Latest Company News – Page 243
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Beneteau America appoints new dealer
Hutchinson’s Boat Works to represent Beneteau powerboats in upstate New York
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Monaco Marine’s new yard in La Seyne-Toulon opens for business
The latest and seventh shipyard in Monaco Marine’s South of France network is now fully operational, having opened last month. Located at La Seyne-Toulon, the new yard is a state-of-the-art facility for maintenance and refit and will specialise in superyachts from 30m-55m (98ft-181ft).
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Lenco Marine appoints Italian distributor
Lenco Marine, US manufacturer of trim tabs, actuators, hatch lifts and other accessorie, has appointed Osculati Srl to serve as its exclusive distributor in Italy.
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MCY wins ‘100 Italian Excellences’ award
Monte Carlo Yachts (MCY) has received a ‘100 Italian Excellences’ award for its achievements in the nautical sector.
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Porto Montenegro and Damen to redevelop commercial shipyard for superyachts
In a 50:50 joint venture between the Damen Shipyards Group and Porto Montenegro (PM), some €20m will be invested in developing a superyacht refit and maintenance facility at Bijela able to handle vessels up to 120m (394ft).
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Linssen turns 70 and sells 11 yachts worth €5.2m
Linssen Yachts of the Netherlands says it took orders for 11 yachts worth €5.2m at its annual mid-November in-house boat show, which coincided with the Dutch motoryacht maker’s 70th anniversary.
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First major distributor for UK timber firm
LIGNIA Wood Company, a British timber modification business, has signed its first major distribution agreement with US-based Teakdecking Systems (TDS) for its LIGNIA Yacht product in North America and the Caribbean. The deal was signed at the METSTRADE Show in November.
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Cobalt celebrates, awards dealers
Following what the company calls “another strong year”, Colbalt Boats recently honoured its worldwide dealers with a two-day “celebration” that included an introduction to its newest 2019 model, the A36BR Bow Rider.
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Hempel inaugurates new Centre of Excellence
Marine coatings manufacturer Hempel has officially opened its new Centre of Excellence in Barcelona, Spain. The centre is part of a €6m investment into the research and development of coating products within the field of passive fire protection (PFP), in which Hempel is determined to gain market share during the ...
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VETUS Maxwell strengthens South American presence
VETUS Maxwell, the Dutch marine systems manufacturer, has appointed E&P Marine Inc as its representative for South America and the Caribbean. The Miami-based leisure equipment supplier will represent the VETUS and Maxwell product lines in the region from Mexico through to Brazil and across the Caribbean islands.
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Maritimo near to completing major expansion
Australian luxury yacht brand Maritimo continues to move its activities up a gear through expansion of its facilities, dealer network and model range.
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Future Fibres announces factory expansion and new GM
Composite rigging manufacturer Future Fibres has signed a long-term lease agreement for a 60,000sq ft factory space in Valencia, Spain that will become the company’s dedicated service and R&D centre.
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Zabava arrives at Dutch yard for complete refit
The 30m Heesen-built motoryacht Zabava arrived at ICON Yachts’ facilities in Harlingen, the Netherlands recently for a complete refit ahead of the Mediterranean cruising season. Originally delivered as Buka in 2000, the yacht previously cruised under the name Pokrov II before being sold to its new owner in ...
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Ullman Sails sets up SA manufacturing headquarters under new CEO
Ullman Sails International has established a new manufacturing division in South Africa under the leadership of recently-appointed chief executive Michael England.
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Seawide appointed Clarion Marine distributor
JL Audio in the US has chosen Seawide Distribution as its sole domestic distributor of Clarion Marine audio products for the 2019 calendar year.
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Rutgerson in Elvstrøm supply deal
Swedish sail hardware manufacturer Rutgerson has signed a three-year supply contract with Elvstrøm Sails, one of the world’s largest sail-makers.
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New Nanni importer for South America
French engine manufacturer Nanni has signed a partnership with a new dealer in Latin America. Fibrecon Marine will cover Peru, Ecuador, Panama, Chile and Argentina.
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Blue Guard appoints manufacturers’ rep
Blue Guard Innovations (BGI) has appointed Charles A Perry Company as its manufacturers’ representative for the BGI range of smart switches and sensors as well as the BG-Link & IoT Marine Gateway products on the US eastern seaboard, southern states and the US Midwest.
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Chinese outboard engine maker reports growth, secures UN supply contract
Chinese outboard engine manufacturer Parsun has come quite a way since it became part of the Chinese, A-share listed public company Eastern Precision in 2015, of which it is now a fully owned subsidiary.
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Hull No 6 of OTAM 80HT sold
Italian boatbuilder OTAM has announced the sale of Hull No 6 in the OTAM 80HT series. Attitude is currently in build at the yard’s facility in Genoa and is due for delivery to its new owner in April 2020.