PORT 32 Marinas, LLC (PORT 32), backed by Fireside Investments, and Acme Marinas, LLC (Acme), backed by Koch Real Estate Investments, recently announced a strategic merger of their marina portfolios, creating one of the largest and most strategically positioned marina platforms along the Atlantic and … Learn More
After several years of reconstruction following Hurricane Irma, Hawks Cay Marina in Duck Key, Florida, has completed a major transformation. Marina Director and Dockmaster Chris Groom recently spoke with Marina Dock Age about the project, new amenities, growing transient traffic and what’s next for the marina. … Learn More
MarineMax, Inc. has announced that it has completed the refinancing of its $1.49 billion aggregate senior secured credit facilities. The new credit facilities (the “Credit Facilities”) consist of the following: $950 million floor plan line of credit (the “Floor Plan”), replacing a … Learn More
Forked Creek Yacht Club in Anne Arundel County is the newest Maryland Clean Marina Partner. After attending a Clean Marina seminar last winter, club board members led the process by creating emergency response plans, installing a spill response kit, and educating members about … Learn More
Naples Bay Resort & Marina in Naples, Florida, has joined Pyramid Global Hospitality’s independent collection, Benchmark Resorts & Hotels. Pyramid will oversee the day-to-day operations of Naples Bay’s 85 guest rooms and suites, as well as its residential-style cottages; a 97-slip full-service … Learn More
Hilton has debuted Hilton Key West Resort & Marina on Stock Island as the newest addition to the Hilton Hotels & Resorts portfolio in the Florida Keys. Set on 20 waterfront acres, the resort features 175 guest rooms, including 86 suites, each with a … Learn More
Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP) accreditation of three marine service technology programs: Carteret Community College in Morehead City, North Carolina; Fort Myers Technical College in Fort Myers, Florida; and Suncoast Technical College in Sarasota, Florida. Launched in 2022, MTAP strengthens marine service … Learn More
Parks Tacoma is seeking a new operator for Point Defiance Public Marina in Tacoma, Washington. The Parks & Recreation Department has issued a request for proposals (RFP) inviting experienced marina management firms to submit bids by 10:00 a.m. PDT on July 14. … Learn More
Outdoor hospitality specialist Blue Water recently purchased Pier Point Marina in Dewey Beach, Delaware, and Captain Bob’s Marina in Chincoteague, Virginia. Blue Water plans marina upgrades and property enhancements at both sites while still upholding the traditions these properties have developed for more than 60 years. … Learn More
Freedom Boat Club announced the opening of its 450th global location, a significant milestone that reflects rapid, sustained growth and the increasing demand for flexible, accessible boating experiences. Freedom’s location footprint is now more than two and half times what it was … Learn More
