New look for the port of Corfu. D-Marin has completed a redevelopment project worth 8.5 million euros a Gouvia Marina, Corfu’s main marina, which now has new berths, modernized infrastructure and an expanded digital system for managing services.
Strategically located between the Adriatic and the Mediterranean, the marina is a hub for both transit yacht traffic and local boating.
New berths and landscaping
The project resulted in the creation of 104 new berths for boats up to 50 meters, the expansion of parking areas and the addition of 6,000 m² of land space designated for storage. At the same time, the waterfront was turned into a pedestrian zone, some of the interior streets were resurfaced, and the toilets and showers were completely renovated.
The redevelopment included a major reorganization of green spaces, with the planting of more than 2,000 trees and plants. A playground and a small amphitheater, designed to host concerts, cultural events and outdoor film screenings, were also built.
The enhancement of digital infrastructure
The marina has been equipped with new smart pedestals, which allow boaters to monitor water and electricity consumption via D-Marin’s mobile app. Wi-Fi coverage has also been extended to the entire port area.
Measures introduced include high-pressure water filtration systems, new fire detection systems and emergency alarms, LED lighting, and electric vehicle charging stations. Work has also been carried out to improve accessibility and additional landscaping.
“The upgrade of Gouvia Marina goes far beyond infrastructure – said Ioannis Koutsodontis, regional director of D-Marin Greece -.. It is a complete transformation that combines construction excellence, technological innovation and sustainability while creating a premium, open, vibrant destination that is closely connected to the local community of Corfu.”
The navy’s first photovoltaic system
Gouvia Marina also completed its first solar installation: a photovoltaic system of 100 kWp, capable of generating about 167 MWh per year, thus covering approximately 20% of the facility’s operational electricity needs.
“Gouvia Marina’s new solar installation reflects D-Marin’s continued progress on its decarbonization journey and represents our first Greek marina to produce renewable energy on site – commented Korina Kostakaki, head of sustainability and health and safety at D-Marin Greece -.. The project complements the 5 MW of solar capacity already installed in our marinas in Turkey, Croatia and Italy, supporting our SBTi commitment and our ambition to reduce emissions by 42 percent by 2030.”
The intervention was implemented with the support of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan “Greece 2.0”, funded by the European Union through the NextGenerationEU.
