D-MARIN acquired by INFRAVIA CAPITAL

D-Marin has been acquired by InfraVia Capital Partners, marking the transfer of CVC Capital Partners VII’s equity stake to InfraVia’s European Fund VI. The transaction follows a period of accelerated growth for D-Marin, during which the portfolio expanded to 28 marinas in nine countries and introduced a digitally integrated customer platform. The sale was executed under standard conditions precedent, with regulatory approvals and customary closing requirements pending. InfraVia’s rationale centers on extending its infrastructure portfolio into the premium marina segment, where asset scarcity and rising yachting demand provide defensive revenue characteristics. The firm intends to leverage its expertise in transport‑related assets to standardize operational processes, invest in further digital enhancements and pursue additional acquisitions that increase network density in fragmented Mediterranean markets. InfraVia anticipates that the combination of D-Marin’s established brand, high‑quality assets and existing management team will accelerate scale and improve margins. Post‑closing, InfraVia plans to retain the current executive leadership while introducing board members to oversee strategic initiatives. Expected outcomes include a coordinated expansion of berth capacity, optimization of boatyard services and the rollout of a unified reservation system across all locations. The enhanced platform is projected to improve customer retention, generate incremental ancillary revenue and solidify D-Marin’s position in a market defined by limited supply and growing luxury leisure demand.

It is worth noting that the fund Cvc took control of D-Marin through an LBO in 2020.