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MDL Marinas is delighted to announce the opening of its newly redesigned marina office at Hamble Point Marina, a key milestone in the £1.2m investment programme currently underway across the site. The office is part of ongoing improvements to the marina, building on the upgraded state-of-the-art customer facilities completed in June.

MDL Marinas is delighted to announce Matt and Becky Cook, long-standing berth holders at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, as the Tier 3 winners of the 2025 Dock & Discover campaign. 

ExploMar has secured more than USD 10 million in new financing, marking an important step in the company’s international growth. The round was led by private equity investors and a listed company in China, with continued support from existing shareholder DCM Ventures.

Seldén Mast will introduce a series of new products at Metstrade 2025 next week (18–20 November), including the world launch of its StB Rigging Screws and the first public showing of several innovations recently nominated for the DAME Design Awards.

Following Managing Director Ollie Shortall’s well-received presentation at ICOMIA 2025 in Venice, Inland and Coastal is bringing its focus on innovation in floating structures to Metstrade 2025, held from 18-20 November in Amsterdam.

ExploMar will present its latest electric outboard systems and battery technologies at this year’s Metstrade, running from 18-20 November, where visitors can explore the company’s high-performance electric propulsion solutions developed and tested in real operating conditions around the world.

In the lead up to Remembrance Sunday on 9 November, MDL Marinas is bringing its communities together to honour the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces through its ‘We Remember Together’ campaign, supporting the vital work of The Royal British Legion.

Iris Innovations, a world leader in specialist marine camera technology, has announced the launch of Photon, a compact ultra low-light 4K night vision camera designed to make safe nighttime navigation accessible to every boater.

MDL Marinas is celebrating a major success after securing wins in both its nominated categories at the Maritime Solent Awards 2025, announced at last night’s prestigious ceremony.

MDL Marinas has been announced as a double finalist at this year’s Maritime Solent Awards, recognised in both the Sustainability Leadership and Clean Maritime Innovator categories.

Seldén Mast (UK) is delighted to announce a special end of season promotion, offering 15% off selected products for a limited time only.

MDL Marinas has marked the 40th anniversary of its iconic Hythe Marina Village with a weekend of celebrations, bringing together berth holders, residents and visitors to honour four decades of boating and waterfront living.

MDL Marinas is proud to mark the 40th anniversary of Hythe Marina Village, the UK’s first purpose-built marina village, with a weekend of celebrations on 20–21 September 2025. 

MDL Marinas, the UK’s leading marina group, is proud to announce the launch of Current Compass, delivering high-value, real-world data Insights to marine industry stakeholders. 

Inland and Coastal Marina Systems will once again be at the heart of this year’s Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS), reinforcing its commitment to safe access with its ongoing Get Onboard Safely campaign.

C-Quip Ltd, a trusted distributor of high-quality marine equipment, is pleased to announce it is introducing the Sulnox Eco Fuel Conditioner to the leisure marine market, following years of successful deployment across commercial shipping and large vessel operations.

MDL Marinas has been selected as an official participant in Blue Wake™, the Monaco Yacht Show’s initiative spotlighting environmentally sustainable solutions in the superyacht and marina industries. 

Explomar’s WAVE 300 electric outboard system has taken centre stage in Portugal’s marine innovation, powering the TERRAZUL EVØ – the country’s first high-performance electric boat dedicated to maritime tourism.

Global Services Ltd, a leading provider of marine equipment supply services to the superyacht, commercial shipping and cruise ship sectors, has appointed Ian Cooke as Chairman to steer its next phase of strategic growth.

Seldén Masts, in collaboration with the ILCA Class Association, is thrilled to unveil its latest innovation for ILCA sailors worldwide – the Hi-Load kicker bracket upgrade pack. This cutting-edge development delivers a major boost in performance and reliability for one of the most critical parts of the ILCA rig – the kicker attachment point.

MDL Marinas is delighted to announce that long-standing tenant Rib Shop Ltd has expanded its presence at Hamble Point Marina, and now also occupies Unit 6, Firefly Road. 

MDL Marinas has contributed to a joint £3,000 donation to SERV Kent – Service by Emergency Response Volunteers – through matched funding, supporting a fundraising initiative led by tenant Network Yacht Brokers Kent.

MDL Marinas has significantly upgraded its lifting operations at Northney Marina with the addition of a powerful 35-ton hoist, following a £400,000 investment. Since its installation earlier this year, the hoist has already made a notable impact, enabling the safe and efficient handling of larger vessels, streamlining daily operations for the marina team and enhancing … MDL Marinas enhances lifting capabilities at Northney Marina with powerful 35-ton hoist

Ocean Youth Trust South is delighted to announce that Chief Executive Mark Todd has been made an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List.

Boaters cruising the UK this summer can now earn rewards, from marina dining vouchers to a luxury holiday for two, simply by exploring MDL’s marina network as part of the company’s new Dock & Discover campaign.