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MDL Marinas' 50 years of success is underpinned by continuous investment

05 December 23

Celebrating our 50th anniversary this year, we’re proud to continue to invest significantly across our marinas and products.

Mercury Yacht Harbour Berth Holder News

21 November 23

We’d like to start off by saying a massive thank you to all our berth holders for berthing with us this year, for what has been another busy and memorable season.

Winter Maintenance brought to you by MDL Marinas - Antifouling

16 November 23

This month, our winter maintenance series focuses on antifouling – a crucial job when maintaining your boat to prevent the growth of marine life on your hull.

Winter Maintenance brought to you by MDL Marinas – Engine Winterisation

15 November 23

As the main boating season comes to a close, we’ve joined forces with some of our onsite marine tenants to share some top tips on all the necessary winter tasks which need to be done to make sure everything onboard is in peak condition ready for the spring.

Nominations are open for MDL's Sail Training Awards 2024

06 October 23

Each year, these unique awards offer twelve inspirational young people the opportunity to experience a life changing sailing trip with the Ocean Youth Trust South.

Mooring a powerboat or motor cruiser on a finger pontoon

29 September 23

In our latest video, Paul Glatzel from Powerboat Training UK talks us through how to moor a powerboat or motor cruiser on a finger pontoon.

Lord Mayor of Southampton opens Race Village for Ocean Globe Race

29 August 23

Today, after months of anticipation and amid great fanfare, the Lord Mayor of Southampton officially opened the Race Village for the Ocean Globe Race at our Ocean Village Marina in the heart of the city.

Safely using the correct buoyancy aids and lifejackets

25 August 23

James from Force 4 Chandlery talks us through how to pick the best buoyancy aids and lifejackets dependent on the watersport of your choice.

Ocean Globe Race pre-start festivities kick off next week

23 August 23

There’s something for everyone – sailor or non-sailor, old and young, celebrating all things nautical.

The Boat Investment Opportunity

22 August 23

We have partnered with a new and exciting project coming to the Solent, The Boat. The Project is a floating restaurant that will be based in the Solent and accessible primarily by water.

This Marina Life Podcast: Ocean Globe Race 2023/24

31 July 23

Most of us would regard sailing nearly 27,000 miles around the world via the three great capes and the Southern Ocean, an epic, life-changing achievement.

Tips on the best way to polish a boat hull

29 June 23

Stu from Willett Built at Shamrock Quay in Southampton talks us through the tools and techniques to carry out the best hull polishing

This Marina Life Podcast: Stories from MDL's first fifty successful years

23 June 23

As with life itself, it’s the people we’ve meet over the last 50 years, and their stories, that have made our journey so memorable and shaped the development of MDL and our marinas.

MDL Marinas seeks partners to expand its cruising network in the UK

12 June 23

We’re seeking partnerships with independent marinas around the coast of the British Isles to expand our cruising network in the UK.

Cockpit layouts on cruiser and cruiser racer boats

07 June 23

Phil Dollin from Inspiration Marine at Hamble Point Marina looks at the differences between cruiser and cruiser racer boats.

The benefits of electric marine engines

02 June 23

Ed Phillips from eSolent talks us through the benefits of electric marine engines from their base at Northney Marina on Hayling Island.

This Marina Life Podcast: Secret spots and anchorages on the UK's South & East Coast

10 May 23

In this episode Marine podcaster Ceri meets up with five Imray Pilot Book editors and authors to talk about their favourite spots and hidden anchorages.

Boat sales, sea trials and quality leads mark successful 2023 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show

26 April 23

Multiple boats sales, sea trial requests and quality leads at the 2023 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show have left exhibitors delighted, with over 90% already signed up for next year’s show.