D-Marin, the distinguished brand of premium marinas, is starting to work on the Livorno marina, which will be one of the favorite locations of marine tourism in Livorno, Italy, in cooperation with Azimut|Benetti Group.
D-Marin, the choice of premium marinas, will start the construction of Livorno marina, which is prepared to become one of the prestigious yachting destinations of the Mediterranean, which was implemented with the aim of growing marine tourism in cooperation with Azimut|Benetti Group, the first global leading private group in the yachting industry.
At the press conference held with the participation of important stakeholders in cooperation with Livorno Municipality, D-Marin and Azimut|Benetti Group announced that construction at Livorno Marina will start in April 2024.
Azimut|Benetti Group and D-Marin joint venture will bring one of the most important marinas of the Mediterranean, designed by Florentine Archea, to the city of Livorno. While the project is expected to be completed in June 2026, the first sections of Livorno Marina will be available to yachtsmen before this date. Within the scope of the project, there will be a total of 815 docks in the marina.
The project will be realized with an investment of approximately 14-15 million euros; It includes the renovation of docks, meeting spaces and world-class leisure and entertainment areas. An area larger than 220 m2 will be reserved for restaurants, 60 m2 for bars, and 250 m2 for offices.
Livorno Marina's environmental identity was designed with the strong determination of Azimut|Benetti Group and D-Marin to leave sustainable marinas to future generations. Natural elements such as trees and fences will be used instead of railings in the marina, solar panels will produce a significant part of the energy, and recycled rainwater will be used to irrigate green areas.
Livorno Mayor Luca Salvetti said in his statement: “Livorno will have its own marina. After 16 years, in early December, the procedure for the actual granting of the concession was completed and signed. As a result, work will soon begin on the construction of the marina, which will enrich a part of Livorno connecting the city center to the seaside. “This represents a new milestone in the development, growth and transformation of the city, which will benefit from the revival of the local economy in terms of both tourism and employment.” said.
Stating that they have been working with institutions and the local community for 20 years to realize the Porta Mare project, Paolo Vitelli, founder of Azimut|Benetti Group, said:
“Today, we are proud to launch the final version of the plan, which has been approved and appreciated by all relevant stakeholders. Livorno Marina will be a state-of-the-art structure. The historic Medici port is becoming part of a modern, beautiful and environmentally friendly marina open to the city and international yachtsmen. To further strengthen the project, we recently partnered with D-Marin, the largest and most successful marina operator in the Mediterranean. “This collaboration will ensure the provision of high-quality management and innovative services to national and international boat owners coming to Livorno.”
“It will be one of the most prestigious marinas in the Mediterranean.” D-Marin Italy General Manager Nicolo Caffo said, “D-Marin has full faith in Livorno. This will be one of the most prestigious marinas in the Mediterranean, built on first-class customer experience, commercial excellence, sustainability commitments and shared values rooted in innovation. D-Marin, in partnership with Azimut|Benetti Group, will ensure that Livorno Marina develops and becomes the famous yachting center we know.” made the statement.