TYHA - Fore & Aft - September 2010 by The Yacht Harbour Association

PONTOON manufacturer builds a floating football pitch

INNOVATIVE docking system GUIDE

NEW

EU diesel fuel legislation

to marina business rates

JOIN TYHA ON THE 'WHICH MARINA? STAND P48 AT THE 2011 LONDON INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW

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CONTENTS September 2010 / Volume 28 / Issue 03

TYHA NEWS

INTERNATIONAL

REGULARS FROM THE TYHA HQ…

GLOBAL NEWS Poralu’s News

Chairman’s Report

ICOMIA

General Manager’s Report

Walcon Floating Football Pitch

Marine Directory

Celebi Marina

Letters to Editor

Turkey Superyacht Marinas

News in Brief

Advanced Marina Manager’s Course

UK NEWS

INNOVATIONS

FROM UP & DOWN THE COUNTRY…

NEW PRODUCTS EB30 Docking System

Southampton Boat Show

Green & Blue – Case Study

TIM’S ARTICLES

New Alderney Marina

Down the Danube Part 3

Intermediate Manager’s Course

Rhu Marina

Pillings Lock

EVENTS & DEVELOPMENT

Chichester University

Summer Visit 2010

First Assist

New Members

Ratings Assessment

Gold Anchor Awards

New Diesel Legislation

Which Marina? at the London Boat Show 48

Waveney Marina Wins Award

TYHA NEWS

23 HEAD OFFICE: Marine House, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham Surrey TW20 8BF tyha@britishmarine.co.uk

ADVERTISING: Please contact Libby Gordon lgordon@britishmarine.co.uk T: 01784 223817 F: 01784 475870

MANAGEMENT TEAM: Chairman: Julian Goldie General Manager: Gareth Turnbull Administrator: Libby Gordon

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CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Following my first quarter in the Chair, I am so impressed with the help and support that we have received from all our colleagues in Marine House.

would like to say a few words on the magnificent Summer Visit to the Norfolk Broads, held in July, and organised by our Administrator, Libby Gordon. Since Libby arrived at our new TYHA office, she has worked tremendously hard to set up the office and carry out the demanding work of our busy association. After our first “Fore and Aft” in June and Libby’s first Council Meeting, also in that same month, Libby was immersed in the detail our summer visit. Many of you, who have joined us in the past, know how much work goes into this event. I would like to thank Libby for such attention to detail on an incredibly busy summer visit, you kept us captivated for the whole day, well done. I would also like to thank Sarah Hanna for all her work in helping us to organise this very successful event. I would also like to thank our host marinas; Alan and Sue Goodchild, Chris Bromley, James Knight, Leslie Mogford, Antony Landamore, Les Funnell and Alan Morgan, our new President of the BMF, who kindly joined us. Thank you for your support. I hope you enjoy reading Libby’s great article, on the Summer Visit in the next issue of Fore and Aft. I would like to highlight and thank the members for putting in so much time on our behalf. Over the summer we have been looking at ways to improve the Gold Anchor Award Scheme, promoting issues relating

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to Inland Waterway Marinas, working closely with BMF Central on this issue, Researching into the arrangements on which contractors come into our marinas, and of course promoting the new, much larger Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show. We move forward now to promote the TYHA Which Marina Stand at the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show. As you know this has become a huge stand, which acts as a central feature to the Marina Industry. If you have not yet tried this stand to promote your marina, I would highly recommend it to you. With a full panel [2mx1m], for only £ 2,000, this represents an excellent investment in your marina marketing. We have a brochure service available too. Please don’t hesitate to contact the TYHA office with your booking. I would add, that this stand works extremely well for overseas members, especially as we look after the staffing of the stand. Please remember to feature your participation on the stand to all your customers, and encourage them to come to the show ! Thank you for your support.

Julian Goldie Honorary Chairman

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PONTOON DECKING

Mini Mesh

NEW MARINA DECK

Micro Mesh

Solid Top

Marina Deck has one of the highest degrees of slip-resistance ever measured for a walking surface Applications:

Benefits:

Pontoon decking Entrance gangways Fingers Jetties Fuelling areas Piers Walkways Brows

Anti-slip surface Improves marina asset value Reduces insurance premiums Suits any footwear Simple to install Zero maintenance 50 year lifespan Corrosion resistant

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Tel: +44 (0) 1255 423601 - Fax: +44 (0) 1255 435426 www.duracomposites.com info@duracomposites.com Dura Composites Ltd., Unit 14 Telford Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 4LP, United Kingdom

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GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT I am pleased to report that there have been many significant developments in the International Marina sector and with this we have had a huge amount of interesting articles and news for this issue of Fore & Aft. held on the 2nd March 2011 and further details will be posted on our website closer to the time. This is a valuable and free service to our members.

Dear reader… Since our last issue we have been very busy supporting our members and developing our services. Please take the time to consider some of our upcoming events: TYHA stand at the London Boat Show: We are now taking bookings for spaces at our ‘Which Marina?’ stand at the 2011 Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show. The National Boat Show team have shown real innovation and redesigned the show and this year Which Marina? is in a very strong position which should promote some excellent footfall for participating exhibitors. As part of our proactive promotional campaign for the Which Marina? stand we have organised a daily half hour slot at 3pm in the ‘Knowledge box’. This is a presentation theatre where we will promote TYHA members and products and encourage visitors to our stand. Details on how to exhibit are in this issue of Fore & Aft and on www.tyha.co.uk. Inland marina forum: We recently organised an Inland Marina Forum to provide an opportunity for managers and service providers to meet and discuss issues specific to them. On this occasion topics included, British Waterways statistics and policy, EU Fuel Directive, Gold Anchor Award scheme and rateable value of marinas. If you would like to attend future meetings the next one will be 0 6 FO RE & AF T S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 0

Marina Manager Training: There are some excellent training opportunities for marina managers available and the next Advanced Marina Management School is in November 2010 in Dublin, Ireland. More details are available in the international section of this Fore & Aft and on www.tyha.co.uk. I hope you enjoy your read and I look forward to seeing you soon.

P.S. - If you have any feedback on Fore & Aft or interesting content for the December publication, please send it in to us. This is a great opportunity as Fore & Aft is distributed all around the world to marinas, service providers and significant industry stakeholders.

