Suntex and Windward Marina Group Merge Portfolios

Suntex Marina Investors LLC, through a joint venture with Centerbridge Partners, L.P., announced its merger with Windward Marina Group’s marina portfolio, a leading Florida-based marina network, further expanding the Suntex presence across one of the world’s most dynamic recreational boating markets.

The transaction adds 13 marinas and more than 3,000 slips, bringing the Suntex network of marinas to more than 100 nationwide, including 34 locations across Florida. The expanded footprint strengthens Suntex’s ability to deliver consistent, refined marina experiences while preserving the unique character of each destination, drawing on Windward’s local expertise.

In less than seven years, Windward grew from a single marina into a leading Florida platform encompassing more than a dozen premier properties. The company’s expansion was driven by a disciplined operating model and deep expertise in complex waterfront infrastructure, including seawalls, docks, dredging and long-term asset stewardship. By building deep local relationships and aligning with multi-generational, family-owned operators, Windward honored each marina’s legacy while enhancing operational excellence and driving sustainable growth and performance.

Florida continues to lead the nation in new resident growth and boating participation, reinforcing its position as a cornerstone of the U.S. recreational marine economy. This transaction reflects Suntex’s continued commitment to supporting the boating lifestyle through waterfront infrastructure and enhancing access to high-quality marinas in markets where boaters live, cruise, fish, dine, and explore.

The newly added marinas span Amelia Island, Jacksonville Beach, St. Augustine, Port Orange, Micco, Fort Pierce, Port Charlotte, Englewood, Panacea and Pensacola, offering diverse boating experiences across Florida’s Atlantic Coast, Gulf Coast and Panhandle. These destinations support a broad range of boating lifestyles from fishing and cruising to sailing, and waterfront dining while contributing to coastal communities statewide.

As part of the integration, Suntex brand standards will be thoughtfully introduced across the portfolio, including enhanced guest services and technology-enabled communication all designed to improve access, consistency and enjoyment on the water. The collaboration results in continuity for local teams while aligning the best operational practices across the combined platform.