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MDL Marinas has confirmed a further £6.35 million of investment during the 2025/26 berthing season, reinforcing its long-term commitment to improving facilities, infrastructure and services across its UK marina network.
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.
MDL is proud to announce that its flagship Ocean Village Marina in Southampton has been named Marina of the Year at the 2025 British Yachting Awards for the second time in three years, following its previous win in 2023.
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.
PRO-SET® Epoxy is delighted to announce its partnership with Revolution Race Cars. The collaboration supports the manufacture of the latest production model, the 500 EVO, which is competing internationally in the mixed prototype series.
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.
The Guide of Dunkirk is a historic motor lifeboat, famous for its role as one of the “Little Ships” in the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II. Its story is one of service and courage.
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.
PRO-SET® Epoxy, a leading provider of high-performance epoxy systems and Ovington Boats, renowned builders of world-class sailing dinghies, are proud to announce their joint sponsorship of the upcoming Flying Fifteen World Championships.
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.
As part of its ongoing commitment to safety and wellbeing, MDL Marinas has taken a pioneering step to enhance water safety awareness by equipping nearly 30 members of its operational team with hands-on, scenario-based cold water immersion training.
Inland and Coastal Marina Systems is pleased to confirm its attendance at the 32nd UK Harbour Masters’ Association (UKHMA) Annual General Meeting and Members’ Summer Luncheon, taking place on Wednesday 11 June during this year’s Seawork Exhibition at Mayflower Park, Southampton.
Inland and Coastal Marina Systems, specialists in commercial pontoon infrastructure and CTV berthing solutions, is once again championing its industry focused Get Onboard Safely initiative at Seawork 2025, taking place between 10-12 June at Southampton’s Mayflower Park.
MDL Marinas is pleased to announce that long-standing partner Approved Boats has relocated its operations to Shamrock Quay in Southampton. This strategic move within the MDL Marinas network marks an exciting new chapter for the company, offering enhanced visibility with a dedicated outdoor display area for showcasing boats.
MDL Marinas is delighted to announce that Blue Funnel’s MV ‘Ocean Scene’ and MV ‘Jenny Blue’ will be moving to a new permanent home at Shamrock Quay Marina in Southampton this summer.
The 6th edition of the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show, guided by Raymarine, concluded a highly successful three-day event at MDL’s prestigious Ocean Village Marina this past weekend (9-11 May). Attracting over five thousand visitors, the show reinforced its place as a key event on the UK’s marine calendar.
Set against the impressive backdrop of MDL Marina’s flagship Ocean Village Marina, the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 is once again hosting a spectacular lineup of exciting new launches from leading global power and sail brands.
Boating enthusiasts have even more reason to attend the South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025, with prizes worth over £10,000 up for grabs. Visitors who register for free tickets will automatically be entered into a prize draw, with the chance to win cutting-edge marine electronics from Raymarine, the show’s main sponsor.
ExploMar, a global leader in high-performance electric outboard systems, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Caverton Marine, a premier provider of marine logistics services in Nigeria. This collaboration marks a significant step toward advancing the electrification of water transportation in Africa.
Llanthony, a 77-foot 1934 Camper & Nicholsons motor yacht will journey to Dunkirk this May to commemorate the 85th anniversary of Operation Dynamo.
The eagerly anticipated South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025, guided by Raymarine, will showcase the UK debut of the high-performance Delta 33 Coupé at MDL’s flagship Ocean Village Marina in Southampton from 9-11 May 2025.
The South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show 2025 will host the highly anticipated Show Debut of Inspiration Marine’s Hanse 360 sailing yacht. Recently crowned European Yacht of the Year 2025 in the Family Cruiser category, the Hanse 360 is set to turn heads with its sleek design, advanced engineering and outstanding performance.
Seldén Mast is thrilled to unveil the Halyard Tensioner 32, a game-changing solution designed to eliminate the cumbersome coils of halyard lines typically found under the sprayhood or at the mast when a furling sail is hoisted.
Entropy Resins®, a leading manufacturer of high-performance composite resins, announces the launch of BIOinfusionTM, a new epoxy resin system specifically engineered for composite manufacturing.
Inland and Coastal Marina Systems is thrilled to announce it has been officially awarded with ISO 14001 certification, an internationally recognised standard for organisations that meet the strict requirements for their Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
MDL Marinas is delighted to announce that Desty Marine has become the latest high-profile business to join its Otium loyalty programme, taking the total number of partners in the scheme to an impressive 45.
Hamble Point Marina, one of MDL Marinas’ premier locations, is enhancing its facilities with the construction of state-of-the-art toilets and showers, set to open for the 2025 boating season. Part of a £500,000 development project, this upgrade is designed to provide berth holders and visitors with a modern, comfortable and customer-friendly experience.
Seldén Mast, a world leader in the design and manufacturing of yacht masts, rigging and related systems, is delighted to announce three pivotal appointments to its team. These new additions bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in sailing and marine industries, reinforcing Seldén’s commitment to innovation, service and global growth.
MDL Marinas, one of Europe’s largest marina groups, has joined forces with Pick a Pier to develop an innovative pilot programme designed to unite the marina industry, create new opportunities for stakeholders and enhance the customer experience through a seamless loyalty network for visitor berthing.
