TYHA - Fore & Aft - September 2010

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INNOVATIVEdocking system

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TYHA NEWSREGULARS FROMTHE TYHA HQ…Chairman’s Report 04General Manager’s Report 06Marine Directory 07Letters to Editor 08News in Brief 10

UK NEWSFROM UP & DOWN THE COUNTRY…Southampton Boat Show 12Green & Blue – Case Study 14New Alderney Marina 16Intermediate Manager’s Course 18Rhu Marina 19Pillings Lock 20Chichester University 21First Assist 22Ratings Assessment 23New Diesel Legislation 24Waveney Marina Wins Award 25

INTERNATIONALGLOBAL NEWSPoralu’s News 26ICOMIA 27Walcon Floating Football Pitch 28Celebi Marina 30Turkey Superyacht Marinas 30Advanced Marina Manager’s Course 32

INNOVATIONSNEW PRODUCTSEB30 Docking System 34

TIM’S ARTICLESDown the Danube Part 3 36

TYHA NEWSEVENTS & DEVELOPMENTSummer Visit 2010 44New Members 46Gold Anchor Awards 46Which Marina? at the London Boat Show 48

September 2010 / Volume 28 / Issue 03

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23HEAD OFFICE:Marine House, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham Surrey TW20 [email protected]

www.yachtharbourassociation.com

MANAGEMENT TEAM:Chairman: Julian GoldieGeneral Manager: Gareth TurnbullAdministrator: Libby Gordon

ADVERTISING: Please contact Libby [email protected]: 01784 223817 F: 01784 475870

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Iwould like to say a few words on themagnificent Summer Visit to the NorfolkBroads, held in July, and organised byour Administrator, Libby Gordon.Since Libby arrived at our new TYHA office,she has worked tremendously hard to set upthe office and carry out the demanding work

of our busy association. After our first “Fore and Aft” inJune and Libby’s first Council Meeting, also in that samemonth, Libby was immersed in the detail our summervisit. Many of you, who have joined us in the past, knowhow much work goes into this event.

I would like to thank Libby for such attention todetail on an incredibly busy summer visit, you kept uscaptivated for the whole day, well done.

I would also like to thank Sarah Hanna for all herwork in helping us to organise this very successfulevent. I would also like to thank our host marinas; Alanand Sue Goodchild, Chris Bromley, James Knight, LeslieMogford, Antony Landamore, Les Funnell and AlanMorgan, our new President of the BMF, who kindlyjoined us.

Thank you for your support. I hope you enjoyreading Libby’s great article, on the Summer Visit in thenext issue of Fore and Aft.

I would like to highlight and thank the members forputting in so much time on our behalf. Over thesummer we have been looking at ways to improve theGold Anchor Award Scheme, promoting issues relating

to Inland Waterway Marinas, working closely with BMFCentral on this issue, Researching into the arrangementson which contractors come into our marinas, and ofcourse promoting the new, much larger Tullett PrebonLondon International Boat Show.

We move forward now to promote the TYHA WhichMarina Stand at the Tullett Prebon LondonInternational Boat Show. As you know this has becomea huge stand, which acts as a central feature to theMarina Industry. If you have not yet tried this stand topromote your marina, I would highly recommend it toyou. With a full panel [2mx1m], for only £ 2,000, thisrepresents an excellent investment in your marinamarketing. We have a brochure service available too.Please don’t hesitate to contact the TYHA office withyour booking. I would add, that this stand worksextremely well for overseas members, especially as welook after the staffing of the stand. Please remember tofeature your participation on the stand to all yourcustomers, and encourage them to come to the show !Thank you for your support.

Julian GoldieHonorary Chairman

Following my first quarter inthe Chair, I am so impressedwith the help and support thatwe have received from all ourcolleagues in Marine House.

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

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Dear reader…Since our last issue we have beenvery busy supporting our membersand developing our services. Pleasetake the time to consider some ofour upcoming events:

TYHA stand at the London BoatShow: We are now taking bookingsfor spaces at our ‘Which Marina?’stand at the 2011 Tullett PrebonLondon International Boat Show. TheNational Boat Show team haveshown real innovation andredesigned the show and this yearWhich Marina? is in a very strongposition which should promotesome excellent footfall forparticipating exhibitors. As part ofour proactive promotional campaignfor the Which Marina? stand we haveorganised a daily half hour slot at3pm in the ‘Knowledge box’. This isa presentation theatre where we willpromote TYHA members andproducts and encourage visitors toour stand. Details on how to exhibitare in this issue of Fore & Aft and onwww.tyha.co.uk.

Inland marina forum: We recentlyorganised an Inland Marina Forum toprovide an opportunity for managersand service providers to meet anddiscuss issues specific to them. Onthis occasion topics included, BritishWaterways statistics and policy, EUFuel Directive, Gold Anchor Awardscheme and rateable value ofmarinas. If you would like to attendfuture meetings the next one will be

held on the 2nd March 2011 andfurther details will be posted on ourwebsite closer to the time. This is avaluable and free service to ourmembers.

Marina Manager Training:There are some excellent trainingopportunities for marina managersavailable and the next AdvancedMarina Management School is inNovember 2010 in Dublin, Ireland.More details are available in theinternational section of this Fore & Aft and on www.tyha.co.uk.

I hope you enjoy your read and Ilook forward to seeing you soon.

P.S. - If you have any feedback onFore & Aft or interesting content forthe December publication, pleasesend it in to us. This is a greatopportunity as Fore & Aft isdistributed all around the world tomarinas, service providers andsignificant industry stakeholders.

Gareth TurnbullGeneral Manager

01784 223 816 / [email protected]

GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT


I am pleased to report that there have been manysignificant developments in the International Marinasector and with this we have had a huge amount ofinteresting articles and news for this issue of Fore & Aft.

www.berthsearch.com is a marketing tool provided byThe Yacht Harbour Association(TYHA) specifically marketed atboat owners. Berth Search lists allTYHA member marinas and anyvacant berths. It is updated on adaily basis and can be searchedaccording to location and goldanchor status.

You, as a marina and mooring operator and as a member of the Yacht HarbourAssociation and the British Marine Federation, can list your available berths on thewebsite free of charge. The new website has been designed by Ocean Road and TYHA isdelighted with the ongoing developments of the site. It certainly seems to be a hitbecause it is receiving on average 66 unique visitors each day browsing an average of 5marinas each time they visit.

If you would like to list your available berths please simply contact Libby Gordon with berth details on Tel: +44 (0) 1784 223817 or [email protected]

www.berthsearch.com

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Marine Consultancyand ManagementRGA (Waterfront) Ltd7 Dean Bank Lane, Edinburgh, EH3 5DS, UKT: +44 (0) 131 3431115 F: +44 (0) 131 3432273martin.latimer@rgaconsulting.co.ukwww.rgaconsulting.co.ukConsultants specializing in providing first classadvice on waterfront and marina developments forthe public and private sector. With its sistercompany RGA is also able to provide full feasibility,economic impact/tourism potential assessments.

