Waterland Monnickendam Bv

What Waterland Monnickendam Bv does

Waterland Monnickendam B.V. is a privately held Dutch nautical family business, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Monnickendam on the Markermeer in North Holland. The company operates a full-service marina platform — branded as Jachthaven Waterland / Waterland Yacht — encompassing more than 850 berths across three locations (Monnickendam 650+, Uitdam 150+, and Volendam pass-through moorings), 220+ winter storage slots, a 30-ton Boatlift IT boat lift, 1.1 km of floating concrete docks from Swedish manufacturer SF Pontona, a geotube wave breaker, and a five-building service complex housing third-party marine specialists (Halver Sails, Jachtservice de Waterman, LW Houtwerk). Supporting infrastructure includes sustainable fuel sales (HVO100 Blauwe Diesel at Waterland, HVO40 Traxx diesel at Volendam), Fox 22 sailing yacht charter, harbor accommodation (Slapen op de Haven), camper pitches, a trailer ramp, and digital tools (iMarina booking, QR-code berth check-in, Windfinder/Rijkswaterstaat integrations). The company holds the Blue Flag with Green Wimpel environmental certification (May 2026) and is an active Hiswa member.

The business model is direct-to-consumer, monetizing through recurring annual/seasonal berth subscriptions, transient passer-by moorings, professional services (winter storage, crane lifting, mast/rigging/engine work), transaction-based fuel and charter sales, and accommodation. Customer segments span private boat owners (primary), charter customers, waterfront tourists/campers (including Europarcs Poort van Amsterdam referrals), and on-site marine service business tenants. The 2024–2026 period reflects an offensive repositioning: a strategic partnership with Europarcs opened the Uitdam location in January 2025, and a major harbor consolidation is relocating all operations from legacy sites (including Galgeriet) to a modernized Hemmeland campus, scheduled for completion in 2026. Distribution is direct (website, social media, email, walk-in harbor office) with no external funding, no parent company, and ownership concentrated with the founding family.

Name

Waterland Monnickendam Bv

Legal name

Waterland Monnickendam BV

Website

https://waterlandyacht.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Waterland Monnickendam B.V. is a Dutch family-owned full-service marina operator founded in 1985, running 850+ berths, yacht service, winter storage, charter, and fuel sales across Monnickendam, Uitdam, and Volendam for private boat owners and waterfront tourists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina and Recreational Boating Services

NAICS

Marinas (71393), Port and Harbor Operations (48831), Support Activities for Water Transportation (4883)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Marina & Waterfront Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Launch & Retrieval Infrastructure (Slipways, Cradles, Travel Lifts, Launching Systems) (IMAJALAE), Houseboats & Floating Stays (THAMADAG)

Keywords

• Marina berth rentals
• Yacht maintenance services
• Winter boat storage
• Sailing yacht charter
• Harbor fuel services

Headquarters

HQ city

Monnickendam

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Berth/Mooring Rental: Annual and seasonal berth rental at locations in Monnickendam (650+ berths), Uitdam (150+ berths), and Volendam. Revenue from fixed berth holders and transient/passer-by moorings. Waterland Monnickendam has more than 850 total berths across all locations.
2. Yacht Service & Maintenance: Full-service maintenance including engine service (Jachtservice de Waterman), sail making (Halver Sails), rigging services, mast work, high-reach platform days (hoogwerkerdag), and general boat repairs.
3. Winter Storage (Winterstalling): On-land winter boat storage at Monnickendam and Volendam locations. Boat lifting and craning services using the new 30-ton boat lift. Trailer winter storage also offered.
4. Fuel Sales: Sale of blue diesel (HVO100, Future Fuels) at Waterland location and Traxx diesel (HVO40, Schouten Energy) at Volendam. Diesel sales by appointment.
5. Charter / Boat Rental: Rental of Fox 22 sailing yachts for day or multi-day charters. The Fox 22 fleet is equipped with new sails from Halver Sails.
6. Accommodation (Slapen op de Haven): Harbor rooms (Bakboord, Stuurboord) and Midscheeps apartment for overnight stays, catering to visiting boaters and waterfront tourists.
7. Camper Pitches: Limited camper pitches available at Hemmeland on asphalt, primarily for guests of berth holders or Europarcs visitors.
8. Trailer Helling (Boat Ramp): Trailer boat launching ramp, free for berth holders and Europarcs guests.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Waterland Monnickendam Bv operates a full-service marina (Jachthaven Waterland) at the Markermeer with more than 850 berths across locations in Monnickendam, Uitdam, and Volendam. The company provides berth rentals (annual, seasonal, and transient), comprehensive yacht maintenance and repair service, on-land winter boat storage, Fox 22 sailing yacht charter, sustainable blue diesel (HVO100) and Traxx diesel fuel sales, and on-site harbor accommodation rooms. Operations are supported by a 30-ton boat lift, 1.1 km of floating concrete docks, a geotube wave breaker, and the iMarina digital reservation system.

