Marina Industry February 2023

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Volume 11, Number 47 February 2023

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EDITOR’S COMMENT

The planned ‘luxury tax’ on Mallorca, which has been demanded by the Government of the Balearic island, has been met with strong criticism from the regional business association, La Confederación de Asociaciones Empresariales de Baleares (CAEB). In particular, the yachting industry and the marinas, boatyards and other nautical enterprises that serve it are concerned about possible collateral damage that such a tax could cause and fears an ‘exodus’ of private luxury yachts.

In early February, the Balearic Parliament had passed a motion to officially ask the central government to levy a special tax on luxury goods from companies. An investigation committee of the Ministry of Finance in Palma had come to the conclusion that numerous luxury properties such as vacation villas or superyachts are declared by their owners as assets of their companies founded especially for this purpose, with the intention of mitigating their tax liabilities.

The introduction of a special tax on luxury villas and yachts declared as assets by enterprises would be levied by the Balearic tax authority, which wants to proceed against what it considers to be a form of tax evasion.

However, the yachting industry on Mallorca fears that such a tax could have a deterrent effect on the owners of super or megayachts. Many foreign owners have already chosen to give the Balearics a wide berth due to the restrictive and sometimes confusing tax laws in the yachting sector. Another tax could only add to this uncertainty and cause the super-rich to favour new yachting destinations, which are either established or being developed to serve this lucrative market.

In addition, the yachting industry is supported by ancillary facilities for repair and maintenance work. This allows companies in the fields of carpentry, electronics, interior design, safety equipment, spare parts and even on-board catering to win contracts and secure employment for the local workforce.

CAEB has expressed concern that similar taxes introduced by other autonomous communities in Spain have not had the desired success. I have been writing about marinas since 1988 and recall that Sardinia introduced a luxury tax in 2007. This also reduced the number of visiting yachts, with a corresponding drop in business along the Costa Smeralda.

David Young

Front cover: Svanemøllehavnen (Swan Mill Marina), with 1,200 berths, is the largest marina in Denmark, attracting 3,000 visiting yachts every year. It is situated in Copenhagen Harbour, close to the centre of the capital and the city’s many attractions (see page 18).

CDL buys St Katharine Docks

Purchase of the landmark St Katharine Docks located in Central London has been completed by City Developments Ltd. Opened in 1828, the 23-acre freehold mixed-use estate by Tower Bridge on the River Thames comprises over 500,000 sq ft of Grade A office, F&B, retail and residential units arranged across four main buildings and supporting ancillary spaces, including a marina with berths for up to 185 yachts.

Located in the heart of the capital near the financial district, St Katharine Docks attracts over 5.9 million visitors annually.

Since 2011, the estate underwent a £69.5 million repositioning and refurbishment programme, which included enhancements to the buildings, the marina and the

Executive Officer, said: “The current uncertainty in the UK has provided us with strategic opportunities to acquire prime assets and expand our portfolio. This latest acquisition of the sizeable St Katharine Docks freehold estate, one of London’s trophy landmarks, increases CDL’s total commercial assets in the UK to around £1 billion and enhances our recurring income stream. It complements our fund management strategy, providing us with the option to inject our UK assets into listed or unlisted platforms at an opportune time. In addition, there are ample asset management opportunities for us to demonstrate our ability to enhance value and improve operational efficiency”.

Karpaz Gate’s berthing packages for 2023

Ahead of the debut season of its expanded full resort facilities, Karpaz Gate Marina has announced its packages and rates for boatowners in 2023.

The first international-standard marina resort in North Cyprus has carried out significant investment to add new leisure facilities to complement its boutique hotel, hamam, spa, Beach Club and restaurants.

Offered alongside a high standard of berthing and technical services, the extra amenities create a leading East Mediterranean home port and a unique, stylish destination for boaters wishing to discover the protected Karpaz peninsula and surrounding cruising region.

Annual and Winter berth-holders, as well as visiting boat-owners from across the world, can enjoy the exclusive facilities as part of

short and long-term contracts and packages for the coming season.

In addition to introducing a newly structured price list based on each yacht’s LOA, Karpaz Gate Marina is specifically rewarding long-term clients with discounted rates and also offering benefits for new clients.

Its 2023 packages include: Free haul-out and anti-fouling package for boats of boats 9 m and over,

with 21 days hard-standing; Technical package, with 30 days hard-standing; Easy come, easy go package, which allows up to an aggregate of three months’ sailing within an annual mooring contract term; and a Flexible package for either a year or six months, providing the choice of berthing in the water or the dry dock during the contract and includes one free haul-out and launch.

overall estate. Sherman Kwek, CDL Group Chief

Norwegian island’s waste disposal dock

Waste disposal on a small island without vehicular access can be tricky, but Oslo’s Kommune Bymiljøetaten (municipal urban environmental agency) and SF Marina came up with a novel solution for Gressholmen-Rambergøya, a popular nature preserve a short ferry ride from the city. A small floating concrete dock houses three Molok® Deep Collection™ trash containers that are emptied from the water using a crane mounted on a garbage collection workboat. The project uses a 4 m wide x 15 m long SF1040 floating concrete pontoon. Highly adaptable to a wide range of applications, they can be modified to meet the

ICOMIA stats for 2021

The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has released the latest edition of its Recreational Boating Industry Statistics. These provide a wealth of industry intelligence in one useful reference document, which is used extensively within the industry mainly for companies analysing export markets; external stakeholders interested in investing in the marine leisure sector appreciate the insights given into key markets.

needs of virtually any project. With the Gressholmen-Rambergøya pontoon, three holes for the Molok containers were cast into the structure during manufacture. It was made at SF Marina’s Wallhamn, Sweden, facility, shipped to Oslo and then floated to the island.

Used primarily as a dock section, the SF1040 is extremely stable due to its sheer mass and low centre of gravity.

While the GressholmenRambergøya floating garbage depot is located in a sheltered cove and anchored to the seabed with chains and anchors, SF Marina pontoons are engineered to withstand hurricane-force weather events. Being under water, the

cool surroundings keep odourproducing bacteria from forming in the container. In addition, because so much of the container is hidden, the receptacle opening is low and can be easily accessed by children and those in wheelchairs. A 6 metre walkway allows easy entrance to the dock from shore and accommodates the area’s mild tidal fluctuation.

