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FranceFrench boating market navigates turbulent waters
The industry faces headwinds amid hope for revival
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FranceFrench equipment firms focus on portfolio expansion, export initiatives in anticipation of market rebound
Pressure point as OEM orders slump and poor weather puts dampeners on aftermarket
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FranceFrench boatbuilders turn strategic as they overhaul portfolios
New model and series launches planned as builders look to future-proof by extending product envelopes in race for marketshare
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FranceFrench infrastructure investment boost points to long-term gains
Despite the short-term pain of the slowdown that has seen boat registrations slump, government-backed investment in marinas hints at promise of rewards and brighter prospects longer term
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FranceChallenging Q1, but rebound on the cards
It is a case of when, not if, the French market rallies after a disappointing Q1 forced many in the industry to modify their expectations for the year ahead.
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FranceHighlights from the 2024 JEC Composites Expo
Every year in early March, the vast Paris Nord Villepinte halls are filled with machines and materials to showcase the steady move towards stronger, lighter, and more sustainable composite products. Here are some of the latest advances which may help the boatbuilder.
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FranceDespite slowing sales, prospect of lower interest rates kindles optimism
Despite slowing sales at the smaller end and a decline in boat registrations, the prospect of lower interest rates kindles optimism
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FranceCapitalising on industry momentum
Boatbuilders are investing in capacities, globalising their footprints and preparing new models as they battle headwinds of slowing market
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FranceEnvironmentally-aware and digitally savvy boaters driving equipment sales
Innovation continues to sell, both at home and abroad
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France'Suction sail' for shipping could assist megayachts
The French shipping company Louis Dreyfus Armateurs (LDA) has become the latest maritime operator to install a relatively new type of wind assisted propulsion system (WAPS) from the Barcelona-based OEM Bound4blue. The 180m fruit juice tanker Atlantic Orchard has been fitted with four eSails and is now undergoing assessment trials. ...
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FranceOceanslab racing team looking for new lead partners
France-based Oceanslab, described as a ‘unique ocean racing team innovating and demonstrating clean technologies for the marine sector,’ is seeking new lead partners. As we reported recently in Pulse, several major companies such as Brétéché Hydrogen, JE Transporte and Groupe Clisson are already members of the Cleantech Hub, and more ...
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FranceJeremy Tedguy | CEO, Alliance Marine Group
French marine equipment manufacturer and distributor Alliance Marine Group has been aggressively pursuing international expansion through acquisition since 2017. Last year turnover hit €310m and today the company, which manufactures Ocean Safety, Typhoon, Plastimo and Jobe brands, employs 850 staff in eight different countries. IBI caught up with newly appointed ...
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FranceNew wood-effect trim makes the grade
So new that it doesn’t even have a name yet is a new artificial wood trim from the French company Kolor. IBI saw the first examples at METSTRADE, and we were impressed with the level of finish and realistic effects achieved from the printed veneers. Yet to receive ...
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FranceCleantech energy hub expands
From its base in La Rochelle, France, OceansLab develops scalable systems for the generation and storage of clean, zero-emissions energy.
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FranceFast finance - an essential enabler for boats sales growth
How Salt Finance is revolutionising financing to capture the next generation of boat owners
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FranceGroupe Beneteau – the shape of things to come
The French builder flags the key pillars to its future strategy and we hunt the clues to tomorrow in its latest launches
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FranceReinventing the wheel - The end of the traditional helm?
Could Volvo Penta’s Joystick Driving platform spell the end for the traditional helm?
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FranceBig players and big boats surge ahead; new plans for Paris show 2024
Multihulls prove engine room for growth as boat registrations continue double-digit rise across power and sail
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FranceIn the post-pandemic boom, equipment firms look to consolidate operations
Despite supply chain disruptions, recruitment issues and rising inflation, French equipment companies remain cautiously upbeat
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FrancePressure mounts to satisfy demand as luxury and comfort strike a chord with consumers
After two years of strong growth and full order books, the main French boatbuilders are upbeat despite an uncertain future
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