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Cox Powertrain appoints Florida distributor
UK-based Cox Powertrain has chosen Ring Power Corp as its exclusive distributor for Florida. The announcement was made at last week’s Miami International Boat Show, where Ring Power teamed with the British engine manufacturer to promote its CXO300 diesel outboard.
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Miami show underlines Dutch builder's strong growth
In mid-February, Vanquish Yachts of the Netherlands opened a second US office – in Pompano Beach, Florida – then went to the nearby Miami Yacht Show to flaunt its fast-growing and diversifying portfolio of luxury aluminium motor cruisers and yachts.
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L&B hires electrical product manager
New Zealand-based marine distributor Lusty & Blundell (L&B) has chosen Silke Sigley to lead the company’s fast-growing electrical division in the role of electrical product manager. An experienced project manager, ocean-crossing sailor and America’s Cup sailmaker, Sigley joins the team with immediate effect.
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International trade continues to cause ‘concern’ in US marine industry
The state of trade continues to be an “area of concern” for the US marine industry, which one representative says “remains in the crosshairs” of the tariff and trade war, but there are signs of optimism.
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Bavaria appoints new CEO and makes other key appointments
Following his three-month tenure as managing director for sales and marketing, Michael Müller is now taking on an additional role: He has been appointed as the new chief executive officer (CEO) and is responsible for the activities of the entire group, including Bavaria Yachtbau GmbH in Germany and Nautitech Catamarans ...
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Aquatic AV expands Croatian presence
San Jose, California-based Aquatic AV, manufacturer of specialist waterproof AV equipment, has appointed Oktogon as its exclusive distributor in Croatia.
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Success of one-off project spurs SY builder to create mini-series of fast dayboats
Rising demand for its ‘custom’ 16m fast dayboat has encouraged Turkish builder Alia Yachts to go into semi-production with the Bill Dixon-designed vessel
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Simon Owen to join Boating Communications Ltd
Owen joins team at IBI , while Nick Hopkinson takes on chairman role
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Berthon acquires UK marine firms
The Berthon group of companies in the UK has acquired BHG Marine and Willow Marine through its Lymington Marina subsidiary. The move comes not longer after the company acquired Marine IP, producer of the VersaDock mooring system.
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Raceix partners with Beneteau to bring game-changing technology to boaters
Group Beneteau signed a Development Partnership Agreement (DPA) with Irish marine technology company Raceix at the Miami International Boat Show last week.
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SeaStar names VP of aftermarket sales
Bill Longacre has been named vice president of aftermarket sales at SeaStar Solutions, now part of the Dometic Group.
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Marine & Property Group has busy start to 2019
The Marine & Property Group (MPG), which operates four marinas in Wales, has had an active start to 2019 with the opening of a new shed at its Cardiff shipyard, the launch of a discounted yachting visitor offering, and plans to purchase a building in its Aberystwyth marina to house ...
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Strong sales reported at Helsinki show
The Helsinki International Boat Show closed on Sunday, attracting just 1.2% more visitors (65,200) than last year.
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Fairline Yachts appoints commercial director
The UK’s Fairline Yachts has named Dennis de Roos as the group’s new commercial director. As well as managing the Fairline Yachts design, sales and marketing teams, de Roos will be responsible for overseeing the dealer network.
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Boat Builder Awards 2019 – sponsors quick to sign up for signature event
Raymarine commits to two-year headline sponsorship deal
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First USA Pavilion to appear at Sydney show
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is bringing its USA Pavilion concept from the METSTRADE Show to the Sydney International Boat Show in August, but opening participation to boatbuilders as well as boat component manufacturers.
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Barton Marine chooses new UK distributor
UK-based deck hardware manufacturer Barton Marine has chosen EP Barrus and SailForce to distribute its products in Britain, effective March 29.
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Vancouver show attendance better than expected
Despite unseasonably cold temperatures that brought high winds and a rare snowfall to the region, attendance at the 57th Vancouver International Boat Show (VIBS) slightly surpassed strong 2018 numbers, pleasing event organisers and exhibitors alike.
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Dometic rebrands Oceanair window coverings business
Dometic Corporation announced at the Miami International Boat Show that it is discontinuing the Oceanair branding for elements of its window covering business by the end of this month. Moving forward, the company will operate the business unit under the Dometic Marine Blinds nameplate as part of a new initiative ...
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John Thommen wins NMMA Freedman Award
John Thommen, founder and CEO of Ocean Marketing Inc, is the recipient of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) 2019 Alan J Freedman Memorial Leadership Award, presented last Friday during the Miami International Boat Show (MIBS).