All articles by Mike Derrett – Page 2
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NewsGulf Craft’s new Superyacht Service Centre in full operation despite Gulf conflict
IBI’s Middle East correspondent toured the facility in Ajman last week
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NewsUS military power meets Iranian resilience – how the Gulf leisure marine industry is coping
IBI’s Middle East correspondent spent last week in the UAE assessing the impact of the conflict on the industry and meeting key industry players
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NewsAutore builds “world’s largest” centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, Huntrex 70
Dubai-based Autore is building what it claims is the world’s largest centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, the Huntrex 70
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NewsENATA reveals expansion plans amid UAE stability and shifting demand
The foiling boat builder outlines its expansion plans, factory relocation and operational resilience amid recent regional tensions and shifting demand in the leisure market
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NewsSunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build
Sunreef Yachts’ Ras Al Khaimah operation is managing supply chain disruption and regional instability, with strong forward orders for its Ultima 55 and 88 models despite recent Gulf tensions
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MarinasAAHK reaches out for new Skytopia marina project investors and partners
Global investors are invited to help develop the 500-berth Skytopia Yacht Bay Marina at Hong Kong International Airport
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NewsGulf Craft appoints Kuwait dealer for SilverCat brand
The UAE boatbuilder has expanded the distribution network for its SilverCat range with the appointment of a new dealer in Kuwait, one of the Gulf region’s largest leisure boating markets
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NewsSouth Korea charts ambitious course to transform marine leisure industry
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries unveils a sweeping strategy to boost marine tourism, modernise marina infrastructure, and position South Korea as a global player in yacht manufacturing and leisure boating
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NewsENATA expands into Abu Dhabi
The UAE-based marine and aerospace manufacturer is expanding its operations into Abu Dhabi through a partnership with Ajyal Holding, establishing a new advanced manufacturing complex focused on foiling vessels, UAVs and high-tech industrial production
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NewsSunreef launches first Sunreef 100 Eco sailing catamaran
The new vessel combines electric propulsion, battery storage and integrated solar technology; it will debut at the Monaco Yacht Show
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InterviewInterview: SUTL Group CEO Arthur Tay - ONE°15 and the future of yachting in Asia
Arthur Tay, chairman and CEO of Singapore’s SUTL Group, shares his vision for marina development, sustainable growth and Asia’s emergence as a global yachting powerhouse
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NewsZeroUSV secures landmark certification for autonomous vessel class
The UK-based developer gains MCA Workboat Code Edition 3 certification for its Oceanus 12 class, paving the way for wider commercial deployment of autonomous maritime technology
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NewsMajesty Yachts appoints new dealers in the UK and Ireland
Burton Waters and MGM Boats join Majesty Yachts dealer network in the UK and Ireland, marking further expansion of Gulf Craft’s European reach
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NewsSanlorenzo appoints Barbagallo Marine as Bluegame dealer in Western Australia
The company strengthens regional dealer network with new Western Australia partnership
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NewsNavier targets Maldives with foiling ferry network
The US builder and JIH Global plan Maldives foiling ferry network of up to 100 vessels
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NewsKJM Marine, Ocean Group partner to elevate Crossroads Marina as Maldives yachting hub
A new company has been formed for this purpose called Ocean Aventis
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NewsSanlorenzo APAC appoints Bluegame representative for Japan
The G Lion Group will represent the Italian yacht brand in the Japanese market
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NewsKnight Frank: Superyacht market rebounds as 2025 sales surge
The 2026 Knight Frank Wealth Report reveals a strong market in 2025, with sales values up by 70%
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MarinasM3 Monaco opens entries for sixth Smart and Sustainable Marina competition
The latest architecture initiative focuses on Croatia’s historic Marina Opatija
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NewsMajesty previews 145 superyacht in UAE despite regional tensions
The boat builder unveiled the 45m vessel at its shipyard in Umm Al Quwain
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