Gareth Turnbull General Manager 01784 223 816 / gturnbull@britishmarine.co.uk

www.berthsearch.com www.berthsearch.com is a marketing tool provided by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) specifically marketed at boat owners. Berth Search lists all TYHA member marinas and any vacant berths. It is updated on a daily basis and can be searched according to location and gold anchor status. You, as a marina and mooring operator and as a member of the Yacht Harbour Association and the British Marine Federation, can list your available berths on the website free of charge. The new website has been designed by Ocean Road and TYHA is delighted with the ongoing developments of the site. It certainly seems to be a hit because it is receiving on average 66 unique visitors each day browsing an average of 5 marinas each time they visit. If you would like to list your available berths please simply contact Libby Gordon with berth details on Tel: +44 (0) 1784 223817 or email lgordon@britishmarine.co.uk

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MARINE DIRECTORY Marine Consultancy and Management

Marine Insurers

RGA (Waterfront) Ltd

8 Albany Park, Cabot Lane Poole, Dorset BH17 7AZ, UK Contact: Darren Bililngton T: 01202 647437 F: 01202 647422 darren.billington@colemaninsurance.co.uk www.colemaninsurance.co.uk The Marine Industry generates its own unique range of insurance and risk management requirements. Using the strong links with our Commercial division and combining them with access to many of the world’s leading marine insurance markets, we ensure that our clients benefit from cost-effective and appropriate insurance solutions.

7 Dean Bank Lane, Edinburgh, EH3 5DS, UK T: +44 (0) 131 3431115 F: +44 (0) 131 3432273 martin.latimer@rgaconsulting.co.uk www.rgaconsulting.co.uk Consultants specializing in providing first class advice on waterfront and marina developments for the public and private sector. With its sister company RGA is also able to provide full feasibility, economic impact/tourism potential assessments.

Pontoon Systems Versadock Ltd Anchor House The Shipyard, Bath Road Lymington Hampshire, SO41 3YL, UK T: +44 (0) 1590 671300 F: +44 (0) 870 132 8273 chris@versadock.com www.versadockint.com Versadock modular floating pontoons are a quick and easy solution for additional berths, temporary berths, paint platforms, bridging, shallow and “dead” water moorings, work rafts. Tough, economical, versatile, reconfigurable, virtually maintenance free.

Marina Software Consultants ClearWater Marina Management Systems 42- 44 High Street Shepperton, Middlesex TW17 9AL, UK T: 01932 252568 sales@clearwatermms.com www.clearwatermms.com ClearWater Marina Management Systems is a division of George James Software, a long established and highly respected software development company. Its marina management software, ClearWaterMMS, installed in many prestigious marinas, is easy to use and rich in functionality.

Coleman Marine

Chartered Surveyors and Rating Advisors Lambert Smith Hampton United Kingdom House 180 Oxford Street London W1D 1NN, UK Contact: Charles Partridge MBE, TD, BSc, FRICS, IRRV T: +44 (0)20 7198 2160 F: +44 (0)20 7198 2001 M: 07831 451434 cpartridge@ish.co.uk www.lsh.co.uk Lambert Smith Hampton, Chartered Surveyors. Advisors to the marine industry on property matters including rating appeals, property valuations, rent reviews, lease renewals and property insurance valuations.

Marine Finance Premium Credit Ltd Premium Credit House 60 East Street, Epsom Surrey KT17 1HB, UK T: 0844 736 9818 ddms.sales@pcl.co.uk www.premiumcredit.co.uk/sports_ leisure_berthing_fees.html Premium Credit offers a finance facility that enables berth holders to pay their berthing fees by regular Direct Debit instalments, while the marina receives full payment at the start of the year. The facility allows marinas to reduce the time spent on invoicing and collecting berthing fees while improving cashflow.

Dredging Jex Plant UK Ltd 241 Wootton Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 3AN Contact: Peter Jex bossjex@btinternet.com www.jexplantukltd.co.uk T: 01553 672310 or M: 07768 234336 Why Dredge it? We will pump it!

Pontoon Electricity Microcustom International Ltd 85 Cavendish Street Ipswich, Suffolk IP8 8AX, UK T: +44 (0) 1473 215777 F: +44 (0) 1473 214060 info@metermaid.co.uk www.metermaid.co.uk Manufacturer and distributor of the Metermaid portable electricity meter. Waterproof, accurate, flexible and cost-effective.

Pump Out Equipment & Water Treatment Lee Sanitation Wharf Road, Fenny Compton Warks CV47 2FE, UK Contact: Gary Sutcliffe T: 01295 770000 F: 01295 770022 sales@leesan.com www.leesan.com & www.leestrom.eu LeeSan is a world leading supplier of Marine Pump Out Equipment with over 50 years of technical know-how and practical experience in the market. They offer an extensive range of top quality pump out stations, equipment and systems at extremely competitive prices to suit all applications along with design, supply, installation, service and maintenance.

ADVERTISE HERE If you would like to advertise your company details on this page, please contact Libby Gordon lgordon@britishmarine.co.uk at a cost of £20 + VAT

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear Sir…

I would be extremely interested to know why so many motor boats are being built with a wheel on the wrong side (the starboard side). Ships, large motor yachts and sailing yachts usually have a centre wheel which is fine. The traditional side for a wheel on small motor vessels has always been on the port side. When passing port to port this is the logical side particularly in a narrow channel or river. I have asked manufacturers who say it is customer demand. I think if a customer is buying a boat he or she should be encouraged to uphold nautical tradition. In my opinion boats with the wheel on the starboard side look so out of place and after all we wouldn’t out of choice buy a left hand drive car for use in the UK.

"Are liveaboards a hindrance or a help in modern day marinas? Is it best to have a full liveaboard policy, accept them but with guidelines, pretend they don't exist or don't allow them at all? What suggestions could be given on this open issue?"

It will be interesting to hear your views. Yours truly NT Clark

Dear Sir… "What are peoples’ views on boaters insurance? Is 3 million the standard liability requested by your marina? Do you request sight of or an actual copy of said insurance? Do you take owners word for it that they are insured especially with visiting yachts? As are there companies now offering insurance through the internet that are based abroad do we need to be mindful of boaters looking for cheaper insurance that actually doesn't cover them within your marina?" Yours faithfully S Hanna

Yours faithfully An other

Dear Sir… Why are the International Connection Standards still not being followed? Since 1975 there has been a recognised International Standard for pump out deck fittings and for pump out hose probes. The standard ensures that when any boat requires its grey and black water holding tank pumped out the probe on the end of the pump out unit’s hose will fit the boat’s deck fitting perfectly. This provides a vacuum tight connection to enable fast, clean, hands free (and trouble free) pump out. So why, over thirty years later, are numerous boats still being built and sold with non standard fittings, which will cause no end of problems when attempting to empty their waste tanks, being sold to unsuspecting customers? Yours faithfully Ian Marriott

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Round the Island Race taken from onboard the Saetta

Cheers for the Round the Island Race Britain’s favourite yacht race, the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race, took place on Saturday 19th June. This was the 79th edition of this great event, the fourth largest participation sporting event in the UK. 10 hours after the first gun was fired, the finishing yachts were streaming into Cowes with half of the 1754 entries having competed the race.

Walcon completes Wind Farm Docking Facility Work on the new Outer Harbour has been completed at Buxton’s Bight at Wells-next-the-Sea in Norfolk. The project – undertaken by Walcon Marine – consists of a jetty and 150m of pontoons and is intended to enable Wells to take full advantage of the opportunities coming from the expected boom in offshore wind energy generation. As such it will make a significant contribution to the local economy.

