The winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina Awards 2024, supported by Haven Knox-Johnston, were announced on 18 September, from the Foredeck Stage at the Southampton International Boat Show.
Marking a decade of celebrating marina excellence, these awards honour the dedication and passion of marinas and their teams across the UK and worldwide. By recognising those that consistently raise the bar in service and customer satisfaction, the Marina Awards spotlight the tireless efforts to create unforgettable experiences for both resident and visiting yacht owners.
TYHA Chairman, Steve Arber, Paul Knox-Johnston of Haven Knox-Johnston, and TYHA General Manager Jon White, took to the stage alongside representatives from the more than 200 Gold Anchor accredited marinas globally, all hoping to take home one of the highly coveted awards.
“These awards are incredibly special because they are voted for by berth holders themselves. They truly celebrate the cream of the crop, marinas that offer unbeatable service and an extraordinary experience for berth holders and visitors alike,” said Jon White, General Manager of TYHA.
Jon added, “It’s fantastic to see so many people here, not just to cheer on the winners, but to celebrate the hard work and camaraderie of the entire marina community.”
Eight awards were handed out, with both winners and runners-up welcomed to the stage to accept their honours. Here are the standout marinas for 2024:
Coastal Marina of the Year – under 250 berths
- Winner: Poole Quay Boat Haven
- Runner-up: Emsworth Yacht Harbour
Coastal Marina of the Year – over 250 berths
- Winner: Boatfolk Royal Quays
- Runner-up: Beaulieu
Inland Marina of the Year
- Winner: Overwater Marina
- Runner-up: Shepperton Marina
International Marina of the Year
- Winner: Portonovi Marina
- Runner-up: D-Marin Didim Marina
Superyacht Marina of the Year
- Winner: Marina De Vilamoura
- Runner-up: Yalikavak Marina
Sustainable Marina of the Year
- Winner: Marina De Vilamoura
Marina Team of the Year
- Winner: Aqueduct Marina
Marina Employee of the Year
- Winner: Mucella Kara – Karpaz Gate
TYHA Chairman, Steve Arber, extended his heartfelt congratulations, stating, “We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible marinas that have been recognised today. A huge congratulations to all the winners, runners-up, and shortlisted marinas—your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. Thank you to everyone who voted.”
Paul Knox-Johnston, Sales & Marketing Manager at Haven Knox-Johnston, echoed the sentiment, saying: “Marinas are the heart of the boating community, and by sponsoring these awards, we’re proud to support the amazing work they do. From welcoming tired sailors back to shore to creating lasting memories, the marinas honoured today exemplify the best of the best. Congratulations to each of you!”
Looking ahead, voting for The Yacht Harbour Association Marina Awards 2025, once again supported by Haven Knox-Johnston, opens on 1 October 2024. To find out more about The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) and the Gold Anchor scheme visit https://www.tyha.co.uk/
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