Each Molok container’s cover has a reusable inner sleeve that holds the refuse. The crane lifts the lid and contents, swings it over to the boat and a worker pulls a rope that opens the bottom to release the trash. Because of the containers’ large capacities, the need to empty them is 80% less than required for standard-sized waste receptacles.

During 2021, the postpandemic sale of boats remained strong in most countries, especially for larger yachts, and the industry has enjoyed strong growth with many consumers looking for boats with the latest technologies and accessories. However, this has come with a range of challenges such as a considerable backlog in the delivery of already purchased boats, a shortage of staff with the required expertise and experience, a lack of storage space and continued supply chain issues to name just a few.

The ICOMIA Statistics Book 2021 can be ordered from the organisation’s website (www. icomia.org). It costs 850 Euros, but discounts are available for members.

Editorial Features in April 2023

Boat hoists and cranes c Boatyard trailers Insurance for marinas c Marina visit to Montenegro

Deadline: Monday,10th April

Marina groups announce partnership in Spain

On 14 February, it was announced that D-Marin and Spanish marina group, Marinas del Mediterráneo, have formed a partnership to bring the D-Marin enriching yachting experience to the marina group’s customers in Spain.

This will be D-Marin’s first venture into the Spanish market and marks the next milestone in its expansion strategy. D-Marin brings its international expertise gained from its existing 16 marinas across six countries to Andalucía, contributing to the development of leisure harbours in the region. The three marinas in Marinas del Mediterráneo have more than 1,000 berths and will play an important role in D-Marin’s vision to create a premium marina network offering the highest standards across the Mediterranean.

The announcement comes only months after D-Marin entered the Italian market with its acquisition of Punta Faro Marina near Venice.

Oliver Dörschuck, D-Marin’s CEO, said: “We’re delighted to be forming this new partnership with Marinas del Mediterráneo, which promises to be a highly successful one. This is a milestone in our strategy to expand

New marina for megayachts

Azul Destinations and Calypso Cove Destinations have committed to building Calypso Cove, a luxury resort and cruise port on Long Island in the Bahamas. The $250 million development will include a port area, a 200-room hotel, an 18-hole golf course, a casino, a waterpark and marina facilities for mega-yachts.

Prime Minister Philip Davis noted that his administration is committed to ensuring that investments are decentralised from the Nassau-centric model that has prevailed over the years. He thanked the developers for their confidence in committing to undertaking the project at Gordon’s Beach in Southern Long Island. Work is expected to begin on Calypso Cove by the end of this year or early in 2024.

into the Western Mediterranean, with more marinas to come”.

Jose Carlos Martin, Founder of Marinas del Mediterráneo, added: “Partnering with D-Marin was an easy decision for us as we are very aligned in our desire to exceed our

customers’ expectations, especially in digital capabilities, thereby becoming part of the international D-Marin sales network. Welcoming D-Marin to Spain and working together for our customers’ benefit is our key focus now and for many years to come”.

Puerto Deportivo de Estepona, Puerto Marina La Duquesa and Puerto Marina del Este, all situated on the Costa del Sol, will become the first marinas in Spain to join D-Marin’s premium selection of international marinas.

MDL Marinas expands dry berthing and dry stack facilities at Hayling Island

Offering its customers even more choice when it comes to boat storage and care, MDL Marinas is launching new dry berthing facilities at its Sparkes Marina. The popular Hayling Island marina now has 20 ground racks available for customers with boats up to 10 metres to ‘berth’ their boats out of the water, on the shore. Space for boats stored on their trailers has also been created, further expanding the options available for boaters to get out on the water and enjoy their leisure time at the marina. Benefiting from the advantages that dry storage offers, such as easy access, increased peace of mind and reduced boat maintenance costs, owners will be able to request a lift or launch seven days a week.

Every boat will receive a hull wash from the marina’s expert boatyard team as it comes out the water and a dedicated area has been established to allow for maintenance and the flushing of outboard engines

by the owners.

The new dry berthing facilities will be available on an annual basis from 1 June, 2023, and will attract points through MDL’s Otium Rewards loyalty programme, which can then be ‘spent’ on MDL and marina tenant’s products and services, offering genuine savings and truly enhancing the boating experience.

In addition to this exciting new berthing option and further improving

Pump-out service to prevent pollution

The Canal & River Trust reports that more than 500 pollution incidents are reported to the organisation every year, costing between £50 and £50,000 each to resolve. All of the UK’s waterways are vulnerable to these problems, from small accidental spills that quickly disperse to major problems causing significant damage to the environment. Marinas, whilst not major sources of pollution, sometimes need to deal with leaks from pump-out units or badly maintained on-board toilet systems from boats at their moorings. Lee Sanitation has been servicing and maintaining pump-out systems for over 20 years, specialising in pump, valve and pipework supply, installation and maintenance, and provides a quick and efficient pump repair service either on site or within the company’s own workshop.

In the event that a pump is uneconomic to repair, LeeSan’s purchasing agreements with major pump manufacturers enable a competitive price to be quoted for a replacement unit.

LeeSan also offers planned service maintenance contracts for waste water pumping stations, pumps and transfer plants catering to specific needs. A three-tier system for servicing and call-outs is available: Bronze for one full service per year; Silver for one full service and one inspection per year; and Gold for two full services per year (see advertisement on page 5).

its customers’ experience, MDL has launched a new online dry stack booking system, allowing dry stack and dry berthing customers to make advance bookings to have their boats launched, ready for their next onwater adventure.

Access to the new online dry stack booking system is via the MY MDL customer portal on MDL’s website.

Offering even greater flexibility and convenience, customers can also

make bookings through the new system for their boats to be moved to a maintenance berth or pre-book refuelling slots at all MDL fuel berths.

For those customers unable to get online, the marina teams will be able to make a booking over the phone.

“We’re delighted to be expanding dry berthing and dry stack facilities, offering our customers more choice and greater flexibility,” said Tim Mayer, Sales and Marketing Director at MDL Marinas.

