Article by ONBOARD Magazine
The Spanish coast together with the Balearics offer some of the best cruising waters in the Mediterranean, accompanied by an abundance of cultural sites. But when you are cruising in these Spanish waters just who do you talk to about customs, berths, arranging a unique itinerary on the coast or where to get your provisions?
IBZ YACHT SERVICES
Situated in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea you will discover the treasured islands of Ibiza and Formentera. Dive deep into the natural caves, embrace the world-famous sunset and enjoy all the exclusive events. IBZ Yacht Agents are an official agents with almost 10 years of experience in the yachting world. With their local and experienced staff, they are prepared to assist and fulfill all the crew and guests needs. IBZ Yacht Services will make your dreams an incomparable reality. Berth reservations, charters, assistance with customs and legal procedures, V.I.P. reservations, a full concierge service,
provisioning and itinerary planning. An important part of visiting the waters around the islands is to be aware of anchoring restrictions. IBZ are able to supply maps and advice in this area. The protection and conservation of the seabed and seagrass meadows is a subject close to the hearts of IBZ, so they will supply you with the relevant anchoring maps and notify you of the local rules for black and grey water discharge. With the wide range of services from IBZ your stay in the islands couldn’t be easier.
For more details Tel: +34 655 626 068
or visit www.ibzyachtservices.com
LANTIMAR YACHTING
Lantimar Yachting represents the yachting arm of Lantimar Group. With a journey of the three decades on the scene, Lantimar Group is now synonym of bespoke and outstanding service. No matter which service, you will always be wonderfully cared by any of our team members. A full crew of skilled professionals will be at your side anytime offering you quality with enthusiasm. Since the establishment of the company in 1992, Lantimar Yachting has been growing and increasing its services portfolio positioning itself as one of the most trusted yacht agents in Balearic Islands and Spain.
Our three main departments are:
CONCIERGE SERVICES: We are now at the forefront of the yachting scene, constantly striving to an excellent and tailormade assistance both to captains, crew members, management companies and guests on board.
TPA – INWARD PROCESSING: Inward Processing is an EU fiscal regime which allows vessels under temporary admission with non-EU owner, non-EU flag to do repairs and maintenance without 21% VAT. As your fiscal representative, rely on us for a smooth and efficient refit management.
BUNKER: Lantimar Group fully owns a Fuel Bunker broker Agency operating worldwide: MULINATIONAL FUELING. We can offer a complete bunkering service for yachts, cruise ships, merchant and navy army, including advice on duty and tax regulations for fueling.
For more details Tel: +34 971 702 050 or visit www.lantimar.com
IGY MARINA MALAGA
IGY Málaga Marina is a dedicated superyacht marina that boasts 33 berths for superyachts between 20 and 180 metres with a maximum draft of 9m. IGY Marinas is partnering with Ocean Capital Partners and the Port Authority of Málaga as the development of IGY Málaga Marina continues to add many of the amenities and services that you have come to expect from an IGY Marina. The facilities include; on- site dinning and shopping, office facilities, waste collection and recycling, full vessel concierge services with a crew centre and grey and blackwater pump-out facilities coming soon in the new development project. Warm smiles await your arrival with friendly staff ready to assist, whether you’re staying at the marina for an extended vacation or simply passing through for your Mediterranean charter. As an added benefit the marina is of course part of the unique Anchor Club Rewards Program for captains or yacht owners. The IGY Anchor Club Rewards
programme allows you to accumulate points each time you dock at a participating IGY marina. The IGY Loyalty Rewards programme provides gift cards for you to purchase many great items. When you earn enough points you can choose a denomination of gift card and you will receive an email to choose the gift card that you would like. Their new programme offers international Mastercard reward cards, donations to charity and gift cards for many of your favourite stores, activities and global brands.
For more details visit www.igymarinas.com
ALCAIDESA MARINA
Alcaidesa Marina is strategically located in the Gibraltar Strait, the gateway to the Mediterranean. The natural harbour offers excellent shelter, deep water berths and first class facilities to visiting yachts throughout the year, as well as quick and easy access to Gibraltar’s international airport and other main logistics hubs. The marina boasts over 600 berths ranging between 8m and 90m together with modern boatyard facilities and specialist workshops for any refit or repairs required during your stay. It is also protected 24/7 by CCTV and security staff. The marina’s modern facilities are manned seven days a week by English and Spanish speaking staff who understand the requirements of professional superyacht crews and who deliver a first class service. As part of the marina’s extended services, Peninsula, the global leading supplier of marine fuel, is on site to deliver tax free fuel for vessels within the marina. Whether you are west bound for the Caribbean season or entering the Mediterranean for the busy summer season, Alcaidesa offers a safe haven during transit, first class facilities and a friendly and professional service.
For more details Tel: +34 956 021 660
or visit www.alcaidesamarina.com
IGY MALAGA SAN ANDREAS MARINA
As one of the newest members to the IGY Marinas family, the group has been awarded a 50 year concession to develop and operate the marina. Upon its completion in 2024, Málaga San Andres Marina will consist of approximately 600 berths for vessels of all sizes, from small leisure craft to luxury yachts up to 60 metres. The project will include commercial real estate area designed by renowned Spanish architect José Seguí. The 8,000 square metre landside development will consist of entertainment, restaurants, and luxury retail amenities, as well as events spaces and a sailing school. In alignment with IGY brand standards, amenities and services will include on- site parking with 400 parking spaces, crew facilities, fuelling, concierge services, waste recycling, and security. The project is located steps from the heart of the historic city and 20 minutes from the airport. Consistent with the new concessionaire’s commitment to environmental and social governance (ESG), the project will minimise energy consumption with bioclimatic building design, photovoltaic power generation, aerothermal air- conditioning and other systems while emphasising sustainability.
For more details visit www.igymarinas.com
