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UK: MDL Marinas invests in upgrades at Ocean Village Marina

Marina group MDL has spent £2.2 million on its flagship 362-berth Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, England. The investment covered complete replacement of all pontoons along the south side of the marina and the introduction of new smart electric technology.

Commencing in mid-October 2023, the upgrade works involved installing new pontoons from F through to L (inclusive). This consisted of removing some of the piles, dredging, reinstating the piles, and then installing new pontoons while maintaining most of the overall configuration.
The project was completed in phases throughout May and June this year. F and G pontoons were the first to be completed and were opened on 10th May.
Smart meters have also been installed across the marina to provide customers with complete control of their electricity accounts, offering 24/7 access for online payments and automatic notifications of any interruptions to power supply.
Furthermore, the five superyacht berths, which can accommodate boats from 25m to 50m, have been upgraded with new concrete pontoons, new decking and smart meters supplying three-phase electricity.
MDL also commissioned works to include enhanced wave attenuation at the entrance to the marina.
“Our commitment to investing in our marinas is crucial to ensure we are always delivering the highest level of excellence that our berth holders, visitors and tenants have come to expect,” says Lauren McCann, manager of Ocean Village Marina.
With the upgrades complete, Ocean Village Marina can now accommodate all boat sizes from 8m to 80m.

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