TransEurope Marinas is delighted to announce the arrival of two new members to this expanding network of European marina destinations: Portland Marina and Jersey Marinas, both renowned for their excellent facilities and dedication to boaters.
Portland Marina, sheltered within the historic Portland Harbour, offers a welcome stop-off for boaters travelling along the UK’s south coast between members Poole Quay Boat Haven and Port of Poole Marina, and Mayflower Marina, and belongs to the enterprising and successful boatfolk Group, joining the 6 other established boatfolk members.
Tom Darby-Ralph, Marina Manager at Portland Marina, commented:
We’re thrilled to be joining the TransEurope Marinas network and proud to represent the beautiful Jurassic Coast as part of this fantastic community. At Portland Marina, we’re committed to delivering a top-tier experience for our berth holders and visiting boaters, and being part of this well-respected network further enhances the service we can offer. We’re excited about the opportunities this brings for our team and our customers, and we look forward to welcoming more TransEurope members to Portland.
Jersey Marinas first joined the association in 1995, when the group was known as TransManche Marinas, but then resigned in 2013 following a change of management. Charles Bush, Manager of Mayflower Marina in Plymouth, one of TransEurope’s founding members, offered his firm support for both applicants. He welcomed the return of Jersey Marinas, saying:
This is fantastic news for TransEurope Marinas, bringing back a very popular stop-off that was greatly missed over the last few years.
Michel Le Moine, Customer Experience Manager for Jersey Marinas, commented:
Jersey Marinas are very excited to be re-joining the TransEurope family after many years apart. With such as extensive network of prestigious marinas ranging from the Baltic to the Mediterranean and Canaries, this presents not only a fantastic opportunity for the more adventurous Jersey Boat owners but for also the Jersey Marina team to offer a warm welcome to old friends and new customers to some of the finest cruising ground in Northern Europe.
TransEurope Marinas Chair, Maarten Desloovere, added his approval:
It is with great pleasure that TransEurope Marinas welcomes our newest members, their teams, and the attraction of quality new destinations for European boaters. Our network is a great platform for shared learning and growth, where each connection brings valuable insights. We all recognise that expansion is jointly rewarding, supporting individual marinas and enriching our collective vision with fresh perspectives.
