All articles by Ed Slack – Page 3
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IrelandCovid boom stirs the Celtic Tiger
The Celtic Tiger has been slumbering of late, its leisure marine sector long-plagued by short-sighted officialdom, but could all that be changing? The Covid boating boom has given fresh impetus to industry and to a government that shows signs of waking up to boating’s true potential. This report was conducted ...
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IrelandProfile | Whale: How a 200-year-old importer of timber grew into a global marine powerhouse
Whale Marine is the only marine accessories manufacturer in Ireland (North and South) with a truly global reputation, thanks largely to a highly unusual history.
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IrelandBooming demand choked by red tape. Could that all be about to change?
Marinas in Ireland are experiencing extremely healthy demand for berths, with operators reporting long waiting lists.
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IrelandThe Shannon: Ireland’s Growth Sector for Boating
A thriving charter business along the River Shannon has been one of the country’s most consistent growth avenues for boating. It represents a steady chunk of business beside the more cyclical private boat ownership.
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USANew roadmap to boost US growth
Innovation and new product development front and centre as Webasto plots its course for future growth. IBI talks to the team about its US ambitions
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ItalyInsider | Chiara Marzucco of Quick SpA
Quick in motion; With new investors onboard, the Italian equipment manufacturer lifts the lid on its ambitious growth strategy
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SwedenInsider | X Shore CEO Jenny Keisu
The Swedish brand with a pioneering approach; CEO Jenny Keisu talks about the builder’s journey and its goal to produce the first net-zero craft by 2030
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Newsboot Düsseldorf 2023 – What we learned
The numbers and mood on the show floor confirmed that it was a strong return for the European show - its first outing since 2020 following a series of Covid-related cancellations. Boat launches and busy stands grabbed headlines, but a tour of the halls also held clues to the industry’s ...
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NewsX Shore cuts workforce as it accelerates drive to profitability
Swedish builder to focus on ramping up production to meet demand
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UKEquipment firms look to invest in people, product and capacity
Despite ongoing concerns about parts, people and prices, the UK’s equipment and service sector is profiting from a buoyant market, reinvesting its earnings and working towards greater sustainability
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UKFull speed ahead with investment as boatbuilders and distributors eye leaner medium term
IBI canvassed some of the UK’s key boatbuilders about their 2022 and prospects for the year ahead
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UKDemand, supply and people shape outlook for leisure marine sector
A cost-of-living crisis and surging inflation may be grabbing headlines, but with record order books extending well into 2024, the UK’s marine industry remains sheltered, for now, from economic headwinds
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NewsTop trends from 2022; What to look out for in 2023
So what did we learn from 2022 and what can we expect from the year ahead? IBI spotlights the trends that will shape the future of our industry
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NetherlandsMETSTRADE 2022 – Not just business as usual. What we learned
Busy halls, packed auditoriums and an almost euphoric mood - but beneath it all key trends were emerging
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NewsIn case you missed it: What makes great innovation?
This is the question judges for the 2022 Boat Builder Awards will be asking as they try to find the stand-out examples of innovation across multiple aspects of the boat building business. Make sure your company is among those under consideration; entries close 28 September
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NewsDelphia takes giant step in electrification journey
Polish builder is succesfully pivoting from diesel as it looks to go 100% electric
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NewsAxopar announces its largest ever model and first foray into electric propulsion
Builder teams up with EVOY to offer tantalising glimpse into future
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NewsCannes 2022: Beneteau Group talks strategy as it evolves from ‘volume’ to ‘value’ driven business
Boat Division CEO Gianguido Girotti outlines keys vision and roadmap for transforming the business
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ItalyInsider | Permare Commercial Director Barbara Amerio
On the eve of its 50th anniversary, Amer Yachts’ Barbara Amerio talks to IBI about the ongoing drive for sustainability, equality and why the collaborative approach is not just rewarding, but vital
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NewsWhat makes great innovation? Boat Builder Awards 2022 to spotlight the very best
The Innovative On-Board Design Solution award sponsored by Fusion, recognises the most creative innovations our industry has to offer - but what exactly is innovation, and why do some innovations stand out? IBI explores the concept with Arjen Jansen, a lecturer at the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering at the ...
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