“The benefits of storing a boat out the water, like reducing maintenance time and costs and a cleaner, faster and more fuel-efficient hull, make it a very attractive proposition and it’s becoming increasingly more popular.

“With dry stack facilities at our Cobb’s Quay, Hamble Point and Saxon Wharf marinas comprising 482 dry stack berths, we want to offer people the convenience of booking a launch or lift via their computer, phone or tablet at a time when it’s convenient for them.”

Puerto Sherry joins TransEurope Marinas

During this year’s boot Düsseldorf, members of TransEurope Marinas were delighted to endorse Puerto Sherry’s application to join the group, welcoming Nicolás Figueras, General Manager, and Mariluz Rivero, Commercial Director, and discussing ideas for future collaboration.

TransEurope Marinas is an association of select marinas present in 12 European countries and representing over 40,000 berths for recreational boaters. The group comprises a network of motivated marina managers, who discuss and share best practices, supporting the industry and helping to facilitate the boating experience.

From 2021, Puerto Sherry has been making strategic changes to the harbour, focusing on continuous improvements in infrastructure and services offered to customers,

aiming to offer the best possible experience to both boaters and visitors. These have been carried out under the marina’s criteria of sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Dry stack storage at MDL’s Hamble Point Marina.

Jean-Michel Gaigné (left), Chair of TranEurope Marinas, with Nicolás Figueras, General Manager of Puerto Sherry at boot Düsseldorf.

NOTICEBOARD

Premier finish first phase of Noss on Dart project

The new marina control building at Noss on Dart Marina has been opened by Premier Marinas. This striking building will house the new marina office, the luxury berth-holder facilities, a first-floor lounge and a café.

The berth-holder facilities comprise 12 individual shower rooms, plus two larger luxury shower rooms designed with accessibility and families in mind. Shared salon-style hair dryers are also supplied. There is a laundry with large self-service washing machines and tumble dryers for use with a contactless payment system.

The building will create a dynamic hub in the marina for all marina users and completes phase one of the £75 million regeneration project, which includes the new floating marina, fuel pontoon, state-of-the-art full-service boatyard, dry stack storage for around 100 small motorboats, multi-deck car park and self-store facility.

Phase two of the regeneration will follow, which involves the development of the waterside area –previously home to Philip & Sons Ltd, the original shipbuilders on the site. Plans for this include a hotel and spa with around 40 waterside apartments.

Ambassadors visit Royal Phuket Marina

A delegation of seven ambassadors from foreign countries visited the Royal Phuket Marina on 29 January to observe the marina’s sustainability efforts. Accompanied by Thai government officials, the delegation was impressed by the marina’s initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainable maritime development.

Due to its central location and vibrant boardwalk atmosphere, the marina is an ideal departure point for high-quality boat excursions and yacht charters.

It is also Thailand’s only marina to hold both the prestigious Five Gold Anchor award and the International Clean Marina certification.

New boat dealer in Indonesia

Yacht Sourcing has been appointed the exclusive dealer of Takacat and Polycraft in Indonesia.

Founded in New Zealand, Takacat is a leading manufacturer of inflatable boats and catamarans, while Australia’s Polycraft specialises in producing fishing boats made from polyethylene.

Since 1963 Walcon has proven itself to be a worldwide leader in the design, construction and installation of marinas and berthing facilities, with renowned quality and first class service.

Shepperton Marina

Guidelines for marinas revisited

The Confederation of Fire Protection Associations in Europe (CFPAE) aims to facilitate and support fire protection activities across Europe. Guidelines produced and revised

by The Norwegian Fire Protection Association reflect best practice developed in the countries of Europe. They were issued ten years ago, but as the new boating season in the Northern hemisphere ramps up and

sailors return to their moorings, it is worth revisiting their proposals.

A marina may be where it is possible to fill up boats’ fuel tanks with petrol or diesel. It might also be possible to utilise propane bottles

for cooking or heating appliances. In many marinas it is also possible to rent a boat for a trip on the sea.

The national authorities make their own demands regarding the planning, construction and

Mobile fire-fighting equipment

Quick to deploy, easy to manoeuvre and set up, the RMCS Instant First Response Fire Cart for marina use has been designed to utilise available sea or river water to deliver a highpressure fire suppressant of either water or foam-water mix at up to 420 litres per minute. It can be operated by one person.

The stainless steel Fire Cart also houses a self-priming, aluminium pump and can be built to run with either petrol or diesel engine as required.

It is an invaluable item of standby equipment to help deal with fibreglass, plastic or fuel fire emergencies whenever it is needed.

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operation of plants that deliver fossil fuels. The authorities are also making clear demands regarding the personnel who shall establish and operate a plant for fuelling. It is mandatory that the responsible personnel know the regulations very well and realise the commitment to follow the rules.

Like camping sites, marinas also represent the possibility of severe fires with threat to human life and property. Leisure craft are mostly made of combustible plastic and having an engine fuelled by petrol and a cooking device using propane, you might as well have an incendiary bomb. The owner of the harbour is responsible to provide appropriate and sufficient fire-fighting equipment that is easy to deploy on the site and announce fire precaution rules on notice boards. In addition, the following precautions should be taken into consideration: everybody staying at a plant for fuelling is obligated to act carefully to prevent fires and explosions; everybody is obligated to act in accordance with displayed instructions; and the responsible personnel should verify that the plant satisfies the respective

regulations. Marinas should be developed in such a way that boats are not able to drift under the quay when fuelling. Boats should be moored in a way so that they can be quickly moved if an emergency situation should occur and other boats should not be moored at the marina that could cause problems with shifting in such a situation. A sufficient number of extinguishers suitable for flammable liquids should be placed at easily accessible places at the facility.

The responsible staff of a marina should be trained in: how to prevent fires, explosions and other accidents; how to act if a fire or an explosion should occur and to alert and rescue the guests; how to alert the fire brigade; and how to operate the fire hoses and extinguishers. A risk analysis and an emergency plan should be worked out and exercises and training should be carried out twice every year. The analysis should contain all the above mentioned proposals and point out where the risk for a fire or other accidents is most probable. Measures to reduce the risk should be considered. Fire safety signs referring to emergency equipment, assembly points, fire alarms, phone number of emergency services, etc. must be placed around the facility. A document containing all control points and how they are fulfilled should be prepared and kept for the supervision of the authorities.

