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Voltaire Electric Yachts launches first-ever model
A new German-US company, Voltaire Electric Yachts, has announced its official start of operations with the launch of its first-ever model – a 9.9m all-electric power catamaran.
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Trinidad & Tobago brace for surge of superyachts
Trinidad &Tobago (TT) is preparing for a “surge” of superyachts, causing its Attorney General (AG) to amend local legislation aimed at easing entry while protecting the island nation.
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Messe Frankfurt postpones Cape Town show
The 2020 Boatica Cape Town Boat Show has been cancelled due to the increased spread of Covid-19 in South Africa, Messe Frankfurt confirmed on Wednesday.
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Suzuki claims world first
Early today Suzuki released news of the enhancements to its DF115BG and DF140BG outboards. Both engines will now be available with the drive-by-wire technology which was previously reserved for its engines in the 150hp to 350hp range.
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Düsseldorf show organisers launch new promotional campaign
“reboot your business” aims to fuel the industry’s passion for watersports
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Team New Zealand named in NZ$1.5m government wage subsidy probe
Just days after announcing the dismissal of an undisclosed number of teammates for leaking confidential information, defending America’s Cup champions Team New Zealand is now under investigation for financial mismanagement surrounding government Covid-19 wage subsidies. The wage subsidy plan is the cornerstone of the government’s economic response to Covid-19, allowing ...
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MarineMax acquires Northrop & Johnson, creating world’s largest superyacht services firm
The acquisition is expected to be accretive in its first full year
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Newport International Boat Show cancelled
Newport Exhibition Group has announced that its annual boat show scheduled to take place September 17-20 at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport, Rhode Island, has been cancelled.
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Oslo’s in-water show to proceed
The Bater I Sjoen show due to take place from September 3-6 at Aker Brygge Marina near Oslo is still on course to proceed. The organisers Norboat, whose winter indoor show in Oslo was cancelled, are intent on holding the second full-scale boat show in Europe since March following the ...
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New superyacht trimonoran concept unveiled
Yacht designer Baran Akalin has revealed a 25m trimonoran yacht concept featuring a trimonoran hull developed by Dutch company AnwigemA.
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North Sails opens new service loft in Ireland
The new operation in County Wicklow will be run by Shane Hughes
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Bavaria introduces first outboard day cruiser, the Bavaria Vida 33
The first details and drawings were presented to the public today
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Barbados to join list of Caribbean islands reopening to tourists
Barbados will join the growing list of Caribbean islands opening up after the lockdowns caused by the Covid-19 pandemic as from July 12. The news was announced by Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley.
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MYBA issues guidance on Greek yacht charters
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues, yacht brokers in Greece are working with owners and clients to resolve any issues related to upcoming yacht charters. During this uncertain period and until further notice, the country’s Covid-19 and cancellation policy is typically as follows: For crewed yacht charters, each charter is dealt ...
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Azura Marine to build Aquanima solar-powered catamarans in Spain
Flurry of enquiries following recent launch of first cat
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Land ‘N’ Sea replaces all 2020 dealer trade shows with virtual events
Land ‘N’ Sea wholesale distribution division to replace four P&A shows scheduled for this fall across North America
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New York Yacht Club America’s Cup boats arrive in NZ whilst spy claims hit the home team
As the New York Yacht Club’s challenge for the America’s Cup advanced with the arrival of its first boat in New Zealand on Monday, Team New Zealand says it has fired a number of employees for leaking confidential information and officials are investigating “structural and financial matters” relating to the ...
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German watersports industry association MD retires
Jürgen Tracht has stepped down as managing director of German watersports association BVWW after more than 33 years of service. Tracht, who is retiring, will be replaced by his successor Karsten Stahlhut.
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Hinckley Yachts: smooth sailing in rough times
Boat sales have doubled in a year-to-year comparison, says US builder, with pre-owned models selling at unprecedented rates
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Uniesse Yachts appoints new dealer for Eastern Florida
US brokerage 26 North Yachts has been chosen by Uniesse Yachts of Italy to serve as its official dealer for Eastern Florida. The appointment covers the territory stretching from Ft Lauderdale to Jacksonville.