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Marina Management Software

From marina mayhem to Berth Control Good marina software doesn’t need to be flashy. It just needs to work - quietly, reliably, and under pressure. That’s what we deliver.

Marina software - implemented properly

Buying marina software is the easy part. 

Making it work in a live marina - with real boats arriving late, staff rotating seasonally, legacy data, pricing exceptions and pressure on the docks - is where most projects struggle. 

Berth Control specialises in implementing Marina Management Systems in a way that actually sticks. 

We focus on the messy middle - aligning software with how your marina really operates, so it supports your team instead of slowing them down. 

No theory. No over-engineering. Just systems that get used. 

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System review & selection

Not every marina needs the biggest or most complex platform. And the wrong choice can create years of workarounds. 

We start by understanding how your marina runs today - and where the pressure points really are. 

That includes: 

Understand how different vessel types, sizes and usage patterns impact berth allocation and occupancy. We help marinas optimise space, reduce idle capacity and improve overall utilisation.

Balance contracted long-term berth holders with higher-yield transient traffic. Get visibility into demand patterns so you can maximise revenue without compromising customer experience.

Manage yard storage, hardstand capacity and service workflows in one place. Improve turnaround times, reduce bottlenecks and coordinate maintenance and lift operations more efficiently.

 

Handle complex pricing models, seasonal rates, discounts and bundled services with confidence. Automate billing to reduce manual effort and minimise revenue leakage.

Gain clear reporting for operations, finance and governance. Support compliance requirements with structured data, audit trails and dashboards for stakeholders and regulators.

 

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Implementation & project management

Marina software projects fail when no one owns the detail. 

We run implementation like a working marina project: 

Agree a clear project scope and prioritise what matters most for your marina. We align objectives, constraints and success criteria so delivery stays focused and controlled.

Define responsibilities across internal teams, software vendors and service partners. This reduces ambiguity, speeds decision-making and keeps everyone accountable.

Build realistic delivery timelines that account for seasonal demand and operational constraints. We plan around peak periods to minimise disruption to marina operations.

 

Establish structured checkpoints to track progress, manage risks and adjust plans early. This ensures transparency and avoids last-minute issues or scope drift.

Launch

Data migration

Berth data, contracts, pricing rules and historical records are the backbone of your marina. 

We take a structured approach to migrating: 

Manage berth sizes, constraints, and allocation logic across your marina. Ensure the right vessel is in the right berth, maximise occupancy, and reduce manual rework.

Track customers, vessels, and ownership relationships in one place. Maintain clear records for compliance, billing accuracy, and operational clarity.

Manage long-term contracts, renewals, and terms with confidence. Avoid missed renewals and ensure consistent revenue visibility across your berth portfolio.

 

Handle complex pricing, utilities, and historical billing with full transparency. Maintain audit-ready records and simplify retrospective reporting and disputes.

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Integrations

Marinas don’t run on one system alone. 

We help connect your MMS with: 

Connect your marina platform to accounting and finance systems for automated invoicing, reconciliation, and financial reporting. Reduce manual processing and improve accuracy.

Integrate with leading payment gateways to automate recurring charges, deposits, and ad hoc payments. Improve cash flow and simplify customer payment experiences.

Connect customer records with CRM and communication tools to centralise interactions, automate notifications, and improve customer service workflows.

 

Integrate access control, fuel systems, and operational tools into a single platform. Streamline onsite operations and maintain a complete audit trail of activity.

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Training & change support

Marinas rely on people - many of them seasonal. 

We deliver practical, role-based training for: 

Equip front desk teams with real-time customer, berth, and billing data. Reduce manual lookups, speed up service, and improve the customer experience.

Give dockmasters clear visibility of berth occupancy, vessel movements, and operational tasks. Improve coordination and reduce on-water friction.

Coordinate yard teams, maintenance workflows, and external contractors in one system. Track jobs, approvals, and costs with full visibility.

 

Provide finance and management teams with accurate reporting, revenue visibility, and compliance-ready data. Support strategic decisions with reliable insights.

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Who this is built for?

This service is designed to work for:

  • Marina Managers and Owners who need control and visibility
  • Dockmasters who need clarity on the water
  • Front-desk teams handling bookings, arrivals and questions
  • Finance teams who need clean billing and reporting
  • Boaties who expect simple, professional experiences
  • Investors who want better commercial management of assets

What you gain.

Large ROI on key services include:

  • A single, trusted view of marina operations
  • Better utilisation of berths, yard and assets
  • Accurate, transparent billing and improved cashflow
  • Less reliance on spreadsheets and memory
  • Fewer surprises during peak season
  • A calmer, more professional experience - for staff and customers

Is this right for your marina?

This approach is a good fit if:

You’re juggling bookings, berth plans, yard work and billing across spreadsheets, emails or multiple systems
Your team spends too much time answering “Where am I berthed?” or “Why does this invoice look wrong?”
You want clearer control over berth utilisation, contracts and renewals — without overcomplicating things
Billing accuracy, cashflow and reconciliation matter (and currently cause pain)
You’re planning a system upgrade, replacement or rescue — and want it done properly
You have seasonal staff and need software that’s easy to learn and actually gets used
Yard, maintenance or contractor work needs better coordination and visibility
You want reliable data to support pricing, capex and growth decisions

This may not be the right fit if:

You’re only looking for a quick software licence with no implementation support
You want heavy customisation without changing any underlying processes
You’re not ready to standardise how bookings, billing and operations are handled

If most of the first list sounds familiar, you’re probably in the right place. 

Let’s have a practical conversation about what’s working, what isn’t - and what good could look like for your marina.