Pontoon SystemsVersadock LtdAnchor HouseThe Shipyard, Bath RoadLymington Hampshire, SO41 3YL, UKT: +44 (0) 1590 671300 F: +44 (0) 870 132 [email protected] www.versadockint.comVersadock modular floating pontoons are a quickand easy solution for additional berths, temporaryberths, paint platforms, bridging, shallow and“dead” water moorings, work rafts. Tough,economical, versatile, reconfigurable, virtuallymaintenance free.

Marina SoftwareConsultantsClearWater Marina Management Systems42- 44 High Street Shepperton, Middlesex TW17 9AL, UKT: 01932 [email protected] Marina Management Systems is adivision of George James Software, a longestablished and highly respected softwaredevelopment company. Its marina managementsoftware, ClearWaterMMS, installed in manyprestigious marinas, is easy to use and rich infunctionality.

Marine InsurersColeman Marine8 Albany Park, Cabot LanePoole, Dorset BH17 7AZ, UKContact: Darren Bililngton T: 01202 647437 F: 01202 647422darren.billington@colemaninsurance.co.ukwww.colemaninsurance.co.ukThe Marine Industry generates its own unique rangeof insurance and risk management requirements.Using the strong links with our Commercial divisionand combining them with access to many of theworld’s leading marine insurance markets, we ensurethat our clients benefit from cost-effective andappropriate insurance solutions.

Marine FinancePremium Credit LtdPremium Credit House60 East Street, EpsomSurrey KT17 1HB, UKT: 0844 736 [email protected] www.premiumcredit.co.uk/sports_leisure_berthing_fees.htmlPremium Credit offers a finance facility that enablesberth holders to pay their berthing fees by regularDirect Debit instalments, while the marina receivesfull payment at the start of the year. The facility allowsmarinas to reduce the time spent on invoicing andcollecting berthing fees while improving cashflow.

DredgingJex Plant UK Ltd241 Wootton Road, Kings Lynn,Norfolk, PE30 3ANContact: Peter Jex [email protected] www.jexplantukltd.co.ukT: 01553 672310 or M: 07768 234336Why Dredge it? We will pump it!

Pontoon ElectricityMicrocustom International Ltd85 Cavendish StreetIpswich, Suffolk IP8 8AX, UKT: +44 (0) 1473 215777F: +44 (0) 1473 [email protected] and distributor of the Metermaidportable electricity meter. Waterproof, accurate,flexible and cost-effective.

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Chartered Surveyorsand Rating AdvisorsLambert Smith HamptonUnited Kingdom House180 Oxford StreetLondon W1D 1NN, UKContact: Charles PartridgeMBE, TD, BSc, FRICS, IRRV T: +44 (0)20 7198 2160F: +44 (0)20 7198 2001 M: 07831 [email protected] www.lsh.co.ukLambert Smith Hampton, Chartered Surveyors.Advisors to the marine industry on property matters including rating appeals, propertyvaluations, rent reviews, lease renewals andproperty insurance valuations.

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Lee SanitationWharf Road, Fenny ComptonWarks CV47 2FE, UKContact: Gary SutcliffeT: 01295 770000 F: 01295 [email protected] www.leesan.com & www.leestrom.euLeeSan is a world leading supplier of Marine Pump Out Equipment with over 50 years oftechnical know-how and practical experience in the market. They offer an extensive range of topquality pump out stations, equipment and systemsat extremely competitive prices to suit allapplications along with design, supply, installation,service and maintenance.

If you would like to advertise your companydetails on this page, pleasecontact Libby [email protected] a cost of £20 + VAT

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Dear Sir…I would be extremely interested to know why so manymotor boats are being built with a wheel on the wrong side(the starboard side).

Ships, large motor yachts and sailing yachts usually have acentre wheel which is fine. The traditional side for a wheelon small motor vessels has always been on the port side.When passing port to port this is the logical side particularlyin a narrow channel or river.

I have asked manufacturers who say it is customerdemand. I think if a customer is buying a boat he or sheshould be encouraged to uphold nautical tradition. In myopinion boats with the wheel on the starboard side look soout of place and after all we wouldn’t out of choice buy aleft hand drive car for use in the UK.

It will be interesting to hear your views.

Yours trulyNT Clark

Dear Sir…"What are peoples’ views on boaters insurance? Is 3 millionthe standard liability requested by your marina? Do yourequest sight of or an actual copy of said insurance? Do youtake owners word for it that they are insured especially withvisiting yachts?

As are there companies now offering insurance throughthe internet that are based abroad do we need to bemindful of boaters looking for cheaper insurance thatactually doesn't cover them within your marina?"

Yours faithfullyS Hanna

Dear Sir…Why are the International ConnectionStandards still not being followed?

Since 1975 there has been arecognised International Standard forpump out deck fittings and for pumpout hose probes. The standard ensuresthat when any boat requires its grey andblack water holding tank pumped outthe probe on the end of the pump outunit’s hose will fit the boat’s deck fittingperfectly. This provides a vacuum tightconnection to enable fast, clean, handsfree (and trouble free) pump out.

So why, over thirty years later, arenumerous boats still being built andsold with non standard fittings, whichwill cause no end of problems whenattempting to empty their waste tanks,being sold to unsuspecting customers?

Yours faithfullyIan Marriott

Dear Sir…"Are liveaboards a hindrance or a helpin modern day marinas? Is it best tohave a full liveaboard policy, acceptthem but with guidelines, pretend theydon't exist or don't allow them at all?

What suggestions could be given onthis open issue?"

Yours faithfullyAn other

LETTERSTO THE EDITOR

If you have a response or feedback on any of the above letters, please write to the Fore & Aft editor on: [email protected]

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Walcon completes Wind FarmDocking FacilityWork on the new Outer Harbour has beencompleted at Buxton’s Bight at Wells-next-the-Seain Norfolk. The project – undertaken by WalconMarine – consists of a jetty and 150m of pontoonsand is intended to enable Wells to take fulladvantage of the opportunities coming from theexpected boom in offshore wind energygeneration. As such it will make a significantcontribution to the local economy.

MDL Marinas Welcomes New CEOMDL Marinas, Europe’s largest marina owner andoperator, will be welcoming Ancrew Cornish as itsnew Chief Executive. The appointment followsTony Keeler’s retirement in July after nine years ofsuccessful leadership at the helm of the company.Andrew joins MDL Marinas from ManchesterAirport Group, where he has held the post ofManaging Director.

Wallingford Short-Stay MooringsNew short-stay boat moorings on the River Thameshave opened at Wallingford in South Oxfordshire.They are the first new short-stay moorings to openon this part of the river since the ThamesWaterways Plan was launched in 2006.

