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Port Denarau Marina doubles profits in FY2024-25
The results were largely driven by a significant revaluation of investment properties
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Madagascar riots disrupt boating clearance, reports OSASA
The Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa says the unrest is affecting entry and exit procedures for yachts and superyachts
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Polish builder expands portfolio, eyes Nordic expansion
VTS is introducing two new Flying Shark models while developing a larger model planned for release within three years
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Maltese repair and refit specialist expands in southern France
Melita Marine Group braces for a busy year amid tightening regulations
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Media 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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Record sales highlight 2025 São Paulo Boat Show
Latin America’s premier nautical event saw over 750 boats sold, a 7.1% increase on 2024
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Strong growth for Marex Boats following US premiere
IBI speaks with co-owner Thomas Ekholt Aalrud about Marex’s US debut, export growth, and its commitment to innovative, family-friendly Scandinavian yacht design
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Seychelles superyacht visits decline due to Red Sea insecurity
Yet investment in the island nation’s recreational boating sector remains strong
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Omaya Yachts and its fresh take on the catamaran
Making its global debut at Cannes in September, Bulgarian shipyard Omaya Yachts unveiled the Omaya 50 – a sleek, performance-focused catamaran. CEO Kaloyan Radulov reflects on the company’s journey from newcomer to serious contender in the luxury multihull market
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German superyacht sector heats up with new shipyard, concepts, and major projects
The developments highlight innovative design, German engineering, and high-end craftsmanship with a focus on sustainability and refit services
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Important changes planned for Sindalah Island luxury destination
Operations disrupted since its soft opening last October
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Dutch millionaire cancels Amsterdam ‘Superyacht Tech Campus’ project
Wim Beelen will retain access to a small part of the site to build his own superyacht yard
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Sunseeker International in negotiations to acquire Sunseeker London
Discussions are thought to be at an advanced stage
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Wells Fargo files lawsuit against US boat rental firm
The commercial bank has filed a breach of contract claim against Your Boat Club Minnesota, seeking the seizure of 269 vessels following a loan default
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Charter boats fleeing US Virgin Islands over fee dispute
Nearly 90 charter boats have moved from the USVI to the British Virgin Islands following new fees, taking with them around US$14m in direct seasonal revenue
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US government shutdown impacts recreation access, manufacturing and trade
The NMMA has outlined how its members could be affected, based on the most recent agency contingency plans and lessons from prior disruptions
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Robertson & Caine CEO speaks out on tariffs, sends message to Trump
Theo Loock says the 30% tariff is damaging both US businesses and South African yards
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US dealer expands Southwest Florida footprint with latest acquisition
The sale is expected to close imminently
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Georgia signs $6.5bn deal to transform Tbilisi waterfront and Gonio marina
The Georgian government and Dubai-based Eagle Hills are working together on two major developments
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Rand Boats files for bankruptcy in Denmark
The Danish electric boat builder has been declared bankrupt following heavy debts and a failed reconstruction attempt earlier this summer