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1st Sea Tourism Summit deemed a success despite teething troubles
The Düsseldorf Boat Show program started early today with the launch edition of the one-day Sea Tourism Summit, an innovative initiative by boot Düsseldorf and The Economist
Too many boatbuilders, supply chain improvements needed – industry challenges highlighted at summit
In the session entitled ‘Shipbuilding and yachting and what lies ahead’ at today’s Sea Tourism Summit as part of Boot Düsseldorf, a series of key recommendations were put forward by the panel to address the challenges which the industry faces.
FPT Industrial to supply engines to Yanmar
Italian engine specialist FPT Industrial has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Yanmar to develop and supply marine engines.
US builder Invincible sets out international expansion plans
2020 to be heavily focused on new catamaran models as Florida-based builder expands factory and workforce
US powerboat registrations increased in late 2019
A strong second half of the year for US boat sales helped boost powerboat registrations to 275,00 units through last November, up 6% on a rolling three-month year-over-year basis, but down 1% on a rolling 12-month year-over-year, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).
Horizon Yachts unveils two new models for 2020
Horizon Yachts used its bi-annual Open House event in Taiwan to unveil its newest additions to the expanding FD Series.
5th Thailand Yacht Show achieves strong results
The fifth edition of the Thailand Yacht Show was held at Royal Phuket Marina from January 9-12 with a wide range of yachts, marine equipment and lifestyle products on display. Now firmly established as a consumer boat show in Thailand, the event is well-supported by key regional distributors including Asia ...
Ecoworks Marine appoints Dutch distributor
Ecoworks Marine in the UK has chosen Dutch distributor Belship to represent its sustainable interior and exterior cleaning products range in Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Germany.
EBI | Jean-Pierre Goudant
The European Boating Industry association (EBI) is set to tackle boating’s toughest challenges. IBI Chairman Nick Hopkinson interviews Jean-Pierre Goudant, the group’s new president and formerly part of the senior management teams at some of industry’s largest companies
Vanemar | Mevlüt Şahin
Turkey has earned a reputation for heavy industry and quality manufacturing but new consumer electronics firm Vanemar is evidence of a new generation of Turkish entrepreneurs rewriting the playbook, and setting its sights on the competitive boat monitoring sector
2019 METSTRADE CATALOGUE
Published by IBI, the 2019 METSTRADE Catalogue is available for download here
Arksen launches ‘game changing’ syndicate for sustainable marine travel
Builder announces new Adventure Syndicate offering access to a multi-year cruising program
Philippe Briand unveils new ‘zero emissions’ sailing superyacht concept
UK-based naval architect and yacht designer Philippe Briand has unveiled his new sailing superyacht concept, the SY200.
NEW IBI 2020 SHOW CALENDAR
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Decking
With mature teak becoming ever rarer and more expensive, there has been a big swing towards greener alternatives. IBI investigates the latest deck covering trends, options and technologies available to yards and owners today
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16-19 January 2020, Georgia, USA
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17-26 January 2020, Ontario, Canada
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