What Marina de Cascais does

Marina de Cascais is a 5 Gold Anchor-certified marina facility located in Cascais Bay, Portugal, operated by the concession holder Marcascais — Sociedade Concessionária da Marina de Cascais, S.A. (taxpayer ID 503497169). Founded in 1999 and headquartered in the historic Casa de S. Bernardo building, the marina spans over 20,000 m² (including 2,000 m² over the bay) between Cabo da Roca and Cabo Espichel, with 35km access to Lisbon Airport. The core offering is berth rental priced by vessel length and beam, complemented by a full technical area (70-ton portal crane, 3-ton crane, ramp, hull washing, towing, dry storage) for vessels up to 25 meters, dedicated mega-yacht facilities for vessels over 36 meters with a heliponto, and an on-site support ecosystem (fuel station, laundry, water/electricity at each berth, Wi-Fi, meteorological information).

The marina operates a diversified platform-plus-ancillaries business model across four revenue streams: recurring berth/slip rentals (subscription), usage-based nautical and technical services, one-time event venue rentals (over 20,000 m² of indoor and outdoor event space including the 1,550 m² Marina Lounge for up to 1,000 guests), and recurring rent from on-site retail and F&B tenants. The 20+ nautical service operators and luxury tenants (Aston Martin, Range Rover, Trium, Omonni, Yam, MYKA Greek Yogurt, Vilaça Interiores) anchor a multi-tenant destination ecosystem. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via the marina's website and reception team, with an international clientele of yacht owners and event organisers. The marina has historically hosted world-class sailing events (ISAF World Championship 2007, America's Cup World Series 2011, The Ocean Race) and in 2025–2026 is actively expanding into cultural-event hosting (Art Explora, Atlantic Sunsets) and luxury retail (Aston Martin, Range Rover boutiques).

Name

Marina de Cascais

Legal name

Marcascais – Sociedade Concessionária da Marina de Cascais, S.A.

Website

https://marinacascais.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Marina de Cascais is a 5 Gold Anchor-certified marina in Cascais, Portugal, offering berth rentals, mega-yacht facilities, nautical technical services, event venues, and luxury retail and dining tenants for international yacht owners, corporate event planners, and high-end visitors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina and Waterfront Hospitality Services

NAICS

Marinas (713930), Marinas (71393)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400)

akta.pro primary industry

Marina & Waterfront Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAK)

Keywords

• Marina berth rentals
• Yacht docking services
• Event venue hosting
• Nautical technical services
• Mega yacht facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Cascais

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Dock/Slip Rental: Berth rental fees determined by boat length (comprimento) and beam (boca). Pricing tariff published annually with rates for stays exceeding 365 days available on request. The marina also accommodates mega-yachts over 36 meters with dedicated pontoon access requiring prior reservation.
2. Nautical and Technical Services: Revenue from technical area services including 70-ton portal crane, 3-ton crane, ramp, hull washing, towing, dry storage parking, and jet ski packages. Additional services include water and electricity at each berth, laundry, fuel station, and meteorological information.
3. Event Venue Rental: Marina Lounge (1,550 m², up to 1,000 guests) and multiple event spaces (Promenade, Triângulo do Ed. Comando 302 m², Cais de S. Bernardo 1,490 m², Cobertura Parque Mar-Terra 3,244 m², Heliponto Triangle 1,260 m² + Heliponto 363 m², Cais Marítimo Turístico 457 m², Fosso Parque Mar-Terra 4,770 m², Cais de Mega Iates 320 m², Exposição Parque Infantil 609 m²) rented for corporate events, weddings, galas, brand launches, and social celebrations.
4. Retail and Restaurant Tenant Rent: On-site tenants including restaurants (Trium, K Bueno Steakhouse, Marisco na Praça, Yam Southeast Asian, Omonni Korean, MYKA Greek Yogurt food truck), fashion boutiques (Vilaça Interiores), luxury automotive showrooms (Aston Martin boutique, Range Rover boutique), and various nautical service operators pay rent for commercial spaces within the marina complex.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Marina de Cascais operates a premium Atlantic Ocean marina providing berth rental for vessels of all sizes (including mega-yachts over 36 meters with helipad access), full nautical technical services (70-ton portal crane, 3-ton crane, hull washing, towing, dry storage), and an expanding portfolio of event venues for corporate and private celebrations. The marina complex also houses on-site luxury retail and restaurant tenants, creating an integrated waterfront destination in Cascais, Portugal.

