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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.
IBI interview with MarineMax CEO Brett McGill (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview, IBI contributor Craig Ritchie speaks with Brett McGill, CEO of mega boat retailer MarineMax about significant shifts emerging out of the Covid-19 crisis and the role technology and digital investments are playing in the company’s business model.
Bavaria Yachts Group CEO Michael Müller - The 10-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Read the transcript of IBI’s recent interview with Michael Müller, Bavaria’s CEO as he outlines the builder’s strategy for new launches, new work practises and ambitions for the German brand post Covid.
IBI interview with Bavaria CEO Michael Müller (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview, Editor Ed Slack speaks with Michael Müller, CEO of the Bavaria Yachts Group
IBI interview with Axopar (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview, Editor Ed Slack speaks with Axopar Co-founder Jan-Erik Viitala
Interview with Navico’s Knut Frostad (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview, Editor Ed Slack speaks with Knut Frostad, President & CEO of Navico about how the electronics manufacturer is managing Covid at facilities spanning 40 countries; Q2 expectations for the company and the industry, the development of glass bridge technology and advanced underwater ...
Lippert Components’ CEO Jason Lippert – The 15-Minute Read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the edited transcript highlights of IBI’s recent interview with Jason Lippert and learn about the benefits of experienced leadership, the growth of powered stuff and why this is a key time for the industry to focus on quality.
Interview with Jason Lippert of Lippert Components (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview, Craig Ritchie speaks with Jason Lippert, CEO of Lippert Componet Industries (LCI), the US and Europe-based component manufacturer whose broad portfolio includes Taylor Made, Lewmar and Power Arm – strategic acquisitions made in the last 18 months to provide the company with ...
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.
Appointment at Mastercraft Boat Holdings
Scott Womack named president of NauticStar fibreglass fishing boat brand
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.
Premorel, the man behind Prestige Yachts and Lagoon, dies at 64
Jean-François de Prémorel played central role in Jeanneau, Prestige and Lagoon development
British Marine appoints new commercial director
James Moscicki has joined the executive team of UK trade association British Marine as commercial director.
Ancasta Race Boats opens new US office, appoints broker to support expansion
Alex Higby to head up Ancasta’s yacht racing division in San Francisco
Vaikobi Ocean Performance grows sales team
Vaikobi Ocean Performance, the Australian technical apparel brand, has hired Bryan Stewart as international sales and marketing manager. Based in the UK, Stewart will manage Vaikobi’s international dealer network, with a particular focus on Europe.
Legendary SA builder Uwe Jaspersen dies
The well-known South African boatbuilder died suddenly on Monday
Williams Jet Tenders expands design team
UK-based jet tender specialist Williams Jet Tender has expanded its design and engineering team with the appointment of Oliver Browne as senior designer.
MarineMax names new president of retail operations
US boat and yacht retailer MarineMax has promoted its VP of retail operations, Kyle Langbehn, to president of retail operations with immediate effect.
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