Ben Grigg | ICOMIA World Marina Conference Overview

Ben Grigg, Programme Director at ICOMIA, previews the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2027 and why Shanghai matters for the global marina industry.Taking place from 30 March to 2 April 2027, the conference will bring marina leaders, developers, investors and suppliers together as Asia-Pacific waterfront development accelerates. Ben explores the shift from marinas as places to berth boats towards integrated waterfront communities that deliver economic, social and environmental value.The episode also examines sustainability, emerging marina projects and a stronger commercial focus for 2027 - including business matchmaking and opportunities to understand where investment and development are moving across Asia.Key PointsAsia-Pacific is becoming a strategic marina growth market.Modern marinas must create wider community and economic value.Shanghai offers direct access to emerging commercial opportunities.The marina series of the ICOMIA Podcasts is supported by EliteMarinas.