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SA 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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Final report on Titan submersible tragedy highlights design flaws
Two-year report identified ‘toxic work environment’ at operator Oceangate
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Trump threatens 100% tariff on semiconductors
Impending 100% levy on computer chips expected to increase cost of electronics, potentially lead to supply shortfalls
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Updated boat building standards released by ABYC
Used by more than 90% of the boats built in North America, this year’s update includes changes to 14 standards and three technical information reports
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US tax incentive drives interest in charter-ready yachts
A revived IRS tax rule is fuelling renewed interest in yachts among US business owners
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New yachting regulations from Red Sea Authority to boost coastal tourism
Move comes as Saudi Arabia positions itself to be a leading marine tourism destination
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EU cracks down on biodiesel fraud amid rising concerns over fake green fuels
Two suspects have been arrested for allegedly importing €60m worth of biodiesel from the US and falsely claiming it came from another country
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EU, US reach tariff deal but “significant efforts” still required, says EBI
While most EU goods will now face a 15% US tariff, the 50% duties on steel and aluminium remain in place
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SA concludes ‘pre-deal deal’ with US ahead of August 1 tariff deadline
South Africa signs provisional agreement with Washington, but clarity still needed
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EBI fighting the good fight in Brussels, sees some success
European Boating Industry calls for increased collaboration in these “troubled times”
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SABBEX says US tariffs would hurt both SA and US due to sector interdependence
South Africa’s boat building industry is heavily reliant on US components
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EU to outline trade retaliation against 30% US import tariffs by August 6
The European Union aims to engage with G7 nations to coordinate responses to President Trump’s shifting tariffs
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Broker recovers €58,000 in fake yacht charter deal
International Transport Intermediaries Club reimburses broker who fell victim to a phishing scam
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Safe Harbor Marinas faces lawsuit over alleged inflated billing
Miami Yacht Charter files class action suit, claiming deceptive billing practices and inflated repair costs on a 23m yacht
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WRF issues net-zero roadmap for the superyacht sector by 2050
New roadmap sets quantified environmental targets with five-year increments
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NMMA weighs in on Bahamian boating fee increases
President Frank Hugelmeyer urges Bahamas prime minister to reconsider the changes in letter shared with IBI
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Global maritime organisations unite to accelerate electrification
New alliance to drive coordinated action for inland and nearshore vessel electrification
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Bimini resort sees cancellations ahead of new Bahamian boating fees, regulations
The loss of business, which already stretches into August, is significant
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US consumer confidence retreats in June
Decline in confidence shared among all ages and income groups
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South African president addresses Starlink issue in Parliament
Cyril Ramaphosa backs policy shift that would let satcom firm operate in the country