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News1st IBI Export Excellence Award winner revealed
The winner of the 1st IBI Export Excellence Award, presented by IBI editor Ed Slack at today’s IBEX Industry Breakfast in Tampa, Florida, was Gator Guards.
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IBEX Innovation Awards winners announced
The winners of the 2018 IBEX Innovation Awards were announced this morning at the show’s industry breakfast. Winners in 13 categories were selected by a panel of judges from Boating Writers International (BWI).
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Saudi Arabia signs framework agreement with Prince Albert of Monaco Foundation for marine conservation
Saudi Arabia’s Minister for Culture, Prince Badr bin Abdullah Al Saud, and Prince Albert of Monaco have signed a Framework Agreement to formally acknowledge their shared interests and objectives regarding sustainable development and conservation.
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NewsDammrich named to NMMA Hall of Fame, announces retirement
The International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) opened today in Tampa, Florida, with the induction of NMMA president Thom Dammrich to the National Marine Manufacturers’ Association (NMMA) Hall of Fame and the announcement that Dammrich will retire from his post in September 2019.
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McGill promoted to MarineMax CEO
MarineMax has promoted W Brett McGill to the role of CEO. He will retain his title and responsibilities as company president.
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SmartPlug appoints UK distributor
SmartPlug Systems in the US has chosen Marathon Leisure as its sole distributor for the UK and Ireland. The Seattle-based company manufactures a full range of stainless steel and non-metallic shore power inlets and connectors that are available in both 16amp and 32amp variants.
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Tariffs still threaten US marine industry, despite domestic growth
The record domestic growth experience over the past 22 months by the US recreational boating industry remains under threat of retaliatory tariffs by major US trading partners, despite the news of a preliminary agreement between the US, Mexico and Canada on a replacement for the North American Free TradeAgreement (NAFTA), ...
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Patrick Industries acquires EMC
Patrick Industries has completed its acquisition of Engineered Metals and Composites Inc (EMC), a South Carolina-based designer and manufacturer of custom marine towers, frames and other fabricated component products for OEMs in the marine industry.
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NewsGenoa show closes with strong attendance
The 58th Genoa International Boat Show drew to a close last month, culminating in a record edition that brought with it exceptional results not only in terms of visitors and business but also in terms of income and marketing for the Genoa province and the Liguria region as a whole. ...
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Blue Guard Innovations appoints new dealer
Blue Guard Innovations (BGI) in the US has named Rhode Island Engine Company, a marine dealer in Rhode Island, as its latest authorised dealer/installer of BGI products.
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Auckland introduces regional fuel tax for boats
The NZ Marine Industry Association and Coastguard New Zealand are urging the government to take a closer look at the new Auckland regional fuel tax which will hit Auckland-based boat owners twice – once when they fill up their cars, and again when they fill up their boats.
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Canada, US, Mexico announce new trade deal to replace NAFTA
Shortly before the midnight September 30 deadline, Canada and the US have announced a tentative new trilateral trade deal with Mexico that includes key concessions on issues critical to both countries.
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Turkish marina wins environmental award
IC Çeşme Marina, located on the Aegean coast of Turkey, has received a Bronze accolade in the Green World Environment Awards for its Olive Oil Project. The marina picked up Silver for the same project at last year’s Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice.
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Sleipner reports strong growth and future investment
Norwegian marine equipment manufacturer Sleipner Motor welcomed Prime Minister Erna Solberg to a company presentation and tour of its factory in Fredrikstad last month.
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Malta Maritime Summit to review island’s marine industry
The annual Malta Maritime Summit, which runs from October 2-5, will present an opportunity to review the island’s significant marine industry and identify where changes and improvements are appropriate.
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NewsHallberg-Rassy reports ‘best ever’ Open Yard
Swedish sailing yacht producer Hallberg-Rassy has reported a very positive ‘Open Yard’ in late August. The floating boat show was held in a laidback atmosphere, where customers and visitors were able to enter the production facilities and see the latest models in the yard’s own harbour in Ellös.
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Uflex takes on Coelmo gensets
Italian genset manufacturer Coelmo has named Uflex Srl as its new distributor for Italy. The partnership was signed at the 2018 Genoa International Boat Show last week.
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NewsAmico announces major expansion of Genoa refit facilities
Amico & Co, the Italian superyacht refit and repair yard based in Genoa, is launching a major expansion of its facilities believed to be worth some €35m.
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Wema Marine sold
Frigus AB, a Swedish distributor of liquid level sensors, engine parts and marine accessories, has acquired Wema Marine from TE Connectivity for an undisclosed sum.
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US boating market strong through summer
The latest retail and wholesale statistics from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) show a strong summer for the US boating industry as manufacturers and suppliers gear up for the start of “boat show season.”
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