Magma Structures Bags Top Maritime Innovation Award for Sky-High Superyacht Masts
Portsmouth’s own Magma Structures has clinched the prestigious Maritime Innovation Award, handed out by the Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) with QinetiQ. The accolade was handed to Magma’s Managing Director, Clive Johnson, at a glitzy ceremony at London’s 1 Hotel.
Record-Breaking Composite Masts for Superyacht ‘A’
Magma Structures earned the gong for engineering the world’s tallest carbon composite masts — towering over 90 metres high — for the mega 1 Superyacht ‘A’. These colossal structures took over four years of design and manufacture to perfect at Magma’s Portsmouth waterside facility.
The mast trio isn’t just tall, they’re tough: built to withstand bending forces twice greater than those on a Boeing Dreamliner wing. Each mast rotates on complex side-mounted ‘wings,’ cranking up the engineering challenge.
Innovation that Transforms the Maritime World
The annual RINA award celebrates breakthrough advances that reshape marine vessel design, construction, and performance. In a cut-throat industry reliant on innovation, this accolade is a shining badge of honour.
Industry Praise for Magma’s Cutting-Edge Work
“We are thrilled to receive the RINA-QinetiQ Maritime Innovation Award,” said Clive Johnson. “It’s a brilliant recognition of the team’s dedication over four years bringing these incredible composite masts to life.”
“Magma Structures are most worthy winners of the 2015 Maritime Innovation Award,” added Trevor Blakeley, RINA’s Chief Executive. “Their skill, innovation, and commitment make them proud ambassadors for the industry.”
