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Comment | Spars and bars: Top drawer design
It may not be sexy, but good stowage is vital for the smooth running and safety of a yacht — and its crew
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Marketplace | Onboard lighting: Light fantastic
In the race for leadership of the onboard lighting market there’s one new technology that has rapidly forged ahead. And now a new technical advance looks set to give LEDs a further major boost
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SPECIAL REPORT | Marketing: Social Media - Social Media and the Superyacht
Facebook and Twitter are among powerful new tools being used by superyacht companies to reach out and connect with existing — and potential — customers
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Collaboration | Bodotex and Luffe Yachts
When it was time to abandon open moulding Denmark’s Luffe Yachts turned to local infusion specialist Bodotex Composites for advice — and it’s delighted with the results
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SPECIAL REPORT | British Virgin Islands: You can bank on it
The British Virgin Islands has long been a popular home port for yachts less than 150t. but now with new Category 1 status, It’s keen to establish itself as a leading superyacht centre
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Feature | Composites: Closed mould technology - Preparing for 3d infusion
In Europe the change from open mould layup to resin infusion continues to gather pace and now 3D infusion is becoming more widely used. But what exactly is it?
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New products | Lightweight advantages
Artisanal carpentry combines with modern materials to create silverlining’s weight saving coffee table — with an optical illusion at its base
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Event | Business: Antibes Yacht Show Preview - Hoping for sunshine
As the winter gloom lifts, Antibes Yacht Show should be a boost for the superyacht industry
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Consumer spending | Part 2: Industry responses to new buying styles
With recovery still not widespread, what are the early signs of new trends in marine consumer spending? IBI canvasses opinions from the boating sector
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Consumer spending | Part 1: How will consumer trends affect us?
In a pair of articles, IBI explores the potential impact of the latest tendencies in luxury spending on the marine industry. Here we provide an overview of current trends as observed by the major players of the luxury goods industry
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Infrastructure | Bigger in the Balearics
It has always been one of the Mediterranean’s most attractive destinations, and now Mallorca is about to open a new marina facility aimed directly at the superyacht community
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Yard insight | RMK Turkey: Turkish teamwork
RMK Marine has invested heavily to become the world’s most advanced vacuum-infusion facility. Now it is building Oyster’s latest superyachts
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Design and Innovation | Wing shaped
Ten years ago, Wally built a prototype wing sail. now, Emboldened by success in the recent America’s Cup, Luca bassani is introducing the concept to his superyachts
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Refit and repair | Second chance for Merrill-Stevens
The outlook was grim for the Florida refitter merrill-stevens when operations ceased before christmas, but the determination of an ex-employee has attracted new projects
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New build | Round-up: French resistance
As other countries’ superyacht industries continue to struggle, France is managing to keep a steady course through the crisis
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The interview | Jim Ruffolo
The head of Burger Boat explains how team building has kept the US yard strong
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Legal column | Financing superyachts
Banks are still willing to lend to ‘good risk’ clients — but they continue to insist on rigourous conditions
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Industry Insider | Head of marine: Spanish government - Isabel Durántez
Ex-magistrate Isabel Durántez is using her legal expertise to initiate substantial changes to Spanish boating legislation
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Design and Innovation | Fuel saving
Rigorous testing in the commercial sector has prepared the Fitch fuel catalyst for use in superyachting — with welcome increases in fuel efficiency, emission quality and cost savings
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World news focus | Factory showrooms: Showrooms, road tours and national chains
US boatbuilders are seeking new outlets to navigate a changed industry