All articles by Bobby Jordan
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NewsLeadership shake-up at North Sails Cape Town as CEO retires
South African sailmaking loft makes way for new management team
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NewsAfrican Boating Conference confirms first speakers and sponsors for 2026
Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, and Paris Baloumis of Oeanco to share industry insights
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NewsGemini Marine reports milestone four-tender superyacht contract
The package features four tenders, each designed for specific onboard roles
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NewsRegulatory review could pave way for Starlink’s entry into South Africa
Changes to empowerment regulations in the ICT sector offer alternatives to the 30% black shareholding rule
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NewsOSASA reports further growth in South African cruiser visits
The Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa registered 140 vessels in six months, boosted by improved coastal infrastructure
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NewsSA composites distributor warns of potential disruption due to Middle East conflict
Aerontec, a key supplier to the local marine manufacturing sector, has issued a customer update highlighting challenges ahead
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NewsDurban, Navigo consolidate £85.5m superyacht investment plan
South Africa’s eThekwini Municipality presented an LOI to Navigo at YARE in Italy
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MarinasV&A Waterfront confirms plans for $13.7m superyacht marina
Quay 7 Superyacht Marina aims to boost marine services in South Africa’s Western Cape
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NewsSA builder begins construction of new 55ft performance catamaran
The vessel serves as the flagship model in a new sailing series, set to include 49ft and 60ft variants
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NewsVoyage Yachts eyes private cruising segment with 510 Owners Version
SA builder charts new course as it looks to grow in private as well as charter sector
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NewsCape Town yacht exports soar, but 2025 faces tariff and port challenges
Cape Town’s yacht exports grew 19% annually from 2019 to 2024, but 2025 faces declines due to US tariffs and port constraints
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NewsBalance marks end of an era with launch of final 526 in Cape St Francis
Black Rose is the 34th and final Balance 526 to be launched, as the company transitions to the new Balance 540, produced by Nexus Yachts in Cape St Francis
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NewsSA-Starlink deal “still on hold” amid surge in non-compliant use
Around 14,000 South Africans are reportedly using the satellite internet service illegally
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NewsSparcraft to supply critical components for next-gen Clipper racing fleet
The South African mast producer will design and manufacture custom one-design spar packages for Clipper’s fourth-generation fleet
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NewsSA mulls trade deal with China amid ongoing tariff uncertainty
A new South Africa-China trade deal offers a bright spot amid concerns over the impact of US tariffs on South African boat exports
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NewsKND Naval Design to launch first EvFloat houseboat in March
With three confirmed orders and several serious inquiries, demand is already building
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NewsAfrican Boating Conference confirmed for Cape Town in October
Last year’s ABC made history as Africa’s first, uniting diverse boating stakeholders
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NewsSouth Africa’s first Unmanned Surface Vessel delivered to Middle East
The 9.5m Sea Serpent USV is a collaboration involving Noble Concentric Solutions, Legacy Marine, and Icarus Marine
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NewsSABBEX welcomes AGOA extension, but reciprocal tariffs remain in force
African Growth and Opportunity Act renewed until December 31
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NewsCape Town Superyacht Training Academy sold
SA tertiary education company acquires SYTA amid growing demand for superyacht crew
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