MDL Marinas Welcomes New CEO MDL Marinas, Europe’s largest marina owner and operator, will be welcoming Ancrew Cornish as its new Chief Executive. The appointment follows Tony Keeler’s retirement in July after nine years of successful leadership at the helm of the company. Andrew joins MDL Marinas from Manchester Airport Group, where he has held the post of Managing Director.

Wallingford Short-Stay Moorings New short-stay boat moorings on the River Thames have opened at Wallingford in South Oxfordshire. They are the first new short-stay moorings to open on this part of the river since the Thames Waterways Plan was launched in 2006.

Tall Ships Races 2010 350,000 visitors flocked to view the Tall Ships 2010 spectacle in Hartlepool on Sunday 8th August. 59 vessels were in port and as well as the Tall Ships. There was a busy programme of live music throughout the four day spectacular with a fire work display rounding up each evening.

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Canal Boat used in Nottingham Newsagent Raid In a bizarre twist, burglars used a stolen canal boat to break into a newsagent in Nottingham. They got away with cigarettes and some cash. The boat was later found drifting on the canal.

Useful Lighting During our recent TYHA Summer visit to Eastwood Marina, several members expressed an interest in the lighting used to illuminate the safety ladders. These are by a company called Luxform Lighting.

Camper & Nicholsons to Design Sanya Marina in China Camper and Nicholsons has been contracted with the design and commissioning of the new

marina in Sanya, southern China. Sanya Serenity marina will be the only Chinese stopover in the Volvo Ocean Race set to take place in 2011/12.

Clarke & Carter and Gillingham Marina’s Medway Boat & Chandlery Fair The sun shone on the Clarke & Carter Interyacht Ltd and Gillingham Marina’s first ever Medway Boat & Chandlery fair which was kindly supported by British Marine Federation’s Kent and Sussex. The Fair’s success was shown by more than 700 visitors attending the two day event.

Leeds & Liverpool Water Shortages After the extreme drought conditions in North West

England over past weeks, the 2,000 boats and eight leisure marine trade businesses on a 60-mile stretch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal will find it closed from August 2. The closure will affect navigation from Lock 85 (Wigan) to Lock 30 (Gargrave) from Monday August 2, 2010, until further notice. Some 2,000 boats are based on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal (on both BW and private moorings) and 15 trade businesses, including marinas, hire boat operators, trip boats and a hotel boat. Eight businesses are based on the affected stretch. BW is making every effort to keep trade and user groups informed of the latest information.

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UK NEWS

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PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW 2010

THE PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW WILL HOST THE ROYAL NAVY’S LATEST WARSHIP, HMS DAUNTLESS FOR A THREE DAY VISIT FROM SUNDAY 12TH – TUESDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER

he Show, which runs from 10 – 19 September, has arranged access to the ship for two afternoons, giving visitors an opportunity to climb aboard and explore the Type 45 Destroyer. Commissioned in June 2010, HMS DAUNTLESS is the most advanced warship in the world. Built to provide air defence to an aircraft carrier and capable of defending ships in her fleet from the most sophisticated anti-ship missiles and aircraft, 1 2 FO RE & AF T S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 0

HMS DAUNTLESS is one of the world’s greatest engineering feats. Andrew Williams, managing director of National Boat Shows said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome HMS DAUNTLESS to the PSP Southampton Boat Show. The fact that Show visitors will be among the first to set foot on the new ship is a very exciting prospect and a real coup for the Show; we’re looking forward to the buzz that her arrival will bring to Mayflower Park.”

Visitors to HMS DAUNTLESS will learn about her state of the art power and propulsion and world class weapon systems, experience the feelings of a sailor in full body armour and view the 40 knot Pacific 24 Rigid Inflatable Boats used by sailors and marines during anti-piracy boarding operations. Once aboard visitors can also trial the Navy’s fire fighting equipment and venture inside the Operations Room from where the Captain and his team fight the ship. Captain Richard Powell said: “During her three days in Mayflower Park I hope to welcome many visitors aboard HMS DAUNTLESS.This is an excellent opportunity for members of the public to experience the conditions, facilities and equipment onboard the Royal Navy’s finest and newest war ship.” One of the greatest assets of the Type 45 is their versatility and HMS DAUNTLESS has many other roles ranging from anti-piracy operations to Naval Gunnery Support, conducting anti-submarine warfare to acting as a base platform for a deployable headquarters. Since commission, HMS DAUNTLESS has undergone a series of trials and training in preparation for becoming the first Royal Navy ship to fire the new Sea Viper missile, planned for autumn 2010.

HMS DAUNTLESS is open to Show visitors at the following times: Sunday 12 September 13:30 – 17:00 Monday 13 September 13:30 – 17:00 The Ship will depart the Show at 15:00 on Tuesday 14 September.

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Looking to sell a Marina or Commercial Waterside Property? With over 12 years of specialist experience in commercial and residential waterside property sales, combined with an in depth knowledge of the marine industry, Waterside Properties offers clients an unrivalled service. Our expertise includes valuations for sale, property advertising (including stands at major boat shows and on our Internet website), marketing for new build developers, introduction of buyers and sales negotiations through to completion.

WHEN THE TIME COMES TO SELL MAKE SURE YOU CALL WATERSIDE PROPERTIES Contact Peter Halliday - Tel: 023 9277 7074 Waterside Commercial Unit 95, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, PO1 3FA email: commercial@watersideproperties.com

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CASE STUDY

Save Money and Improve Customer Service by Recycling More…

etting up a recycling scheme in your marina can drastically reduce your waste disposal costs, reduce your impact on the environment and improve your green credentials with berth holders. Since 2007, Landfill Tax has risen by £8 per tonne per year, and in 2010 reached £48 per tonne, twice the 2007 rate. This increase is set to continue until at least 2014, when the rate will reach £96 per tonne. Many marinas have experienced an increased demand from boaters for better recycling facilities. Most of us are used to recycling at home and now expect do to so in the marina. Setting up a recycling scheme needn’t be difficult.

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Here are some top tips from The Green Blue

• Most waste sent to landfill. • 6 x 1100 litre wheelie bins and 5 x 12m3 skips of mixed waste were emptied twice per week. • Annual cost £12k per year.

and all plastics, the other general waste. • General waste bales are taken to a recycling depot, waste is further separated and recycled, composted or chipped for fuel. • Cardboard and glass collected for free. • An income is received from scrap metal and batteries and is offset against the cost of waste disposal.

Reasons to Recycle

Outcomes

1] Compare the waste contractors in your area for prices, service and the types of waste that can be recycled.

Case Study

2] Negotiate - Don’t be afraid to ask for a better price.

Prior to Recycling

3] Identify waste streams and the types of recycling containers to use. 4] Place recycling bins next to the landfill bins. 5] Design good signage. Ask The Green Blue for a fact sheet and funding opportunities. 6] Inform staff and berth holders what to recycle. 7] Monitor - Get feedback from the waste contractors about contamination or take a peek in the bins. 8] Review - You may need to revise the location/number of bins or signage. 9] Feedback results to customers and staff to encourage support.

