A new, fully automated drystack marina is to be built in North Bimini, Bahamas as a joint venture between marina management company F3 Marina, developer of the F3 Marina Fort Lauderdale drystack in 2021, and RAV Bahamas Ltd, developer of the Bimini Bay Resort and Marina and Rockwell Island Estates.
F3 Marina Bimini will be targeted at the high end of the boating market with sophisticated concierge, and racking for boats up to 17m (56ft) in length.
Only 48 miles from Florida’s east coast, North Bimini is easily reached by ferry, private boat or plane. Its pristine beaches and reputation as a major game fishing destination has made the Bahamian island popular with visitors from Florida and beyond. There is currently no drystack storage available on the island and boaters are required to tie up at wet slips and thus become exposed to inclement weather including hurricanes. This is a significant problem for local boat owners but especially problematic for Floridians as negotiating the Gulf Stream, running north between the US mainland and Bimini, can make for a difficult crossing. The new drystack will give them a safe alternative to keeping their boats on the island, and many island residents will also welcome the opportunity to store boats in a hurricane-rated facility and out of the elements. F3 Marina Bimini will offer covered storage for around 128 vessels up to 56ft (17m) in length and targets the high end of the boating market with concierge facilities in a first-class facility that offers transportation to and from the airport. Most slips will be available to rent but a smaller percentage up for sale. “F3 Marina Bimini will provide boaters with a true luxury experience from the time they arrive on the island,” says F3 Marina president John Matheson. “This will completely change the boating landscape on North Bimini, providing a new level of service and peace of mind for boaters to enjoy.” To further enhance destination appeal and continue the growth of residential opportunities in North Bimini, the luxury resort brand Banyan Tree Hotel and Residences has also committed to its first Caribbean development in Bimini. The resort is on track to open in early 2025 with a 50-suite, 54-residence property.
