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SPECIAL REPORT | FERETTI: The rise after the fall

2009-06-01T13:34:00Z

After the financial rollercoaster ride of the last six months, Ferretti Group’s founder talks to IBI about the bid to save the Italian boatbuilder and what the future now holds for its extensive portfolio

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SPECIAL REPORT | Going green: Is green the new big?

2009-06-01T13:08:00Z

The industry is at a crossroads. Should it now be promoting conspicuous consumption or environmental consciousness?

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Design and Innovation | Composite fibres replace wood grain

2009-06-01T13:04:00Z

When a Texas businessman acquired a 1920s schooner, destined to join the classic racing circuit, a solution to the problem of matching new materials to an old look needed to be found

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WoodenBoat Show to feature range of new and classic yachts

2009-06-01T12:29:00Z

The show at Mystic Seaport will have 180 exhibitors as well as over 100 boats

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BUSINESS REPORT | TURKEY: Turkish superyacht builders

2009-06-01T11:29:00Z

Turkey’s superyacht builders came into their own during the 1990s. The boom continues as yards aim beyond the present downturn

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BUSINESS REPORT | TURKEY: Turkish marine Equipment

2009-06-01T11:26:00Z

Exports may be down but Turkish marine manufacturers and dealers are confident in room for growth at home and abroad

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BUSINESS REPORT | TURKEY: Turkish boatbuilders, dealers & brokers

2009-06-01T11:24:00Z

Superyachts may have raised Turkey’s profile but the Turkish boat offering is diverse, catering for export and domestic markets

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BUSINESS REPORT | TURKEY: Playing catch-up

2009-06-01T11:21:00Z

Stunted by unfavourable legislation, Turkey’s marine industry now has to face the downturn. But local companies are resolute that Turkey’s potential will be realised

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SHOW REVIEW | SHANGHAI 2009: Looking east

2009-06-01T11:07:00Z

China’s leading boat show generates good attendance and business opportunities

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Comment | Spars and bars: Safety first

2009-06-01T11:03:00Z

Lessons need to be learned from the horrific accident that recently cost the limb of a sailor onboard

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Industry Insider | Jorge Nasseh

2009-06-01T11:01:00Z

The vice president of Brazil’s boatbuilding association talks to IBI about the challenges now facing his country’s marine industry after years of healthy growth.

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Interview | Andy Lawrence: Princess Yachts International

2009-06-01T10:59:00Z

Aesthetic appeal has always been essential for market success. But, according to Princess’ senior designer, lessons can still be learned

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Brunswick expands job-loss payment program to nine brands

2009-06-01T10:57:00Z

After announcing with Bayliner, Maxum and Trophy, the Payment Protection promotion has been extended to nine other brands

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Special feature | Materials, composite rigging: The case for carbon

2009-06-01T10:54:00Z

Early scepticism about composite rigging has been firmly put to bed, as pbo technology becomes increasingly commonplace on new-build superyachts

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Yard visit | Frauscher: Looking to the future

2009-06-01T10:51:00Z

Austria’s Frauscher has been building small yachts and motorboats since 1927, now it’s the biggest producer of electric boats in Europe

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Yard visit | Fountaine Pajot: Cruising the downturn

2009-06-01T10:48:00Z

One of the world’s leading catamaran builders has responded positively to the downturn by stepping up model development and investing in high-end lamination technology

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Legal column | Selecting a yard

2009-06-01T10:20:00Z

Cutting costs by using a less established yard can be appealing — but it’s essential for clients to take care of how far they are exposed to risk

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Infrastructure | SY marina opens for business

2009-06-01T10:07:00Z

Despite the slump, Vilanova Grand Marina – Barcelona says initial demand for its berths has been encouraging

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Yard insight | Sunreef, Poland: Big-cat bounce

2009-06-01T09:51:00Z

With two custom cruising cats and a new 46m supercat in the offing Polish builder Sunreef is on an upward expansion curve underpinned by bold investment

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Marketplace | Marine communications: Battle for bandwidth

2009-06-01T09:46:00Z

Demand for high-speed broadband IP connectivity is driving development in maritime communications. Full, high-speed internet connection, voice communication, and high-definition television reception is now available to owners of small cruising boats