Round the Island Race taken from onboard the Saetta

Tall Ships Races 2010350,000 visitors flocked to view the Tall Ships 2010spectacle in Hartlepool on Sunday 8th August. 59vessels were in port and as well as the Tall Ships. There was a busy programme of live musicthroughout the four day spectacular with a firework display rounding up each evening.

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Cheers for the Round the Island RaceBritain’s favourite yacht race, the J.P. Morgan Asset ManagementRound the Island Race, took place on Saturday 19th June. Thiswas the 79th edition of this great event, the fourth largestparticipation sporting event in the UK. 10 hours after the first gunwas fired, the finishing yachts were streaming into Cowes with halfof the 1754 entries having competed the race.


Canal Boat used inNottinghamNewsagent RaidIn a bizarre twist, burglars used astolen canal boat to break into anewsagent in Nottingham. Theygot away with cigarettes andsome cash. The boat was laterfound drifting on the canal.

Useful LightingDuring our recent TYHA Summervisit to Eastwood Marina, severalmembers expressed an interestin the lighting used to illuminatethe safety ladders. These are by acompany called LuxformLighting.

Camper & Nicholsonsto Design SanyaMarina in ChinaCamper and Nicholsons hasbeen contracted with the designand commissioning of the new

marina in Sanya, southern China.Sanya Serenity marina will be theonly Chinese stopover in theVolvo Ocean Race set to takeplace in 2011/12.

Clarke & Carter andGillingham Marina’sMedway Boat &Chandlery FairThe sun shone on the Clarke &Carter Interyacht Ltd andGillingham Marina’s first everMedway Boat & Chandlery fairwhich was kindly supported byBritish Marine Federation’s Kentand Sussex. The Fair’s successwas shown by more than 700visitors attending the two dayevent.

Leeds & Liverpool -Water ShortagesAfter the extreme droughtconditions in North West

England over past weeks, the2,000 boats and eight leisuremarine trade businesses on a 60-mile stretch of the Leeds &Liverpool Canal will find itclosed from August 2.

The closure will affectnavigation from Lock 85 (Wigan)to Lock 30 (Gargrave) fromMonday August 2, 2010, untilfurther notice.

Some 2,000 boats are basedon the Leeds & Liverpool Canal(on both BW and privatemoorings) and 15 tradebusinesses, including marinas,hire boat operators, trip boatsand a hotel boat. Eightbusinesses are based on theaffected stretch.

BW is making every effort tokeep trade and user groupsinformed of the latestinformation.

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The Show, which runs from10 – 19 September, hasarranged access to theship for two afternoons,

giving visitors an opportunity toclimb aboard and explore the Type45 Destroyer. Commissioned inJune 2010, HMS DAUNTLESS is themost advanced warship in theworld. Built to provide air defenceto an aircraft carrier and capable ofdefending ships in her fleet fromthe most sophisticated anti-shipmissiles and aircraft,

HMS DAUNTLESS is one of theworld’s greatest engineering feats.

Andrew Williams, managingdirector of National Boat Showssaid: “We’re absolutely thrilled towelcome HMS DAUNTLESS to thePSP Southampton Boat Show. The fact that Show visitors will beamong the first to set foot on thenew ship is a very excitingprospect and a real coup for theShow; we’re looking forward to thebuzz that her arrival will bring toMayflower Park.”

Visitors to HMS DAUNTLESS willlearn about her state of the artpower and propulsion and worldclass weapon systems, experiencethe feelings of a sailor in full bodyarmour and view the 40 knotPacific 24 Rigid Inflatable Boatsused by sailors and marines duringanti-piracy boarding operations.Once aboard visitors can also trialthe Navy’s fire fighting equipmentand venture inside the OperationsRoom from where the Captain andhis team fight the ship.

Captain Richard Powell said:“During her three days inMayflower Park I hope to welcomemany visitors aboard HMSDAUNTLESS. This is an excellentopportunity for members of thepublic to experience theconditions, facilities andequipment onboard the RoyalNavy’s finest and newest war ship.”

One of the greatest assets of theType 45 is their versatility and HMSDAUNTLESS has many other rolesranging from anti-piracy operationsto Naval Gunnery Support,conducting anti-submarine warfareto acting as a base platform for adeployable headquarters. Sincecommission, HMS DAUNTLESS hasundergone a series of trials andtraining in preparation forbecoming the first Royal Navy shipto fire the new Sea Viper missile,planned for autumn 2010.

HMS DAUNTLESS is open to Showvisitors at the following times:Sunday 12 September 13:30 – 17:00Monday 13 September 13:30 – 17:00The Ship will depart the Show at 15:00 onTuesday 14 September.


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THE PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW WILL HOSTTHE ROYAL NAVY’S LATEST WARSHIP, HMSDAUNTLESS FOR A THREE DAY VISIT FROMSUNDAY 12TH – TUESDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER

PSP SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW 2010


SEE US ATThe Southampton

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Setting up a recycling scheme in your marina can drastically reduceyour waste disposal costs, reduce your impact on the environmentand improve your green credentials with berth holders. Since 2007,Landfill Tax has risen by £8 per tonne per year, and in 2010 reached£48 per tonne, twice the 2007 rate. This increase is set to continue

until at least 2014, when the rate will reach £96 per tonne. Many marinas haveexperienced an increased demand from boaters for better recycling facilities.Most of us are used to recycling at home and now expect do to so in themarina. Setting up a recycling scheme needn’t be difficult.

CASE STUDY

Save Money and Improve CustomerService by Recycling More…


Here are some top tips from The Green Blue

1] Compare the wastecontractors in your area forprices, service and the typesof waste that can berecycled.

2] Negotiate - Don’t be afraid toask for a better price.

3] Identify waste streams andthe types of recyclingcontainers to use.

4] Place recycling bins next tothe landfill bins.

5] Design good signage. AskThe Green Blue for a factsheet and fundingopportunities.

6] Inform staff and berthholders what to recycle.

7] Monitor - Get feedback fromthe waste contractors aboutcontamination or take a peekin the bins.

8] Review - You may need torevise the location/numberof bins or signage.

9] Feedback results tocustomers and staff toencourage support.

Case Study Fambridge Yacht Haven Ltd, River Crouch in Essex. 230 berths,120 swinging moorings. 5 waste disposal areas.

Prior to Recycling• Most waste sent to landfill. • 6 x 1100 litre wheelie bins and 5

x 12m3 skips of mixed wastewere emptied twice per week.

• Annual cost £12k per year.

Reasons to Recycle• The increasing cost of

landfill tax.• Wasted space in the bins.• Desire to be more

environmentally friendly.

How did they do it?The existing waste contractor,Green Recycling, were very positiveand supported all of the changes. • Recycling bins installed for

glass, paper/card, plastics, scrapmetal, timber, waste oil, oily ragsand batteries.

• Clear signage was installed oneach container. Some funding forsignage was received from TheGreen Blue

• Two second hand compactorspurchased from ebay costing£6,000. One for cardboard, tins

and all plastics, the other generalwaste.

