The town of Beaufort in North Carolina has announced that F3 Marina will take over management of the Beaufort Town Docks from 1 January 2026. The new five-year management agreement, approved by the Town of Beaufort Board of Commissioners, will continue through 31 December 2030.
The Beaufort Town Docks have been leased and managed by Haywood Weeks and his team since 1978. During this period, Weeks oversaw operations for boaters, residents and visitors to the waterfront.
Under the agreement, F3 Marina will receive 3% of total sales for management services, including slip rentals and fuel sales. The arrangement is expected to generate around $150,000 USD annually for the management. All remaining funds will be retained by the Town of Beaufort to support improvements along the waterfront and other community initiatives.
Commissioner Sarah Spiegler stated: “This is an exciting new chapter for our waterfront operations. We are confident that F3 Marina will continue the tradition of excellence established by Mr. Weeks while bringing new energy, resources and innovations to enhance the dockside experience.”
John Matheson, President of F3 Marina, said: “F3 Marina understands how important the Beaufort Town Docks is to the boaters, business community, residents and visitors to the town. We look forward to playing a key role in its success and improvement in the coming years.”
Matheson added that the company will focus on professional management and visitor hospitality. “It will include the addition of improved services and amenities over time as revenue allows. The Beaufort Town Docks is a gem for the community and we will maximise its potential.”
