MDL Marinas is to spend £13.6 million in the 2024/25 season on enhancements to its facilities and services for its berth holders, tenants and visitors.
In addition to this season’s investment, the company is allocating a further £4.1 million by the end of March 2025, part of a £40 million investment plan over the next five years.
The investment has been directed towards a range of projects focused on improving infrastructure, sustainability and overall customer experience.
“We are deeply committed to investing in our marinas to create exceptional environments for our customers and to future-proof our operations,” says Tim Mayer, sales and marketing director at MDL Marinas.
“By focusing on innovative, sustainable and customer-centric investments, we aim to enhance the marina experience for everyone who visits and makes MDL Marinas their home.
“The £40 million planned investment over the next five years underscores our long-term vision to be at the forefront of the marina industry.”
We are deeply committed to investing in our marinas.
Tim Mayer
Key areas of expenditure include £7.5 million on improvements to roads, buildings and marina facilities, with projects at Ocean Village and Northney Marina, and expansion at Shamrock Quay.
In addition, £2.7 million has been put aside to ensure the safety and stability of marina infrastructure and £962,000 is allocated to dredging projects to maintain navigable waters.
Future projects include an extension to the marina office at Northney Marina, as well as the addition of a new 35-tonne hoist.
Installation of photovoltaic solar panels as part of a sustainability initiative and pier improvements at Torquay Marina and Cobb’s Quay Marina.
Pontoons will also be replaced at Ocean Village Marina and refurbishment of facilities and installation of a new pump-out facility at Penton Hook Marina.
There will also be works carried out at Hamble Point Marina.
“By prioritising sustainability and operational excellence, we’re not only improving our marinas’ functionality and appearance but also preserving the natural beauty of our waterfront environments,” added Tim.
“Our goal is to deliver a world-class marina experience while safeguarding the ecological health of our waterside locations.”