• General waste bales are taken toa recycling depot, waste isfurther separated and recycled,composted or chipped for fuel.

• Cardboard and glass collectedfor free.

• An income is received fromscrap metal and batteries and isoffset against the cost of wastedisposal.

Outcomes• Zero waste sent to land fill. No

landfill tax is payable.• Estimated saving of £8k per

annum. • Positive response form berth

holders and visitors.• The initial investments costs

should pay for themselves within4 to 5 years.

• Marina staff can avoidoverflowing bins at busy times aswaste is forklifted into thecompactors.

Danyal said “Our customerslove the opportunity to be greenand are using all the binscorrectly thanks to the signage,and we’re looking to savearound £8K per annum – notbad for a small sized marina”

More information visit - www.thegreenblue.org.uk or email [email protected]

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The States ofAlderney haslaunched itssearch for apartner to

design, build, finance andoperate a new marina atBraye Harbour, Alderney, inthe Channel Islands.

Expressions of interestare currently being soughtfrom marina operators capable of delivering the circa 300 berth marina.

The Outer Harbour at Alderney provides aunique opportunity for a new marina in one ofEurope’s finest and least developed yachtingpositions. The provision of a marina is a key partof the island’s plans to attract inward investmentand will significantly boost the island’s economicobjectives. This is an exciting project which hasalready attracted a good deal of interest bothlocally and with developers. It is likely that theselected developer will be offered a long termlease on the marina and, subject to planning,construction is anticipated to start spring 2011.

The VisionOur vision is to create a firstclass venue for both yachts andmotor cruisers. Alderney is thethird largest of the ChannelIslands and is the first of thoseislands encountered whentravelling from the southernparts of UK in a southerlydirection. Alderney is a low tax,VAT free jurisdiction.

The current plan for the site envisages BrayeHarbour being developed for marine or associateduses, creating a space that is both a draw fortourists and a convenient location for those whowould like to berth their boats for longer periods.The States of Alderney is keen to ensure that thedevelopment is consistent with the mature natureof the Island’s facilities and complementary to therenowned island way of life. Accordingly creativeand imaginative proposals that have a soundcommercial grounding and sympathetic to theenvironment would be welcomed.

The States of Alderney seeks a developer for anew circa 300 berth Marina in Braye Harbour

STATES OF ALDERNEYFor more information or a copy ofthe Expression of Interest noticeplease contact: Roy Burke, Chief Executive, States of Alderney, email: [email protected]

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…and we’ll clear it with the latestaddition to our fleet, our trailersuction hopper dredger, Cazanga.This vessel carries out capital andmaintenance dredging works and isable to dump, pump and rainbowdredged materials ashore.

Call MAPS today to make sure youget your way efficiently andeconomically cleared.

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15 – 18 February 2011 – Windsor, UKHelping the Best Become Better

IntermediateMarina Managers

Course

This four-day course is designed to provide marina personnel in aleadership position with fast-track training in the critical issues inmarinas. It is aimed at managers, supervisors and foremen whohave had at least one full year of experience working at this level.

Leading speakers will present a wide variety of topicsincluding:• Leadership Development• Health and Safety• Budgeting and Accounting• Environmental Management• Maritime Law• Customer Service

Each day is packed with a range of learning opportunities,including formal classes and lectures, informal discussions, fieldtrip to nearby marinas, group projects, marina/boatyard industrynetworking and evening classes and discussions.

The Course will be held in the UK from Tuesday 15 to Friday 18February 2011, Windsor, UK. The Course is residential; there isno non-residential option.

The cost of the Course is £1,550 plus VAT (£1,821.25) formembers of the BMF or TYHA and £1,950 plus VAT (£2,291.25)for non-members. This fee includes the course fee,accommodation, all meals, course notes and field trip costs.

Places will be strictly limited, so early registration is advised. To ensure a wide mix of delegates, no more than two people fromthe same marina organisation can attend the course. The coursewill be taught in English.

The British Marine Federation (BMF), in conjunction with the Yacht Harbour Association(TYHA) presents the internationally renowned Intermediate Marina Management Course

To book your place, please contact LivWhetmore, British Marine Federation.Tel: +44 (0) 1784 223631.

Fax: +44 (0) 1784 475852.

Email: [email protected]

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Alasdair Rankin, Head of Marine BusinessDevelopment at The Crown Estate said:

“We are confident that this significantinvestment in Rhu Marina will benefit themarina in years to come. The works will put usin a position to add a significant number ofberths, carry out the refurbishment andreplacement of existing berths. We are also keento look further into improving the onshoremarina facilities to provide a first class marinafacility that caters for the future needs of ourcustomers. Architects have now been appointedto take forward the master planning and designof the shore-side improvements.”

UK NEWS

The Crown Estate is pleased to announce that it ismaking a significant financial investment of £1.4million in Rhu marina on the Firth of Clyde,Scotland. By early 2011 the sailing community willbenefit from a safer and all year around marina in

one of the finest sailing areas in the world.The existing floating breakwaters system will be replaced,

providing greater all round shelter to the marina. Theimprovements will also include 58 new berths, increasing thetotal number of berths to 240. Simon Haigh, ManagingDirector of Quay Marinas Limited, who lease and operateRhu Marina, said: “This is very good news for all concerned.Rhu customers will benefit enormously from the newbreakwater arrangements, and we shall be offering excellentvalue berthing packages going forward into 2011. ”

£1.4 million investment sees better facilities for the Clyde

Rhu Marina

The Crown Estate purchased Rhu, one of Scotland’sbest known marinas in April 2008 for £4 million. Itcurrently provides 182 berths and related facilitieson a 2.6 ha (6.5 acre) site on the Firth of Clyde.The site includes moorings, boat storage areas,

marine workshops and a chandlery, as well as theRNLI station with slipway and HM Coastguard. Themarina has been leased to Quay Marinas since2008, who also lease Deganwy marina in northWales from The Crown Estate.


After months ofmechanicalupgrades, theBaldwin Trust’s 71ftNarrowboat

“Dandelion” took up her new baseat Pilling’s Lock Marina. The movefrom her on-line BW mooring inLoughborough was spurned byseveral occasions where thefts offuel occurring in 2009 and theTrust – who already operate on atight budget with many volunteers– decided enough was enough,they needed a secure base!

The trust was originally formedto help the patients of the BaldwinWard at Leicester Frith Hospital bythe provision of a narrow boat forday outings or longer holidays.This aim is now extended toinclude elderly, infirm and otherneedy groups of people, some incare homes to whom a day spentin the tranquil canal side

environment are especiallybeneficial. They are also pleasedto arrange trips for small or familygroups with a deserving familymember. The Trust has twooperational narrow boats; “St Clare” (based at RaynswayMarina) and “Dandelion”.

