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Brexit brings growth to UK boating tourism
A new study reveals that boating tourism contributed over £6 billion to the UK economy in 2018
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Monaco strengthens Asia-Pacific marine links
Two new partnerships have recently been agreed which strengthen the leisure marine sector links between Monaco and the Asia-Pacific region.
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2019 London Yacht Show cancelled
The organisers of the 2019 London Yacht Show, due to be held from May 8-12 at St Katharine Docks in the heart of London, have postponed this year’s event until 2020. According to a statement, the move will “ensure the delivery of a high-quality onwater show, with the scale and ...
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Turkey: charter yachts update
Foreign flagged charter yachts that cruise to Turkish waters not affected by the recent announcements
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Cobalt and Bennington Australia open new Gold Coast headquarters
Cobalt Boats of Australia and Bennington Boats of Australia have opened new national headquarters at Gold Coast-based shipyard The Boat Works. Both companies are now showcasing their latest models in a purpose-built, 350sq ft showroom and marina facility.
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Barton Marine appoints global sales manager
Barton Marine, the UK-based deck hardware manufacturer, has announced that Christian Brewer is returning to the company as global sales manager after three years working as a yacht broker.
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Report into Dutch boating sector warns of skills shortage
An industry report into the training of boatyard workers in the Netherlands says weaknesses in schooling combined with a lack of forward-looking management make the Dutch sector insufficiently future-proof.
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Lusty & Blundell takes on Spinlock range
Kiwi firm to distribute Spinlock cleats, lifejackets and other equipment in New Zealand
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Brunswick names new Mercury president
Brunswick Corp today announced that John Pfeifer, president of Mercury Marine, has stepped down from his role to pursue other opportunities. He has been replaced by Christopher Drees, president of marine parts and accessories at Mercury, with immediate effect.
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Industry icon makes US$50m ‘transformational’ donation
Bayliner founder and pioneer in mass merchandising of affordable boats donates US$50 million towards dementia research
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New opening times for Monaco Yacht Show
The organisers of the 2019 Monaco Yacht Show have altered the times for this year’s event. From September 25-28, the show will be open to the public from 11am to 7.30pm (closing at 7pm on the Saturday), while exhibitors and the media will have access earlier in the morning.
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Suzuki GB expands sales team
Suzuki Marine in the UK has appointed Tony Lewis as its new area sales manager for the country’s southern region.
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Shipyard Supply Co reports strong performance in first six months of trading
Shipyard Supply Co (SSCo), the UK-based deck hardware specialist that formed last year, has reported strong performance in its first six months of trading.
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First look at new Fairline Squadron 68
New 68 already under construction and to make debut at Cannes
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Turkish builder eyes global expansion
Bering Yachts, a Turkish producer of boats and steel yachts owned by businessman Alexey Mikhailov, plans to significantly increase production and expand its range in the coming years, according to the company.
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New CEO at Sleipner Motor
After 42 years at the helm of Sleipner Motor, Arne Kai Skauen is stepping down from his role as CEO. He has been replaced by Ronny Skauen, who, for the last 25 years, has been in charge of Sleipner’s R&D and international operations.
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Laser class association claims builder breached terms
A dispute has broken out in the world of sailing after one of the sport’s governing bodies accused the UK’s largest dinghy-maker of breaking strict boatbuilding rules. According to a story in the London Times newspaper, the US-based International Laser Class Association (ILCA) is seeking a new boatbuilder after claiming ...
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Numarine names new sales and marketing manager
Turkish motoryacht producer Numarine has promoted Ali Tanir to the role of sales and marketing manager with immediate effect. He replaces Orhun Senturk, who is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities.
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US marina gets US$12m facelift following Hurricane Harvey
In just a year after Hurricane Harvey tore through coastal Texas, Cove Harbor Marina announced it would be reopening and expanding operations as Cove Harbor Yacht Club and Boat House Resort, with US$12m in upgrades and plans underway for more.