Vilamoura marks 50 years with Nova Marina launch

PORTUGAL: Marina de Vilamoura celebrated a historic 50-year milestone in November 2024 with a special ceremony attended by government officials and distinguished national and international guests. The occasion also marked the official launch of its new superyacht facility Nova Marina.

Nova Marina features three new pontoons and offers 68 berths for vessels of 20-40m (66-131ft). All have individual pump-out points, remote management services for water and electricity consumption and dedicated charging points for electric boats. The marina also features state-of-the-art desalination systems and photovoltaic energy generation for sustainability.
“We have transformed a visionary concept into an attractive destination that represents innovation, sophistication and a profound commitment to nautical excellence,” says Isolete Correia, CEO of Marina de Vilamoura and CEO of the master planner *Vilamoura. “From the beginning, we understood that a marina is not just about boats and berths, but also about an experience that connects people with the sea, fostering relationships and offering a broader vision of nautical culture.”
Developed in 1974 as the ambitious vision of Artur Cupertino de Miranda, Marina de Vilamoura has become Portugal’s largest and most prestigious marina, recognised with numerous international awards, including a rare 5 Gold Anchor Platinum certificate.
Marina de Vilamoura has evolved alongside the nautical market, growing from its original 612 berths to 1,000 at its peak. Today, it has 825 berths, catering to the demand for larger vessels and establishing itself as a renowned global tourist destination. “Over these 50 years, our journey symbolises much more than mere nautical infrastructure. Above all, we are creating a legacy that will define nautical excellence for future generations,” Correia adds.