MDL Marinas has been named an official participant in Blue Wake, the Monaco Yacht Show’s initiative promoting environmentally sustainable solutions in the superyacht and marina industries. The selection, following a review of MDL’s application by the Water Revolution Foundation, acknowledges the operator’s efforts to decarbonise marina operations.
Between 2022 and 2025, MDL reports a 54 per cent reduction in operational carbon emissions. This reduction is supported by a switch to 100 per cent renewable electricity and the roll-out of solar PV across 18 marina and boatyard sites. The company is also the first UK marina operator to apply the internationally recognised BREEAM sustainability framework to marine environments, using it to guide refurbishment, new-build and development projects.
MDL’s solar programme continues to expand, with installations across its network generating 101,918 kWh (≈102 MWh) in May 2025, its highest monthly output to date. Over the past 12 months, output has reached 601,128 kWh, providing an annual saving of more than £144,000 compared with grid electricity. Live solar dashboards showing real-time site-level performance and cumulative generation are available on the MDL website.
“Our Blue Wake recognition validates the substantial infrastructure investments we’ve made in sustainable technologies,” says Steve Russell, head of property infrastructure at MDL Marinas. “The 54 per cent carbon reduction demonstrates that environmental responsibility and operational efficiency go hand in hand.
“Our solar programme alone has delivered over £144,000 in annual savings whilst significantly reducing our environmental impact. This achievement reflects our team’s commitment to leading sustainable marina development across the UK.”
The Monaco Yacht Show is held each September in Port Hercule.
Tim Mayer, sales and marketing director at MDL Marinas, adds: “Being recognised as part of the Monaco Yacht Show’s Blue Wake programme is a proud moment for MDL. It reflects the sustained investment we’ve made to reduce our emissions as part of our #greenermarinas strategy, in our mission to become the UK’s most sustainable marina group; from moving to 100 per cent renewable electricity and scaling on-site solar, to applying BREEAM as the sustainability benchmark for marinas.
“These actions are helping us not only cut carbon but also build resilience for our customers and tenants.”
As a Blue Wake participant, MDL’s initiatives will be featured across the Monaco Yacht Show’s communication channels, highlighted on the event’s interactive map and considered for the Blue Wake Awards, presented during the show’s Grand Opening Night.
MDL Marinas will exhibit on the BM Superyacht UK stand at Monaco Yacht Show. Industry partners and media interested in its environmental programme are invited to contact Tim Mayer via email to arrange meetings during the event.
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