Product overview

Marina de Cascais is a premier Atlantic Ocean marina offering a comprehensive suite of nautical and hospitality services. The core offering centers on berth reservations for vessels of all sizes, complemented by dedicated mega yacht facilities for vessels over 36 meters. Supporting infrastructure includes a full technical area for vessel maintenance up to 25 meters, comprehensive support services (laundry, fuel, utilities, internet), and maritime operator services. The marina has expanded into the events and lifestyle segment with the Marina Lounge venue (1,550 m2, 1,000 person capacity) and multiple event spaces totaling over 20,000 m2. A retail and dining promenade features diverse restaurants and specialty retailers. The offering architecture is best described as a platform-plus-ancillaries model: the core marina berthing service serves as the anchor, with high-margin event venue hire, technical services, and tenant partnerships driving incremental revenue.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Berth Reservations Berth reservation service allowing boat owners to book mooring spaces at the marina, with pricing based on vessel length (comprimento) and beam (boca). Annual tariff published as a PDF download; long-stay rates (over 365 days) available on request.
• Mega Yacht Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 5 Gold Anchor certification from The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CulturgestcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2025Marina de Cascais partnered with Culturgest (a major Portuguese cultural foundation) to host the Portuguese edition of the Art Explora festival (June 18–28). Culturgest co-curated the festival programming alongside Filipa Oliveira (MNAM — Museu do Chiado) and Raquel Ribeiro dos Santos (Culturgest). The festival featured a 47m catamaran boat-museum with immersive experiences, VR, and live concerts, attracting over 47,000 visitors in Barcelona before arriving in Cascais.
• Câmara Municipal de Cascais / Turismo de CascaiscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 2 June 2025The Atlantic Sunsets electronic music festival (August 2 and 16, 2025) is an initiative by promoter Gigs on Mars with the support of the Cascais Municipal Council and Tourism of Cascais. The marina served as a venue for performances by international artists including Jungle, RY X, Moullinex, and Carlita.
• Casa do MarquêscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2025Casa do Marquês operates Marina Lounge Cascais as an exclusive events venue (1,550 m², up to 1,000 guests). Casa do Marquês brings its 360° service offering including catering, decoration, furniture rental, and entertainment to the marina. The venue is the newest addition to Casa do Marquês' portfolio which includes Estufa Fria, Casa do Lago, Casino Estoril, Arriba Guincho, Páteo Alfacinha, and Palácio Conde d'Óbidos. Casa do Marquês has the largest industrial kitchen in the Portuguese events sector (1,400 m², 3,000+ meals/day).
• Nautical Service Operators (Azimut, Riva, Sunereef, Yachtworks, and 20+ others)coreTechnology or IntegrationOver 20 nautical service operators are based at Marina de Cascais providing yacht sales (Azimut, Riva, Sunereef, Princess, Sanlorenzo), boat maintenance and repair (Yachtworks, WAVETECH, Safe Harbor, Tecnimarine), boat tours (Four Adventures), nautical equipment (Grupo Siroco, AD Nautic), and provisioning services. These operators provide integrated services that enhance the marina's value proposition for boat owners.
• Embaixada de França / Institut Français du PortugalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe French Embassy and Institut Français du Portugal supported the Art Explora festival at Marina de Cascais as part of the cultural programming featuring French artistic institutions including the IRCAM (Institut de Recherche et Coordination Acoustique/Musique) from the Centre Pompidou in Paris.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Port Adriano (Mallorca): Modern luxury marina in Mallorca designed by Philippe Starck, with mega-yacht berths, upscale retail and F&B tenants, and event programming. Closely comparable to Marina de Cascais in positioning toward UHNW clientele and luxury lifestyle.
• Marina di Portofino: Historic Italian Riviera marina famous for hosting superyachts and luxury tourism. Comparable to Marina de Cascais as a high-prestige European marina where brand and location drive premium pricing for berths and adjacent services.
• Porto Montenegro: Premium marina and luxury lifestyle destination in Tivat, Montenegro, hosting superyacht berths, residences, retail, and F&B. Highly comparable to Marina de Cascais in combining mega-yacht berthing with a curated luxury retail and event ecosystem.
• Marina Ibiza: Boutique marina in Ibiza with mega-yacht berths, luxury retail tenants, and seasonal event programming. Comparable to Marina de Cascais as a Mediterranean premium destination catering to HNW yacht owners.
• Port Vauban (Antibes): One of Europe's largest and most prestigious marinas, located in Antibes on the French Riviera. Directly comparable to Marina de Cascais as a premium Mediterranean/Atlantic mega-yacht marina with strong luxury tenant mix and event-hosting credentials.
• OneOcean Port Vell Barcelona: Boutique superyacht marina in Barcelona with 5 Gold Anchor-equivalent service standards, mega-yacht berths, and luxury F&B. Directly comparable to Marina de Cascais as a premium, service-led marina in the same Iberian/Mediterranean cruising circuit.
• Marina Port Vell (Barcelona): Superyacht marina in the heart of Barcelona offering berths for large vessels, premium services, and direct access to a major international city. Comparable to Marina de Cascais as a strategic urban waterfront marina serving the same Atlantic/Mediterranean superyacht circuit.
• Yas Marina (Abu Dhabi): Iconic destination marina adjacent to the Yas Viceroy hotel and Abu Dhabi Formula 1 circuit, combining mega-yacht berthing with luxury hospitality, retail, and global event hosting. Comparable to Marina de Cascais's strategy of pairing marina services with international event-driven tourism.

Broad incumbents

• IGY Marinas: Global network of premium marinas operating across the Americas, Europe, and the Caribbean. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the premium marina management space, though operating a portfolio rather than a single flagship destination.
• Camper & Nicholsons Marinas: Established marina operator and yacht services group with multiple international locations. Comparable to Marina de Cascais in superyacht berthing and marina management services, but operates a multi-asset portfolio rather than a single destination.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/cascaismarina
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC6NHMRyR5TnVYVwIS_bh6LQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/Mymarinacascais
• Instagraminstagram.com/marinacascais

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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