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NewsVICTA: surface submersible aimed at ‘aqua tourism,’ defense
SubSea’s VICTA 1200: Sea trials will begin next year A British company is set to launch next year what it is calling “one of the world’s most technologically advanced and cutting-edge surface submersible craft” following a US$15m investment. Bond-like in its concept and design, SubSea ...
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UK yacht owners with boats overseas granted one-year VAT extension
UK yacht owners have been granted another year to avoid paying VAT twice on boats returning to the UK, according to the Financial Times newspaper.
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Cox Powertrain appoints new head of sales
UK diesel outboard manufacturer Cox Powertrain has named Hugh Hudleston as the group’s new head of sales. Hudleston will be responsible for the global sales and distribution of the CXO300 diesel outboard as well as managing key relationships within Cox’s network of 35 distributors across the US, UK, Europe and ...
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Brexit creates uncertainty for UK's Premier Marinas Group
Small increases in turnover and profit in the Group’s financial year ended September 2019
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Sunseeker celebrates apprentice and graduate success
The UK’s Sunseeker International recently presented 21 certificates to individuals who have successfully completed the company’s apprenticeship scheme or brand-new graduate scheme.
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Actisense named ‘Best Marine Tech Company’ in South Coast Tech Awards
UK-based marine electronics specialist Actisense was named Best Marine Tech Company at the virtual 2020 South Coast Tech Awards last week.
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British Marine launches dedicated Brexit microsite to help UK business cope with changes
New site regularly updated and supported by new focused webinair series
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Oceanic Systems reports record year
Oceanic Systems (UK) Ltd, manufacturer of NMEA2000-based Integrated Alarm, Display and Control Systems for leisure and commercial vessels, is reporting record figures for the year.
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2019 turnover up at Williams Jet Tenders
Financial accounts for UK-based Williams Jet Tenders (Holdings) reveal the company enjoyed a 7% increase in turnover for the financial year ending December 2019 to £24.3 million (approximately €26 million) compared to the previous year. In their report filed with the annual accounts, the Directors described the results as ...
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Oyster hires new head of group events
The UK’s Oyster Yachts has named Allie Smith as its new head of group events. Her role will include developing and managing Oyster’s international rallies and events, including the next Oyster World Rally which will start from Antigua in January 2022 and all Oyster regattas worldwide.
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Comitti secures dealership for UK and Caribbean
Comitti, the long-established Italian builder of wood and composite powerboats located on Lake Como, has appointed Comitti Boats UK Ltd as its dealer for the UK and Caribbean. Comitti UK is owned by Dr Karen Dickens and managed by James Hart and is located in Lymington.
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SmartPlug Systems expands UK distribution
US-based shore power specialist SmartPlug Systems has expanded its distribution in the UK with the appointment of Energy Solutions. Based in Seattle, Washington, SmartPlug makes stainless steel and non-metallic shore power inlets and connectors for both the North American and international markets.
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UK marine electronics distributor expands
UK-based marine electronics distributor SMG has opened a new sales office at Trafalgar Wharf in Portsmouth. The new office provides local sales support and demonstration facilities for SMG’s south coast trade customers, including training, product launches and sales promotions.
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WhisperPower sets up UK distribution and service centre
Dutch power and propulsion specialist WhisperPower BV today announced that it has set up its own UK sales and service centre in South Yorkshire using staff from a previous distributor.
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New WesCom CEO
WesCom Signal and Rescue, a UK supplier of marine distress signals, has named Ross Wilkinson as its new CEO.
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New technology helps shape MCA’s future SAR operations
UK’s Maritime Coastguard Agency looks into use of remotely piloted aircraft technology as a driver for the next generation of search and rescue
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Barrus strengthens Marine Equipment Division
UK distributor makes raft of new appointments following rapid growth
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Cooney Marine announces biggest expansion in firm’s history
UK marine equipment manufacturer Cooney Marine has announced the largest expansion in the firm’s history, with the addition of a new 9,000sq ft state-of-the-art production facility and a high-tech design and technology centre at its Kettering site.
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UK maritime training business fighting to survive
Red Ensign Training hit hard by Covid-19 and impact on marine industry
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Sunseeker invests capital to accelerate growth
Sunseeker has been back to full production since June The UK’s Sunseeker International, together with backing from its Chinese majority shareholder Dalian Wanda, is investing additional working capital with immediate effect in order to accelerate future growth plans. The brand is investing over £38m in ...
