4 INDUSTRY NEWS TransEurope Marinas welcomes Dieppe I


nspired by requests from visiting members from the UK, Germany, Holland and Belgium, TransEurope Marinas has been


delighted to welcome the 530-berth Port de plaisance de Dieppe to its growing network. This marina in Normandy, Northern


France, includes three attractive basins just inside the mouth of the River Arques. A deep-water entry location, there are no tidal restrictions and visitors can enjoy being in the heart of the historic town of Dieppe, with restaurants and shops close by and a popular market voted the second most beautiful in France! The fresh fish market promotes artisanal practices and seasonal catches include sea


The Port de plaisance de Dieppe


bass, sea bream, crab, lobsters and scallops. The marina office is housed in the modern Ango building, where cruisers can make use of showers, washing machine and dryer, and take in the city views from the


welcoming Club House. The marina pontoons are equipped with electricity and water, with free wifi access. Otherwise, those needing maintenance or repair services can make use of the boatyard and on- site hoist and services.


Major upgrade to pontoons at Port Dinorwic Marina


flies the Blue Flag, indicating the notable level of responsible environmental, educational and safety management at the marina. In 2018, it was also awarded the ‘Label Qualité Plaisance’, with the top five-ring rating by the Fédération Française des Ports de Plaisance, for the quality of its welcome and the services offered. Nearby attractions include the 15th-century Château de Dieppe and the impressive churches of Saint- Remi and St Jacques. Port de plaisance de Dieppe is an


accessible day’s cruising from Saint- Valery-en-Caux and Port de Fécamp, which collectively form part of France’s famous Alabaster Coast.


Tribute to Jean- Pierre Carminati


A former Director at Poralu Marine, Jean-Pierre Carminati passed away on 6 May at the age of 63 following a long battle with illness. Jean-Pierre Carminati and his


brother Philippe developed the ‘pontoons’ division in the 1980s, making Poralu Marine the world leader it is today. Over 30 years of entrepreneurial initiatives and adventures followed. Léa Carminati, his niece, joined the


Acquired by The Marine & Property Group Ltd in 2017, the 180-berth Port Dinorwic on the coast of North Wales is about to replace its pontoons as part of a major upgrade project and Inland and Coastal Marina Systems (ICMS) of Banagher, Ireland, has been appointed to carry out the work. As much as possible of the existing


infrastructure at the Grade II listed marina will be adapted, but where this isn’t feasible ICMS will replace walkways and finger pontoons completely with its highly-respected Glass Reinforced Concrete-decked pontoons. This aesthetically pleasing decking remains slip-resistant even when wet and does not rot, thus


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considerably reducing maintenance costs while increasing the longevity of the marina system. “We are investing in several areas


at Port Dinorwic Marina, including the installation of club standard washrooms, upgraded food and beverage outlets and common areas with the aim of ensuring our berth- holders and visitors enjoy a first-class experience for many years to come,” said Christopher Odling-Smee, Director of The Marine & Property Group. “We’ve chosen to work with Inland


and Coastal Marina Systems as not only do they produce quality durable pontoon systems, but the team is


keen to work with, and utilise, much of what currently exists, making the most efficient use of time and resources.” Oliver Shortall, Managing Director of ICMS, commented: “It’s great to be involved in such an interesting project. Our Glass Reinforced Concrete pontoons will provide safe and stable berthing for a long time to come at this picturesque location. “As part of our sustainability effort,


we always endeavour to work with existing infrastructure as much as possible and we’re pleased to be able to incorporate established marina components while modernising the facilities at Port Dinorwic Marina.”


company a few years ago and strives to carry on Jean-Pierre’s legacy within Poralu Marine alongside the President Laurent Gasiglia. Jean-Pierre was also committed to helping his community and served as Mayor of Nantua in 2008. His loss leaves a great void and it is no exaggeration to say that all 150 employees of the company feel a deep sadness and grieve with his family.


Jean-Pierre Carminati (picture courtesy of Eric Gonzalez).


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