If a fire or accident should occur, it is important that the fire brigade have a good access to every part of the marina. Consult the fire brigade to obtain the necessary information about the width, height and axle load of their fire engines and the minimum swing radius they can manage. There must be places arranged at the site where their vehicles can be lined up. The access routes must be free of obstacles and parked cars. It is also important to decide the maximum distance to the water supply (hydrants or cistern). The water supply must also supply the necessary quantity of water and pressure.

A superyacht carrying 8,000 litres of fuel caught fire in Torquay, Devon, on 28 May, 2022 (picture courtesy of James Watson, Devon Live/BPM Media).

Peters & May celebrates 50 years of transporting yachts by sea

As global shipping and logistics expert, Peters & May, sees in the year celebrating its 50th anniversary, it can look back and reflect on all the industry has overcome and how it has successfully adapted to larger yachts and higher client expectations.

Unsurprisingly, yacht transportation requires a lot of preparation and organisation. These yachts manage to combine high value and fragility in one, often rather large, package. So how has Peters & May come to dominate in this challenging field? Leveraging five decades of experience, knowledge and expertise certainly helps, and Peters & May has built up a valuable knowledge base on all aspects of yacht transportation from international customs protocols to deck lashings and are recognised as one of today’s leading worldwide specialists in the market. It’s a broad remit, managing transports across racing, leisure, commercial marine, general freight forwarding and its courier service

(CEC), with every shipment tailored to meet the needs of the individual customer.

Upon confirming a shipment, each customer is required to provide extensive information on their yacht, including type, propulsion system, keel type, hull shape, as well as disclosing any appendages, drafts or masts. Each characteristic of a yacht has its own demands and can carry complications. As an example, superyachts of larger size and heavier weight are more likely to be transported on heavy-lift vessels, while smaller and lighter leisure craft, like cruising and racing yachts, are more likely to be transported by feeder ships, general cargo vessels and container ships, allowing for greater global exploration.

Devil in the detail

The Devil is always in the detail and disclosing as much as possible prior to a shipment ensures a faultless and professional lift, every time. While the standard shipping methods and options remain the

same ie, breakbulk, on and under deck, Out of Gauge (OOG), roll-on/ roll-off or float-on/float-off, etc, yachts have evolved and so the requirements for shipping today have changed.

Commenting on the evolution of yacht designs and transportation,

Paul Elsom, Global Technical Director, said: “Over the years, we have seen a substantial difference in the type of boats we have been shipping, with the last 10-15 years seeing a noticeable increase in the bookings for yachts measuring in at 75 ft plus.

“With manufacturers now designing all types of yachts, honing their designs to suit the purpose of the yacht, hull designs differ markedly. There are many appendages and features that need to be considered, and they can create challenges to then lift, cradle and secure on a vessel. It is so important, now more than ever, that our clients provide us with precise measurements to ensure that accurate, safe, and professional transportations can be fulfilled.”

‘They don’t make them like they used to’ is a catchphrase that would come to mind for many when referencing the boats being built today. However, this statement should not be considered entirely negative, as these technological developments

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With manufacturers now designing all types of yachts, honing their designs to suit the purpose of the yacht, hull designs differ markedly. There are many appendages and features that need to be considered, and they can create challenges to then lift, cradle and secure on a vessel.

Lifting the 44 metre Justa Delia.

YACHT TRANSPORT

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have transformed the performance of boats.

Thanks to breakthroughs in composites, modern yachts are coming up bigger, but lighter, often with quirks in the hull designs. These vessels can be easily damaged if not handled correctly and carefully and that is why Peters & May has adjusted its methods over the years. Peters & May’s expert team of loadmasters are knowledgeable on sourcing and advising the most appropriate cradles and lifting gear.

Lifting equipment, cradles, slings, belts and everything in between have seen many adaptations over the years. The company routinely uses wider and stronger lifting belts (and more of them) to provide that extra bit of security for its client’s yachts. In the past, loading a yacht may have only required one belt or sling at each end, whereas now, due to the variety of shapes and weights of boats, there is the need for multiple belts at each end and further still, the width of the belts often needs to be wider. This ensures the safe and even distribution of the weight of the yacht. When using multiple belts, lifting gear needs to be designed to equalise the load on the lifting sling, thus avoiding

point loading to the hull.

Cradles have been modernised and now feature larger cradle pads measuring 60 x 40 cm, with additional cushioning, again to provide extra support and avoid

any hull punctures. Peters & May possesses the most variations of cradles in the industry and prides itself in using appropriate and specific cradles to fit each boat and hull type, as opposed to

manipulating a cradle to fit. Renowned for making several of its own innovations, Peters & May set up Bespoke Load Solutions in 2017 to bring innovation and simplification to cargo handling, both

Load guided into cradle on deck of MV Tide Navigator.

One of Peters & May’s expert loadmasters at work.

Motor yacht lashed to the deck of MV Panthera J.

within and beyond the marine sector, with successfully proven solutions such as the Cat Cradle and Flat-rail innovations. Owning exclusive rights to the Flat-rail patent, this Veritascertified system enables loadmasters to load out-of-gauge cargo weighing up to 34 tonnes and 16.50 metres long on a single container base, improving shipping opportunities to more inaccessible areas of the world at little or no added cost to the customer.

YSS inaugurated

In 2021, the inauguration of Yacht Stevedoring Solutions (YSS) took place. Launched by Peters & May and based in Fort Lauderdale, it specialises in yacht and breakbulk loading solutions. Its terminal handler’s licence allowed YSS to assist its customers with Less than Container Load (LCL) work in its Port Everglades terminal. Whether it is loading smaller boats to flat racks or discharging them from containers. Its first-year licence only granted business brokered by Peters & May, but it has recently been granted an extension into a ten-year nonrestrictive licence, allowing YSS to grow past yachts and pursue more business within Port Everglades.

