All Legal, Regulatory & Compliance articles – Page 29
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New Greek law revolutionises yacht operation
A new law passed last month stands to make yacht operation in Greece easier
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Fiji yacht study shows slight decline in economic impact
But the industry continues to be a major contributor to Fiji’s economy
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Korean government plans to cut taxes on new boats to boost boating industry
The country plans to introduce six new marinas in the next three years
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US recreational fishing and boating sectors call for revision of offshore fisheries policies
The coalition of trade groups and private companies are calling on US Congress to modify the Magnuson-Stevens Act
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Alloy Yachts blames job losses on NZ dollar
The New Zealand shipyard has cut more than 70 jobs since September
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ABYC partners with group to prevent electric shock drowning
The standards organisation is promoting safety messages as well as researching new solutions
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Prospective Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino found guilty of tax evasion on his yacht
The Italian businessman has been fined €600,000 after illegally evading import duty on luxury yacht
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New fire standard for spray-finishing yachts introduced
NMMA, Lauderdale Marine Center and National Fire Protection Association developed the new code
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Taiwan boatbuilders say luxury tax hurting growth
Some legislators call for a change to eliminate yachts from current tax laws
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Sao Paulo state approves tax waiver scheme
Agreement allows boatbuilders to import products duty-free
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US owners still struggling with Mexican authorities over yacht impoundment
Many owners still in limbo as they try to have their boats released
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Compromise plan for Everglades access benefits all parties
Revised proposal reworks pole/troll zones
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Flavio Briatore to face trial over superyacht tax evasion
The former head of Renault F1 team Flavio Briatore is to be put on trial in Italy for evading VAT, fuel surcharges and other taxes on his superyacht
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Bahamian marina operators urge government for clarification on new VAT
The marina association head says that a new VAT proposal is steering yacht charter business away from the islands
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Spain introduces amendment to registration tax for charter boats
New regulation offers exemption and reduced tax rates for chartering boats
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Mexican impound of US yachts sends big chill across nautical tourism sector
Despite negative impact, Mexican officials say the inspections will be ongoing
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Russia to overhaul yacht registration procedures
Russian Maritime Register of Shipping to accelerate, simplify procedures
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Dubai enforces personal watercraft use
A dedicated team from the Dubai marine authority ensures compliance with new guidelines and designated mooring areas
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Mexico seizes hundreds of US and Canadian yachts
Mexican officials raid marinas and impound yachts over US$70 cruising permit
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Superior Jetties receives ISO 9001:2008 accreditation
The Australian marina and pontoon manufacturer was recently audited by SAI Global