In 2013, Shoreplan Engineering Limited and TOURISTICS were retained by the Municipality of Port Hope to prepare a business plan for a potential marina development in Port Hope. Shoreplan addressed issues of conceptual marina design, assessment and cost estimates. TOURISTICS addressed all issues of market demand, economic analysis and financial feasibility. The marina business plan study looked at options and opportunities for a potential new marina as well as for current marina operation with the view that a financially viable marina can be a strong catalyst in the further development of the waterfront and adjacent areas.
The study included a business case analysis of the two locations, the East Beach and the Inner Basin, and identified the potential and cost associated with each. The study also reviewed the current marina operations and provides recommendations for operational improvements.
The Municipality of Port Hope, in consultation with the Waterfront and Riverwalk Working Group, have begun the process to develop a revised Waterfront Master Plan, inclusive of the marina area. WSP Canada Inc. has been retained to work with the Municipality of Port Hope and engage the community and stakeholders to deliver a high-quality, achievable Master Plan. For more information, please visit the Waterfront Master Plan webpage.
For a copy of the 2013 Marina Business Plan please contact us by phone at 905-885-8760 or email.