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NewsBrig USA in rapid expansion
Ukraine-based RIB builder Brig is turbocharging its efforts in the US, less than three years after the manufacturer began distributing its rigid-hull inflatables there.
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Yachting Malta head calls for organisational reform
John Huber, the recently-named chairman of Yachting Malta, has called on the authorities to implement a number of measures to reform and merge the country’s fragmented yachting industry institutions
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NewsBenetti presents future SY build plans at Cannes
Benetti provided details of the three main superyacht ranges that it plans to focus on at the Cannes Yachting Festival last week – the Oasis 135’, Diamond 145’ and four BNow model series.
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Blue Guard Innovations appoints Canadian distributor
Blue Guard Innovations (BGI), a US-based marine sensor manufacturer, has appointed Stright-MacKay Ltd as its distributor in the Canadian Maritimes.
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Robertson & Caine names interim MD
Catamaran producer Robertson Caine has appointed a new interim managing director following the resignation of Alet du Plessis in July. Du Plessis confirmed her resignation this week, which she described as a career move. Her post has been filled by manufacturing director Peter Giliam, who will serve as ...
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Inmarsat agrees exclusive communications deal with Lagoon
In a move that further extends its involvement with the global yacht industry, Inmarsat is partnering with the Lagoon catamaran arm of Groupe Beneteau to offer its Fleet One service to owners of the brand.
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Del Pardo, Hanse settle legal dispute
Cantiere del Pardo has issued a statement to say that its year-long legal dispute with Germany’s HanseYachts has reached an end, with both parties coming to a satisfactory agreement.
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Innovation helping boatbuilders punch above their weight
Increasingly it’s in the detail that boatbuilders are defining themselves against the competition. Levels of refinement and finishing can necessarily depend on the price point of the finished product and relevant market expectation – but innovation is a great leveller and an area where, with a little imagination, builders can ...
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Campion Marine announces new models, partners
Despite the close proximity of major forest fires that spread smoke over much of the province, Kelowna, British Columbia-based Campion Marine is hailing its 45th annual dealer meeting as a significant milestone in the company’s history.
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NewsGulf Craft Majesty 140 wins award
Gulf Craft’s new Majesty 140 design which had its global debut earlier this year was named Best Yacht Layout in the 38m-50m category at this year’s World Yachts Trophies Awards in Cannes.
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Dates set for 2019 Ottawa Boat Show
Event organiser Master Promotions has confirmed that the 2019 edition of the Ottawa Boat Show will return to the EY Centre from February 21-24.
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US boating industry applauds water infrastructure legislation
The US Congress last week made progress on several pieces of water infrastructure legislation that contains many of the top priorities of the recreational boating industry, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).
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Obituary: Stellan Westerdahl
Sweden’s Stellan Westerdahl passed away on 27 August in Göteborg. He was 82 years old and suffering from Parkinson’s disease.
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Industry investing record levels in production facilities
The facts speak for themselves. Since 2015 Ferretti Group has been escalating its investments in facilities as it ratchets up its new model launch programme. In 2015 the builder invested some €20m in its business, with €16m targeted at new product and just €2m on the factory floor. The last ...
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Dometic in exclusive supply deal with UK builder
Dometic has signed an exclusive three-year contract with Sunseeker for the supply of air-conditioning equipment for the UK builder’s model range from 50ft-131ft.
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German interiors specialist launches US division
German yacht interiors specialist metrica has opened a US division in Greenwich, Connecticut. Headed by Mark Mantione, metrica’s new CEO for North America, the expansion will accommodate the company’s burgeoning US and North American-based clientele and growing project portfolio.
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Discovery sets out growth plans at Southampton
It’s been an eventful and fair to say productive 18 months for UK boatbuilder Discovery Yacht Group, which is launching its new Discovery 54 and Southerly 435 at the Southampton boat show this week, since the group acquired the assets of both brands 18 and 14 months ago respectively.
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Gutierrez named COO at Tigé Boats
Tigé Boats has named 14-year company veteran Daniel Gutierrez to the newly created position of chief operating officer.
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NewsBavaria purchase confirmed
German-based investment fund will take over one of the industry’s most high-profile builders; continued dealer loyalty key to success
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Hempel appoints UK distributor
Denmark’s Hempel Yacht Paints has chosen Marathon Leisure to distribute its complete range of yacht coatings and cleaners in the UK and Ireland.
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