ICOMIA Podcast

In this ICOMIA Podcast episode, Peter Wallbank of August Race explains why MARPOL matters for the recreational marine and superyacht sector. The conversation explores how boat cleaning products, marina operations and supplier choices can create compliance risks when discharged into the marine environment. Wallbank highlights the gap between commercial maritime practice and leisure marine awareness...

ICOMIA CEO Joe Lynch and ICOMIA Marinas Group Chair Jon White discuss the official launch of the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2027 , which will take place in Shanghai, China, from 30 March to 2 April 2027. The marina series of the ICOMIA Podcasts is supported by EliteMarinas .

This episode explores how the ICOMIA Asia Working Group is addressing fragmentation across Southeast Asia’s yachting ecosystem. Wade Pearce shares insights on aligning marina standards, improving cross-border collaboration, and strengthening industry communication. With infrastructure largely privately owned and regulatory frameworks inconsistent, the discussion highlights the need for unified dat...

In this ICOMIA Podcast episode, Ben Taylor speaks with Robert Parton , owner of Aqueduct Marina and President of British Marine , about the evolving economics of inland waterways. From building a 150-berth marina into a fully integrated, one-stop canal boat hub, to successfully lobbying government on business rates reform, this conversation explores the commercial realities behind UK inland marine...

From superyachts in Palma to traditional fishing boats in the Balearics, Spain’s marine landscape is diverse and world-class - yet its nautical culture is still evolving. In this episode, Fernando from ANEN shares why hosting the ICOMIA Congress is a milestone for Spain’s marine sector, and how the organisation is working to make boating accessible beyond the millionaire stereotype. We explore str...