September 17th, 2024 – IGY Marinas, a subsidiary of superyacht services company MarineMax, appointed Steven English as Chief Executive Officer.
English joined IGY in 2007 as Executive Vice President overseeing dispositions and joint ventures in marinas across Europe and the Middle East, before transitioning to the role of Executive Vice President when IGY was acquired by MarineMax from Island Capital Group in October 2022.
“Steve’s extensive international experience, proven industry leadership, and deep understanding of IGY’s portfolio make him the ideal person to lead IGY into its next chapter of growth and innovation,” stated Brett McGill, Chief Executive Officer and President of MarineMax. “Since joining IGY in 2007 he has contributed significantly to its success, helping extend our global reach to 23 marinas across 13 countries. Among his key accomplishments, Steve has spearheaded IGY’s expansion into key markets such as the Cote d’Azur and the Middle East, grown our IGY Trident Program, and advanced IGY’s strategic alliances and brand worldwide.”
IGY Marinas is closely involved in several projects within the Middle East superyacht sector. In June 2023, the company announced its involvement in developing and operating a superyacht marina in Sindalah, part of the upcoming luxury destination NEOM in Saudi Arabia. The marina is set to be located on the north coast of the Red Sea and will be one of the first to welcome visitors, operating at an 86-berth capacity for vessels up to 50 meters in length. Dry dock facilities will be available for superyachts up to 180 meters in length.
“Over my long association with IGY, I have had the privilege of working with a talented team dedicated to enhancing IGY’s position as the global leader in the marina industry and delivering exceptional value to our clients and partners around the world,” Mr. English said. “As CEO, I look forward to building on our success through new projects, such as IGY Savannah Harbor Marina in the United States and Sindalah Island Marina, a new luxury destination in Saudi Arabia. These and other exciting initiatives embody the next phase of IGY’s innovation and growth, and I’m thrilled to be leading that effort for MarineMax.”