Fambridge Yacht Haven Ltd, River Crouch in Essex. 230 berths, 120 swinging moorings. 5 waste disposal areas.

• The increasing cost of landfill tax. • Wasted space in the bins. • Desire to be more environmentally friendly.

How did they do it? The existing waste contractor, Green Recycling, were very positive and supported all of the changes. • Recycling bins installed for glass, paper/card, plastics, scrap metal, timber, waste oil, oily rags and batteries. • Clear signage was installed on each container. Some funding for signage was received from The Green Blue • Two second hand compactors purchased from ebay costing £6,000. One for cardboard, tins

• Zero waste sent to land fill. No landfill tax is payable. • Estimated saving of £8k per annum. • Positive response form berth holders and visitors. • The initial investments costs should pay for themselves within 4 to 5 years. • Marina staff can avoid overflowing bins at busy times as waste is forklifted into the compactors. Danyal said “Our customers love the opportunity to be green and are using all the bins correctly thanks to the signage, and we’re looking to save around £8K per annum – not bad for a small sized marina”

More information visit - www.thegreenblue.org.uk or email info@thegreenblue.org.uk

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The States of Alderney seeks a developer for a new circa 300 berth Marina in Braye Harbour

he States of Alderney has launched its search for a partner to design, build, finance and operate a new marina at Braye Harbour, Alderney, in the Channel Islands. Expressions of interest are currently being sought from marina operators capable of delivering the circa 300 berth marina. The Outer Harbour at Alderney provides a unique opportunity for a new marina in one of Europe’s finest and least developed yachting positions. The provision of a marina is a key part of the island’s plans to attract inward investment and will significantly boost the island’s economic objectives. This is an exciting project which has already attracted a good deal of interest both locally and with developers. It is likely that the selected developer will be offered a long term lease on the marina and, subject to planning, construction is anticipated to start spring 2011.

The Vision Our vision is to create a first class venue for both yachts and motor cruisers. Alderney is the third largest of the Channel Islands and is the first of those islands encountered when travelling from the southern parts of UK in a southerly direction. Alderney is a low tax, VAT free jurisdiction. The current plan for the site envisages Braye Harbour being developed for marine or associated uses, creating a space that is both a draw for tourists and a convenient location for those who would like to berth their boats for longer periods. The States of Alderney is keen to ensure that the development is consistent with the mature nature of the Island’s facilities and complementary to the renowned island way of life. Accordingly creative and imaginative proposals that have a sound commercial grounding and sympathetic to the environment would be welcomed.

STATES OF ALDERNEY For more information or a copy of the Expression of Interest notice please contact: Roy Burke, Chief Executive, States of Alderney, email: roy.burke@gov.gg ......................................................................... ......................................................................... ......................................................................... ......................................................................... .........................................................................

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Intermediate

Marina Managers Course 15 – 18 February 2011 – Windsor, UK Helping the Best Become Better The British Marine Federation (BMF), in conjunction with the Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) presents the internationally renowned Intermediate Marina Management Course This four-day course is designed to provide marina personnel in a leadership position with fast-track training in the critical issues in marinas. It is aimed at managers, supervisors and foremen who have had at least one full year of experience working at this level. Leading speakers will present a wide variety of topics including: • Leadership Development • Health and Safety • Budgeting and Accounting • Environmental Management • Maritime Law • Customer Service

Each day is packed with a range of learning opportunities, including formal classes and lectures, informal discussions, field trip to nearby marinas, group projects, marina/boatyard industry networking and evening classes and discussions. The Course will be held in the UK from Tuesday 15 to Friday 18 February 2011, Windsor, UK. The Course is residential; there is no non-residential option. The cost of the Course is £1,550 plus VAT (£1,821.25) for members of the BMF or TYHA and £1,950 plus VAT (£2,291.25) for non-members. This fee includes the course fee, accommodation, all meals, course notes and field trip costs. Places will be strictly limited, so early registration is advised. To ensure a wide mix of delegates, no more than two people from the same marina organisation can attend the course. The course will be taught in English.

To book your place, please contact Liv Whetmore, British Marine Federation. Tel: +44 (0) 1784 223631. Fax: +44 (0) 1784 475852. Email: lwhetmore@britishmarine.co.uk

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Rhu Marina T

he Crown Estate is pleased to announce that it is making a significant financial investment of £1.4 million in Rhu marina on the Firth of Clyde, Scotland. By early 2011 the sailing community will benefit from a safer and all year around marina in one of the finest sailing areas in the world. The existing floating breakwaters system will be replaced, providing greater all round shelter to the marina. The improvements will also include 58 new berths, increasing the total number of berths to 240. Simon Haigh, Managing Director of Quay Marinas Limited, who lease and operate Rhu Marina, said: “This is very good news for all concerned. Rhu customers will benefit enormously from the new breakwater arrangements, and we shall be offering excellent value berthing packages going forward into 2011. ”

Alasdair Rankin, Head of Marine Business Development at The Crown Estate said: “We are confident that this significant investment in Rhu Marina will benefit the marina in years to come. The works will put us in a position to add a significant number of berths, carry out the refurbishment and replacement of existing berths.We are also keen to look further into improving the onshore marina facilities to provide a first class marina facility that caters for the future needs of our customers. Architects have now been appointed to take forward the master planning and design of the shore-side improvements.”

£1.4 million investment sees better facilities for the Clyde The Crown Estate purchased Rhu, one of Scotland’s best known marinas in April 2008 for £4 million. It currently provides 182 berths and related facilities on a 2.6 ha (6.5 acre) site on the Firth of Clyde. The site includes moorings, boat storage areas,

marine workshops and a chandlery, as well as the RNLI station with slipway and HM Coastguard. The marina has been leased to Quay Marinas since 2008, who also lease Deganwy marina in north Wales from The Crown Estate.

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PILLING’S LOCK WELCOME A CHARITY BOAT

fter months of mechanical upgrades, the Baldwin Trust’s 71ft Narrowboat “Dandelion” took up her new base at Pilling’s Lock Marina. The move from her on-line BW mooring in Loughborough was spurned by several occasions where thefts of fuel occurring in 2009 and the Trust – who already operate on a tight budget with many volunteers – decided enough was enough, they needed a secure base! The trust was originally formed to help the patients of the Baldwin Ward at Leicester Frith Hospital by the provision of a narrow boat for day outings or longer holidays. This aim is now extended to include elderly, infirm and other needy groups of people, some in care homes to whom a day spent in the tranquil canal side 2 0 FO RE & AF T S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 0

environment are especially beneficial. They are also pleased to arrange trips for small or family groups with a deserving family member. The Trust has two operational narrow boats; “St Clare” (based at Raynsway Marina) and “Dandelion”. “Dandelion” was recently taken to the Erewash for a new engine installation and arrived at Pilling’s Lock in early April 2010. The new base also allows cruises to be more flexible as the boat can now be turned around in the marina. Pilling’s Lock Marina have sponsored the charity by constructing a specially designed wheelchair access berth with full safety rails. This gives a safe a secure loading area for “Dandelion’s” hydraulic foredeck which enables her to take passengers with almost any

disability. The Marina also subsidises the berthing fees for “Dandelion” to help the charity financially. We’re very pleased to have the Baldwin Trust based here as they’re a fantastic charity who give all their clients a wonderful experience of the local waterways. When we heard about their recent issues we have been only too happy to help. Steelwork for the new mooring was provided by Nigel Hodgson at Britannia Services and some very fine woodwork has been done by our very own Steven Hinkley to complete this new custom made mooring pontoon. It’s nice that we have the spare facilities to help Baldwin Trust – and stop the pesky Diesel Thief in Loughborough!

