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AfricaInnovation, improved operating conditions propel SA yards forward
Despite market uncertainty, tariff concerns, and rising freight costs, South African yards are optimistic heading into 2026
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AfricaEquipment: Adapting to challenges and opportunities
Despite tariff impacts and logistical hurdles, stakeholders remain optimistic about 2026, citing improved infrastructure, increased demand for high-end imports, and expanded service offerings as key drivers of resilience
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AfricaOverview: Marine sector navigates tariff turbulence and global market slowdown
Despite US trade tariffs and plateauing global demand, South Africa’s boat building industry remains buoyed by full order books, improved operating conditions, and growing public-private collaboration. Luxury catamarans dominate exports, while innovation and resilience drive the sector forward amid geopolitical and economic challenges
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News‘Mystery’ yacht with two deceased sailors aboard now under tow
The bodies of an Australian woman and French man were discovered earlier this week aboard the 50ft Acteon
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NewsSouthern Wind launches new SW108 under moonlight in Cape Town
Kalantis was christened at night with the new owner’s representative in attendance
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NewsEvolution Marine enters high-performance sector with new strategic partnership
The South African yard is working on a next-gen 40ft offshore foiling racer
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NewsSA recreational boaters warned to beware hazardous weed at top dam
The spread of invasive water hyacinth is so prolific it poses a safety hazard
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NewsUS marine supplier expands footprint to South Africa
Titan Marine Air is a specialist in the repair, servicing and installation of marine aircon and refrigeration systems
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NewsSouth African composites supplier opens Cape Town head office
The new location features a new fully-equipped training centre
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NewsVision Yachts appoints exclusive Australian dealer
South African cat builder strengthens presence Down Under
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NewsSouth African marine consultancy targets Australian market
TLEMS is looking to forge partnerships for a range of models
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NewsSAMSA appoints permanent CEO amid increase in marine traffic
Captain Dennis Mqadi joins the South African Maritime Safety Authority from Transnet
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NewsUS tariffs prompt top SA yard to outfit boats in US on trial basis
Hammer Yachts says the move could benefit South Africa if it leads to increased production
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NewsAfrican Boating Conference sets a new course for the continent’s marine future
South Africa is being positioned as the continent’s springboard into the global marine economy, as speakers at the inaugural African Boating Conference urged the industry to leverage Africa’s population growth, geography, and talent pipeline to compete globally in manufacturing, marine tourism and superyacht services
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NewsBalance Catamarans launches third new model this year
The Balance 502 is a successor to the South African yard’s successful 482 model
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NewsCape Town’s V&A waterfront introduces first electric tourist boat
The launch represents a major step forward for sustainable marine transport
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NewsMedia reports detail Starlink’s planned €99m investment in South Africa
The reports are based on remarks by a SpaceX senior director
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NewsPesto Sea Group opens South African operations in Cape Town
The new venture will join the African Boating Conference as a Gold Sponsor
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NewsHammer Yachts unveils first ‘walkaround’ HammerCat 35 HH
The first unit will stay in Cape Town, with a second due in the US by year-end
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