“Dandelion” was recentlytaken to the Erewash for a newengine installation and arrived atPilling’s Lock in early April 2010.The new base also allows cruisesto be more flexible as the boat cannow be turned around in themarina.

Pilling’s Lock Marina havesponsored the charity byconstructing a specially designedwheelchair access berth with fullsafety rails. This gives a safe asecure loading area for“Dandelion’s” hydraulic foredeckwhich enables her to takepassengers with almost any

disability. The Marina alsosubsidises the berthing fees for“Dandelion” to help the charityfinancially.

We’re very pleased to have theBaldwin Trust based here asthey’re a fantastic charity who giveall their clients a wonderfulexperience of the local waterways.When we heard about their recentissues we have been only toohappy to help. Steelwork for thenew mooring was provided byNigel Hodgson at BritanniaServices and some very finewoodwork has been done by ourvery own Steven Hinkley tocomplete this new custom mademooring pontoon. It’s nice that wehave the spare facilities to helpBaldwin Trust – and stop the peskyDiesel Thief in Loughborough!

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THE UNIVERSITY OFCHICHESTER IS UNDERTAKINGAN ANGLO/FRENCH RESEARCHPROJECT LOOKING AT THEMARINE INDUSTRY.

The research is run through the cross bordercollaborative EU INTERREG CAMISprogramme and covers the period 2009 -2013. It brings together 19 French and Britishpartners and covers topics such as transport,innovation and business clusters.

The Marine Cluster strand of the CAMISproject aims to locate and map clusteractivities in four marine industry themes: Off-shore renewable energy, marina tourism,marine environment, and marine operations.

Dawn Robins, from the University ofChichester who is leading the research project,said: “The aim is to identify successful clusteractivities and promote further economic

growth in the marine industry. By working withmarine companies to first identify, and thenfacilitate, the development of best workingpractice and knowledge transfer, the marinesector will achieve increased productivity forthe benefit of the individual company and localeconomy in each region.”

Clustering has long been thought of as asuccessful method of increasing economicgrowth as it allows firms to have better accessto resources such as technology, information,inputs, customers, and supply chains. It also

improves efficiency through collaboration onknowledge and sharing of resources. Marinasare ideally positioned to facilitate clusteractivities and improve the local economy dueto the varied and consistent customer baseand specific locational draw.

Dawn added: “Through working withestablished clusters we hope to understandthe reasons why some clusters are effectiveand others are not, what it is that makes acluster successful, and how we can facilitate inhelping clusters to re-energise and develop.”

In order to achieve this research,the University needs YOUR help! If you own or manage a Marina and would bewilling to be interviewed either face-to-face or by phone/email then please contact DawnRobins at the University of Chichester [email protected] or 01243 793407 forfurther information.

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Consultancy Services:FirstAssist can also provide face toface assistance on personnel, employment or health and safetyissues. FirstAssist's national networkof specialist consultants is availableto help you save a great deal of time,worry and consequently money. Theconsultants possess a clearunderstanding of the need to deliverservices, recognise the realities ofcommercial business and have an in-depth knowledge of the legal

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Members can also access thequarterly magazine ‘ Employers’Monitor’, providing the latest newson employment and health andsafety developments affecting therunning of your business.

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We realise that TYHA members, whilst trying to run their businesses, have to comply with an ever-growing list of laws andregulations; from how to deal with your relationships with your employees to the way that you treat your customers.So, in addition to the 24/7 legal advice line available to advise you on employment, health and safety, tax and VAT as well ascommercial and personal law, the British Marine Federation have arranged for our members to have access to a web basedmanual containing information, checklists, guidance notes, flow charts and workbooks on four fundamental business areas.

Enhanced Legal Advice for BMF & TYHAMembers now Available Online from FirstAssist…


The reason is simple:rates are a tax on the useand occupation ofproperty based upon its

rental value. The assessment ofmost shops, offices, warehousesand small properties is simplebecause there is normally ampledirect or indirect evidence ofrental value.

Unfortunately marinas do notnormally let in the open market.There are leases of marina sites,parts of marinas, often of theforeshore or of a ransom stripproviding access to a river orcanal, as well as inter family orinter company rents, but not ofarms length transactions of awhole marina. Extensive researchby the Valuation Office Agencyusing the resources of HMRC as

well as by my professionalcolleagues and myself has to datefailed to produce sufficient usefuldirect market rental evidence ofmarinas.

Marinas are not unique. Thereare many other classes of propertywhere there is very little rentalevidence including oil refineries,atomic power stations, publicschools, petrol filling stations, andbingo halls. There have beenmany disputes before courts andtribunals over the correct methodof arriving at rental value for aproperty for which there is nodirect rental evidence. The courtshave supported what is todayknown as the receipts andexpenditure method of valuation(R&E) to assess the rental value ofan income producing property.

The R&E approach looks at theincome which a marina isachieving, from sources such asmoorings, storage ashore,chandlery, boat repairs, brokerageand fuel sales to determine therent which the marina cansupport.

The assessment of a marina iscomplicated by the fact thatdomestic property is subject tocouncil tax and exempt fromassessment to non-domestic rates.Whilst a boat is not normallyassessable to either rating orcouncil tax, the mooring to whichit is attached is liable to one orother of these taxes. The definitionof a domestic mooring is oneoccupied by a boat which is thesole or main residence of anindividual.

Just to complicate matters,unlike many shops, factories andwarehouses, no two marinas arethe same. Furthermore swingingmoorings are exempt from rating.

The assessment of a marina forrating purposes is a complicatedbusiness and any marina operatorconcerned about his assessment isadvised to speak to a CharteredSurveyor with experience ofdealing with rating and counciltax valuations.

Why is the rating valuationof a marina so complicated?

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I have been asked why ratingvaluation a marina is so complicated

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Legislation (EU Directive2009/30/EC) will beintroduced on the 1stJanuary 2011 which

requires that all gas oil (red diesel)used for inland recreational craftshould contain no more that 10milligrams of sulphur per kilogramof fuel (virtually sulphur free). Atpresent UK fuel supply includes two'diesel' grades, road diesel and gasoil which is supplied for off-roadequipment, coastal shipping,commercial heating applicationsand stationary equipment. Gas oilcurrently contains up to 1000milligrams of sulphur per kilogram,but road diesel is already sulphurfree. The oil industry has indicatedthat they expect to meet the sulphurfree gas oil requirement largely bysupplying road diesel for use in off-road equipment and adding a redexcise marker dye for use such asinland recreation vessels. The implications of this to marinasand boaters is that because roaddiesel contains some biodiesel (upto 7%), much off-road equipment

gas oil is also likely to containbiodiesel by 1st January 2011.Sulphur free gas oil will requireimproved fuel storage“housekeeping” arrangements. Ifyou have tanks storing gas oil youwill need to ensure that these arefree of water and monitor themmonthly to ensure that they remainso. It is recommended that youturnover the contents of the tankevery 6 months, but in any event, noless often than every 12 months. If abacterial outbreak occurs in yourfuel you will need to empty andclean your tanks, or seek specialisthelp to tackle the outbreak withbiocide additives and filtering.Where fuel tank location orgeometry prevents their cleaning,bacterial growth will eventually beflushed through, but this is likely torequire repeated changes of fuelfilters to prevent blockages.Users should also replace fuel filterson storage tanks and vessels as aone-off exercise, after 2 to 3 fueltank throughputs, to preventdeposits picked up by the new fuel

blocking filters. Users of olderengines and storage tanks with sightgauges should check for any signsof fuel leakage. If leakage doesoccur the equipment will need aone-off replacement of any leakingfuel seals or fuel pipes.

