Port Vauban

What Port Vauban does

Port Vauban is a marina and yachting port located in Antibes on the French Riviera, operated by the CCI Nice Côte d'Azur (a public state institution) under a public service concession from the Municipality of Antibes Juan-les-Pins. With 1,500 berths and the capacity to accommodate vessels up to 150 meters, it is positioned as the largest yachting marina in the Mediterranean. Its core offering is berth reservation services spanning short-stay passage berthing, annual contracts, and multi-year guaranteed-use agreements, complemented by the IYCA (International Yacht Club of Antibes) — a 19-berth superyacht facility with dedicated lounge, terrace, helipad, and crew-center amenities built on Quai Camille Rayon.

The business operates across multiple revenue streams: berthing fees (primary), event and filming space rentals (notably the restored Bastion Saint-Jaume at 4,540 sqm and IYCA event venues), IYCA membership subscriptions, parking services, and marine services through the Craftsmen's Village (ten specialist workshops). Notable technical and sustainability features include the world's first liquid hydrogen bunkering capability for superyachts, 58 Biohut artificial fish nurseries installed with Ecocean, four remote-controlled DPOL cleaning robots, and AFNOR-certified environmental programs achieving approximately 80% waste recycling. The port holds the only European marina-specific certifications (Ports Propres since 2014 and Ports Propres Actifs en Biodiversité since 2021), reinforcing a regulatory and ESG moat.

Distribution combines direct online booking via leportvauban.com, on-site commercial offices, VHF Channel 9 marine radio for real-time reservations, and integration into the Riviera Ports customer portal network operated by CCI Nice Côte d'Azur. A €135 million modernization program is underway through 2028, including new buildings, quay renovations, and the Spring 2026 Phase 3 of the Anse Saint-Roch transformation.

Name

Port Vauban

Legal name

CCI Nice Côte d'Azur (Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie métropolitaine et territoriale Nice Côte d'Azur)

Website

https://leportvauban.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Port Vauban is a publicly-concessioned marina in Antibes, France, operated by CCI Nice Côte d'Azur. It offers 1,500 berths for vessels up to 150 meters, premium IYCA superyacht facilities, event venues, marine services, and world-first liquid hydrogen bunkering, serving yacht owners, charter clients, and event organizers across the Mediterranean.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina Services

NAICS

Marinas (71393), Marinas (713930), Port and Harbor Operations (488310)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400), Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

River Cruise Port, Docking & Terminal Services (THAEACAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Passenger Terminal Facilities Management (Cleaning, Maintenance, Utilities) (TLAHAEAK), Ferry Terminals & Water Transit Piers (THAIALAH)

Keywords

• Marina berthing services
• Superyacht mooring
• Port concession operations
• Marine infrastructure
• Yacht harbor facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Antibes

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Berthing Fees: Primary revenue from vessel berthing services charged based on vessel size and duration of stay. Multiple contract types available including short-term passage, annual contracts, and long-term guaranteed use contracts.
2. Event and Filming Space Rental: Rental of IYCA spaces (Lounge Bar, terraces, helipad, meeting rooms) and Bastion Saint-Jaume for corporate events, galas, filming productions, and private functions.
3. IYCA Membership: International Yacht Club of Antibes membership offering access to exclusive spaces and international yachting industry network, with preferential rates on space rentals.
4. Parking Services: Outdoor parking facility in the heart of Antibes, steps from Old Town, Gravette Beach, and Fort Carré.
5. Marine Services: Craftsmen's Village with 10 specialist workshops providing rigging, boiler making, scuba diving, composite repair, tank treatment, propulsion/plumbing, painting, hydraulics, shipchandler and mechanics services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Port Vauban is a Mediterranean marina and yachting port located in Antibes, France, providing berthing and mooring services for vessels up to 150 meters in length, with a total capacity of 1,500 berths. It operates as the largest marina in the Mediterranean and offers short-term stays, annual contracts, long-term berth rentals, marine craftsmen services, event and filming space rentals, parking, and environmental management under a public service concession.

