Vilanova Grand Marina in Barcelona is a benchmark marina for superyachts in the Mediterranean. The marina offered two-week free dockage to the winners of this year’s Fraser Yachts Captains Dinner and Awards, held last Thursday 23rd September at the exclusive Yacht Club de Monaco. The winners are M/Y Touch, best Charter Crew under 40m; M/Y South, best Charter Crew over 40m; and Captain Butch Vogelsang of M/Y Dream, best Charter Captain of the Year.
Winners of the Fraser Yachts Captains Dinner and Awards
This is the second year the marina sponsors Fraser Yachts annual black tie gala function, which gathers captains and crew from around the world and is considered one of the most prestigious evenings in the Monaco Yacht Show calendar. The marina also delighted guests to this event with fine Spanish wine and Jabugo ham.
Management of Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona is highly satisfied with their attending the Monaco Yacht Show from 22nd to 25th September 2010. General Manager Ignacio Erroz comments: “We had a fair amount of interest from captains and visitors during the show. We are now coming up to our second winter season and we expect to accommodate around 25 superyachts in our facilities, which represents a 56% increase in comparison to last year’s occupancy”.
Vilanova Grand Marina Berthing
Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona
Just over a year after its opening in April 2009, Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona, Spain has become a reference point for superyachts thanks to its specialization, strategic location and outstanding facilities and services. It has 49 moorings from 25 to 80 metres and offers all necessary services to meet the requirements of captains, owners and crews, both concerning the boat and their own needs on land. It integrates a port infrastructure and a technical area for specialist repair and refitting of large boats. Its location, in the inner basin of Vilanova Port, surrounded by peaceful, clean waters, just 20 minutes drive from Barcelona International Airport, represents an important strategic value for owners and captains.