Q : Why are gas oil qualityrequirements changing?

A : Sulphur free gas oil is neededto ensure reliable operation of new,cleaner off-road equipment enginesbeing introduced from 2011 insupport of EU air quality objectives.

Q : How do I know if I ambuying heating gas oil orsulphur free gas oil for off-road equipment?

A : Sulphur free gas oil for off-roadequipment is not visuallydistinguishable from heating gas oil.Make sure your fuel supplier knowswhat use you need the fuel for. Theywill be able to tell you whatstandard the fuel they supply youwith meets.

For more information on thislegislation or any other relevantissues please contact:Gareth Turnbull, TYHA General Managerdirectly on 01784 223 816.

NEW DIESEL LEGISLATIONFuel Quality Directive…


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The family owners of Waveney RiverCentre in South Norfolk have scoopedanother environmental plaudit, winningPractical Boat Owner magazine’s Green

Award for Marine Service & Support.Waveney River Centre, a holiday park and

marina on the Norfolk Broads, promotessustainability through energy efficiency, recycling,water conservation and customer education. TheCentre has numerous environmental policyinitiatives and, as a business, saves moneythrough energy efficiency and cutting waste.

Sited on the banks of the river Waveney, thefamily's holiday park and marina provides apicturesque holiday and boating location forthousands of visitors each year to the Broads,Britain’s Magical Waterland. Visitors by boat orland can enjoy the new eco-friendly heatedwashrooms which feature heat recovery units, fasthand dryers, low-energy sensor-activated lightingand water-saving measures.

The Funnell class of low-wash holiday cruisers -designed to reduce the impact of boating on theriverbanks - have been developed and built atWaveney River Centre; examples can be hired fromthe organisation’s sister company, Horning FerryMarina, and will be exhibited at the London BoatShow in January.

Last year, Waveney River Centre was awardedDavid Bellamy’s coveted Gold ConservationAward in addition to 4 Gold Anchors by the YachtHarbour Association. Since taking over WaveneyRiver Centre six years ago with Ruth's parentsLen and Hazel Funnell, Ruth and James haveembarked on a series of initiatives designed toencourage flora and fauna, and reduce theirbusiness's carbon footprint.Among the many environmentally-friendlyprojects has been the creation of wildlifehabitats for animals and birds, including, lastyear, a dedicated conservation zone beside amarsh soke dyke.

They have also introduced recycling facilitieswhich visitors are encouraged to use, andconstructed mooring board walks from recycledplastics and wood shavings.

Communications with customers andsuppliers are electronic whenever possible, tocut down on paper and toner use.

The centre's shop provides a valued servicefor local people - and stocks a wide range oflocal produce and gifts including "Eddie's BestBitter", named after the centre's steel pike statuewhich has a blog at www.afishcallededdie.com.

www.waveneyrivercentre.co.uk


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In summer 2009, Poralu Marineinaugurated its first marina inTurkey, at Didim in theprovince of Izmir and for 2010

has just signed a second marinaproject.

Under the terms of the ITT,initiated by the client, EnelkaTaahhüt Imalat ve Tic. Ltd, themarina system engineer won thecontract for the construction of amarina to the West of Istanbul onthe sea of Marmara. At theconnection of Europe and Asia andbordered to the north and south by

Turkey, the Sea of Marmara links theBlack Sea and the Aegean Sea.

Istanbul E-Marina is part of anoverall development for aresidential area located close to thebanks of the Sea of Marmara. Thisport infrastructure will eventuallyhave 765 moorings intended forresident yachtsmen. In mid-May,Poralu Marine started its programwith the delivery and installation ofphase 1, which covers 609moorings. The remaining 156moorings will be delivered during asecond phase.

The organisation of the installationhas been entrusted to PoraluMarine's agent in Turkey. The first609 moorings are intended toaccommodate boats between 10and 25m in length, but 10 berthsare designed specifically for super-yachts from 35 m to 50 m in length.The system accounts for a run of1,584 metres of pontoons, varyingin width from 2.25 to 3m andincorporates 11 bridges.

The first boats should bemoored at the Istanbul E-Marinafrom the start of the 2011 season.

New order for TurkeyPoralu Marine is building a new marina in Istanbul

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ICOMIA is a non-profit internationaltrade association that brings togethernational recreational marine industryassociations and represents them atan international level. Since itsformation in 1967, ICOMIA has beenthe focal point of the worldwiderecreational marine industry andcontinues to present a strong andunited voice when dealing withissues challenging the industry.

With the support of 30 nationalmarine industry associationsrepresenting the vast majority of theindustrialised countries from NorthAmerica across to Japan and from Finland down to NewZealand, the International Council of Marine IndustryAssociations ICOMIA has addressed challenges facing theglobal marine industry since 1967.

The leading light of the non-profit organisation isSecretary General Tony Rice who joined ICOMIA eightyears ago.

“Coming into this job wasn’t a learning curve, it wasvertical” says Tony. “What struck me back then, and thisremains true, is that we are truly blessed in this industrywith having so many nice people to work with. Peoplehave a genuine interest in others.”

But not all has been smooth sailing. Leading ICOMIAthrough the recession proved to be a challenge as allsectors of the marine industry were affected. With fallingrevenues challenging its members, ICOMIA managed tofind a beneficial solution for all parties involved byoffering its members a special economic conditionsdiscount for their subscriptions for the past two years.

Many other serious issues, including reducingnumbers of boaters, environmental legislations anddeveloping new markets, continue to challenge themarine industry.

“This is why ICOMIA is absolutely crucial for thefuture of our industry, explains Tony.

“We need an organisation to address all the issues thatin any way deny or restrict the free flow of our industry’sproducts into world markets. This is not just confronting

hostile regulation but also developingstandards that have universalrecognition and acceptability.”

Numerous beneficial improvementswithin the marine industry are results ofICOMIA’s hard work and dedication.ICOMIA championed the developmentof the EU’s RCD (Recreational CraftDirective) in the 1990s, which wasfundamental to opening the EU marketand other markets agreeable to acceptEU certified boats. Linked to RCD is thedevelopment of over 60 ISO Standardsfor small craft. ICOMIA funds ISO TC 188secretariat, which manages these

standards. In partnership with Amsterdam RAI, the annualmarine equipment trade show METS has become theglobal market place for equipment manufacturers.

