All Ireland articles
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Bainbridge International takes on Zhik distribution
Named exclusive Zhik distirbutor for UK and Ireland
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Pushing the pause button in new-boat sales and charters
In Ireland, it seems that all aspects of life are dependent on the weather. That’s particularly true of boating, when a bad spring and summer, such as this year’s, are having an impact on the industry’s bottom line. While the Irish Marine Federation doesn’t report annual revenues, different sectors are ...
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Henri-Lloyd reestablishes UK wholesale partnerships
The technical clothing manufacturer is providing support packages for retailers throughout the UK and Ireland
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UK prop manufacturer to distribute Thorndon bearings
Bruntons Propellers will market, supply and service Thordon’s marine products in the UK and Ireland
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Henri-Lloyd strengthens UK sales reach and customer support
Sailforce to provide additional hands-on sales reps in the UK and Ireland
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Europe: Slowdown bites but signs of optimism
The slowdown in global markets is impacting Europe’s leisure marine sector as rising inflation and interest rates have caused a cost-of-living crisis across much of the continent. Eurostat data reveals that annual inflation in EU countries averaged 9.2% in 2022 – Estonia saw rates hit 19.4%. Not surprisingly consumer confidence ...
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Covid boom stirs the Celtic Tiger
The Celtic Tiger has been slumbering of late, its leisure marine sector long-plagued by short-sighted officialdom, but could all that be changing? The Covid boating boom has given fresh impetus to industry and to a government that shows signs of waking up to boating’s true potential. This report was conducted ...
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The Shannon: Ireland’s Growth Sector for Boating
A thriving charter business along the River Shannon has been one of the country’s most consistent growth avenues for boating. It represents a steady chunk of business beside the more cyclical private boat ownership.
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Booming demand choked by red tape. Could that all be about to change?
Marinas in Ireland are experiencing extremely healthy demand for berths, with operators reporting long waiting lists.
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Profile | Whale: How a 200-year-old importer of timber grew into a global marine powerhouse
Whale Marine is the only marine accessories manufacturer in Ireland (North and South) with a truly global reputation, thanks largely to a highly unusual history.
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Finnish equipment firm enters UK market
Remoran’s marine hydrogenerators are now available in the UK and Ireland
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UK builder appoints Irish export sales and service rep
Dublin-based Leinster Boats to handle all customer needs
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Dutch electric motor firm appoints UK distributor
Marathon Leisure to exclusively represent the brand in the UK and Ireland
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Zhik appoints UK agent
East Coast Kit to represent Australian technical clothing brand in the UK and Ireland
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Pressure on Ireland not to sink America’s Cup bid
The event could be worth up to €500m to the economy and generate 2,000 jobs
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Irish firm looks to revolutionise boating sector with space tech
Marine tech firm Raceix to start piloting next-generation share-poisitioning system for leisure boat use
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EU-Britain relations grow frosty over N. Ireland trade deal
As wranglings continue over borders and trade, boaters could fall foul of white/red diesel divide
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Linssen Yachts expands Irish presence
Linssen Yachts, the Dutch maker of steel motoryachts from 9m-16m (30ft-53ft), has named Crawford’s Marina as its dealer for Ireland and Northern Ireland.