Issue 152 of Marina World marks our fourth edition under the SuperYacht Times banner and the first of 2026, bringing together expert perspectives and forward-looking analysis from across the marina and waterfront sector. This issue explores how sustainability, resilience and long-term value are shaping marina development, operations and investment worldwide.

On the cover:

  • Karim Erzini examines whether marinas can function as marine protected areas, drawing on research from the Algarve Centre of Marine Sciences at the University of the Algarve in Portugal, and outlining the conditions under which marinas can actively support marine conservation.
  • Karl-Oskar Tjernström analyses marinas’ role in Europe’s sustainable boating revolution, highlighting ageing fuel dock infrastructure as a key barrier to decarbonisation and the pivotal role marinas must play in driving change.
  • Thomas Aboulinc, founder of One Concept Marine, introduces the Meltem floating platform, a three-in-one solution designed to combine renewable energy generation, rainwater harvesting and marine life support.
  • Patrick Norén explores Albania’s coastline transformation, looking at new marina developments in Vlora and Durrës as catalysts for tourism growth and urban renewal. 

More inside the issue:

  • Robert Brown on sustainability as a defining force in waterfront construction and marina development
  • Mel Symes outlines the new marina marketing playbook, shaped by shifting demographics, customer expectations and an experience-led economy
  • Enrico Chhibber reports on South Korea’s government-led marina ambitions and the current state of its recreational boating sector
  • Esteban Biondi examines the financial implications of marina resilience in the face of climate risk, flooding and storm impacts
  • Greg Weykamp breaks down the dynamics of inland marina markets across the United States
  • Patrick Norén reports on Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, including dedicated marinas developed with Marina Solutions International and operated by IGY Marinas
  • Coverage of environmental, economic and security challenges facing marina development in the Black Sea region
  • Insights into large-scale resort and marina development in Mexico’s East Cape and Costa Palmas
  • News, Sales & Acquisitions from Europe, the Middle East, APAC, the Caribbean and the Americas
  • Event coverage from Metstrade 2025 in Amsterdam and a preview of the 2026 AMI Conference & Expo in Daytona Beach
  • A global review of the biggest marina industry stories from 2025 and those to watch in 2026
  • Products & Services showcasing new technologies and solutions supporting marina development and operations worldwide

Read more in Marina World Issue 152.