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NewsNew superyacht legal practice opens in London and Hong Kong
Cowie Superyacht Lawyers offers a wide range of services for the superyacht industry
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NewsNew Saudi Arabia marine tourism regulation takes effect
The rules classify watercraft and provide a definition for yachts and recreational boats
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NewsWells Fargo files lawsuit against US boat rental firm
The commercial bank has filed a breach of contract claim against Your Boat Club Minnesota, seeking the seizure of 269 vessels following a loan default
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NewsRobertson & Caine CEO speaks out on tariffs, sends message to Trump
Theo Loock says the 30% tariff is damaging both US businesses and South African yards
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NewsOceanco, LR sign classification, certification deal for 130m yacht
The agreement was signed at last week’s Monaco Yacht Show
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NewsTariff-hit South Africa still hoping for Agoa renewal as deadline looms
The country continues to seek preferential trade access to the US afforded by the African Growth and Opportunity Act
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NewsLA Marine adds two new specialists to boost sector expertise
Sasha Rusakova and Stephanie Flemming join Lester Aldridge’s marine team, bringing experience in maritime litigation, insurance and superyacht advisory
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NewsGMBA consultant strengthens European standards work
Ulrich Heinemann has been appointed to support the European Commission’s work on harmonised standards
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NewsKVH linkHUB receives Crest Cybersecurity accreditation
Accreditation illustrates KVH’s commitment to maximising cybersecurity protections via its networks and onboard systems, says firm
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NewsTurkey reinstates yacht tax, raising costs for domestic buyers
The 8% Special Consumption Tax plus 20% VAT could raise Turkish-flagged yacht prices by nearly 30%
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NewsABYC to present 2027 standards update webinar
Free overview of new Supplement 65 standards amendments includes guidance on integration into 2027 model year product
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NewsInfrastructure shortcomings highlighted by Greek yachting industry
Facilities and regulatory hurdles seen as obstacles to one of Greece’s key tourism sectors
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NewsABYC and US Coast Guard launch recreational boat regulations certification
New course walks participants through a standard USCG inspection at a boatyard or dealership, offering practical guidance to ensure compliance
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NewsIsle of Man Ship Registry launches ‘Yacht Engaged in Trade Scheme’ for EU charters
Private yachts over 24m can charter in designated EU waters for up to 84 days per year
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NewsUS tariffs an “existential threat” to SA boat building
South African International Maritime Institute chief warns the 30% US tariff on SA boat imports could cause trade disruption and job losses
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NewsBoost for marine conservation as SA government clamps down on microplastics
New draft regulations aim to protect marine ecosystems and wildlife by prohibiting the production, sale, and import of plastic microbeads into South Africa
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NewsDispute erupts over Transport Malta’s Ghadira Bay mooring plan
Partit Momentum alleges the plan will create Malta’s largest boat mooring area, a claim that TM rejects
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NewsGreece cracks down on tax dodgers in Santorini cruiser raids
Undercover inspectors boarded 23 day cruisers in the Caldera, uncovering widespread receipt and payment violations
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NewsSouth African state lender flags questionable houseboat project
The IDC has suspended a senior official over an allegedly irregular R74 million investment in a Kenyan houseboat venture that produced no boats
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NewsSA boat builders urged to approach new Export Support Desk in wake of US tariff
The 30% trade levy took effect this week despite ongoing negotiations between the two countries
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