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Ramaphosa says AGOA still alive as trade talks continue in US
The South African president is in Washington to discuss trade relations with Trump
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South Africa to offer Musk Starlink deal ahead of Trump meeting
The deal would allow SpaceX to circumvent black economic empowerment legislation
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SA cat builder announces “groundbreaking” sustainability project
Phoenix Marine says pioneering bioresin/recycling collaboration could halve its environmental impact
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SABBEX makes tariff submission ahead of expected trade talks in the US
The South African Boat Builders Export Council has compiled a position paper detailing the potential impact of US tariffs on local marine manufacturing
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Fraser Yachts CEO to speak at African Boating Conference
Anders Kurtén’s keynote will explore actionable strategies for aligning commercial success with environmental responsibility
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Southern Ropes appoints world-famous salvor as brand ambassador
Captain Nick Sloane is best known for successfully salvaging the wrecked cruise ship Costa Concordia
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New Egyptian initiative to test potential sailing route
The state-supported ‘Sail Le Nil’ trial leaves today from Cairo to Damietta and back
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SA importer prioritises European boat brands amid tariff uncertainty
Luxury boats from the EU currently enjoy duty-free access into the South African market
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Africa – opportunity knocks as continent’s marine industry evolves
Vanessa Davidson, CEO of South Africa marine industry association SABBEX, gives the lowdown on the current marine industry market in Africa, touching on key markets, regulations, marina development, superyachts, crew, and industry challenges
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Southern Wind expands South African skills training programme
The move is in response to a skills deficit impacting the SA boatbuilding sector
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Robertson & Caine CEO to deliver African Boating Conference keynote
Theo Loock will provide key insights into Africa’s standing in the global boating sector
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Gemini Marine up and running in new Cape Town factory
New factory in Blackheath features various upgrades and improved efficiencies
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SA surveyor shortage adds to skills shortage headache
South African boatbuilders raise concerns at Cape Town careers conference
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SA Trade Minister to meet US officials on Friday amid tariff impasse
Parks Tau is due to meet a US representative in the first engagement since Trump’s tariff announcement
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Lesotho licenses Starlink as impasse continues in SA
Foreign Minister denies move is linked to negotiations around US government’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on Lesotho’s US exports
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South African marina scrambles to contain diesel spill
V&A Waterfront calls in private contractor following syncrolift accident at Cape Town Port
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Yacht Club de Monaco partners with Cairo Yacht Club
New agreement will help further Egypt’s yacht tourism plans
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South Africa will avoid ‘race to the bottom’ with retaliatory tariff
The country remains committed to constructive bilateral relations with the US
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South Africa tackles Cape Town port woes with private sector invite
Port bottlenecks periodically delay both boat exports and imports of key supplies
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SABBEX to seek clarity on new Trump tariff
The South African Boat Builders Export Council will engage with the SA government regarding the implications of the new 30% tax