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WE NEED YOUR HELP! THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER IS UNDERTAKING AN ANGLO/FRENCH RESEARCH PROJECT LOOKING AT THE MARINE INDUSTRY. The research is run through the cross border collaborative EU INTERREG CAMIS programme and covers the period 2009 2013. It brings together 19 French and British partners and covers topics such as transport, innovation and business clusters. The Marine Cluster strand of the CAMIS project aims to locate and map cluster activities in four marine industry themes: Offshore renewable energy, marina tourism, marine environment, and marine operations. Dawn Robins, from the University of Chichester who is leading the research project, said: “The aim is to identify successful cluster activities and promote further economic

Themed Clusters in the Solent Area

growth in the marine industry. By working with marine companies to first identify, and then facilitate, the development of best working practice and knowledge transfer, the marine sector will achieve increased productivity for the benefit of the individual company and local economy in each region.” Clustering has long been thought of as a successful method of increasing economic growth as it allows firms to have better access to resources such as technology, information, inputs, customers, and supply chains. It also

improves efficiency through collaboration on knowledge and sharing of resources. Marinas are ideally positioned to facilitate cluster activities and improve the local economy due to the varied and consistent customer base and specific locational draw. Dawn added: “Through working with established clusters we hope to understand the reasons why some clusters are effective and others are not, what it is that makes a cluster successful, and how we can facilitate in helping clusters to re-energise and develop.” In order to achieve this research, the University needs YOUR help! If you own or manage a Marina and would be willing to be interviewed either face-to-face or by phone/email then please contact Dawn Robins at the University of Chichester on d.robins@chi.ac.uk or 01243 793407 for further information.

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Enhanced Legal Advice for BMF & TYHA Members now Available Online from First Assist… We realise that TYHA members, whilst trying to run their businesses, have to comply with an ever-growing list of laws and regulations; from how to deal with your relationships with your employees to the way that you treat your customers. So, in addition to the 24/7 legal advice line available to advise you on employment, health and safety, tax and VAT as well as commercial and personal law, the British Marine Federation have arranged for our members to have access to a web based manual containing information, checklists, guidance notes, flow charts and workbooks on four fundamental business areas. 1.Employment –information, supporting checklists and guidance covering recruitment through to dismissal: • Recruitment & selection • Disciplinary procedures • Grievance procedures • Absence policies • Maternity & parental leave • Absence and sickness policies • Equal opportunities • Discrimination • Minimum wage • Working time • Stakeholder pensions • Human rights 2. Health & Safety – Responsibilities of the Employer and Employee: • Legislative requirements • Risk assessments • Food safety • Work-related stress • COSHH • Health & Safety Policy Statement • Workbook - Manual handling • Training pack - DSE 3. Legal: • Landlord & tenant • Limited companies • Partnerships • Trading terms & conditions • Credit control • Court procedures • Intellectual property law • Registered and unregistered designs • The Internet and your business

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4. Tax & VAT: • Self Assessment • Reminders on important dates in the Tax year • Partnership tax • Corporation tax • Registering for VAT • Types of supply for VAT purposes • VAT returns – flat rate and annual accounting • Control visits by Customs & Excise • VAT Enforcement Penalties • Special VAT schemes

framework governing the vital relationship between employer and employee. Members can also access the quarterly magazine ‘ Employers’ Monitor’, providing the latest news on employment and health and safety developments affecting the running of your business.

In addition to these four areas, there is a section on IT Care for small businesses:

First Assist: 24/7 Legal Helpline Telephone: 01455 255228 Reference: Please request from the TYHA HQ on tyha@britishmarine.co.uk

• IT Care • IT News • Frequently Asked Questions • Useful Links • Downloads • Virus Alerts and Patches • IT Clinic • Glossary of Terms

Web Based Legal Manual To access the service visit: www.mybusinesscare.com and register using the code provided by the TYHA HQ. You will be provided with a Username and Password to enable you to use the service as and when required.

Consultancy Services: FirstAssist can also provide face to face assistance on personnel, employment or health and safety issues. FirstAssist's national network of specialist consultants is available to help you save a great deal of time, worry and consequently money. The consultants possess a clear understanding of the need to deliver services, recognise the realities of commercial business and have an indepth knowledge of the legal

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Why is the rating valuation of a marina so complicated?

I have been asked why rating valuation a marina is so complicated

he reason is simple: rates are a tax on the use and occupation of property based upon its rental value. The assessment of most shops, offices, warehouses and small properties is simple because there is normally ample direct or indirect evidence of rental value. Unfortunately marinas do not normally let in the open market. There are leases of marina sites, parts of marinas, often of the foreshore or of a ransom strip providing access to a river or canal, as well as inter family or inter company rents, but not of arms length transactions of a whole marina. Extensive research by the Valuation Office Agency using the resources of HMRC as

well as by my professional colleagues and myself has to date failed to produce sufficient useful direct market rental evidence of marinas. Marinas are not unique. There are many other classes of property where there is very little rental evidence including oil refineries, atomic power stations, public schools, petrol filling stations, and bingo halls. There have been many disputes before courts and tribunals over the correct method of arriving at rental value for a property for which there is no direct rental evidence. The courts have supported what is today known as the receipts and expenditure method of valuation (R&E) to assess the rental value of an income producing property.

The R&E approach looks at the income which a marina is achieving, from sources such as moorings, storage ashore, chandlery, boat repairs, brokerage and fuel sales to determine the rent which the marina can support. The assessment of a marina is complicated by the fact that domestic property is subject to council tax and exempt from assessment to non-domestic rates. Whilst a boat is not normally assessable to either rating or council tax, the mooring to which it is attached is liable to one or other of these taxes. The definition of a domestic mooring is one occupied by a boat which is the sole or main residence of an individual. Just to complicate matters, unlike many shops, factories and warehouses, no two marinas are the same. Furthermore swinging moorings are exempt from rating. The assessment of a marina for rating purposes is a complicated business and any marina operator concerned about his assessment is advised to speak to a Chartered Surveyor with experience of dealing with rating and council tax valuations.

