La Marina de Bercy

La Marina de Bercy offers exquisite dining cruises along the Seine River in Paris, combining culinary excellence with stunning views of the city’s iconic landmarks. La Marina de Bercy, founded in 1999, specializes in providing dining experiences on the Seine River. The company is headquartered in France and operates primarily in the Paris region. In June 2015, Ekkio Capital acquired La Marina de Bercy, although specific financial terms were not disclosed.

The founder's background and previous ventures are not publicly documented. Marina de Paris specializes in providing dining cruises along the Seine River in Paris. The company offers three primary types of dinner cruises: the Maxim’s dinner cruise, which lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes and provides an upscale dining experience; the Discovery dinner cruise, a 1 hour and 15-minute option; and the Flavors dinner cruise, lasting 2 hours. Each cruise features traditional French cuisine prepared with seasonal ingredients by a professional culinary team, along with a selection of wines and champagnes curated by a sommelier.

The customer base consists largely of tourists and locals seeking memorable dining experiences for special occasions, such as anniversaries, weddings, and corporate events. Marina de Paris primarily operates in the Parisian market, attracting both international visitors and local residents looking for unique dining options. In 2018, Marina de Paris generated revenue of EUR 10,322,219. 90 with an EBITDA of EUR 975,204.

80. Revenue is primarily derived from ticket sales for its dining cruises, with pricing structures based on the type and duration of the cruise selected. The Maxim’s dinner cruise is priced starting at EUR 149 per person, while the Discovery and Flavors dinner cruises start at EUR 70 and EUR 75, respectively. The company also accommodates group bookings and private events, enhancing revenue through customized dining experiences for corporate clients and special occasions.

La Marina de Bercy aims to expand its dining cruise offerings and enhance customer experiences with innovative dining concepts scheduled for launch in the forthcoming year. The company is exploring expansion opportunities beyond Paris, targeting other major French cities by 2025. Recent funding from the acquisition by Ekkio Capital will support these initiatives, facilitating growth and operational enhancements to meet the anticipated demand.