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Three paths forward for vessel speed rule to protect right whale
The rule is currently under review by the US Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs
SAIM boosts portfolio with ExiLator filtration system
Italian distributor takes on Danish firm’s solution for reducing exhaust emissions on boats
Northrop & Johnson grows Asia-Pacific presence
New offices unveiled in Hong Kong and Taiwan
Fairline appoints California representative
MRN Yacht Sales will operate as Fairline San Francisco
Allianz names new global head of marine
Rich Soja has over 35 years’ experience in marine insurance
French trimaran specialist expands in Asia
Astusboats has established cooperation with a Hong Kong-based distributor
Egypt to establish free zone to manufacture and export yachts
The area will cover around 12.5 acres of land along the Red Sea coast
OSASA warns members to beware upsurge of GPS signal jamming
Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa raises security concerns
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at ABYC, Lippert and Northrop & Johnson
AssuredPartners expands marine activities with latest acquisition
US insurance broker buys Bristol Marine Insurance for undisclosed sum
Rio Boat Show returns this month for 25th edition
Latin America’s largest outdoor boat show opens on April 28
NYC addresses derelict boat issues
New Office of Marine Debris Disposal and Vessel Surrendering (OMDDVS) forms to keep city’s waterfront clear of marine hazards
Conflict at Maritimo over departure of founder’s son as MD
Tom Barry-Cotter left after “not being comfortable” with direction of the company
New York could allow ethanol-free fuel at marinas
A new Bill seeks to make E10 fuel available at marinas throughout the state
1st Multihull Fest planned for Barcelona
New three-day event will be held at Port Ginesta marina
Limestone resumes manufacturing at new facility
Canadian builder expects first production boat to roll out the door in June
Intellian targets serial production boat market with new satcom terminal
Designed specifically for smaller recreational boats, Intellian’s new C200M terminal could be key to elevating volumes in the leisure marine sector
British Marine: UK industry resilient in 2022/23
UK trade association releases latest Key Performance Indicators (KPI) report
Dockmate announces full support for Sleipner thrusters
Compatibility between wireless controller and thruster brands said to improve safety, convenience for captains docking in tight quarters
Boating industry comes together to develop Environmental Footprint Standard
The project is led by EBI and is industry-financed
Volvo group reports solid Q1 profitability despite lower volumes
Market normalisation expected to continue as Swedish engine builder doubles down on technology investments as the key to future growth
Production milestone for Vision Yachts
SA builder launches three new Vision 444’s in Q1
Three superyacht builders participate in Milan Design Week
Azimut-Benetti, Sanlorenzo and Nautor Swan are all taking part
ABYC recognises marine techs
Marine Service Technician Week to run from April 22-26 in Maryland
CVC Capital Partners to list shares on Amsterdam exchange
D-Marin parent plans to raise €1.25bn through an IPO
MRAA unveils Partner Perspectives video series
New video interview offers insights from industry leaders across multiple leisure marine segments
Railblaza expands Scandinavian presence
EXPLR of Sweden to oversee NZ firm’s growth in Finland and Denmark
Malibu lawsuit could risk US$110m of inventory
Analyst firm downgrades Tennessee, US-based boatbuilder’s stock
Webasto opens automated logistics centre
New German facility is driven entirely by digitally networked logistics processes
Lalizas acquires US liferaft manufacturer
Revere Survival makes and distributes premium survival equipment for the recreational and commercial marine markets
Multiple brands from Polish yard on display this weekend in Florida
Slepsk will have a strong presence at the upcoming Suncoast Boat Show
Swedish builder names new service partners
Linjett Yachts forms partnership with Vindö Marin and Yachtwerft Klemens
Silent-Yachts rescued from administration
US-German entrepreneur gives new lease of life to electric cat builder
US Congress receives marine technology briefing
Members learn of existing technologies that could reduce the risk of vessel strikes to the North Atlantic right whale
Yacht Style Awards - nominees announced
The winners will be revealed at this year’s Singapore Yachting Festival
US marina damaged after 26 coal barges break free of tugs
Boaters in Pittsburgh area cautioned to stay off the water as recovery of runaway Ohio River barges begins
Grand RIBs expands presence to Australia
Premium RIB manufacturer enters Australian market with Gold Coast operation
FinX teams up with US distributor
The French electric motor producer is looking to secure a sizable share of the North American market
Big losses in Sweden Yachts Group bankruptcy
A German boat buyer and the Swedish tax authorities are two of the biggest losers
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Harman expands marine offering with new JBL head units
New stereo heads leverage ease of use in bid for greater OEM, aftermarket share
US senators push updated AGOA bill with implications for SA boatbuilding
The amendments are contained in a bill to be presented to the US Congress
International Multihull Show generates strong sales, orders and leads
FIN ownership could be the catalyst to a growing B2B and B2C event
OneWater Marine continues acquisition streak
US national retailer buys Garden State Yacht Sales of New Jersey
French businessman takes over trimaran specialist
Tricat builds folding trimarans from 20ft-30ft
Singapore Yachting Festival returns to Sentosa Cove
This year’s event will see an increase in the number of hybrid-capable vessels on show
Malibu comments on litigation filed by former dealer
US builder issues statement in connection with lawsuit filed by Tommy’s Boats
Bering launches new flagship, lays keel of first catamaran
The B165 had its soft launch at the Dubai International Boat Show in March
Boateka adds Tampa Bay retail location
Brunswick pre-owned boat centre opens in one of top five US boat markets
Guasch Group enters refit and repair market
Spanish firm introduces Mediterranean Shipyard Services in l’Ametlla de Mar
Canadian influencers link up with Dutch boatbuilder
Videos of the Enksail Orion 49 have been viewed 1.5 million times
Serbia begins work on new $4.1m marina
Facility in Veliko Gradište scheduled to open next year
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Princess Yacht Charter, Twin Vee, Venture Boat Group and more
Sunseeker update: Chinese owners reportedly agree sale to US investment business
Dalian Wanda selling of businesses to reduce debt and prevent bankruptcy danger
Aquamare Marine hires UK group operations manager
Mark Bartlett’s career spans over 17 years in yacht manufacturing, including 15 years at Princess and two at Oyster
EBI reaches out to EU assembly voters on boat sector issues and hurdles
June’s European Parliament vote is the world’s second-largest democratic vote for over 400 million people
Pininfarina chairman passes away
Paolo Pininfarina was a driving force behind the Italian design firm founded by his grandfather in 1930
AkzoNobel invests in Dutch research labs
The Dutch multinational is investing €8m in two new facilities in Sassenheim
Quick USA selected as ABA Supplier of Choice for windlasses
Contract with American Boatbuilders Association runs until 2027
Winnebago signs deal with Minnesota Twins baseball
Boat seating deck added to ballpark as part of unique sponsorship arrangement
Sea-Fire adds Mauritian distributor
NESCO will market US firm’s marine fire-dectection and suppression technology for recreational, commercial and government vessels
Actisense collaborates with Raymarine
Marine electronics specialist provides NMEA support for Raymarine Pathfinder system
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