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NEW DIESEL LEGISLATION Fuel Quality Directive…

egislation (EU Directive 2009/30/EC) will be introduced on the 1st January 2011 which requires that all gas oil (red diesel) used for inland recreational craft should contain no more that 10 milligrams of sulphur per kilogram of fuel (virtually sulphur free). At present UK fuel supply includes two 'diesel' grades, road diesel and gas oil which is supplied for off-road equipment, coastal shipping, commercial heating applications and stationary equipment. Gas oil currently contains up to 1000 milligrams of sulphur per kilogram, but road diesel is already sulphur free.The oil industry has indicated that they expect to meet the sulphur free gas oil requirement largely by supplying road diesel for use in offroad equipment and adding a red excise marker dye for use such as inland recreation vessels. The implications of this to marinas and boaters is that because road diesel contains some biodiesel (up to 7%), much off-road equipment

gas oil is also likely to contain biodiesel by 1st January 2011. Sulphur free gas oil will require improved fuel storage “housekeeping” arrangements. If you have tanks storing gas oil you will need to ensure that these are free of water and monitor them monthly to ensure that they remain so. It is recommended that you turnover the contents of the tank every 6 months, but in any event, no less often than every 12 months. If a bacterial outbreak occurs in your fuel you will need to empty and clean your tanks, or seek specialist help to tackle the outbreak with biocide additives and filtering. Where fuel tank location or geometry prevents their cleaning, bacterial growth will eventually be flushed through, but this is likely to require repeated changes of fuel filters to prevent blockages. Users should also replace fuel filters on storage tanks and vessels as a one-off exercise, after 2 to 3 fuel tank throughputs, to prevent deposits picked up by the new fuel

blocking filters. Users of older engines and storage tanks with sight gauges should check for any signs of fuel leakage. If leakage does occur the equipment will need a one-off replacement of any leaking fuel seals or fuel pipes.

Q : Why are gas oil quality requirements changing? A : Sulphur free gas oil is needed to ensure reliable operation of new, cleaner off-road equipment engines being introduced from 2011 in support of EU air quality objectives.

Q : How do I know if I am buying heating gas oil or sulphur free gas oil for off-road equipment? A : Sulphur free gas oil for off-road equipment is not visually distinguishable from heating gas oil. Make sure your fuel supplier knows what use you need the fuel for.They will be able to tell you what standard the fuel they supply you with meets.

For more information on this legislation or any other relevant issues please contact: Gareth Turnbull, TYHA General Manager directly on 01784 223 816.

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Waveney River Centre

he family owners of Waveney River Centre in South Norfolk have scooped another environmental plaudit, winning Practical Boat Owner magazine’s Green Award for Marine Service & Support. Waveney River Centre, a holiday park and marina on the Norfolk Broads, promotes sustainability through energy efficiency, recycling, water conservation and customer education. The Centre has numerous environmental policy initiatives and, as a business, saves money through energy efficiency and cutting waste. Sited on the banks of the river Waveney, the family's holiday park and marina provides a picturesque holiday and boating location for thousands of visitors each year to the Broads, Britain’s Magical Waterland. Visitors by boat or land can enjoy the new eco-friendly heated washrooms which feature heat recovery units, fast hand dryers, low-energy sensor-activated lighting and water-saving measures. The Funnell class of low-wash holiday cruisers designed to reduce the impact of boating on the riverbanks - have been developed and built at Waveney River Centre; examples can be hired from the organisation’s sister company, Horning Ferry Marina, and will be exhibited at the London Boat Show in January.

Last year, Waveney River Centre was awarded David Bellamy’s coveted Gold Conservation Award in addition to 4 Gold Anchors by the Yacht Harbour Association. Since taking over Waveney River Centre six years ago with Ruth's parents Len and Hazel Funnell, Ruth and James have embarked on a series of initiatives designed to encourage flora and fauna, and reduce their business's carbon footprint. Among the many environmentally-friendly projects has been the creation of wildlife habitats for animals and birds, including, last year, a dedicated conservation zone beside a marsh soke dyke. They have also introduced recycling facilities which visitors are encouraged to use, and constructed mooring board walks from recycled plastics and wood shavings. Communications with customers and suppliers are electronic whenever possible, to cut down on paper and toner use. The centre's shop provides a valued service for local people - and stocks a wide range of local produce and gifts including "Eddie's Best Bitter", named after the centre's steel pike statue which has a blog at www.afishcallededdie.com. www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk SEPTEMBER 2010

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS

New order for Turkey Poralu Marine is building a new marina in Istanbul

n summer 2009, Poralu Marine inaugurated its first marina in Turkey, at Didim in the province of Izmir and for 2010 has just signed a second marina project. Under the terms of the ITT, initiated by the client, Enelka Taahh端t Imalat ve Tic. Ltd, the marina system engineer won the contract for the construction of a marina to the West of Istanbul on the sea of Marmara. At the connection of Europe and Asia and bordered to the north and south by

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Turkey, the Sea of Marmara links the Black Sea and the Aegean Sea. Istanbul E-Marina is part of an overall development for a residential area located close to the banks of the Sea of Marmara. This port infrastructure will eventually have 765 moorings intended for resident yachtsmen. In mid-May, Poralu Marine started its program with the delivery and installation of phase 1, which covers 609 moorings. The remaining 156 moorings will be delivered during a second phase.

The organisation of the installation has been entrusted to Poralu Marine's agent in Turkey. The first 609 moorings are intended to accommodate boats between 10 and 25m in length, but 10 berths are designed specifically for superyachts from 35 m to 50 m in length. The system accounts for a run of 1,584 metres of pontoons, varying in width from 2.25 to 3m and incorporates 11 bridges. The first boats should be moored at the Istanbul E-Marina from the start of the 2011 season.