Fort Lauderdale is known as the ‘Yacht capital of the World’ and so makes perfect sense for Peters & May to evolve the business in Port Everglades, although the leisure yachting business in Florida and beyond has suffered a period of headwinds. A combination of the Covid-19 pandemic, tariffs on luxury goods from the US and the strength of the dollar affected the number of day boats, sport cruisers and runabouts being exported from the country, but this decline proved temporary and Peters & May confidently reports a slow but steady rise of these shipments once again.

Both European and Asian-built boats are noted to be particularly popular within the US. In its experience, Peters & May has found the US from Europe to be a particularly popular route too, as well as seeing a trend of many US boat-owners cruising the Caribbean for multiple seasons, whether that be aboard charter yachts or racing yachts being shipped ready to take part in events.

“Transatlantic routes have traditionally been, and remain to be, very busy routes,” confirmed Simon Judson, CEO of Peters & May. “Historically, we have shipped

from Northern Europe to the Mediterranean and in recent years we have seen an increase in the return of these shipments too.”

It’s safe to say the last five decades has brought its fair share of tests for Peters & May and the industry as a whole, with many market pressures still ongoing. From recessions and Brexit to the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic and Russian-Ukrainian war, the industry suffered vessel seizures and quarantining, cargo and labour shortages, port closures/ congestions, fuel and transport price increases, and not to mention the inevitable backlog of traffic once said restrictions were lifted.

The next 50

As Peters & May look forward to the future, Simon Judson stated: “We go into 2023 with strong optimism. With our extensive experience, our team and the structure we have in place I am certain we can continue to grow and tackle any future obstacles head on.

“It wouldn’t be a surprise to us if the industry soon saw a shortage in the availability of suitable cargo vessels to meet the demands of shipping. A vast number of the ships available to the market today are ageing and

with that, insurance and maintenance costs and demands will be inevitable, hard and expensive. The production of new vessels is slow, with hurdles of increased production costs and new building regulations and standards, and so there is a gap in the industry that could potentially prove to be a challenge in the coming years, albeit one that we already have strategies in place for.”

Environmental concerns are growing apace too, with companies being pushed to align themselves with sustainable green movements and support the transition to a blue economy. With the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) having set a target goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the shipping industry by 50% by 2050, this could bring some further complications and demand additional considerations for those in the industry. Cleaner shipping is likely to increase costs that will need to be managed.

After 50 years honing its craft, Peters & May is in a strong position to consolidate its market-leading position over the next 50.

Peters & May info@petersandmay.com www.petersandmay.com

Cargo ship Symphony Sun loaded and ready to sail.

BIG time and other ways to get money for nothing

By Dan Natchez*

Other than the titles, I must admit I have no particular tie-ins here to these now somehow old songs by Peter Gabriel and Dire Straits, respectively, and to be clear, the ‘money for nothing’ I’m talking about will not often be quite for nothing, but it could definitely help keep your straits from becoming dire!

Each year, the marine industry faces more and more oversight from big brother. In some cases, that can be helpful and in other cases it can be challenging. Big brother has a job to do, but sometimes their approach can be quite daunting and can result in marinas playing catch up or accelerating capital projects to bring operations into

compliance with the various regulations.

The best advice I can offer is to try to stay ahead of the game. That means implementing compliance in both operationally and costeffective ways. Sounds nice, but what does this mean and how does one pay for it, especially when things are tight?

Firstly, it requires having a fluid multi-year plan that integrates operations, maintenance, capital projects and forward thinking of how to obtain getting to the next level. In some respects, this can be relatively easy to do, but more often than not gets widely overlooked.

The second approach typically requires a bit more doing, but while big brother watches over all of us,

sometimes the government powers that be also try to be helpful in providing funding for various regulatory compliance initiatives and/or desired development/ redevelopment – therein the ‘money for not quite nothing’. The biggest issue for many to deal with in getting the cash is the time it takes, often long, to secure the approvals, even when the particular agency really likes the project. That is where having the multi-year plan for improvements is beneficial.

It should also be noted that for most fundable projects one needs to get through the paperwork and approval process prior to undertaking the project. Retroactive reimbursement is almost unheard of in US governmental funding, with

one possible exception being the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), but even then there are steps to be taken before funds can be spent and be reimbursable. Naturally, more often than not there are conditions and strings attached to the funding. There are specific equipment programs, as well as operational programs.

BIG program

Yes, this is the ‘BIG’ in ‘BIG Time’ – the US Boating Infrastructure Grant program, which is a Federal program run through the US Fish & Wildlife Service and largely administered by individual states to provide funding to promote nautical tourism and for greater

access to the recreational, cultural, historic, scenic and natural resources within the US for boats that are 26 ft or more in length (large cruising boats). The program is aimed at nontrailerable transient boating with stays not exceeding 15 days. The funding is for facilities construction or renovation projects that are designed to last at least 20 years, are in waters with greater than or equal to 6 ft of depth at the lowest tide and that provide security, safety and service (including a pump-out station within two miles

for overnight facilities).

The program is divided into two segments. Tier 1 is for funding of up to $200,000 that is decided by a state in that state’s competition, but the maximum of the total moneys available under Tier 1 per year per state is $200,000 per year. Tier 2 is for funding up to $1,500,000 per grant, which is based on a national competition (multiple grants to a given entity are allowed, but must be in separate years). For the 2022 cycle, 13 grants were awarded ranging from $208,000 to the $1.5 million limit, for a total of just over $15 million.

The funding can include: (a)

boat berths, piers, mooring buoys, floating docks, dinghy docks, day docks and other structures for boats to tie-up and gain access to the shore or services; (b) fuel stations, restrooms, showers, utilities and other amenities for transient-boater convenience; (c) lighting, communications, buoys, beacons, signals, markers, signs and other means to support safe boating and give information to aid boaters; (d) breakwaters, sea walls and other physical improvements to allow an area to offer a harbour of safe refuge; and/or (e) equipment and structures for collecting, disposing of or recycling liquid or solid waste from eligible vessels or

for eligible users.

