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IBEX attendance off 30 per cent
But organisers say post-show feedback suggests boat and accessory production rising
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Everglades Boats names export representative
Spencer Ship Monaco is the new international sales office and export representative for Everglades Boats
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British hostages offered as exchange for prisoners
The group holding British yacht owners Rachel and Paul Chandler have demanded the release of captured hijackers in return for the couple captured on October 23
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Fiart Mare teams up with Capi2
The Italian boatbuilder will install Capi2 distributed power systems on its entire range of yachts
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Orolia to buy McMurdo
The US electronics specialist has signed an agreement to acquire McMurdo for US$10m in cash
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Infrastructure | The full Montenegro
Duty free fuel and a state-of-the-art marina could prove a winning combination for boaters after a bargain in the Med
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Marketplace | Watermakers: Squeezing every drop
Competition among manufacturers of desalinators continues to mount as they strive to refine the production of potable water by reverse osmosis, to make ever more of this precious commodity with greater efficiency and less energy Including A-Z company profiles
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SPECIAL REPORT | Resurrection: Trumpy Yachts - Trumpy’s triumphant return
The famed American builder from the early 20th century has been resurrected, with throwback designs married to modern construction
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SHOW REVIEW | GENOA: Surviving the storm
Visitor numbers may have been down at Genoa International Boat Show, but the Italian event remains one of the biggest in the world. Plans are for the show to expand its already extensive scope to boost the Italian marine market all year round
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BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: A show of unity - Boat brokers rally together
Qualified Yacht & Ship Brokers Association reports signs of market recovery
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World news focus | US stocks: Swimming in red ink, soaring share prices
After a year of financial losses, share prices for Brunswick and MarineMax are skyrocketing. Does that signal an industry-wide recovery in Wall Street’s eyes, or just survival of the fittest?
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SNAPSHOT | SOUTH AFRICA: A long road to recovery
It’s not just the recession that South Africa’s boatbuilders are battling — with the rand strong against the dollar, spiralling transport costs and a dearth of skilled labour, things could get worse before they get better
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Legal column | Refit for purpose
The clear message from the Monaco show was that refit is now king. All aspects require special care — especially contracts
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The interview | Barry Gilmour:
A rare combination of experience and skill is driving this leading British shipbuiler into a new world of superyacht success
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BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Superyacht builders
Superyachts make a significant contribution to Holland’s marine industry. According to a survey of superyacht builders carried out by SuperYachtTimes.com, the Netherlands was the world’s fourth largest exponent of yachts over 24m (79ft) in 2008, after Italy, the US and Turkey. In the same year Dutch marine federation HISWA counted ...
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BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Equipment suppliers & service providers
‘Diversification’ is the strategy of choice for many Dutch equipment companies looking to escape the downturn.
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BUSINESS REPORT | THE NETHERLANDS: Shaken, but not deterred
The Dutch industry has been hit hard by recession, but many show resilience in the face of adversity
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New build | Round-up: US - Standing their ground
This year has been tough for american superyacht builders in terms of orders, but the yards remain optimistic for the future
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Special feature | Yacht transportation: Hitchhikers guide to yacht transport
Despite a bill that could run well in to six figures, using a yacht transporter to move your prized possession could pay dividends in the long run
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Industry Insider | Mark Schwabero
It has been three long years for Mercury Marine, as it has seen dwindling orders, across-the-board layoffs and a bitter fight with its union. But Mercury’s president says it is now on a clear path — reinventing itself into a smaller, more nimble company