Above all, ICOMIA continues to provide a strong andunited voice influencing environmental legislation in keymarkets that may adversely affect the industry.

But despite its many achievements, Tony prefers tolook forward instead of back:

“My goal as Secretary General is to ensure thatICOMIA remains relevant to its members and the widerindustry, to continue growing the association and theglobal market. Key to this is often facilities for people tokeep or launch their boats. Our Marinas Committee andits regular World Marinas Conference do very importantwork in this area. Hopefully we will witness therecreational marine industry restored to a sustainable andstrong position soon. I have always believed in thestrength in numbers. If we work side by side, together wecan overcome any obstacle challenging our industry.”

Maria Anckarsvärd Communications Managerwww.icomia.org

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WALCON BUILDS FLOATING SOCCERPITCH FOR THE WORLD CUP…

Walcon Marine’sexperience inbuilding floatingstructures of all types

has gone one stage further withthe creation of a floating footballpitch in Australia for the SydneyInternational FIFA Fan Fest.Darling Harbour, the heart ofSydney, was transformed for acontinuous celebration of theWorld Cup complete with music,dancing and giant screens for livecoverage.

The event was commissionedby Sydney City Council andsponsored by Hyundai. Adam Huieof Banks Events was responsiblefor the logistics and it was hisorganisation that tasked Walconwith the design and creation of thefoundations for a floating

five a side football pitch, a cardisplay platform for Hyundai andaccess across the harbour to thegiant floating stages. Walcon’sSystem 2000 pontoon design wasselected for its durability andconstruction flexibility. Thestandard hardwood decking wascovered with a uniquely designedpine flooring covered in asynthetic grass surface.

Australia’s first floating footballpitch is hosting street soccercompetitions between local teamsfrom the emergency services andother local groups as part of theprogram of celebrations for theWorld Cup. To find out more, go towww.sydneyfifafanfest.com.au/.Once the World Cup is finished thefloating football field will bedismantled and then reassembled

to form the walkways of Australia’sbiggest Boat Show, being held from29 July to 2 August. Programmesare tight, but all involved areconfident in transforming DarlingHarbour from football mania toboating heaven in as little as twoweeks.

If you want to create a worldon water, then there’s no bettercombination than Walcon’sversatile System 2000 and itsdedicated team with its unrivalledexperience in building highquality floating platforms for awide range of applications.

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Whilst on a Yard tour in the FreeTrade Zone in Antalya in June 2010,Sarah Dhanda and 12 BMF membercompanies were very fortunate tovisit Celebi Marina, which is locatedconveniently within the commercialport of Antalya and is on thedoorstep of the Free trade zone andhalf a dozen or more Boat builders. The Marina has a capacity of 535boats with wet slip berthing for 235and dry storage for 300 boats rangingfrom traditional Turkish gullets to

Super yachts built by Turkishcompanies in the trade zone.The marina possesses Turkey’shighest dry dock capacity and withits 200 ton travel lift offers full-rangemaintenance and overhaul facilities.The BMF group were hosted byFusun Aldirmazoglu the OperationsManager at the Marina and her staffand learnt the essential role theMarina plays in the area for thegrowing number of Super yacht andboat builders.


Celebi Marina – Antalya

BMF members on Turkey yard tour

In the past weektwo new marinas,both withsuperyachtberths, have beenofficially openedin Turkey.

The biggest, at Cesme, is a €13minvestment which is able toaccommodate yachts up to 60m.

The Cesme marina is a jointproject between Camper &Nicholson Marinas and Turkish

business group IC Ibrahim CecenHoldings.

Architecture is by Atelier XavierBohl the designer of Port Grimaud inSt. Tropez.

The second new Turkish marina islocated at Yalova on the eastern sideof the Sea of Marmara, close toIstanbul. This new facility offersberths up to 32m and is the latestaddition to the portfolio of SeturMarinas, Turkey's largest marinaoperator.

Two NEW marinas boost Turkey'ssuperyacht facilities

Yalova marina - Turkey


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After an approachfrom the IrishMarine Federationand TYHA membersin Ireland, the next

Advanced Marina ManagementSchool will be run in Dublin from7-12th November 2010.

The course is an intensive sixday residential course, restricted toeighteen delegates with at leastthree years marina managementexperience.

The Advanced Marina ManagersSchool is one of the prerequisitesto achieving the Certified MarinaManagers (CMM) status and also agreat opportunity to network andmake industry links. The schoolcovers topics including: CapitalBudgeting and Strategic Planning,Environmental Management,Marketing and delegates mustcomplete a project based onredeveloping a Marina visited aspart of the field trip.

BMF staff Sarah Dhanda and DeeWilliams visited the area in July aspart of planning the event and tookthe opportunity to visit TYHAmembers Dun Laoghaire Marinaand Malahide Marina (pictured)who will be helping to deliver theschool.

Advanced Marina Managers SchoolDublin 2010

For further information or to reserve your place on the course email Dee Williams on [email protected]

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The EB30 Docking System

KIP MARINA have recently installed fourteen EB30 Docking Systems into it’s marina

The EB30 Docking System is about 80% smaller than traditional fingers, has a unique rotating system which guides a boatinto the berth and because of the integrated solar lighting, is easy to locate at night increasing safety and looks stunning.

‘This system has allowed us to increase our capacity without adding more pontoons’ statesDuncan Chalmers Marina General Manager. “The EB30 system, which is set at 30 degrees tothe pontoon, has helped to create a specific area within the marina for the docking of smallerboats i.e. 5-6m thereby ensuring that the higher revenue longer berths are free for maximumcapacity and more importantly revenue.”

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Many of us arrived on the evening before, at thevery comfortable Ivy House Country Hotel orthe Victoria Hotel, and were driven to dinner at3rd Crossing restaurant in Lowestoft Marina.

We were met by a glass of Pimms which was an extremelycivilized way to start the evening, followed by a sumptuousdinner with complementary wine, courtesy of JeffJefferson, the owner.

The following morning we met for coffee at the IvyHouse Country Hotel and departed by coach. Commentaryonboard was given by Les Mogford who gave us aninteresting tour guide of this beautiful part of Norfolk.

Our first stop was at Goodchild’s Marina where we weregiven a warm welcome by Sue Goodchild. Her husband,Alan, gave us a detailed tour of their commercial boatbuilding operation, showing both their refit work and newbuild of Orc 171.P Fast Pilot Craft.

We then headed for St Olaves and braved the bracingwind to speak with Chris Bromley who gave us a detailedhistory of this marina that had undergone considerablerecent expansion. St Olaves also offers full boatyardfacilities and services.

As we started our journey to Waveney River Centre,James Knight gave us detailed background on this veryvaried site which had just about everything. The centreoffers a range of luxurious holiday homes, camping, cruiserhire. James’ enthusiasm was every evident and one couldsee that this marina truly deserved its Four Gold Anchoraward.