Product overview

Port Vauban is a marina/yachting port in Antibes, France, operating as a public service concession. The offering consists of a core berth reservation system for vessels up to 150 meters, complemented by the premium IYCA (International Yacht Club of Antibes) with 19 superyacht berths (70-160m) and exclusive event spaces. Additional modules include the Heritage Pontoon (Ponton B2) for BIP-classified heritage vessels, the Craftsmen's Village (10 maritime workshops), Event Spaces Rental (Bastion Saint-Jaume, quays), IYCA Spaces Rental (exclusive venues), Filming Location Services, Parking, environmental management (Ports Propres certification), and year-round port events and activities. The digital presence includes a reservation system and client portal (moncompte.riviera-ports.com) but no public API.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Berth Reservation System
• IYCA - International Yacht Club of Antibes
• Village des Artisans (Craftsmen's Village) An on-site community of specialized marine craftsmen and service providers delivering yacht maintenance, repair, and outfitting services directly within the port. Targeted at yacht owners and captains needing turnkey marine services.
• Event Spaces Rental Rental of premium waterfront venues, including the Bastion Saint-Jaume, for corporate events, weddings, brand launches, and private celebrations. Targeted at event agencies, corporate clients, and private organizers.
• IYCA Spaces Rental Rental of exclusive IYCA club spaces for corporate events, private functions, and brand activations tied to the superyacht clientele. Targeted at event organizers, brand teams, and high-end private clients.
• Filming Location Services Use of the marina, vessels, and waterfront venues as filming locations for productions, advertisements, and editorial shoots. Targeted at film, television, and advertising production companies.
• Parking Services On-site parking facilities serving berth-holders, crews, event attendees, and marina visitors. Targeted at yacht crews, berth-holders, and event guests.
• Ponton du Patrimoine (Heritage Pontoon) Dedicated berth allocation for heritage and classic vessels at preferential rates, supporting maritime heritage preservation. Targeted at owners of classic and heritage vessels.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% annual waste recycling/recovery rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EcoceancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Partner since 2015, Ecocean is a Montpellier-based company pioneering artificial fish habitat creation. Together they installed 58 Biohut nurseries on port quays and pontoons for biodiversity restoration. Ecocean achieved double distinction 'Grand prix Biodiversité' and 'PME Remarquable' in 2016 from the French Ministry of Environment and Ademe.
• SEA Index (Superyacht Eco Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPort Vauban is a partner of the Superyacht Eco Association, a non-profit initiative founded by Yacht Club de Monaco and Crédit Suisse. The partnership provides CO2 SEA Index certification for superyacht owners with discount on certification fees and IYCA bar access for Port Vauban customers.
• Azur Trend (Ecotank)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for 24/7 on-call pollution response assistance, complementing Port Vauban's own intervention methods for accidental pollution.
• UNIVALOMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for composting site installation with four compost bins near APPA, promoting waste reduction and sustainable practices among port users and staff.
• TchaoMegotminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partnership for cigarette butt collection and recycling. Eight ashtrays positioned throughout port areas, with toxic matter transformed into insulation for building industry or textiles.
• LimeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBike-sharing operator providing soft mobility options at multiple points around the port, accessible via mobile app for travel between port areas and town centre. Special benefits available to boaters.
• PonyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBike-sharing operator offering eco-friendly mobility solutions within port area, complementing Port Vauban's electric vehicle fleet replacement initiative.
• Agence de l'eau Rhône Méditerranée CorsecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWater agency providing support for environmental projects including Cystore algae reintroduction pilot (2015-2018) and Biohut nursery installation, contributing to marine ecosystem restoration.
• PollustockminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partner for specialized pollution response services, part of Port Vauban's network for addressing accidental pollution incidents.
• EkopolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partner contributing to Port Vauban's waste management and environmental certification programs.
• Yachts du CœurminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable partnership supporting Yachts du Cœur events at Port Vauban, raising funds for humanitarian causes.
• Régates RosesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable regatta partnership raising awareness for breast cancer research, hosted annually at Port Vauban.
• C4C Cogs for CancerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable initiative hosted at Port Vauban supporting cancer research through nautical fundraising events.
• Société des Régates d'Antibes (SRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistoric yacht club founded 1896, one of France's most important sailing associations. Organizes Voiles d'Antibes and other major regattas. SRA building planned in Anse Saint-Roch modernization (2026).
• Aventure PlurielcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaritime heritage preservation association managing the Ponton du Patrimoine (B2). Restores and maintains heritage vessels including NATH'SOPH, Catalina, Maracuja, and offers guided tours and sea trips for members.
• SNSM Antibes (Société Nationale de Sauvetage en Mer)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLifeboat station located at harbor master office since 1959. Most important rescue unit in Alpes-Maritimes with 17m insubmersible vessel 'Notre Dame de la Garoupe II' reaching 25 knots. Emergency contact: 196 / VHF Channel 16.
• Club APPA (Association des Pêcheurs Plaisanciers d'Antibes)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation offering sailing, fishing, and underwater hunting activities at Anse Saint-Roch. APPA building planned in Anse Saint-Roch modernization (2026). New fixed fish sales stall with pergola for direct sales.
• I.S.C.A.V. (Association des plaisanciers du port Vauban)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoaters' rights defense association chaired by Denis Mouchon, located at harbor master office with Tuesday afternoon office hours. Defends berth holders' material and moral interests.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Marina di Porto Cervo: Iconic Costa Smeralda marina in Sardinia, serving large yachts and luxury owners. Comparable seasonal Mediterranean superyacht destination with similar berth, hospitality, and event offerings.
• Camper & Nicholsons Marinas: International marina management and development company specializing in luxury marinas and superyacht berths. Operates and manages premium marinas globally, comparable to Port Vauban's integrated superyacht and member-club proposition.
• D-Marin: Mediterranean-focused marina operator with a portfolio of premium marinas across Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, and Spain. Directly comparable to Port Vauban in business model (berth leasing, superyacht services, integrated marine services) and target clientele.
• Porto Montenegro: Luxury superyacht marina and resort in the Adriatic (Tivat, Montenegro), often cited alongside Port Vauban and Monaco as a top Mediterranean superyacht destination. Direct competitor for large-vessel berths and HNWI clientele.
• Port Hercule (Monaco): Monaco's iconic superyacht harbor and the principal rival to Port Vauban in the Western Mediterranean. Competes directly for the largest superyachts, premium events, and HNWI owners visiting the Côte d'Azur.
• Marina Port Vell: Superyacht marina in Barcelona offering berths for large vessels plus luxury services and event venues. A direct Mediterranean peer competing for transiting superyachts and premium charter clients.
• IGY Marinas: Global network of luxury and superyacht marinas (including marinas in the Mediterranean and Caribbean). Most direct international competitor to Port Vauban in the premium and superyacht segment, with comparable focus on large-vessel berthing and high-end services.
• Société d'Exploitation des Ports de Plaisance (SEPP): French public marina management company operating several Riviera marinas (including Cannes and others). Closest domestic French peer, sharing the public-concession model and Mediterranean clientele with Port Vauban.

Broad incumbents

• Global Ports Holding: Largest independent cruise port operator worldwide with growing marina exposure. Operates at a much larger scale and broader scope than Port Vauban, but overlaps in terminal/passenger facilities management and Mediterranean presence.

Others

• Bénéteau Group: Global boat manufacturer (Beneteau, Lagoon, Jeanneau, etc.) and adjacent ecosystem participant supplying many of the vessels berthed at marinas like Port Vauban. Not a direct competitor but closely tied to the same customer base and market dynamics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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