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS

ICOMIA

T H E I N T E R N AT I O N A L C O U N C I L O F M A R I N E I N D U S T R Y A S S O C I AT I O N S ICOMIA is a non-profit international hostile regulation but also developing trade association that brings together standards that have universal national recreational marine industry recognition and acceptability.” associations and represents them at Numerous beneficial improvements an international level. Since its within the marine industry are results of formation in 1967, ICOMIA has been ICOMIA’s hard work and dedication. the focal point of the worldwide ICOMIA championed the development recreational marine industry and of the EU’s RCD (Recreational Craft continues to present a strong and Directive) in the 1990s, which was united voice when dealing with fundamental to opening the EU market issues challenging the industry. and other markets agreeable to accept With the support of 30 national EU certified boats. Linked to RCD is the marine industry associations development of over 60 ISO Standards representing the vast majority of the for small craft. ICOMIA funds ISO TC 188 Secretary General - Tony Rice industrialised countries from North secretariat, which manages these America across to Japan and from Finland down to New standards. In partnership with Amsterdam RAI, the annual Zealand, the International Council of Marine Industry marine equipment trade show METS has become the Associations ICOMIA has addressed challenges facing the global market place for equipment manufacturers. global marine industry since 1967. Above all, ICOMIA continues to provide a strong and The leading light of the non-profit organisation is united voice influencing environmental legislation in key Secretary General Tony Rice who joined ICOMIA eight markets that may adversely affect the industry. years ago. But despite its many achievements, Tony prefers to “Coming into this job wasn’t a learning curve, it was look forward instead of back: vertical” says Tony. “What struck me back then, and this “My goal as Secretary General is to ensure that remains true, is that we are truly blessed in this industry ICOMIA remains relevant to its members and the wider with having so many nice people to work with. People industry, to continue growing the association and the have a genuine interest in others.” global market. Key to this is often facilities for people to But not all has been smooth sailing. Leading ICOMIA keep or launch their boats. Our Marinas Committee and through the recession proved to be a challenge as all its regular World Marinas Conference do very important sectors of the marine industry were affected. With falling work in this area. Hopefully we will witness the revenues challenging its members, ICOMIA managed to recreational marine industry restored to a sustainable and find a beneficial solution for all parties involved by strong position soon. I have always believed in the offering its members a special economic conditions strength in numbers. If we work side by side, together we discount for their subscriptions for the past two years. can overcome any obstacle challenging our industry.” Many other serious issues, including reducing numbers of boaters, environmental legislations and developing new markets, continue to challenge the Communications Manager marine industry. www.icomia.org “This is why ICOMIA is absolutely crucial for the future of our industry, explains Tony. “We need an organisation to address all the issues that in any way deny or restrict the free flow of our industry’s products into world markets. This is not just confronting

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS

WALCON BUILDS FLOATING SOCCER PITCH FOR THE WORLD CUP…

alcon Marine’s experience in building floating structures of all types has gone one stage further with the creation of a floating football pitch in Australia for the Sydney International FIFA Fan Fest. Darling Harbour, the heart of Sydney, was transformed for a continuous celebration of the World Cup complete with music, dancing and giant screens for live coverage. The event was commissioned by Sydney City Council and sponsored by Hyundai. Adam Huie of Banks Events was responsible for the logistics and it was his organisation that tasked Walcon with the design and creation of the foundations for a floating

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five a side football pitch, a car display platform for Hyundai and access across the harbour to the giant floating stages. Walcon’s System 2000 pontoon design was selected for its durability and construction flexibility. The standard hardwood decking was covered with a uniquely designed pine flooring covered in a synthetic grass surface. Australia’s first floating football pitch is hosting street soccer competitions between local teams from the emergency services and other local groups as part of the program of celebrations for the World Cup. To find out more, go to www.sydneyfifafanfest.com.au/. Once the World Cup is finished the floating football field will be dismantled and then reassembled

to form the walkways of Australia’s biggest Boat Show, being held from 29 July to 2 August. Programmes are tight, but all involved are confident in transforming Darling Harbour from football mania to boating heaven in as little as two weeks. If you want to create a world on water, then there’s no better combination than Walcon’s versatile System 2000 and its dedicated team with its unrivalled experience in building high quality floating platforms for a wide range of applications.

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Celebi Marina – Antalya Whilst on a Yard tour in the Free Trade Zone in Antalya in June 2010, Sarah Dhanda and 12 BMF member companies were very fortunate to visit Celebi Marina, which is located conveniently within the commercial port of Antalya and is on the doorstep of the Free trade zone and half a dozen or more Boat builders. The Marina has a capacity of 535 boats with wet slip berthing for 235 and dry storage for 300 boats ranging from traditional Turkish gullets to

Super yachts built by Turkish companies in the trade zone. The marina possesses Turkey’s highest dry dock capacity and with its 200 ton travel lift offers full-range maintenance and overhaul facilities. The BMF group were hosted by Fusun Aldirmazoglu the Operations Manager at the Marina and her staff and learnt the essential role the Marina plays in the area for the growing number of Super yacht and boat builders.

BMF members on Turkey yard tour

Two NEW marinas boost Turkey's superyacht facilities In the past week two new marinas, both with superyacht berths, have been officially opened in Turkey. The biggest, at Cesme, is a €13m investment which is able to accommodate yachts up to 60m. The Cesme marina is a joint project between Camper & Nicholson Marinas and Turkish 3 0 FO RE & AF T S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 0

business group IC Ibrahim Cecen Holdings. Architecture is by Atelier Xavier Bohl the designer of Port Grimaud in St.Tropez. The second new Turkish marina is located at Yalova on the eastern side of the Sea of Marmara, close to Istanbul. This new facility offers berths up to 32m and is the latest addition to the portfolio of Setur Marinas, Turkey's largest marina operator.

Yalova marina - Turkey

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Dublin 2010 Advanced Marina Managers School

fter an approach from the Irish Marine Federation and TYHA members in Ireland, the next Advanced Marina Management School will be run in Dublin from 7-12th November 2010. The course is an intensive six day residential course, restricted to eighteen delegates with at least three years marina management experience.

The Advanced Marina Managers School is one of the prerequisites to achieving the Certified Marina Managers (CMM) status and also a great opportunity to network and make industry links. The school covers topics including: Capital Budgeting and Strategic Planning, Environmental Management, Marketing and delegates must complete a project based on redeveloping a Marina visited as part of the field trip.

BMF staff Sarah Dhanda and Dee Williams visited the area in July as part of planning the event and took the opportunity to visit TYHA members Dun Laoghaire Marina and Malahide Marina (pictured) who will be helping to deliver the school.

For further information or to reserve your place on the course email Dee Williams on dwilliams@britishmarine.co.uk

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INNOVATIONS

KIP MARINA

have recently installed fourteen EB30 Docking Systems into it’s marina

The EB30 Docking System

‘This system has allowed us to increase our capacity without adding more pontoons’ states Duncan Chalmers Marina General Manager. “The EB30 system, which is set at 30 degrees to the pontoon, has helped to create a specific area within the marina for the docking of smaller boats i.e. 5-6m thereby ensuring that the higher revenue longer berths are free for maximum capacity and more importantly revenue.”

The EB30 Docking System is about 80% smaller than traditional fingers, has a unique rotating system which guides a boat into the berth and because of the integrated solar lighting, is easy to locate at night increasing safety and looks stunning.