Onwards to the beautiful Coldham Hall whichoverlooks the River Yare where we enjoyed an excellentlunch served by Natalie and her staff.

41 TYHA members and guests congregatedon the Norfolk Broads on 7th July 2010 tobegin the extensive visit around marinasand boat buildings in Norfolk.

Our ferry arrived for a guided tourover Surlingham Broad and acrossthe River Yare to Eastwood Marina.

The ferry dropped us off at LesMogford’s fantastic Flag House – abuilding that you cannot possiblymiss on that part of the Broads.Les and Lorraine Mogfordwelcomed us to their marina andholiday home which we wereinvited to walk around. Thischarming marina showed somuch attention to detail, youcould see that Les and Lorrainewere entirely committed anddeserves its Four Gold Anchoraward.

Our next stop was to seesomething very different,Landamores, who build much ofthe Oyster range. We received awarm welcome from AntonyLandamore and colleagues. Wewere divided into groups andgiven a detailed tour of thisimpressive boat buildingoperation. The quality of workhere was in abundance and theteam took an incredible level ofpride in their work.

Our final stop was at FerryMarina where we were greetedwith cold drinks. We were given awarm welcome from Les Funneland his team who conducted aninteresting tour of their range ofholiday homes and busy marinaand fleet. Ferry Marina is due tohave their Gold Anchorassessment later this year.

Back on the coach for the tripback to the hotel, farewells andthe long trip home.

A great day was had by alland I’d like to give specialthanks to the following:• Sarah Hanna for all her

assistance and helporganising the trip plus the Pimms

• 3rd Crossing Restaurant -Jeff and staff who servedus well

• Ivy House Hotel andVictoria Hotel for theexcellent accommodation

• Amabassador coaches andour driver, Brian, whonavigated the coach so well

• Coldham Hall - Natalie andstaff who served wonderfulfood

• City boats for the triparound Surlingham Broad

• Sue and Alan Goodchild -Goodchild’s

• Chris Bromley - St OlavesMarina

• James & Ruth Knight -Waveney River Centre

• Les and Lorraine Mogg -Eastwood Marina

• Antony Landamore -Landamores

• Les Funnell and team -Ferry Marina

And finally, I’d like to thank allguests who chose to join theTYHA team on this year’ssummer visit and we lookforward to welcoming you,plus a few others next year.

Libby GordonTYHA Administrator

TYHA SUMMER VISITNORFOLK BROADS…

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NEW TYHA MEMBERSInternational

CK Marine Group Inc (Consultants and Professional)Kovix Building 5FL, 210-1 Nonhyun-DongKangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea 135-010Contact: HR Kim Tel: 00 82 2 541 4023 Fax: 00 82 2 541 4080Email: [email protected]: www.ckmarinegroup.com

Guangzhou Nansha Marina Co Ltd(Overseas Operators)Unit 907, Nansha CGCC Building,162 South Gangqian Road,Nansha District,Guangzhou City, ChinaPostal Code: 511458Contact: Albert Khong Tel: 00 86 20 84683926 Fax: 00 86 20 84683802Email: [email protected]

Marina Coruna (Marina Operator)Fomento de Inicitivas Nauticas S.L.Paseo Maritimo Alcalde FCOVazquez S/N 15001A CorunaEspaniaContact: Jesus Gonzalez-Aller Lacalle Tel: 00 34 881 920 482 Fax: 00 34 981 228 181Email: [email protected]: www.marinacoruna.es

Al Seer Marine (Overseas Operators)PO Box 33639Abu DhabiUnited Arab EmiratesContact: Gareth LloydTel: 00 971 2 5511336Fax: 00 971 2 5511556Email: [email protected]: www.alseermarine.ae

Jumierah Beach ResortPO Box 11416DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesContact: Liyanage KithsiriTel: 00 971 4 406 8800Fax: 00 971 4 348 6910Email: [email protected]: www.jumeirah.com

5 GOLD ANCHORSAwarded to:

Hythe Marina Village - SouthamptonShamrock Marina - Southampton

Royal Phuket - ThailandEcesaray Marina - Turkey

Didim Marina - TurkeyPort Bodrum - Yalikavak - Turkey

4 GOLD ANCHORSAwarded to:

Cobbs Quay Marina - PooleEastwood Marina - Norfolk

Ocean Village Marina - Southampton

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Congratulations from the TYHA teamFor further information about the Gold Anchor Award Scheme please visit

www.tyha.co.uk or contact Gareth Turnbull on Tel: 01784 223816

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Tullett Prebon London International Boat Show, ExCeL

Which Marina?


TYHA Which Marina Stand at theTullett Prebon LondonInternational Boat Show. As youknow this has become a hugestand, which acts as a centralfeature to the Marina Industry. If you have not yet tried this standto promote your marina, I wouldhighly recommend it to you. Witha full panel [2mx1m], for only £2,000, this represents an excellentinvestment in your marina

marketing. We even have abrochure service available too.Please don’t hesitate to contactthe TYHA office with yourbooking. I would add, that thisstand works extremely well foroverseas members, especially aswe look after the staffing of thestand. Please remember to featureyour participation on the stand toall your customers, and encouragethem to come to the show!

TYHASee us atStand D33

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TYHAGold Anchor

Award Scheme

Company Name:

Contact Name:

Address:

Telephone No: Email:

Web Address:

To advertise your company at our Which Marina? tradestand please fill in the form and return it to TYHA…

Postcode

• FULL PANEL (2m x 1m) £2,000 + VAT • BROCHURE SERVICE £50 + VAT• 10% Discount for re-using previous panels • 5% early payment discount by 1st October 2010

The following prices include the production of your graphic

How many panels do you require? Do you wish to use your panel from last year?

Do you wish to use the TYHA brochure service?

Please return your completed form to: Libby Gordon Marine House, Thorpe Lea Road Egham, Surrey, TW20 8BF Tel: 01784 223817 Fax: 01784 475870 [email protected]

I enclose a cheque (payable to The Yacht Harbour Association) for the sum of:

£ or please charge my credit card with £ using the following credit card details:

Name on Card: or pay by BACS to: 60 01 21 74487582

Signed: Date:

Expiry Date: Security code

Terms and conditions*Payment - An invoice will be raised on 1st October 2010 for the full payment to be received by TYHA on or before the 1st November 2010. Graphics will beco ordinated and produced by TYHA from artwork provided to the TYHA stand contractor by the participant. If you wish to assist the manning of the stand it will beon a rota basis co ordinated by TYHA. Brochures, including price lists, will be personally supplied to the TYHA stand on a Press Day and TYHA will not takeresponsibility for the return of unused brochures. Receptions/Social functions require prior TYHA approval. I have read, understood and accept the Terms andConditions - Please sign and return to TYHA.*

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