Waterways civil contractor and marine plant hire company, The Rothen Group has acquired Fazeley Mill Marina from ABC Leisure Group.
Located at the junction of the Birmingham and Fazeley Canal and Coventry Canal, the 2.2-acre marina currently serves as a mooring site.
Birmingham’s canal system incorporates more than 100 miles of navigable waterways, connecting to routes including the Worcester and Birmingham Canal and the Grand Union Canal.
The purchase of Fazeley Mill Marina will enhance The Rothen Group’s ability to access and service these waterways, providing the company with a base near the waterways.
There are also plans to to invest in the marina by upgrading and repairing the mooring facilities.
Fazeley Mill Marina marks a significant new chapter for The Rothen Group.
Ian Rothen, The Rothen Group MD
“Fazeley Mill Marina marks a significant new chapter for The Rothen Group,” said Ian Rothen, The Rothen Group MD. “It is already a popular spot for mooring, given its central location and local amenities, and we are excited to start work on bringing improved facilities to its users.
“As a company, we are very passionate about protecting the UK’s historic canals and waterways. We will therefore be using the marina as a new strategic base to enhance our operations, bringing us closer to Birmingham and hundreds of miles of critical canals.”
Carl Onens, ABC Leisure Group MD added: “We are pleased to have completed the sale of Fazeley Mill Marina to The Rothen Group.
“As part of our strategy to focus on inland waterway marinas for holiday lettings, we believe The Rothen Group’s plans for Fazeley align with the best interests of both the marina and the wider UK waterways network.”
ABC Leisure operates 17 inland waterway marinas across the UK.
Earlier in 2024, The Rothen Group announced plans to build new headquarters in Warwickshire.
