IBI Interview Series
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InterviewHanseYachts' CEO Hanjo Runde on driving efficiencies and adapting to new market dynamics
Hanjo Runde talks to IBI about driving efficiencies to hit double-digit margins and how the boatbuilder is adapting to new market dynamics.
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InterviewMagnus Rassy | CEO | Hallberg-Rassy
Located on Sweden’s west coast, an hour north of Gothenburg, HallbergRassy is one of the sailing world’s most recognised and respected brands.
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InterviewSir Ben Ainslie and the flight path to success
What makes Sir Ben Ainslie and the AC challenger Ineos Britannia team tick? I found out on a visit to the team base in Barcelona
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InterviewNavico’s Tara Norton on the business case for sustainability
As more marine companies commit to sustainability targets and the annual reports which will hold them accountable, they are also creating new C-level executive positions to drive and monitor the necessary business-wide transformations. IBI speaks to recent industry newcomer, Tara Norton, to discuss the sustainability challenges and opportunities facing ...
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InterviewGtechniq enters marine finishes segment
Automotive sealant manufacturer launches marine finish protector business at Miami show
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InterviewSmartgyro looks to turbocharge US sales
Stabiliser specialist looks to strengthen supply chain and dealer network in US
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InterviewIndmar introduces jet drive for pontoons
2.3lt EcoJet said to revolutionise pontoon boat segment by allowing unprecedented interior designs
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InterviewMission Critical Electronics | Kevin Moschetti
Kevin Moschetti, CEO of Mission Critical Electronics Since little equipment on a boat will operate without power, enabling a steady supply of clean, stable current is foundational to modern boat design and critical to the functionality of onboard equipment. As the head of a company that drives ...
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InterviewIn conversation with: Luca Bassani
When it comes to colour, the boat industry had for many years appeared to have taken a leaf out of Henry Ford’s design notebook – prospective owners of a Model T Ford could have it in any colour ”as a long as it was black.” Generations of boaters would ...
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InterviewWells Fargo Marine Group | Chad Lyon
Named commercial leader for Wells Fargo Distribution Finance Marine and RV group in May, Chad Lyon takes the reigns as head of the US bank’s significant leisure boating business following the retirement of Bruce Van Wagoner in April. IBI’s Craig Ritchie speaks with Lyon, coming into the leisure boat industry ...
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InterviewLippert Components | Brian Hall on supply chain costs
With annual sales approaching $3 billion, LCI Industries supplies highly engineered components to OEMs of RVs, boats and other segments, along with their related aftermarkets, and knows a thing or two about material costs. In 2020, steel and aluminium made up more than 50% of the company’s raw material ...
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InterviewDLL Finance | Maarten Endel on boat finance
A subsidiary of Rabobank Group, DLL enters the leisure marine sector with launch of worldwide delear finance programs, leveraging its finance know-how and infrastructure to take market share in the boat business – a potential win-win for the industry
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InterviewPropspeed | Chris Baird
With a product representing a win-win for OEMs, service yards, their boat owners and the environment, Propspeed is on a mission to quadruple turnover within five years. IBI talks to CEO Chris Baird and the team driving the rapid expansion.
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InterviewBrunswick Boat Group | Huw Bower
The president of Brunswick Boat Group speaks with IBI about building boats through a pandemic, and how the experience could change the industry moving forward
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InterviewPrincess Yachts executive chairman, Antony Sheriff - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the transcript highlights of IBI’s recent Interview to learn how Princess is coping with Covid, how consumers are changing, and why Antony Sheriff is optimistic about the new normal
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InterviewSunseeker CEO, Andrea Frabetti - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the edited transcript of IBI’s recent CEO interview, with highlights including the impact of Covid-19 on the builder; its plans for Cannes and how it plans to transform its business model
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InterviewFerretti Group CEO, Alberto Galassi – The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the transcript of IBI’s recent CEO interview, with highlights including the cost and full impact of Covid-19 on the builder; his views on prospects for a market rebound; and the memories of Covid-19 that haunt him
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InterviewDometic Group | Juan Vargues
The energetic president and CEO of Dometic Group speaks with IBI about post-Covid-19 strategy, the continuing shift in consumer focus toward enjoying the outdoors, and what it all means for both Dometic and the leisure marine industry as a whole
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InterviewFormer Beneteau chief discusses Covid-19
This issue of IBI – out tomorrow – features guest writer Hervé Gastinel, former CEO of Groupe Beneteau, suggesting the industry’s best course of action during these troubled times
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InterviewHatteras Yachts | Gary Smith
New Hatteras CEO talks to IBI about his objectives and plans for the business going forward
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