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VPLP | Quentin Lucet
IBI speaks with Quentin Lucet, naval architect at France-based naval architecture and design firm VPLP, specialising in the application of foil technology to the design of racing mono and multihulls.
IBI Interview with head of US boating association (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, IBI Contributor Craig Ritchie speaks with NMMA President Fred Hugelmeyer about the state of the US boating market and the prospects for the association’s boat shows in 2021. IBI plus subscribers, can watch the full video by clicking here.
IBI Interview with top execs at Fairline (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, Ed Slack speaks with Fairline’s Chief Operating Officer Peter McNulty and Chairman Jason Carley.
Propspeed | Chris Baird
With a product representing a win-win for OEMs, service yards, their boat owners and the environment, Propspeed is on a mission to quadruple turnover within five years. IBI talks to CEO Chris Baird and the team driving the rapid expansion.
Wells Fargo Marine Group President on boat finance in the US - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the edited transcript highlights of IBI’s recent interview with Bruce Van Wagoner on current trends in the North American leisure marine industry, inventory pipeline levels, forecasting in the age of Covid-19 and whether boat dealerships can become too big to fail.
IBI Interview with America’s largest marine finance group (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, IBI North America correspondent Craig Ritchie speaks with Bruce Van Wagoner President of Wells Fargo Marine Group, the largest marine finance provider in the US market about market conditions, inventory levels and how boat manufacturers and dealers have been managing through ...
IBI interview with Mercury’s Chris Drees (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, IBI North America correspondent Craig Ritchie speaks with Chris Drees, President of Brunswick’s Mercury Marine business about market conditions, new product introductions and the challenges of managing a global manufacturing and supply footprint through the Covid-19 crisis.
Nautor’s Swan CEO Giovanni Pomati - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the edited transcript highlights of IBI editor, Ed Slack’s recent interview with Giovanni Pomati on the impact of Covid, new model launches and why the sailing fraternity needs to work together to promote the sailing experience
Appointment at Avalon & Tahoe
Michigan, US-based pontoon boat manufacturer Avalon & Tahoe Mfg Inc recently appointed Duane Dinninger as president.
Executive appointments at MCE
California, US-based Mission Critical Electronics (MCE), parent to the ASEA and Xantrex brands of marine electrical equipment, have announced two new executive appointments.
Arcadia Yachts expands management team with two new appointments
Italy’s Arcadia Yachts has announed the appointment of Francesco Frediani as its new chief commercial officer and Anthony Cioffi as production manager.
Actisense chief engineer appointed NMEA 2000 chair
The NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) has named Andy Campbell as their next NMEA 2000 Committee chair.
Yamaha US Marine makes key appointments
Yamaha announces three executive appointments at its US Marine business unit
Simon ‘Fumesy’ Russell passes away suddenly
Covid takes the life of the SportsBoat World director and former Musto sales manager
Former Tesla Europe manager joins Silent-Yachts
Jochen Rudat, Tesla’s former director for Central Europe, has joined the advisory board of solar-electric catamaran producer Silent-Yachts.
Fraser Yachts founder dies
David L Fraser, founder of global yacht brokerage Fraser Yachts, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at the age of 99.
Lippert names new CIO
Indiana, US-based marine parts and accessories manufacturer Lippert Components Inc (LCI) has named Vince Doepker as chief information officer, charged with leading and sustaining the ongoing transformation of the company’s global information technology division.
Polaris announces executive appointments
Minnesota, US-based boat and powersports equipment manufacturer Polaris Inc has announced three executive appointments following the departure of former CEO Scott Wine on December 31.
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