All articles by Mike Derrett – Page 7
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Middle East
Market Update | Gulf market primed for major growth
The Gulf leisure boating market is on the cusp of a boom on the back of record oil and gas prices. IBI takes the soundings on future prospects
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Thailand announces increased support for leisure marine sector
The news was announced at last week’s Thailand Yacht Show
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Maldives Marine Expo set to be biggest show in event’s history
Tourism rebound post Covid fuelling boating sector
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World Superyacht award win for Kalizma spotlights Indian marine talent
The win for the superyacht, once owned by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, was a highlight at the recent World Superyacht awards
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New foiling event planned for Saudi
Jeddah Yacht Club and Saudi Sailing Federation bring foiling and ocean racing to Jeddah
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Indian boating market gets boost as Goa gets first yacht station
Lack of marinas cited as one of the main obstacles to leisure boat market growth
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South East Asia yachting destinations start to open up
Both Thailand and Indonesia are making it easier for superyachts and their crews to visit
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Plans revealed for first Thailand Yacht Show in Pattaya
Event organiser confident show will proceed as planned
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UAE to offer free virtual training for leisure boat captains
The move is part of the government’s ‘Sail Safely’ initiative
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New Thai marina opens in Bangkok
The eco-friendly facility is SHA-certified to prevent the spread of Covid
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Yachts flee Hong Kong in wake of new Covid restrictions
According to the FT, wealthy residents are either selling or shipping their yachts out of the territory
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Prestige enters multihull market with new power cat range
The move is significant as Prestige has always focused entirely on monohulls
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KIBS 2022: demand strong as customers move upmarket
The level of demand for boats in Korea is high and marinas are full
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Acel Power expands into the Middle East
Canadian electric outboard manufacturer to foster sustainability in the region
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Gulf Craft launches new designs; gives verdict on Dubai show
The UAE-based builder presented its largest-ever fleet of yachts last week at DIBS
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Dubai show closes on high with focus on large yachts
This year’s event clearly benefited from two years of pent-up demand and a brilliant venue
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Excitement builds as Dubai show opens to much fanfare
DIBS is back in force with visitors packing the aisles and pontoons on the first day
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Middle East Yachting Conference draws to a close
Today’s event in Dubai was the first in four years
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Dubai show opens next week after two-year hiatus
Middle East Yachting Conference to take place prior to the event