MDL has long supported sponsorship initiatives helping the marine industry to prosper and grow. We have backed the best in boating, along with different marine-related charities and community projects and events. Alongside sponsorships, we also build strategic partnerships with organisations that share our values, working together on mutually beneficial projects, events, and initiatives. We remain committed to supporting initiatives in our industry and in local communities where we operate.
Our current sponsorships include:
East Coast Sailing
www.eastcoastsailing.co.uk
Hamble Sea Scout Group
www.scouts.org.uk
Hayling Rescue
www.haylingrescue.com
J Cup Regatta 2025
www.keyyachting.com
Morning Star Trust
www.mst.org.uk
Neptune Sailing
www.neptunesailing.org.uk
Ocean Youth Trust South
www.oytsouth.org
Romsey Rugby Club
www.romseyrugby.club
RS Sailing
www.rssailing.com
Suzuki Fishing Team
www.smartfishing.uk
Teen Marine UK
www.teenmarine.org
Wetwheels Foundation
www.wetwheelsfoundation.org
Our Partners
We work closely with a range of partners to create shared value, support our communities, and enhance the experiences we offer our customers. Partnerships may include collaborative projects, joint events, training, and other initiatives where both MDL and our partners contribute and benefit.
Ecomar Propulsion
www.ecomarpropulsion.com
Towergate Insurance
www.towergateinsurance.co.uk
UKSA
www.uksa.org
Sponsorship Criteria
We receive a large number of sponsorship requests. Each proposal is evaluated fairly against the range of criteria listed below. Check the criteria list to see whether your proposal meets our requirements.
| MDL Fit | Does the sponsorship's values align with those of MDL which are:
We offer a warm and friendly welcome We operate clean and tidy sites We provide a prompt and efficient service We operate safe and secure sites |
| Target Audience | Does the sponsorship’s audience match with those of MDL? |
| No-Go Areas | Our brand is very important to us. We won't consider sponsorship opportunities that expose our reputation to risk. |
| Timing | The sponsorship should allow at least two months' lead time for activation. |
| Current Marketing Strategy | Does the sponsorship fit with MDL’s current strategy? |
| Integration | Does the sponsorship provide rights and allow multiple channel activation? |
| Exclusivity and Stand-Out | Is MDL the only ‘marina’, ‘holiday park’ or ‘gym’ brand involved? |
Apply for Sponsorship
If you think your request meets our requirements, please feel free to submit your proposal by completing the form below. Please note that whilst every proposal received is considered, we can only reply to those opportunities that we feel fit with our requirements. We will ensure that all enquiries sent to us are logged and held on file for future consideration should our focus and position change.
Partnership Enquiries
If you are interested in exploring a partnership with MDL, please contact marketing@mdlmarinas.co.uk. Partnerships are considered on a case-by-case basis and focus on long-term collaborative projects rather than one-off sponsorship.