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marina cleans up T
Tasmanian
he first marina in Tasmania to receive the International Clean Marina Level 3 certificate from
the Marina Industries Association (MIA) was Oyster Cove Marina of Kettering, which was presented with its accreditation during the MyState Australian Wooden Boat Festival, which took place on and around Hobart’s historic waterfront from 10-13 February. The recently upgraded
240-berth marina incorporates extensive on-site services, including a chandlery, boat sales agent, sail maker, shipwrights, 50 tonne boat hoist, hardstand area for boat maintenance, spray sheds, 24-hour refuelling wharf and the marina office, as well as visitor berthing on the Eastern arm of the marina. Originally established in 1983, the marina is located 34 km South of Hobart and in the centre of one of best cruising areas in Australia, the D’Entrecasteaux Channel. The International Clean
Marina environmental program is administered by the MIA and a Level 3 accreditation requires a solid commitment from participating marinas to environmental best practice. The rigorous process includes a
Left to right: James Burbury, MIA Director for Tasmania; Phil Boustead, owner of Oyster Cove Marina; and John Brand, Marina Manager.
site inspection assessed against a 103-point checklist. The site audit of key operational areas includes inspections of mechanical activities, boat maintenance and storage, fuelling, facility management, workshop, mechanical, shipwright and boat repair, emergency planning and equipment and boater education. A written report with detailed feedback is provided to the marina. Hobart-based Environmental Consultancy, Elgin Associates, was the auditor in the Oyster Cove Marina accreditation. Phil Boustead, owner of
Oyster Cove Marina, said: “The
achievement of Clean Marina accreditation was another important step in demonstrating Oyster Cove Marina’s commitment to environmental best practice. As a multi-faceted marina facility, it is essential all components are operating, both individually and collectively, at the highest level of performance. The Clean Marinas program provides us with specific criteria to assess the environmental performance of our marina operations and complements our environmental policies, plans and operations”.
Marina Manager John Brand
confirmed, “Oyster Cove is proud to be recognised as the first Clean Marina in Tasmania under the MIA program. Being able to fly the Clean Marina flag is an important signal that we are committed to high environmental standards and will further encourage us to continually improve our operations and environmental performance”. James Burbury, MIA Director for
Tasmania, presented the marina with its flag and certificate, adding, “This significant achievement is important for the marina industry as Oyster Cove now demonstrates environmental leadership to the wider marina community, not just in Tasmania”.
Marine Travelift goes for gold
A major sponsorship of the Marina Industries Association (MIA) has been announced by Marine Travelift Inc of Sturgeon Bay, USA. In committing to gold sponsorship of the MIA, Eric Pfeifer, President and CEO of Marine Travelift, said the investment reflected the important role the MIA has in the marina industries across Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the significance of these regions to his company. “We have over 3,500 Marine Travelift boat hoists in operation worldwide supported by a global network of
dealers for sales and service. Our sponsorship of MIA demonstrates our long-term commitment to growth in these regions and our support of MIA’s role in industry development.” MIA President Andrew Chapman,
CMM, said the sponsorship of Marine Travelift was a reflection of the growing role of MIA in the Asia- Pacific region. “MIA is experiencing strong membership growth and our education and accreditation programs are playing an important role in lifting industry standards. Marine Travelift
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is a key provider of vital industry infrastructure and to have Marine Travelift actively supporting MIA’s work program is further recognition of the value of MIA as an effective membership-driven industry association.” The sponsorship will result in
Marine Travelift having a high profile within MIA industry communications and through industry events such as the Marine17 International Conference and Trade Exhibition in Sydney from 30 July-1 August, 2017.
IMG role for Marina Projects
Gosport, UK-based marina consultancy Marina Projects Ltd has joined the Marinas Group of the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA). The universal mission of the
ICOMIA Marinas Group (IMG) is to improve the quality of the recreational boating experience through the development of marinas, yacht harbours, boatyards and small boat launching ramps. The Group was born out of ICOMIA`s recognition that ensuring boat- owners a safe and convenient place to berth, moor or launch their boat is vital to the future of the sport and industry. Mike Ward, Managing Director of Marina Projects, is enthusiastic about participating in IMG. He stated: “Through our presence in the ICOMIA Marinas Group, Marina Projects is looking to support the various initiatives of the IMG by providing a broad international perspective and a wealth of experience that cover all aspects of marina development and operation”. Marina Projects was founded in 2002 and has grown to become one of the world’s leading marina consultancies with offices in the UK and Hong Kong. As a specialist international consultancy practice, working on over 200 different projects, both in the UK and across the world, Marina Projects provides a range of services and independent objective advice to the marina and property industries covering all aspects of marina and waterfront development.
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