All articles by David Robinson – Page 82

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    CNI and Nowboat merge in technology tie-up

    2019-06-07T14:28:00Z

    Hong Kong-based ‘boating experience’ business, Nowboat, and Camper & Nicholsons International (CNI), the global superyacht services business now owned by a Hong Kong group, have announced a technology merger with the objective of launching a new platform for the international yacht market.

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    UK creates 41 new marine conservation areas

    2019-06-07T08:51:00Z

    As part of its ongoing policy to protect its extensive marine environment, the UK government has created 41 new marine conservation zones (MCZs) to expand its protection of British marine life.

  • New Cornish start-up Henderson Fletcher Yachts
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    UK boatbuilding start-up receives funding

    2019-06-05T08:37:00Z

    The Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Investment Fund (CIOSIF) in the UK has supported new Cornish start-up boatbuilder, Henderson Fletcher Yachts, with a £39,500 loan. The Gweek-based firm will manufacture high-end, sail-powered yachts and motor cruisers to be sold to clients worldwide via an international brokering network.

  • Aerial of Sydney berthing facilities
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    Australian marina sector sees moderate revenue and job growth

    2019-06-04T14:19:00Z

    Survey provides key indicators on Australia’s marina sector

  • Lake Macquarie's Trinity Point Marina
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    Bellingham completes first phase of Australian marina project

    2019-06-04T11:23:00Z

    One of the latest projects for Bellingham Marine in Australia involves the first phase completion of Trinity Point Marina on Lake Macquarie in New South Wales.

  • The Maritimo X50 proved popular at SCIBS
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    Maritimo reports multiple sales at Sanctuary Cove show

    2019-06-03T14:37:00Z

    Australian cruising yacht manufacturer Maritimo has reported strong sales at the recent Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) – a reflection of its growing status in the international market. The enhancement of its status includes the doubling of its manufacturing plant on Australia’s Gold Coast, a consistent new model launch ...

  • The Riviera 54 Enclosed Flybridge
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    Riviera unveils new models at Sanctuary Cove

    2019-05-30T14:10:00Z

    Riviera, Australia’s leading builder of luxury yachts, launched four new models at the 2019 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) last week. In total, the company had 12 yachts on display – its largest fleet at any show this year.

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    MIA Club Marine Marina Award winners announced

    2019-05-30T09:37:00Z

    After two days of active marina industry discussion, the Marinas19 Conference ended with the announcement of the winners of the Marina Industries Association (MIA)-Club Marine Marina Awards 2019-20.

  • Sydney, Australia
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    Burgess enters Australian market

    2019-05-29T14:01:00Z

    International superyacht services provider Burgess has extended its global network to Australia with the opening of a branch in Sydney. The new office is led by Christoffer Santon as head of Burgess in Australia. The news follows Burgess’ strongest global first-half performance ever and the launch of The Burgess Partnership.

  • Marinas19 Conference
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    Australian MIA to ban single-use plastics at marinas by 2025

    2019-05-29T07:59:00Z

    The Australian Marinas Industries Association (MIA) has joined the global fight against plastic waste by announcing at its Marinas19 Conference a new policy aimed at eliminating single-use plastics in the country’s marinas. The conference, held every two years, ran from May 27-28 at the Sea World Resort in Southport on ...

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    Australian SY Rendezvous highlights future opportunities

    2019-05-28T11:46:00Z

    The third annual Australian Superyacht Rendezvous (ASYR), held from May 17-18 at Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM), provided a positive insight into what the future opportunities for the superyacht market in Australia hold. ASYR also underlined its position as an established gathering within the Asia Pacific superyacht market ...

  • Around 47,250 people attended SCIBS 2019
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    SCIBS 2019 declared best show in event's 31-year history

    2019-05-28T09:29:00Z

    A number of well-experienced Australian marine industry executives have declared the 2019 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) the best in the event’s 31-year-history, with record crowds, good weather and multimillion-dollar sales proving a successful combination.

  • Greg Haines and Scott Davis are well-known figures in Queensland's boating scene
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    Princess Yachts revamps Australian dealership

    2019-05-24T08:27:00Z

    Princess Yachts announced at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) that it has set up a new venture to handle its distribution in Australia. Princess has joined forces with Greg Haines, who has worked with Maritimo for a number of years.

  • The 2019 Australian Marine Industry Award winners
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    Australian Marine Industry Awards highlight global success

    2019-05-22T14:17:00Z

    An inherent element of the annual ASMEX conference is the Australian Marine Industry Awards. Always held at a gala event, the awards reflect the success of the country’s strong marine industry, covering superyachts, marine recreation and commercial marine activities.

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    ASMEX 2019 addresses key issues facing domestic and Asia-Pacific market

    2019-05-21T10:47:00Z

    A regular subject covered by the ASMEX (Australian Superyacht, Marine Exports & Commercial) conference over its nine editions has been a focus of how to attract more superyachts to Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. The 2019 event has been no different, but in an intense day-and-a-half conference a number of ...

  • Greek flag
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    Greece implements new yacht cruising tax

    2019-05-21T10:00:00Z

    The Greek government has implemented its new cruising tax, also called the TEPAI, which was initially set to be introduced in early April. The news was issued by the UK-based Cruising Association (CA), many of whose members will likely be visiting Greek waters later this year.

  • Michael Healy, MP for Cairns and the Queensland government's superyacht strategy champion 2
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    Queensland promoted as Australia’s main SY state

    2019-05-20T15:07:00Z

    On the first day of ASMEX, the Australian Superyacht, Marine Export & Commercial Marine Industry Conference, a clear message was presented to the 150-plus delegates from a dozen countries that Queensland is Australia’s superyacht state.

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    MYBA Charter Show breaks new records

    2019-05-20T07:00:00Z

    The 31st MYBA Charter Show, held earlier this month at Marina Port Vell in Barcelona, appears to have been one of the most successful in the event’s history – if not the most successful. A number of records are reported to have been achieved.

  • British Marine logo
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    British Marine launches new strategic plan

    2019-05-17T08:50:00Z

    Following the appointment last year of Lesley Robinson as CEO of British Marine, the UK’s recreational trade body, a new strategic plan has been developed to take the organisation into the future. The plans have been discussed at a series of roadshows held in different areas of the country.

  • Works are well underway at Gold Coast-based The Boat Works
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    Queensland gears up for welcoming larger superyachts

    2019-05-16T13:56:00Z

    Major investments and events highlight state’s leading role