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    CRN unveils new series of explorer yachts

    2018-11-08T12:42:00Z

    Italian shipyard CRN has unveiled the AlfaRosso concept, a new series of explorer yachts designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design. The yachts will be available in three lengths – 45m, 50m and 55m – with a gross tonnage from 499GT for the 45m model.

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    Countdown begins to what is set to be the biggest METSTRADE ever

    2018-11-08T11:34:00Z

    As the largest B2B event for the leisure marine sector prepares to open its doors in Amsterdam next week, the 31st METSTRADE Show is set to be the largest and most inspirational to date.

  • Hong Kong powerboat racing
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    1st Asia Powerboat Championship to take place in Hong Kong

    2018-11-08T11:18:00Z

    The high-speed sport of powerboat racing is having its first Asian championship in Hong Kong tomorrow. Organised by the Asia Powerboat Association led by Martin Lai, Jacky Kong and Mark Tribe from Asia Powerboat Development Ltd, the 1st Asia Powerboat Championship will be held from November 9-11 in Tolo Harbour, ...

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    Smart Locks for Yachts in exclusive UK distribution partnership

    2018-11-08T09:34:00Z

    Smart Locks for Yachts has announced an exclusive UK distribution partnership with Trend Marine Products Ltd, a designer and manufacturer of marine doors and glazing systems, ahead of both companies’ presence at the METSTRADE Show in Amsterdam next week

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    SA boatbuilders welcome new industry umbrella body

    2018-11-08T09:00:00Z

    The South African Boatbuilders Export Council (SABBEX) has welcomed the formation of a new national maritime umbrella organisation tasked with growing and transforming the country’s maritime economy.

  • Jerry Richards and Piet Poelmann, Zhik CEO
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    Zhik hires sales manager for the Americas

    2018-11-07T15:43:00Z

    Australia-based performance boating apparel manufacturer Zhik Pty Ltd has named Jerry Richards as its new sales manager for the Americas.

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    West Marine CEO steps down

    2018-11-07T15:34:00Z

    After just 10 months on the job as CEO, Doug Robinson has left West Marine. The North American boating supply retailer issued a brief statement Tuesday.

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    Ancasta opens ‘virtual’ UK office

    2018-11-07T11:09:00Z

    Ancasta, the UK-based international boat sales firm, has opened a ‘virtual’ office in Portland and Poole to service central southwest England.

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    Ultraflex unveils new VELAIR brand

    2018-11-07T10:50:00Z

    The Ultraflex Group, an Italian manufacturer and distributor of marine accessories and equipment, has launched a new range of self-contained air conditioners under the VELAIR brand.

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    Ft Lauderdale marina to develop fully automated dry stack

    2018-11-07T10:25:00Z

    F3 Marina is set to break ground in January on a 240 berth fully-automated dry stack marina on the Seminole River Canal in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, making it the second automated dry stack of its type in the US.

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    1st British Marine Expo to be held next year

    2018-11-07T10:16:00Z

    UK industry association British Marine has announced the launch of a new trade event to be held next year in Southampton.

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    MarineMax expands financing capacity

    2018-11-07T09:38:00Z

    MarineMax has expanded its financing facility to provide for borrowing of up to US$400m from the previous limit of US$350m. The three-year term expires October 2021 and has two one-year renewal options.

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    Greece looks to grow marine tourism

    2018-11-07T09:29:00Z

    At the 2018 World Travel Market exhibition in London, England on Monday, Greek Tourism Minister Elena Kountoura highlighted the importance of the tourism industry to the Greek economy and spoke of the significance of marine tourism, both cruising and yachting, as part of the sector’s future plans.

  • Boating in the Pacific Northwest US
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    US trade association announces new round of grants to promote Pacific Northwest boating

    2018-11-07T08:53:00Z

    The Seattle, Washington-based Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) has announced a new round of grants in support of non-profit organisations that promote recreational boating in the Pacific Northwest.

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    Suzuki Marine Q2 sales up 11%

    2018-11-07T08:50:00Z

    Suzuki’s consolidated net sales for the fiscal 2018 second-quarter increased by 5.4%, or ¥98.3bn, to ¥1,929.4bn year-on-year, and operating income grew by nearly 15% to ¥198.5bn.

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    New Franco-Italian yacht painting partnership formed

    2018-11-06T15:15:00Z

    A new Franco-Italian partnership for yacht painting and fairing has been established following the acquisition, by Performance Yacht Painting (PYP) of France, of a one-third stake in northern Italy-based finishing and fairing company, Ve.Ga Yachts. This will be increased to a two-third stake by the end of this year, giving ...

  • Malibu's Axis A24 watersports model
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    Malibu Boats Q1 sales, profits up

    2018-11-06T13:19:00Z

    Tennessee-based Malibu Boats has released new financial results marking gains in net sales, unit volumes, gross profits and net incomes for the first quarter of its 2019 fiscal year.

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    Gemini Marine appoints sole UK dealer

    2018-11-06T12:55:00Z

    South African RIB builder Gemini Marine has appointed Berthon as its sole dealer for the UK and Ireland.

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    Bahamian Marinas initiative to increase boat traffic to the islands

    2018-11-06T11:43:00Z

    The Association of Bahamas Marinas (ABM) has launched an initiative to drive more boat traffic to the island nation as well increase boating participation by its citizens. The Voyager program, unveiled at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), offers participants discounts, cruising guides and invitations to special events.

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    SeaArk Boats hosts student career day

    2018-11-06T11:37:00Z

    Arkansas-based SeaArk Boats recently hosted approximately 30 students from the Southeast Arkansas Community Based Education Center in a career day program aimed at touting the benefits of a career in boatbuilding.