All UK articles – Page 9
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NewsUK RIB manufacturer sold to British entrepreneur
Ribcraft UK, based in Yeovil, Somerset, has been bought by UK entrepreneur Toby Adams and looks set to expand on the success it has already enjoyed in growing governmental, military and securities sectors as well as placing a larger emphasis on environmental sustainability.
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UK yacht chandler sold
L-R: SeaFront directors Simon Sheehan and Richard Besse with general manager of Nick Cox Matt Evans and SeaFront operations manager Liz Evans SeaFront Marine Group in the UK has acquired Lymington-based retailer Nick Cox Yacht Chandler, expanding the company’s portfolio of marine product distribution, sales and ...
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MDL Marinas strengthens management with six new appointments
MDL Marinas has announced six new managers across its UK marinas, five of which have been promoted internally.
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Nautical ID makes global debut
A new system that alerts boat owners to problems has been launched by Nautical ID International in the UK.
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Actisense signs global distribution agreement with Radio Holland Group
Actisense, the UK-based marine electronics specialist, has signed a distribution agreement with global marine electronics, navigation and communications experts, Radio Holland, part of Pon Holdings.
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Marathon Leisure appointed Z-Guard’s UK & Ireland distributor
Marathon Leisure has been appointed as the sole distributor for Z-Guard performance anodes.
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Arksen starts construction of first explorer yacht
85ft Project Ocean to be flagship for initial three models with larger ones in planning
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VICTA: 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.