Each state can make its own determination of additional requirements – for instance, some states have reserved the Tier 1 funds for state-owned facilities. Applicants’ minimum funding requirement is 25%, but projects with a match higher than 25% will receive additional points during evaluation. The matching funds for the 2022 awardees ranged from a low of about 35% for Port Townsend, Washington, to a high of roughly 152% for Safe Harbor’s Port Royal Marina in South Carolina.

This program requires a wellthought-out presentation and while it is a lengthy process

Funding can include floating docks and other structures such as gangways for boats to tie-up and gain access to the shore or services.

Keco’s ‘Pump and Dump Combo’ pump-out system is a ‘one stop’ solution for boaters with either fixed or portable waste tanks.

and faces a rigorous review and competition, it can be a major source of funding for meaningful projects.

Pump-outs

One of the easiest and wellfunded programs in the US is for pump-out facilities under the Clean Vessel Act, where today funding can be for up to 75% of the costs of construction, renovation, operation and maintenance of pump-out stations and waste reception facilities to meet the needs of recreational boaters. This can involve much more than just the cost of the pump-out device – it can include consultants and professionals for the design and obtaining permits, infrastructure (including site preparation, signage, trenching and piping), as well as equipment, installation, personnel to operate the facilities and maintenance costs. The 25% that must be funded by the applicant can be in terms of actual expenditures, as well as in-house labour and in-kind services. A major string for this (and other federallyfunded projects these days) is that all equipment, steel, etc, must be made in the US. Additional strings are that the pump-out must be

One of the easiest and well-funded programs in the US is for pump-out facilities under the Clean Vessel Act, where today funding can be for up to 75% of the costs of construction, renovation, operation and maintenance of pumpout stations and waste reception facilities to meet the needs of recreational boaters

open for use by the public and if a charge is made for its usage, it cannot exceed $5.00. Since most facilities tend to charge little if anything for pump-outs, this has not tended to be an issue for most applicants. This program has been extremely effective in helping make pump-out facilities widely available throughout the country.

Both the pump-out and BIG programs, along with various other incentive and research programs,

are funded through the WallopBreaux Trust Fund, which is a fund created by placement of a portion of the tax on boat fuel and various equipment sales for use in the recreational boating field.

As mentioned in my recent article on power washing in the June, 2022, issue of Marina Industry, for quite some time I have been advocating for the Clean Vessel Act to be expanded to include the handling of process water from power washing. To do it right can be very costly and many states these days seem to have unclaimed money left over for pump-outs. This would be a significant benefit to marinas and in helping to keep our waters clean.

Other approaches

There are other US federal and state approaches with potential funding sources such as FEMA for Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, as well as Flood Mitigation Assistance, Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), Disaster Recovery Programs, state economic development, waterways programs and other programs that foster specific goals. Every state and region has their own specific goals on how to upgrade and

improve their waterfronts. It is a hot topic today, particularly with increasing emphasis on dealing with climate change and sea level rising. Many programs have funding resources and, of course, similar programs can be found in most countries.

Partnering with one or more public entities can also make funding available for various components of a project and/ or allow for reduced costs that otherwise might not be available to a private entity. Properly packaged proposals allow for accomplishment of various public and marina goals. Like most things in life, there are yin-yang conditions involved and business judgements have to be made as to the benefits and concerns, However, by and large, properly planned and partnered projects can be very meaningful to accomplishing short and longterm goals. On many occasions, breaking projects down into segments allows for partnering on specific segmented items. Such approaches could include things such as community protection for breakwaters, public access boardwalks and associated shoreline protection, green

One of the easiest and well-funded programs in the US is for pump-out facilities under the Clean Vessel Act.

infrastructure, as well as utilities that extend to and beyond the marina.

Not long ago I was surprised to see a series of maintenance dredging projects receive funding under a program for improving coastal resiliency. Not what you would typically expect, but the projects were well-presented and the state agreed that they were eligible! Another approach one might consider on the dredging front if there is a Federal Project or similar government anchorage or channel of some sort adjacent to your site is to piggyback on the cost of testing, which is often excessive, if undertaken in conjunction with the testing for the Federal Project. Likewise, one may be able to obtain a lower per unit cost for testing and dredging by working with the same contractor undertaking the Federal Project. Similarly, working with others in the area and forming a dredging group can have comparable benefits.

Clean-up and development of brownfield areas may also be eligible for various sources of

funding. A brownfield is a property the expansion, redevelopment or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant or other contaminant. There are various levels of funding available and working in partnerships with state, regional or local organisations (public or private) can be very helpful in obtaining funding. This has been readily undertaken for development of upland real estate projects, typically with creating parkland along the waterfront. It has also been successful for marina projects, but due to the length of time and other reasons, has not been as widely used as it might be. The biggest takeaways I can provide are to plan ahead, understand the objectives of various grant programs and carefully tailor one’s proposal to show how the desired project is beneficial in accomplishing those goals.

While there may be no such

thing as a free lunch, as there are usually strings attached to funding sources (in fact, whether they be private or public), it just makes sense to take advantage of the carrots that big brother sometimes offers, as there is certainly no shortage of sticks. Applications for funding can be successful when properly presented and one fully understands the respective goals and ways to achieve them. Yes, it does take time, diligence and a lot of patience, but in the end, it can be well worth it. After all, who wouldn’t want some money for nothing – even if it isn’t quite free?

*Dan Natchez is President of Daniel S. Natchez and Associates Inc, a leading international environmental waterfront design consulting company specialising in the design of marinas and marina resorts throughout the world.Your comments and enquiries are invited on Tel: +1 914 698 5678,by Fax: +1 914 698 7321,by E-mail: dan.n@dsnainc.com or on his Website: www.dsnainc.com

Svanemøllehavnen, Denmark

The largest marina in Denmark, with 1,200 berths, Svanemøllehavnen (Swan Mill Marina) attracts 3,000 visiting yachts every year. It is situated in Copenhagen Harbour, close to the centre of the capital, with Tivoli Gardens, the Little Mermaid statue, the shopping street of Strøget and the city’s bathing beach all within easy reach. Three distinct yacht clubs are based at the marina –the Copenhagen Amateur Sailing Club, the Sailing Club Sundet and the Øresund Sailing Club Frem. It is also home to a permanent collection of traditional wooden boats.