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TYHA SUMMER VISIT NORFOLK BROADS… 41 TYHA members and guests congregated on the Norfolk Broads on 7th July 2010 to begin the extensive visit around marinas and boat buildings in Norfolk.

any of us arrived on the evening before, at the very comfortable Ivy House Country Hotel or the Victoria Hotel, and were driven to dinner at 3rd Crossing restaurant in Lowestoft Marina. We were met by a glass of Pimms which was an extremely civilized way to start the evening, followed by a sumptuous dinner with complementary wine, courtesy of Jeff Jefferson, the owner. The following morning we met for coffee at the Ivy House Country Hotel and departed by coach. Commentary onboard was given by Les Mogford who gave us an interesting tour guide of this beautiful part of Norfolk. Our first stop was at Goodchild’s Marina where we were given a warm welcome by Sue Goodchild. Her husband, Alan, gave us a detailed tour of their commercial boat building operation, showing both their refit work and new build of Orc 171.P Fast Pilot Craft. We then headed for St Olaves and braved the bracing wind to speak with Chris Bromley who gave us a detailed history of this marina that had undergone considerable recent expansion. St Olaves also offers full boatyard facilities and services. As we started our journey to Waveney River Centre, James Knight gave us detailed background on this very varied site which had just about everything. The centre offers a range of luxurious holiday homes, camping, cruiser hire. James’ enthusiasm was every evident and one could see that this marina truly deserved its Four Gold Anchor award. Onwards to the beautiful Coldham Hall which overlooks the River Yare where we enjoyed an excellent lunch served by Natalie and her staff.

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A great day was had by all and I’d like to give special thanks to the following: • Sarah Hanna for all her assistance and help organising the trip plus the Pimms • 3rd Crossing Restaurant Jeff and staff who served us well • Ivy House Hotel and Victoria Hotel for the excellent accommodation • Amabassador coaches and our driver, Brian, who navigated the coach so well • Coldham Hall - Natalie and staff who served wonderful food • City boats for the trip around Surlingham Broad • Sue and Alan Goodchild Goodchild’s • Chris Bromley - St Olaves Marina • James & Ruth Knight Waveney River Centre • Les and Lorraine Mogg Eastwood Marina • Antony Landamore Landamores • Les Funnell and team Ferry Marina

And finally, I’d like to thank all guests who chose to join the TYHA team on this year’s summer visit and we look forward to welcoming you, plus a few others next year. Libby Gordon TYHA Administrator

Our ferry arrived for a guided tour over Surlingham Broad and across the River Yare to Eastwood Marina. The ferry dropped us off at Les Mogford’s fantastic Flag House – a building that you cannot possibly miss on that part of the Broads. Les and Lorraine Mogford welcomed us to their marina and holiday home which we were invited to walk around. This charming marina showed so much attention to detail, you could see that Les and Lorraine were entirely committed and deserves its Four Gold Anchor award. Our next stop was to see something very different, Landamores, who build much of the Oyster range. We received a warm welcome from Antony Landamore and colleagues. We were divided into groups and given a detailed tour of this impressive boat building operation. The quality of work here was in abundance and the team took an incredible level of pride in their work. Our final stop was at Ferry Marina where we were greeted with cold drinks. We were given a warm welcome from Les Funnel and his team who conducted an interesting tour of their range of holiday homes and busy marina and fleet. Ferry Marina is due to have their Gold Anchor assessment later this year. Back on the coach for the trip back to the hotel, farewells and the long trip home.

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5 GOLD ANCHORS Awarded to: TYHA Gold Anchor Award Scheme

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4 GOLD ANCHORS Awarded to: TYHA Gold Anchor Award Scheme

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Congratulations from the TYHA team For further information about the Gold Anchor Award Scheme please visit www.tyha.co.uk or contact Gareth Turnbull on Tel: 01784 223816

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NEW TYHA MEMBERS International CK Marine Group Inc (Consultants and Professional) Kovix Building 5FL, 210-1 Nonhyun-Dong Kangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea 135-010 Contact: HR Kim Tel: 00 82 2 541 4023 Fax: 00 82 2 541 4080 Email: hrkim@ckmarinegroup.com Website: www.ckmarinegroup.com Guangzhou Nansha Marina Co Ltd (Overseas Operators) Unit 907, Nansha CGCC Building, 162 South Gangqian Road, Nansha District, Guangzhou City, China Postal Code: 511458 Contact: Albert Khong Tel: 00 86 20 84683926 Fax: 00 86 20 84683802 Email: khong@ksk-asia.com Marina Coruna (Marina Operator) Fomento de Inicitivas Nauticas S.L. Paseo Maritimo Alcalde FCO Vazquez S/N 15001 A Coruna Espania Contact: Jesus Gonzalez-Aller Lacalle Tel: 00 34 881 920 482 Fax: 00 34 981 228 181 Email: lcenamor@marinacoruna.es Website: www.marinacoruna.es Al Seer Marine (Overseas Operators) PO Box 33639 Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates Contact: Gareth Lloyd Tel: 00 971 2 5511336 Fax: 00 971 2 5511556 Email: marina.manager@alseermarine.ae Website: www.alseermarine.ae Jumierah Beach Resort PO Box 11416 Dubai United Arab Emirates Contact: Liyanage Kithsiri Tel: 00 971 4 406 8800 Fax: 00 971 4 348 6910 Email: Liyanage.kithsiri@jumeirah.com Website: www.jumeirah.com

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Which Marina? Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show, ExCeL TYHA Which Marina Stand at the Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show. As you know this has become a huge stand, which acts as a central feature to the Marina Industry. If you have not yet tried this stand to promote your marina, I would highly recommend it to you. With a full panel [2mx1m], for only ÂŁ2,000, this represents an excellent investment in your marina

marketing. We even have a brochure service available too. Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to contact the TYHA office with your booking. I would add, that this stand works extremely well for overseas members, especially as we look after the staffing of the stand. Please remember to feature your participation on the stand to all your customers, and encourage them to come to the show!

TYHA

See us at Stand D33

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WHICH MARINA?

To advertise your company at our Which Marina? trade stand please fill in the form and return it to TYHA… Company Name: Contact Name: Address:

Postcode Telephone No:

Email:

Web Address:

The following prices include the production of your graphic • FULL PANEL (2m x 1m) £2,000 + VAT • BROCHURE SERVICE £50 + VAT • 10% Discount for re-using previous panels • 5% early payment discount by 1st October 2010 How many panels do you require?

Do you wish to use your panel from last year?

Do you wish to use the TYHA brochure service?

I enclose a cheque (payable to The Yacht Harbour Association) for the sum of: £

or please charge my credit card with £

using the following credit card details: Expiry Date:

Name on Card:

Security code or pay by BACS to: 60 01 21 74487582

* Signed:

Date:

Terms and conditions* Payment - An invoice will be raised on 1st October 2010 for the full payment to be received by TYHA on or before the 1st November 2010. Graphics will be co ordinated and produced by TYHA from artwork provided to the TYHA stand contractor by the participant. If you wish to assist the manning of the stand it will be on a rota basis co ordinated by TYHA. Brochures, including price lists, will be personally supplied to the TYHA stand on a Press Day and TYHA will not take responsibility for the return of unused brochures. Receptions/Social functions require prior TYHA approval. I have read, understood and accept the Terms and Conditions - Please sign and return to TYHA.*

Please return your completed form to: Libby Gordon Marine House, Thorpe Lea Road Egham, Surrey, TW20 8BF Tel: 01784 223817 Fax: 01784 475870 lgordon@britishmarine.co.uk

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