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NewsRenaissance Marine reopens amid changes
Renaissance Marine, maker of Duckworth, Weldcraft and Northwest aluminium boats, reopened late last week ahead of Washington state’s Phase 2 reopening plans, but amid myriad changes that many manufacturers may be facing. The Clarkston, Washington-based builder resumed operations under a provision allowing non-essential businesses “to preserve the value of their ...
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NewsItalian government publishes new boating guidelines
The Italian Ministry for Transport published its guidelines for marinas, recreational sailing, charters and diving on Sunday – the same day that leaders from the Italian boating industry association, Confindustria Nautica, took part in a virtual press conference focusing on the same issues in front of the national press. The ...
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NewsHow quickly things change
There may be a glimmer of hope for the hard-hit global exhibition business as China takes the first move to hold a major trade show this past weekend
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NewsIreland eases lockdown, allowing marinas to reopen
Safety concerns raised with government over COVID-19 steps
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NewsAs US Northeast reopens, marine businesses hope to salvage the season
As states throughout the US begin reopening their economies in phases, in the Northeast, boat dealers, rental operators and charter companies are facing an uncertain season; already shortened due to stay-at-home orders and not being included in Phase 1 openings. In New York state, where charter fishing operations remain closed, ...
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NewsGreece introduces new rules for yachts
The Greek Maritime Ministry has announced new regulations for the operation of yachts and pleasure craft which come into force today and will last through to June 15, 2020.
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NewsYamaha extends shut down at outboard engine factories
Following a previous announcement on April 9th concerning the closure of its principal outboard engine factories during May, Yamaha Motor has now decided to extend the shut down at its Fukuroi and Yatsuhiro plants for a further two weeks until the 15th of June. According to the earlier statement, the ...
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NewsRoyal Cape Yacht Club bars access after two ‘live-aboards’ test positive for Covid-19
South Africa’s Royal Cape Yacht Club (RCYC) has temporarily halted all access to its premises after two ‘live-aboard’ residents of its marina tested positive for Covid-19.
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NewsBeyond COVID-19
IBI’s weekly reminder that despite the unique set of events gripping the world, there are positives out there. Today’s installment of ’Beyond Covid-19’ highlights new investments, innovations and marine firms doing their bit in the battle against the coronavirus.
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NewsBritish Marine hosts COVID-19 webinar
Seven working groups across all sectors to provide advice
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NewsAmerican Boating Congress: US economy should see year-end rebound
Low oil prices, small business and manufacturing to lead recovery
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NewsHK trade association calls for more government support
The Hong Kong Boating Industry Association (HKBIA) has issued a Covid-19 Relief Report that outlines the current challenges facing the boating industry and the importance of government support during the COVID-19 pandemic. The HKBIA represents all sectors of the leisure boating industry in Hong Kong, one of the main centres ...
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NewsArgentinian marine industry faces peak of Covid-19 crisis
As a consequence of strict quarantine measures, Argentina’s boating industry is undergoing the toughest times ever seen
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NewsAmerican Boating Congress opens in DC and 800 other locations
NMMA president Frank Hugelmeyer said Americans will seek outdoor adventures close to home for the foreseeable future More than 800 members of the US boating industry descended on Washington, DC for the annual American Boating Congress (ABC) Wednesday, but did so via laptop, tablet and mobile phone ...
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NewsCannes Yachting Festival to go ahead
The organisers of the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival, Europe’s largest in-water event, have confirmed that this year’s show will go ahead as planned from September 8-13. The news was confirmed this morning by Reed Expositions, whose staff are working remotely to ensure the success of the show’s 43rd edition.
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NewsCoronavirus update | 13 May
Perini Navi Cup postponed; Dutch Frisian harbours to reopen; New British Marine webinars; Cape Town gets boatbuilding assistance
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NewsEU calls for swift restart of summer boating
The European Boating Industry association (EBI) has reported new guidelines released today from the European Commission calling for a quick restart of nautical tourism across Europe – recognising on-water recreation and nautical tourism as a key part of Europe’s tourism industry.
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News35th Palm Beach show to take place this week in virtual form
The 35th Palm Beach International Boat Show and the National Marine Manufacturers Association’s (NMMA) American Boating Congress (ABC) take place this week and both are being held online for the first time ever as the US recreational marine industry initiates ways to move forward amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NewsUK government gives watersports the green light in England
As of today, all forms of watersports in England, including the use of privately-owned motorised craft, is permitted to go ahead. This is in stark contrast to the devolved administrations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, where marinas have been ordered to remain closed.
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NewsCOVID-19 protection, the latest superyacht ‘must-have’
In a circular about the sale of the 43m (141ft) expedition superyacht Marcato from Globe Regal Yachting, an emphasis was placed on its air-treatment system and anti-COVID-19 protection.
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