The owner of an online marine website directory is selling the business due to a lack of time for marketing and development, and an impending move abroad with limited internet access. Established in August 2007, the website was created to fill a market gap, serving as a comprehensive one-stop portal for marine-related interests, providing resources for boat owners seeking spare parts, finance, and insurance, among others. The site operates with software that includes a full content management system and a WYSIWYG editor, allowing business listings created by paying companies to be moderated and published upon approval. Designed with SEO tools, the website has been submitted to numerous web directories and has established high-ranking link exchanges to enhance visibility.
Included in the sale is ownership of a Limited company, full access to the website and its contents, professional banners, artwork, promotional materials, and a database of contacts within the marine industry. Google Analytics and Webmaster Tools are already set up for analysis of site performance. Revenue streams include listing subscriptions, affiliate accounts, Google AdWords, and potential through privilege cards and banner advertisements. Despite limited promotion, site traffic has been primarily driven by Google and Yahoo, signaling significant growth potential once marketed effectively. The owner has prepared detailed business information available via PDF for interested buyers upon request.
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