All France articles – Page 27
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NewsFrench boat leasing tax changes met with surprise
The French boating industry is at odds with a change in the application of VAT rules on pleasure boats purchased for hire with an option to purchase, which will impact boat rentals as well as boat purchases financed through leasing arrangements. Announced by the French government this ...
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NewsFIN to launch virtual show
The Fédération des Industries Nautiques (FIN) is planning to launch a virtual boat show early in 2021. Marketing of Virtual Nautic will begin next week and involve daily presentations open to all interested professionals.
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NewsOfficial supplier Highfield Boats front & centre at start of the Vendée Globe
The eighth edition of the Vendée Globe sailboat race got underway yesterday with 33 racing yachts and a fleet of Highfield RIBs orchestrating the security and organisation of the start.
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NewsNew measures announced in France - FIN responds
Late last week the French government announced a new decree (No. 2020-1310) that ”prescribed the measures necessary to deal with the Covid-19 epidemic”. Article 46 of the decree states that while ‘beaches, bodies of water and lakes are open’ (unless the prefect decides otherwise in the event of non-compliance with ...
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NewsBetter than forecast results for Groupe Beneteau
The multi-brand French boatbuilder said the company is benefiting from its global, multi-segment positioning against the adverse environment of Covid 19
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NewsFountaine Pajot reports 2019-20 turnover
France’s second largest boatbuilder has released preliminary information for its fiscal year, ending August 31 noting a significant impact stemming from the Covid-19 crisis
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News5th Pre-Owned Multihull show “delights” trade
The fifth edition of the Pre-Owned Multihull Boat Show (Les Occasions du Multicoque) came to a close in the French town of Canet-en-Roussillon on Sunday, where 30 catamarans and trimarans from 39ft-78ft were on display in the harbour.
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NewsAmidst Covid-19, Catana posts annual sales growth
French catamaran builder, the Catana Group, reported its 2020 fiscal year results with a strong rebound in the last quarter ending August 30
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NewsVideoworks opens French office on Cote d’Azur
Videoworks, a systems integration specialist from Italy, has opened a new office in France to provide pre- and after-sales care in Cagnes-sur-Mer on the Cote d’Azur.
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NewsWorld’s first recyclable, solar-electric boat in production
La Bella Verde (LBV), a Spanish developer of eco-friendly catamarans, is to launch what it describes as “the world’s most sustainable boat” in 2021.
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NewsFrench authorities restrict large yacht anchorage areas to protect seagrass
Marine and environmental authorities in the French Alpes-Maritimes on the Cote d’Azur have introduced new laws that restrict anchorage areas in the region for yachts over 20m (66ft) in an action to protect seagrass.
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NewsNew agreement to modernise and strengthen French boating industry
The French Federation of Nautical Industries (FIN) yesterday announced the signing of a new collective agreement with the unions (FCE-CFDT and CFE-CGC) for ‘nautical industry and services’ in France.
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NewsFirst hydrogen-powered yacht premieres in Monaco
The 40ft ‘New Era’ was designed by Hynova Boat What is being touted as the world’s first hydrogen-powered yacht designed by Hynova Boat premiered last week in Monaco during the Planetary Health Week Capital Yachting Experience. The French company launched ‘New Era’ from the La Ciotat Dockyard ...
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NewsAncasta expands European brokerage network
Ancasta International Boat Sales is expanding its European brokerage network with the opening of new sales offices in La Rochelle, France and Nieuwpoort, Belgium. The two new offices bring Ancasta’s total to 22 locations across the UK and Europe.
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NewsParis Boat Show cancelled
French marine industries federation FIN (la Fédération des Industries Nautiques) today announced that it has been forced to cancel the 2020 edition of the Paris Boat Show (Nautic Paris) following the latest announcement from the French Health Minister.
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NewsWhisperPower appoints French distributor
Dutch power and propulsion specialist WhisperPower has chosen SEIMI, part of the Alliance Marine Group, to serve as its overall distributor for the marine markets in France.
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NewsParis Boat Show reorganisation and pleas for government support
The forthcoming Paris Boat Show to be held from December 5th to 13th and organised by the Fédération des Industries Nautiques (FIN) will have a very different layout this year. The exhibition will be reconfigured using Halls 3, 4 and 6 of the Porte de Versailles venue. It will not ...
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NewsBeneteau sells US plant; scales back at other facilities
Group Beneteau’s US production facility in Marion, South Carolina is being purchased by a fibreglass pool manufacturer, while the Group reduces production capacity and headcount across other facilities
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NewsObituary: Bruno Coffre
Bruno Coffre, Ultra Marine Europe sales manager for France Bruno Coffre, Ultra Marine Europe sales manager for France, has passed away suddenly at the age of 61. He was best known for his passion for boats, especially blue water sailing with his family and friends. “Bruno was ...
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NewsWorld Yacht Trophies 2020 held despite Cannes cancellation
While the 2020 Cannes Yachting Festival was unfortunately cancelled, one the key events traditionally held during the event – the19th edition of the World Yacht Trophies 2020 – still went ahead.
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