The Haven Knox-Johnston crew has announced a new partnership with The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA), signing up as title sponsor of the prestigious Marina Awards 2023.

The TYHA Marina Awards have grown to be a real highlight of the marine industry calendar. The public vote showcases the crème de la crème of marinas who stand out in delivering an outstanding experience, for both resident and visitor boat owners.

Haven Knox-Johnston are excited to help facilitate the awards, enabling boaters to reward their favourite havens afloat and give a little back to the global community of marina operators who form the backbone of the boating world. The sponsorship reflects Haven Knox-Johnston’s commitment to nurturing growth and development within the boating industry and their continuous drive for the highest service standards. The marina community is an essential element of getting out on the water and Haven Knox-Johnston recognises the effort it takes operators to provide incredible services and facilities for boaters.

New for 2023 THYA and Haven Knox-Johnston have introduced an award to celebrate the achievements of marinas in their efforts to become more sustainable, ‘The Sustainable Marina of the Year’. The award will celebrate and share the fantastic work going on every day to improve our marine environment, by individuals and marinas around the world.

The seven award categories will be:

  • Coastal Marina of the Year – under 250 berths
  • Coastal Marina of the Year – over 250 berths
  • Inland Marina of the Year
  • International Marina of the Year
  • Superyacht Marina of the Year
  • Marina Employee of the Year
  • Sustainable Marina of the Year Award

Paul Knox-Johnston, Marketing Manager at Haven Knox-Johnston, said: “At Haven Knox-Johnston, we love being part of the boating community, and marinas play such an important role in the boating experience, often going above and beyond to bring people together.  We are looking forward to helping TYHA raise awareness of the great work that marinas do and helping them celebrate it in our own fun-filled way.”

Jon White, General Manager at The Yacht Harbour Association, added: “We are delighted that Haven Knox-Johnston are partnering with us to further develop the Marina Awards. The HK-J team brings new ideas and experiences which we look forward to using to the benefit of marinas and their berth holders across our membership in 29 countries.”  

The vote is now open and can be placed online at https://www.tyha.co.uk/marina-awards.  Voting closes at midnight on 27th August 2023.  Haven Knox-Johnston and TYHA will announce the winners at the Southampton Boat Show 2023 TYHA Awards Ceremony.