December 15, 2025: The Mumbai Port Authority (MbPA) has announced plans to develop a state-of-the-art yacht marina at Cross Island, near Princess and Victoria Docks, with an estimated cost of Rs 470 crore. The project, to be executed on an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) basis, will include major offshore works such as breakwaters, dredging, and the construction of an access road linking the shore to the marina. Parking and essential visitor amenities will also be provided, aiming to position Mumbai as a premier maritime and leisure hub.
A private operator will manage the marina under a 45-year concession and will invest an additional Rs 417.37 crore to develop onshore infrastructure across 4.2 hectares. The onshore facilities will include a yacht repair yard, clubhouse, hotel, restaurant, and commercial spaces catering to marina visitors and yacht owners.
The marina will be developed in three phases. The first phase will offer berthing for 424 yachts along with onshore facilities. The second phase will add capacity for 172 yachts, and the final phase will accommodate eight super-yachts. Waterside infrastructure will feature an approach trestle, breakwaters, berthing pontoons, gangways, and mooring bollards built on reclaimed land. The project will also include a dedicated yacht fuel station, addressing a long-standing need in Mumbai.
Currently, Mumbai lacks a structured marina despite the growing number of private yachts. About 200 small leisure boats are moored near the Gateway of India, often relying on slipways or tenders for boarding, maintenance, and refueling. The Cross Island Marina will provide safe berthing, easy maintenance, and refueling facilities, enhancing the experience for yacht owners and visitors.
MbPA officials highlighted that the marina could become a landmark in India’s maritime infrastructure, drive waterfront redevelopment, attract investment, and support commercial activities. The project is also expected to serve as a model for similar coastal developments across the country, reinforcing Mumbai’s strategic role in the leisure and maritime sectors.
Source: Prop News Time