The marina can be accessed around the clock via a channel, which has depth of six metres, marked by red and green stakes. There is a maximum speed of three knots in the harbour basin.

After registering and paying for a berth, boat-owners can obtain a card from a ticket machine in the

harbour office, which will enable them to access the electricity supply from a service pedestal. Water is freely provided throughout the facility. The same card will allow them to gain entry to the toilets, washrooms and laundry.

Meals can be obtained from the

marina’s clubhouse and there are many restaurants adjacent to the harbour offering a variety of different cuisines.

Other services include fuel (petrol and diesel), a mast crane, hard standing, a holding tank to accommodate the waste

from visiting yachts, wi-fi and a defibrillator.

There is also a barbecue area, a playground for children and bicycles can be rented.

Svanemøllehavnen info@smhavn.dk www.smhavn.dk

Creating berthing people want to come home to

“Not only do Inland and Coastal Marina Systems produce durable pontoon systems, the team works with what currently exists, making more efficient use of time, resources and budget.”

Christopher Odling-Smee, MD, The Marine Group

Stainless steel lighting pedestal

The bomber pedestal from VMR is a sophisticated, modern design for the distribution of services. It is entirely made of stainless steel for long-term durability and resistance to corrosion, and features an elegant convex button-like top. It supplies electricity and services such as water, compressed air, data transmission and audio systems. Developed for installation in marinas and harbours, it is also suitable for locations such as hotels and private villas that have access to leisure craft.

The Bomber, like all New VMR products, can be customised with different colours and finishes, with

the possibility of adding outdoors lighting systems and pre-payment options.

Three standard sizes are available: Bomber-250 has a width of 250 mm and heights of either 860 mm or 1200 mm; Bomber-325 has a width of 325 mm and three different heights of 860 mm, 1200 mm and 1350 mm; and Bomber-500 has a width of 500 mm and heights of either 1250 mm or 1350 mm.

The Italian manufacturer also offers a tailor-made design service to meet the needs of its clients.

New VMR Srl info@vmrsrl.com

www.vmrsrl.com

Multi-function dock fender

A unique multi-function design gives a number of options for Dan-Fender’s dock fender to be used in different ways on a marina pontoon or dockside. As standard, it is delivered as a long side fender, but it can very simply be converted into a corner-fender (up to 90 degree bend), for both inside or outside corner protection).

A further option is to integrate a centrally-mounted Dan-Fender Model 520 for extra vertical protection. This is, for example, ideal for protecting a yacht’s swim platform when docking against floating pontoons.

Standard colours are white and navy blue, but other colours can be supplied on request.

Dan-Fender info@danfender.com

www.danfender.com

New catalogue

A 36-page catalogue in Italian, English and French has been released by Naval Tecno Sud Boat Stand Srl illustrating the company’s equipment for boatyards. The company is well-known for its boat stands and cradles, which have been developed to support all models and sizes of craft, and they are featured in a comprehensive selection beginning on page 14.

However, the early part of the new catalogue offers a variety of other equipment such as cabins in a range of sizes. These can be fixed in position or supplied

on rails or wheels, making them retractable to adjust the space required for storage or weatherproof anti-fouling and painting tasks.

Other products include dry storage racks for boats, walkways, platforms, panels to protect the yard when spraying paint and bar spreader beams for large, medium and small motor boats or sailing yachts, as well as catamarans.

Naval Tecno Sud Boat Stand Srl

navaltecnosudboatstand@ gmail.com

www.navaltecnosud.it

Naval Tecno Sud Boat Stand

Naval Tecno Sud Boat Stand specialises in the design, production and supply of equipment for use in boatyards and to store and transport leisure craft in marinas.

It offers a high quality range of cradles, boat stands, safety steps, work platforms dry stack storage racks and fixed and mobile booths for painting and other maintenance tasks. Versatile boat trailers, both self-propelled and towable, are also available.

Naval Tecno Sud Boat Stand, Via Pino Pascali 28, 70010 Valenzano BA, Italy. Tel: +39 393 5493586 E-mail: navaltecnosudboatstand@gmail.com

MDL Marinas sells boatyard at Dartside Quay

The sale of its boatyard at Dartside Quay has been announced by MDL Marinas following an agreement with Dolphin Boatyard, which will see the expansion of the boatyard services on offer to MDL customers and the wider boating community.

Currently operating a boatyard and berthing services across the water at Dolphin Haven, the new owners bring a great deal of experience, local knowledge and a long history of boat restoration and refit to Dartside Quay.

The purchase will be followed by substantial investment in the site to bring forth exciting new developments to extend the services on offer.

Situated at the head of Galmpton Creek, Dartside Quay is three miles upriver from the picturesque town of Dartmouth. In a sheltered position, with beautiful views across to Dittisham, Dartside Quay offers extensive facilities for all boatowners.

With space for over 300 boats ashore, the seven-acre dry boat storage area is serviced by a 65 tonne hoist, which operates from a

purpose-built dock. There is also a 20 tonne trailer hoist operating from a slipway and various on-site marine tenants provide specialist boat repairs and maintenance services.

“The acquisition of Dartside Quay

Marine fabric from Italy

The new vinyl fabric Mito from Italian manufacturer Italvipla is an upholstery innovation. It has high performance structural properties, creating high-quality surfaces in modern soft furniture aboard yachts. It has good abrasion resistance, is flame-retardant and other features include easy-care finish, fastness to light, resistance to mould and discolouration by bacteria.

There is a fresh, trendy colour spectrum based on 14 shades of blue, black, sand, beige and anthracite. An unmatched surface texture feels similar to suede leather, giving a

refined look with fine microstructure and an elegant cloud print.

Mito is said to give any covered surfaces character and richness.

Italvipla Srl

info@italvipla.com

www.italvipla.com

is an exciting step forward for my business,” said Ben Morris, Managing Director of Dolphin Boatyard. “It allows us to expand our services to local boaters in the bay, on the Dart and beyond, adding new refit

opportunities and investing in both the Dartside Quay and Dolphin Haven sites”.

