All The Netherlands articles – Page 105

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    BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Shaken, but not deterred

    2009-11-01T11:11:00Z

    The Dutch industry has been hit hard by recession, but many show resilience in the face of adversity

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    Building begins on J-Class Rainbow

    2009-10-22T22:27:00Z

    Construction has started on the hull of the new J-Class Rainbow at Bloemsma Aluminiumbouw's Makkum yard in the Netherlands

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    New build | Round-up: Netherlands - Dutch courage

    2009-06-01T14:39:00Z

    Like any other sector Holland’s superyacht industry may be susceptible to the global downturn, But the Dutch remain well positioned to see through the freeze

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    Steel the show

    2008-12-01T10:50:00Z

    Linssen Yachts dominates the steel displacement boatbuilding sector in Holland, producing high-quality boats in the 9m-15m (30ft-49ft) range. Fresh from the Linssen ‘in-house’ boat show, its order book is remarkably healthy, despite the worldwide recession. How has this family-run business bucked the trend, and is it something to do with ...

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    BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: High flying Dutchmen

    2008-11-01T11:05:00Z

    One of the most important markets for Dutch superyachts may have taken a serious hit from the credit crunch, but big boats are still booming in the Netherlands

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    BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Brokers

    2008-11-01T11:03:00Z

    ‘Back to reality’ is how Dutch brokers are describing 2008. For most this has meant a drop in the number of units leaving showrooms. “We don’t have the sales of three years ago,” says John Stalman, director of Bavaria sailboat dealer Van den Bosch Yachting in Almere. “But we can’t ...

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    BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Equipment suppliers

    2008-11-01T11:01:00Z

    Mixed fortunes characterise the Dutch marine equipment industry in the last quarter of 2008. The sector is, however, well-established enough to be accustomed to the highs and lows of the markets, and many companies have sufficiently diverse interests to weather even the storm.Beschier Kik, managing director of 45-year-old Dutch engine ...

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    BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Eye of the storm

    2008-11-01T11:00:00Z

    Exports are key to the Dutch marine industry. With little opportunity for growth on home turf, how will the Netherlands cope as financial turbulence hits markets around the world?

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    BUSINESS REPORT | The Netherlands: Dutch superyacht round-up 2007

    2007-11-01T16:15:00Z

    The Dutch may not build the biggest superyachts — that end of things continues to be the preserve of the German yards — but when it comes to quality Dutch yards still reign supreme. Following is a snapshot look at what the major players are up to

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    BUSINESS REPORT | The Netherlands: Vetus looks to augment product line in five year growth plan

    2007-11-01T16:14:00Z

    Following its acquisition earlier this year Vetus has unveiled a five-year plan to grow the company, whilst actively seeking acquisitions to enhance its already diverse product range

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    BUSINESS REPORT | The Netherlands: New markets for Mulder Shipyard

    2007-11-01T16:13:00Z

    With demand for ever bigger yachts, an order book full until the end of 2009, and Italy and Russia emerging as key markets, Mulder has never neen busier.

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    BUSINESS REPORT | The Netherlands: Linssen investment

    2007-11-01T16:10:00Z

    The Maasbracht-based builder of steel motoryachts has invested some E2 million in state-of-the-art CNC machinery and a complete upgrade of its interior module department.

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    BUSINESS REPORT | The Netherlands

    2007-11-01T16:09:00Z

    The Dutch market remains relatively buoyant, with an increasing number of manufacturers investing to increase efficiencies in the face of increased competition from abroad. Though the outlook remains positive, the potential lack of skilled workers to shoulder the growth remains cause for concern.