All articles by David Robinson – Page 75
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NewsCroatia’s open borders to kickstart yacht charter market?
The opening of Croatia’s borders to allow EU citizens to visit without any quarantine restrictions is expected to trigger the restart of the yacht charter market, which has already started to pick up since the weekend. In particular, boat owners and visitors from Germany, Australia and Slovenia are anticipated to ...
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NewsQuestion marks hang over future of Perini Navi
Speculation circulating in Italy today suggests that Perini Navi, a leading sail and motor superyacht builder, is suffering severe financial issues which may result in it entering bankruptcy while a restructuring plan is developed and implemented. The source of the speculation was an article into today’s Milano Finanza, an Italian ...
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NewsGroupe Beneteau appoints dealers in China and Australia
Beneteau Asia Pacific, the regional arm of Groupe Beneteau, has appointed two new dealers – one in China and another in Australia.
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NewsIreland eases lockdown, allowing marinas to reopen
Safety concerns raised with government over COVID-19 steps
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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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NewsBritish Marine hosts COVID-19 webinar
Seven working groups across all sectors to provide advice
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NewsHeysea Yachts launches 10th Asteria 108
Heysea Yachts, China’s most active superyacht builder, has just launched the tenth model in its successful Asteria 108 series. The 33.1m (108ft) vessel is set to be delivered in mid-June, after which it is scheduled to spend six months in Hong Kong followed by a voyage to Melbourne, Australia.
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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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NewsGMI chairman foresees ‘lasting change’ for marina training
Marina training will experience a “lasting change” as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Tony Browne, chairman of the Global Marina Institute (GMI) and marina director of Porto Montenegro. The GMI, formed in 2011, is an organisation jointly supported by British Marine and the Marina Industries Association of ...
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NewsNew European head for Northrop & Johnson
Global superyacht brokerage and services group, Northrop & Johnson (N&J), has appointed a new head of European operations and also a new chief marketing officer.
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NewsItalian yards come to terms with new working conditions
With most, if not all, of Italy’s yacht-builders having returned to work this week, many are coming to terms with the health and safety rules set by the government, medical authorities and trade unions to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and support a gradual easing of the lockdown. A survey ...
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NewsFinancial businesses take action on COVID-19
Two financial businesses – a Bermuda-headquartered international insurer and a leading French bank – are taking steps to provide the financial resources to cover for the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NewsSMM 2020 moves to new February 2021 timing
Next year’s trade fair will be the first international gathering of the maritime industry in 2021
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NewsHK designer unveils small electric commuter craft concept
Michael Young, a Hong Kong-based boat designer, has introduced a range of new designs for small electric commuter boats.
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NewsAIG takes major hit from COVID-19 with quarterly profits down 93%
AIG (American International Group), a major player in the international superyacht insurance market, has reported a 93% fall in quarterly adjusted profits largely due to COVID-19, which it describes as “the single largest catastrophe loss the industry has ever seen”. Part of the fall was due to money put aside ...
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NewsSailing and boat access rules in Spain to start easing from Monday
22,000 leisure craft in Balearic Islands unused since Spanish lockdown introduced
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NewsCovid-19 likely to change future working practices in marine leisure sector
More home working anticipated to become a regular feature going forward
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NewsNew hydrogen fuel cell initiative involves ABB and HDF
With the growing interest and discussion about the potential use of hydrogen as a fuel for superyachts, a new initiative to manufacture megawatt-scale fuel cell systems in France may move the whole process forward. If successful, it will also help reduce carbon emissions in the maritime sector. The new initiative ...
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NewsYachts to be included in new port plan for Falkland Islands
Boat traffic is rising and there is a need for more enhanced facilities
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NewsThree yachts catch fire in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s emergency fire and medical services were called to the Kwun Tong Typhoon Shelter yesterday afternoon after a fire broke out on board a boat and spread to two other yachts. Within around two hours, the fires were under control and no injuries have been reported.
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