Dolphin Boatyard Ltd

info@dolphinhaven.co.uk

www.dolphin-haven.co.uk

Transparent adhesive

Characterised by high elasticity and initial adhesion, as well as a short drying time, fako® transparent fibreglass adhesive 9119 TG is a solvent-free plastic dispersion, thixotropic singlecomponent adhesive. The adhesive becomes transparent when it dries.

It was developed for bonding of fibreglass fabric to mineral wool in pipe and surface areas, and bonding to sheet metal, as well as applying fibreglass fabric coverings to rubber products (e.g. Armaflex).

It can be used on all load-

bearing surfaces, such as plaster, plasterboard and concrete.

Transparent fibreglass adhesive 9119 TG can be applied to vertical surfaces with a brush, roller or notched trowel. During application, the temperature should be at least + 10 deg C and coverage is 200-250 g per sq m, depending on the substrate, which must be clean, free of grease and dust.

It is supplied in 12 kg tubs.

CBG Composites GmbH

info@cbg-composites.de

www.cbg-composites.de

WE’RE SWITCHING IT UP FOR 2023. WE’LL SEE YOU FROM WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY!

WED - 15-11-23

THU - 16-11-23

FRI - 17-11-23

The METSTRADE Show is the world’s largest marine equipment trade show and the only truly international B2B exhibition. With excellent networking opportunities, a broad range of showcased innovations and located in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, the METSTRADE Show is an unmissable event for every professional in the marine industry.

Seawork is open for business – all year

Reserve now for 2023. Keep your full business profile and capabilities in front of your customers 365 days a year. Create meetings with Seawork visitors and build business all year. Hold product launches and host leadership events.

Europe’s leading commercial marine and workboat exhibition

Make the most of marketing & PR support from Seawork, Maritime Journal and our leading commercial marine magazines, in print, online, eNews and via social media.

Showcase your latest innovations in vessels, equipment and services to an international audience of over 100,000 all year on Seawork.com

Seawork & Marine Civils exhibition encompasses 12,000m2 of halls featuring 600 exhibitors and over 70 vessels and floating plant.

Features include the European Commercial Marine Awards (ECMAs) and Innovations Showcase.

The Seawork Conference programme offers opportunities to explore the challenges, changes and emerging opportunities in today’s and tomorrow’s commercial marine and workboat sector.

For more information visit: seawork.com contact: +44 1329 825 335 or email: info@seawork.com

Green innovation at MDL show

Simplifying the complexities of green technologies and introducing a selection of eco-friendly products, boating experts and marine entrepreneurs will be taking to the stage in the Innovation Hub at this year’s South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show at MDL’s Ocean Village Marina from 21-23 April.

Launching the exciting schedule of talks and demonstrations will be Dr Stephen Weatherley from Archipelago Yachts. He’ll be discussing the future of marine fuels, focusing on methanol and its conversion to hydrogen via reforming technology to help decarbonise the marine industry.

Other speakers will include: Wilf Chaplin from sailmaker One Sails, who will be discussing sustainable sails; Nigel Irens, the celebrated yacht designer; Charlie Hall from Pixii Electric Boats; and David Kendall, Founder of Optima Projects. His company will be introducing a prototype of its 10

Exhibitors can apply for SIBS

The Boating Industry Association (BIA), together with event delivery partner, Mulpha Events, has announced the opening of exhibitor applications for the 54th edition of the Sydney International Boat Show. The show returns to the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay within the iconic surrounds of Darling Harbour on 3-6 August.

In 2022, over 45,000 visitors came together in celebration of the boating lifestyle, with hundreds of boats on display, world and Australian premieres, topical education seminars and live entertainment.

Andrew Scott, CEO of the BIA, said the boat show will again offer a stand-out exhibition space at a purposebuilt marina in Cockle Bay along with the introduction of exciting changes, including a reconfigured exhibition space within the halls of the ICC.

metre, ultra-efficient electric cruising boat designed for use over an extended range.

MDL Marinas

t.mayer@mdlmarinas.co.uk

www.mdlmarinas.co.uk/boat-shows

Sanctuary Cove to promote e-technology

Long known as a launchpad for marine innovation, with a dedication to improved sustainability, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) from 25-28 May will showcase the best in alternative powered boating and leisure products.

Consumer take-up of electric marine vessels and products is on the increase and, recognising the growing interest in the sector, this year’s SCIB is celebrating the companies investing in alternative power sources. On display will be a range of cutting-edge marine industry e-technologies, from luxury electric and hybrid yachts to electric engines and outdoor ‘toys’ such as jetboards and electric underwater scooters. Johan Hasser, General Manager of Mulpha Events, says the team is looking forward to hosting a range of new technologies at this year’s show.

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show contactus@sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au www.sanctuarycoveboatshow.com.au

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Diary of events

Please check websites for up-to-date information before booking hotels or confirming travel plans.

South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show

Southampton, England

21-23 April, 2023

www.mdlmarinas.co.uk

Palma International Boat Show

Palma de Mallorca

27-30 April, 2023

www.palmainternationalboatshow. com

Sanctuary Cove

International Boat Show

Queensland, Australia

25-28 May, 2023

www.sanctuarycoveboatshow. com.au

Seawork

Southampton, England

13-15 June, 2023

www.seawork.com

Sydney International Boat Show

Sydney, Australia

3-6 August, 2023

www.sydneyboatshow.com.au

Southampton International Boat Show

Southampton, England

15-24 September, 2023

www.southamptonboatshow.com

Grand Pavois

La Rochelle, France

20-25 September, 2023

www.grand-pavois.com

Salone Nautico

Genoa, Italy

21-26 September, 2023

www.salonenautico.com

ICOMIA World Marinas Conference

Vilamoura, Portugal

11-13 October, 2023

www.icomia.org

Salon Nautico

Barcelona, Spain

11-15 October, 2023

www.salonnautico.com

METSTRADE

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

15-17 November, 2023

www.metstrade.com

Prototype of Optima Projects’ electric cruising boat.