Product overview

Waterland Monnickendam Bv operates as a full-service nautical company offering a unified marina services portfolio centered around its Jachthaven Waterland marina. The core offering includes berth rentals (650+ berths across Monnickendam and Uitdam locations) combined with comprehensive Yacht Service for maintenance and repairs. Supporting services include Winterstalling (winter boat storage), Fox 22 sailing yacht charter, Blauwe Diesel fuel sales, limited camper spots, and Slapen op de Haven accommodation rooms. The company operates multiple locations including the main marina in Monnickendam, a service facility at Volendam, and a partnership location at Uitdam (Europarcs Poort van Amsterdam). Recent major developments include a complete harbor renovation with new floating jetties, 30-ton boatlift, breakwater, and modern service facilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Fox 22: Sailboat model available for charter rental
• Blauwe Diesel (HVO100)
• Traxx Diesel

Products and services

• Jachthaven Waterland – Marina Berths Full-service marina at the Markermeer with 650+ berths in Monnickendam and 150+ berths in Uitdam; provides annual, seasonal, and transient/passer-by berth rentals for recreational boat owners, plus access to harbor amenities.
• Yacht Service (Maintenance and Repairs) Comprehensive boat maintenance and repair services covering engine work (Jachtservice de Waterman), sail making (Halver Sails), rigging, mast work, hoogwerkerdag (monthly aerial platform days), and general repairs; available at Monnickendam and Volendam locations.
• Winterstalling (On-Land Winter Boat Storage) Outdoor on-land winter storage for boats and trailers with crane lifting and yard work services. Available at Monnickendam (220+ boats in 2025/2026 season) and Marina Volendam. Booking opens July 1 for berth holders and September 1 for external customers.
• Fox 22 Charter Day and multi-day rental of Fox 22 sailing yachts (Dehler-designed) for sailing on the IJsselmeer and Markermeer; fleet equipped with new sails from Halver Sails.
• Blue Diesel (HVO100) and Traxx Diesel Sales Sale of HVO100 blue diesel from Future Fuels at the Waterland location (89% CO2 reduction vs. fossil diesel) and Traxx diesel (HVO40 with additives) from Schouten Energy at Volendam. Sold by appointment.
• Slapen op de Haven (Harbor Rooms and Apartment) Short-stay overnight accommodation at the marina: Stuurboord and Bakboord rooms (Auping bed, shared kitchenette) and the Midscheeps apartment (47 m², four beds, kitchen, terrace). Aimed at visiting boat owners and waterfront tourists.
• Camperplekken (Camper Spots) Limited asphalt motorhome parking at the Hemmeland marina location, primarily available to berth holders and Europarcs Poort van Amsterdam resort guests.
• Hoogwerkerdag (Aerial Platform Day) Monthly scheduled aerial platform service from March to September for mast inspections, sail repairs, and rigging work at heights. Sold as a recurring service day.
• Kraanwerk (Crane Lifting Service) 30-ton capacity boat lifting service using the new Boatlift IT crane at Hemmeland, plus a separate 2-ton crane for smaller boats and mast handling. Replaces the previous 18-ton lift from 1991.
• Yacht Service Volendam Full-service marina location at Marinapark Volendam offering winter storage (winterstalling), yard work (werfwerk), Traxx diesel (HVO40) sales, and motor/jachtservice since 2023.
• Waterland Uitdam Marina Marina at Europarcs Poort van Amsterdam resort offering 150+ berths and transient moorings for vessels up to 14 meters, with a sanitary building, camper pitches, beach, diesel station by appointment, restaurant, indoor pool, and children's play area.

