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MARINA DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS

Expert Consulting for Marina Development Across New Zealand

With over 60 years of combined experience, our team of experts provides innovative, sustainable solutions to bring your marina projects from concept to completion.

Expert Marina Design & Feasibility Assessments

End-to-End Project & Construction Management

Sustainable Solutions for Coastal Development

Who We Are

Over 60 Years of Combined Experience.

Marina Development Partners is a premier consulting firm specializing in the complete lifecycle of marina development in New Zealand. With a combined experience of over 60 years, our team of seasoned professionals excels in turning visions into reality, from initial concept through to operational handover.

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Our Expertise

Our directors bring together unparalleled expertise across engineering, legal, planning, and construction management. We are committed to delivering innovative and sustainable marina solutions that respect and enhance New Zealand’s unique coastal environments.

Our Philosophy

We believe that access to the coast is a birth-right for all New Zealanders. Our development philosophy emphasizes respect for the environment and community involvement, aiming to enhance coastal access while providing secure and sustainable marina facilities.

What We Offer

We partner with our clients to guide them through every stage of marina development, from feasibility and consenting to design and construction. Our comprehensive approach and deep industry connections ensure that we deliver quality outcomes that meet the highest standards of excellence.

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Marina Concept Development and Feasibility Assessment

We investigate potential marina locations and layouts, completing feasibility assessments that consider environmental and planning constraints, consenting risks, commercial viability, and long-term operational requirements.

Project Consultation and Engagement

We lead public consultation and engagement processes, identifying key stakeholders and addressing issues facing potential marina sites to ensure community involvement and support.

Resource
Consenting

We design and manage a specialist team to obtain resource consent approval for marinas, navigating the complex regulatory landscape with expertise and precision.

Sales, Marketing, and Licensing Management

Our team manages the marketing and sales process for berths within marinas, developing all necessary project-specific documentation to ensure a smooth and successful launch.

Construction and Project Management

We procure construction contractors to build approved marinas and provide full project management, overseeing budgets and construction to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Operational Design and Configuration

We design operational structures for the long-term management of completed marinas, developing all necessary documentation and plans to ensure efficient and effective operations.

Ongoing Marina Management Services

We provide ongoing management services for marina owners through specialized agreements, using our experienced personnel to maintain high operational standards.

Development
Involvement

We offer consultancy services tailored to project needs, and prefer to joint venture with investors and marina owners to ensure successful developments from start to handover.

Comprehensive Marina Development Solutions

At Marina Development Partners, we offer a full range of services to guide your marina project from initial concept through to operational handover. Our team of experts is dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality outcomes for every project.

Our Team

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Scott Fickling is a founding partner and Director responsible for project concept design, feasibility, construction, and project management. With a deep understanding of maritime and marina development, Scott ensures that all projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget. His leadership in construction management and project completion have been instrumental in the successful completion of several high-profile maritime and marina projects.

Scott Fickling / Director, Construction & Project Management

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Kitt Littlejohn is a founding partner and Director of Marina Development Partners, and oversees project consenting evaluation, strategy, stakeholder engagement, and legal compliance. A qualified lawyer with 30 years' post-admission experience in property and resource management law, Kitt brings a unique skill set and perspective to natural resource development projects in New Zealand. His work has included major new marina projects (Orakei Marina at Okahu Bay; Waiheke Marina) as well as numerous maritime developments. Kitt is dedicated to enhancing community access to New Zealand’s coastal environment.

Kitt Littlejohn / Director, Legal & Planning

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Rob Brown is a Director and founding partner of Marina Development Partners, responsible for design, feasibility assessment, engineering, and construction oversight. With twenty years of experience in the marine industry, Rob is a Chartered Professional Engineer specializing in marina development. His extensive portfolio includes projects across Australasia, where he has taken concepts to completion, ensuring high standards and innovative solutions.

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