Marina World

What Marina World does

Marina World is a B2B publishing company dedicated to the global marina and waterfront industry, established in September 2000 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It publishes a quarterly print magazine and a digital news platform covering marina acquisitions, developments, equipment, and industry trends, targeted at marina owners, operators, developers, planners, designers, and equipment suppliers worldwide. Its product portfolio includes the Marina World Magazine (published four times per year), the Marina World News digital portal, the annual "State of Marinas" research report, and event coverage services delivered through official media partnerships with METSTRADE, AMI Conference & Expo, IBEX, ICOMIA World Marinas Conference, and the Global Marina Institute.

The company's business model is built on three revenue streams: print magazine subscriptions, advertising sales to marina industry suppliers and service providers, and event media partnerships. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; advertising bookings carry a 12-month cancellation restriction, and subscription auto-renewals can be cancelled with 30 days' notice. The technology layer is a relatively standard digital publishing stack — a website on Webflow-style infrastructure, digital editions distributed via Issuu, email newsletter, and social media presence on LinkedIn and X — with no proprietary platform, API, or application layer disclosed. Marina World is a registered trademark owned by SuperYacht Times B.V., which acquired the publication on 31 March 2025; the company operates as a subsidiary of that Dutch private limited company and does not have disclosed management outside a small team of five employees.

Marina World's competitive position rests on its 25-year editorial heritage, its near-monopoly status as the dedicated trade publication for the marina vertical, and its embedded relationships with global industry events and annual advertisers/supporters. The publication serves a niche but globally relevant industry, with readers described as an "engaged and influential" professional audience. Strategic direction post-acquisition emphasizes expanded digital reach and cross-promotion with the SuperYacht Times audience in the adjacent yachting industry.

Name

Marina World

Legal name

SuperYacht Times B.V.

Website

https://marinaworld.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Marina World is a B2B trade publisher covering the global marina and waterfront industry. It publishes a quarterly print magazine, digital news, annual research reports, and event media partners, serving marina owners, operators, developers, designers, and equipment suppliers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Publishing (Marina and Waterfront Industry)

SIC

Periodicals: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2721)

akta.pro primary industry

Marina & Small Craft Harbor Construction (IMAFAJAG)

Keywords

• Marina industry publishing
• Waterfront industry media
• B2B trade publication
• Marina market intelligence
• Marine industry news

Headquarters

HQ city

Amsterdam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Print Magazine Subscriptions: Annual subscriptions to the Marina World print magazine, published four times a year, distributed worldwide to marina industry professionals.
2. Advertising Services: Advertising and intelligence services offered to marina industry suppliers and service providers. The Terms & Conditions reference 'advertising and other services' as core offerings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Marina World is a B2B trade publication platform serving the global marina and waterfront industry. It publishes a quarterly print magazine and a digital news portal delivering editorial content, market intelligence, and industry coverage. It also produces annual reports (e.g., The State of Marinas) and serves as official media partner at major international marine industry events (METSTRADE, AMI, IBEX, ICOMIA, Global Marina Institute). Revenue is generated through print subscriptions, advertising, and event media partnerships.

Product overview

Marina World is a B2B publication platform consisting of a quarterly print magazine delivering editorial content and market intelligence, a digital news portal covering global marina industry developments, annual research reports like The State of Marinas, and event coverage services through official media partnerships. The company was acquired by SuperYacht Times on 31 March 2025 and serves marina owners, operators, developers, planners, designers, and equipment suppliers worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Marina World Magazine Quarterly print B2B magazine delivering high-quality editorial content, expert insights, and market intelligence for marina owners, operators, developers, planners, designers, and equipment and service suppliers across the global marina and waterfront industry.
• Marina World News Digital news portal providing up-to-date coverage of marina acquisitions, developments, partnerships, and industry developments worldwide for marina industry professionals.
• The State of Marinas (Annual Industry Report) Annual flagship research report providing comprehensive market intelligence, trends analysis, and sector data for the marina and waterfront industry.
• Marina World Events Coverage & Media Partnerships Official and exclusive media partnership and on-site coverage services for major international marina industry events, including METSTRADE (Marina & Yard Pavilion), AMI Conference & Expo, IBEX, ICOMIA World Marinas Conference, and the Global Marina Institute.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• SuperYacht TimescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOn 31 March 2025, Marina World was acquired by SuperYacht Times, bringing together two highly respected publishing platforms to strengthen the voice of the marina and yachting industries. Under new ownership, Marina World remains committed to delivering trusted, independent journalism.
• METSTRADE (Marina & Yard Pavilion)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial media partner of the Marina & Yard Pavilion at METSTRADE in the Netherlands, one of the leading marine equipment trade shows.
• AMI Conference & Expo SeriescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational media sponsor of the AMI Conference & Expo series (USA), a major marina industry event in North America.
• IBEXcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive marina media partner of IBEX (USA), the international boatbuilding exhibition.
• ICOMIA World Marinas ConferencecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partner of the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (IWMC) series, a global industry event.
• Global Marina InstitutecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive media partner of the Global Marina Institute, an organization focused on marina industry professional development and standards.
• Marina Industry Association (Australia)secondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerWorks closely with the Australia-based Marina Industry Association on industry initiatives and coverage.
• PIANC RecComsecondaryGTM or Marketing PartnerWorks closely with PIANC's RecCom (Recreational Navigation Commission), an international organization for navigation and waterway standards.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Marine Log: Long-established B2B publication covering commercial marine, shipbuilding, and offshore markets. Comparable as B2B marine trade media but with a broader commercial maritime focus rather than the marina waterfront niche.
• Yachting World: Established yachting publication with both consumer and B2B elements. Comparable in marine media and event partnerships (e.g., Southampton International Boat Show) but skews more consumer-facing than Marina World's B2B focus.

Direct peers

• IBI (International Boat Industry): Leading B2B trade publication covering the global recreational boating industry. Direct competitor in marine B2B media, serving boatbuilders, suppliers, and dealers with editorial content, news, and market intelligence.
• Soundings Trade Only: B2B publication for the North American recreational boating industry, including marine dealers, distributors, and boatbuilders. Directly comparable in target audience, content offerings, and advertising-driven business model.
• Boating Industry: US-focused B2B publication serving marine dealers, retailers, and OEMs. Directly comparable in editorial scope, subscription model, and advertising-supported revenue mix within the marine industry.
• WorkBoat: B2B publication covering the commercial marine industry including vessel operators, shipyards, and marine services. Comparable in B2B trade media structure, though its focus skews commercial rather than recreational marina.
• Boat International: B2B and consumer publication serving the luxury yacht and superyacht market. Comparable in marine niche media, advertising model, and audience overlap with Marina World's superyacht-adjacent content post-SuperYacht Times acquisition.
• Marine Industry News: UK-based B2B marine trade publication covering boatbuilding, marine equipment, and leisure marine markets. Comparable in niche trade media positioning and supplier-advertising revenue model.

Emerging players

• PassageMaker: Niche publication focusing on recreational trawler and cruising boat markets. Comparable in B2C-adjacent marine publishing and event presence, though with a narrower recreational-vessel focus than Marina World's professional marina industry audience.

Others

• Maritime Journal: UK B2B publication covering commercial maritime, ports, and shipping infrastructure. Adjacent peer in marine B2B media, with thematic overlap via port/harbor infrastructure coverage but a different commercial shipping focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MarinaWorldMag
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/marinaworld

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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