Quantifiable outcome

• 89% CO2 reduction with blue diesel (HVO100) compared to fossil diesel
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Europarcs Poort van AmsterdamcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 December 2024Partnership between Europarcs and Jachthaven Waterland to revive and operate the marina in Uitdam. Starting January 1, 2025, Waterland manages the marina offering 150+ berths and pass-through moorings for ships up to 14m. Europarcs contributes resort infrastructure (restaurant, pool, camping, vacation homes) creating a combined water sports and resort experience at Poort van Amsterdam. The focus is on aligning the marina experience with the park's amenities.
• SF Pontona (Sweden)coreTechnology or IntegrationSwedish manufacturer of 52 floating concrete dock segments totaling 1.1 km in length. The segments were shipped to Amsterdam and then towed to Monnickendam for assembly. The docks are designed for tidal water conditions and accommodate the fluctuating water levels of the Markermeer.
• Boatlift IT (Italy)coreTechnology or IntegrationItalian manufacturer of the new 30-ton capacity boat lift. The lift features 5.9m width, four-wheel steering, and is powered by HVO100 fuel. Delivery was planned for early November with commissioning for the 2025-2026 winter season.
• Halver SailsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSail making business occupying space in the new loods (service buildings) at Hemmeland. Provides rigging and sail services to marina customers. Also supplied new sails for the Fox 22 charter fleet.
• Jachtservice de WatermanminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMotor engine service provider occupying space in the new loods at Hemmeland. Provides engine maintenance and repair services to marina customers.
• LW HoutwerkminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWoodworking service provider occupying space in the new loods at Hemmeland, providing carpentry and wood repair services to marina customers.
• Kees Buter TimmerwerkenminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction carpenter contractor responsible for building the harbor office, fitting out the sanitation building, installing timber cladding on the harbor building facade using reclaimed dock timber, and interior work on the loods.
• DuraVermeerminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction company engaged for hardening/paving the new work yard (werfterrein) at Hemmeland in June 2026.
• Van der Lee BruchemminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerContractor that built the geotube wave breaker (golfbreker) in summer 2025, using local dredged material. Produced a video documenting the construction process.
• KNRM Station MarkenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRoyal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution station at Marken. Waterland hosts charity nautical markets and events supporting KNRM, including a EUR 2026 fundraiser in May 2026.
• PWN (Provinciaal Waterleidingbedrijf Noord-Holland)minorOthersRegional water utility providing drinking water connection to the new marina facilities. Delays in water connection were a notable challenge during the 2026 construction phase.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• Vaarvakantie.nl: Dutch online platform for yacht charter and boat rental bookings. Adjacent rather than directly competitive — overlaps with Waterland's Fox 22 charter operations on the demand side but functions as a charter marketplace rather than a marina operator.
• Hiswa: Dutch trade association for the recreational boating industry, of which Waterland is a member. Relevant as an ecosystem/industry body rather than a direct competitor, setting standards (Hiswa Haven- en Werfreglement) that influence marina operations across the Netherlands.

Direct peers

• Bataviahaven Lelystad: Established marina in Lelystad on the IJsselmeer, providing berth rentals, yacht services, fuel, and storage to recreational boaters. Operates in a similar Dutch inland-waterway context with overlapping customer segments and a comparable service mix.
• Marina Muiderzand: Large Dutch marina located in Almere on the IJmeer/Gooimeer, offering comparable berth rentals, yacht services, winter storage, and charter facilities to recreational boaters. Directly comparable to Waterland in scale and full-service marina positioning on a similar Dutch inland waterway.
• Marina Port Zélande: Dutch marina and resort in Zeeland offering berth rentals, yacht services, and integrated resort/leisure amenities. Comparable in its combination of marina operations and resort-leisure integration similar to Waterland's Europarcs partnership model.
• Jachtwerf Heeg: Dutch marina and shipyard in Heeg (Friesland) combining berths with yacht maintenance, refit, and storage services. Comparable full-service marina-plus-yard model targeting private boat owners in a Dutch lake/canal region.
• Jachthaven Bruinisse: Marina in Bruinisse (Zeeland) offering berths, yacht services, and storage to recreational boaters in a Dutch inland-sea context. Comparable full-service marina model with overlapping berth, service, and winter storage revenue streams.
• Jachthaven Naarden: Well-known marina in Naarden serving recreational boaters on the Gooimeer with berths, services, and storage. Directly comparable as a Dutch full-service marina targeting similar owner-operator and weekend sailor segments as Waterland.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/jachthavenwaterland
• Instagraminstagram.com/jachthavenwaterland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/waterland-monnickendam-bv

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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