All International Boat Industry articles in Web Content 2018 – Page 7
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NewsRenewal of 'civil' fleet by Russian Ministry of Defence could provide boost to SY builders
The planned renewal of its ’civil’ fleet - leisure boats of around 100ft used by senior commanders - could also provide opportunites for Western yards
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Poland’s new regulation to cap yacht registration fees
Draft order to reduce rate for owners of larger vessels
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NewsYachtAid Global executive director resigns
After a year of volunteer service as executive director of superyacht aid organisation YachtAid Global, Tim Forderer has resigned from his post.
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NewsFirst Maldives marina to open early in 2019
The Maldives is readily known for its beauty and considerable potential as a superyacht cruising area, but while it has a number boat and yacht mooring locations, the country is still without a proper marina. This is set to change over the next couple of years with a new 30-berth ...
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Yacht owner, captain guilty in illegal charter leading to passenger’s death
A yacht owner and the unlicensed captain he hired for his illegal charter operation have both pleaded guilty to charges resulting from the death of a passenger last April.
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NewsMassachusetts Marine Trade Association receives US$100,000 toward workforce development
The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA) has been awarded $100,000 from the State of Massachusetts to support workforce development and career technical education in the marine trades.
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NewsJapan’s boating industry vies for younger participants
Like its counterparts in the US and Europe, Japan’s recreational boating industry is trying to attract young people and women into the sport by focusing on services and events that focus on experiences rather than goods, like boat sharing.
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NewsAustralian marina development moving ahead
Water-based development and harbour dredging are currently underway for the first phase of a proposed 318-slip, state-of-the-art marina facility being constructed at Burnett Heads on Australia’s Coral Coast.
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NewsSunseeker brothers receive Outstanding Achievement award
The brothers behind UK boatbuilder Sunseeker International picked up an Outstanding Achievement award at the 2018 Luxury Briefing Awards in London this week. Robert and John Braithwaite were recognised for a combined career spanning more than 100 years.
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NewsCRN unveils new series of explorer yachts
Italian shipyard CRN has unveiled the AlfaRosso concept, a new series of explorer yachts designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design. The yachts will be available in three lengths – 45m, 50m and 55m – with a gross tonnage from 499GT for the 45m model.
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NewsCountdown begins to what is set to be the biggest METSTRADE ever
As the largest B2B event for the leisure marine sector prepares to open its doors in Amsterdam next week, the 31st METSTRADE Show is set to be the largest and most inspirational to date.
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News1st Asia Powerboat Championship to take place in Hong Kong
The high-speed sport of powerboat racing is having its first Asian championship in Hong Kong tomorrow. Organised by the Asia Powerboat Association led by Martin Lai, Jacky Kong and Mark Tribe from Asia Powerboat Development Ltd, the 1st Asia Powerboat Championship will be held from November 9-11 in Tolo Harbour, ...
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Smart Locks for Yachts in exclusive UK distribution partnership
Smart Locks for Yachts has announced an exclusive UK distribution partnership with Trend Marine Products Ltd, a designer and manufacturer of marine doors and glazing systems, ahead of both companies’ presence at the METSTRADE Show in Amsterdam next week
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NewsSA boatbuilders welcome new industry umbrella body
The South African Boatbuilders Export Council (SABBEX) has welcomed the formation of a new national maritime umbrella organisation tasked with growing and transforming the country’s maritime economy.
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NewsZhik hires sales manager for the Americas
Australia-based performance boating apparel manufacturer Zhik Pty Ltd has named Jerry Richards as its new sales manager for the Americas.
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NewsWest Marine CEO steps down
After just 10 months on the job as CEO, Doug Robinson has left West Marine. The North American boating supply retailer issued a brief statement Tuesday.
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NewsAncasta opens ‘virtual’ UK office
Ancasta, the UK-based international boat sales firm, has opened a ‘virtual’ office in Portland and Poole to service central southwest England.
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NewsUltraflex unveils new VELAIR brand
The Ultraflex Group, an Italian manufacturer and distributor of marine accessories and equipment, has launched a new range of self-contained air conditioners under the VELAIR brand.
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Ft Lauderdale marina to develop fully automated dry stack
F3 Marina is set to break ground in January on a 240 berth fully-automated dry stack marina on the Seminole River Canal in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, making it the second automated dry stack of its type in the US.
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