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James Powell returns to Fairline as Sales Director
Powell has previously worked for two Fairline dealers and was part of the UK Fairline distributorship before joining the factory in 2005
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Interview
IBI Interview with Smoker Craft CEO Doug Smoker (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, IBI correspondent Craig Ritchie speaks with American boatbuilder Doug Smoker, President & CEO of Smoker Craft, a line of fishing and deck boats with wide appeal among among America’s extensive angling and fishing market – about a wide range of topics ...
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Oyster CEO & Owner, Richard Hadida - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Read the transcript of IBI’s recent Oyster interview, where owner and CEO Richard Hadida explains why business is booming; plans for new models; and how he’s revolutionising production
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ISO small craft technical committee points new chairman
Craig Scholten named new chairman for 2021-2013
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Aquila names new brand manager to spearhead US development
Two new models to be laucnhed this year, third on its way
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Interview
IBI Interview with Oyster’s Richard Hadida (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, Ed Slack speaks with Richard Hadida, Owner and CEO of Oyster Yachts about the company’s direction since he came onboard and the outlook for demand and new products over the near term. In this excerpt, Hadida shares his thoughts on coming ...
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Article
Brunswick CEO shares insights on engine design
David Foulkes’ background and passion for engine design as head of product development at Brunswick Corporation’s Mercury Division before taking on the company’s top spot as CEO reveals how his company is responding to the demand from boat builders to integrate more powerful outboards into their designs.
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New CEO for Sailfish Boats
Georgia, US-based fibreglass boatbuilder Sailfish Boats announced late last week that it has named marine industry veteran Rob Parmentier as its new president and CEO with immediate effect.
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Article
Brunswick Corporation | David Foulkes
David Foulkes’ career to date has been underscored by one great passion: design. IBI contributor Francesca Goi speaks with Brunswick’s chief executive officer about his roots in the Mercury Division responsible for development all of the company’s engine products since 2007, including the recent successful line of more powerful outboards.
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Pantaenius CEO Harald Baum turns 80
Harald Baum was already a helmsman at the age of six. This early experience helped him to become a yacht insurance expert. Now the Pantaenius CEO celebrates his 80th birthday…
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Interview
IBI Interview with Finnmaster’s Kjell Björklund (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, Ed Slack speaks with Kjell Björklund, Managing Director of Finnmaster Boats, Scandinavia’s biggest boatbuilder with three ranges – Finnmaster, Grandezza and Husky. In this excerpt, Björklund discusses the builder’s plans for continued growth. IBI plus subscribers, can watch the full video ...
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SA Princess distributor appoints new associate, expands footprint
Lindani Mchunu joins Abromowitz Sharp & Associates
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Beneteau Group CEO, Jérôme de Metz - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Read the transcript of IBI’s recent interview with Beneteau Group CEO where is explains the thinking behind the French builder’s ambitious new strategy to cope with a fast changing market
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Interview
IBI interview with Beneteau CEO Jérôme de Metz (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview, Ed Slack speaks with Jérôme de Metz, Chariman and CEO of France-based Groupe Beneteau, the global leader in sailboat and multihull production, and second largest boatbuilder worldwide. In this excerpt, De Metz discusses aspects of the company’s new five-year strategic plan which ...
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Calibre names new business development leader
Calibre Inc, a premier paint finishing and supply chain solutions specialist in the US, has named Fred Kolacki to the position of new business development leader.
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Appointment at Mastercraft Boat Holdings
Scott Womack named president of NauticStar fibreglass fishing boat brand
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Roscioli Shipyard founder dies from Covid-19
Robert “Bob” Roscioli, who began a five-decade yachting career sanding and painting hulls by hand and gained a reputation as a perfectionist, died 27 July from Covid-19 at the age of 76, according to the company website.
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Premorel, the man behind Prestige Yachts and Lagoon, dies at 64
Jean-François de Prémorel played central role in Jeanneau, Prestige and Lagoon development