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Veethree appoints UK distributor
Veethree Electronics & Marine in the US has chosen Marathon Leisure to serve as the sole distributor of its marine gauges, instruments and accessories in the UK and Ireland.
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Former Oyster CEO joins Fairline
David Tydeman, former CEO of UK boatbuilder Oyster Yachts, has joined Fairline Yachts as its executive chairman. His appointment comes as Fairline enters phase two of its growth plans. This involves the launch of the new F-Line 33, the launch of the Squadron 64, and continued investment in production, including ...
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Amsterdam touted as superyacht destination at Monaco
At the 2018 Monaco Yacht Show, the Port of Amsterdam and Dutch superyacht builders pledged to jointly make the Dutch capital a superyacht destination. Under the plan, the port will provide space for Dutch builders and suppliers needing more room for new-build, refit and repair projects. This would, in turn, ...
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Lürssen fire may result in €590m insurance claim
The recent serious fire at Lürssen’s Bremen-Aumund shipyard in Germany, in which a 100m-plus superyacht in a floating dock was damaged to an unknown degree, presents the prospect of an insurance claim as high as €590m.
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Yamaha targets Canadian fishing market
Boatbuilders, dealers and marine media gathered in Vancouver last week for the global debut of an all-new Yamaha four-stroke outboard engine and the formal introduction of its 425hp V8 and Helm Master digital control system to the Canadian market.
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NewsUK electric engineering firm reports busiest year in a decade
SeaKing Electrical, a UK-based electrical engineering specialist for the marine offshore and industrial sectors, has announced its busiest year in a decade for superyacht work. The news comes ahead of its attendance at the Monaco Yacht Show, which opens on Wednesday.
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Saim Marine celebrates 25-year anniversary in Genoa
Saim Marine, an Italian distributor of high-tech components and accessories to some of Italy’s biggest boat yards, celebrated its 25-year anniversary at the Genoa Boat Show last week. IBI was there to join in the festivities.
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Just three days left to get nominations in for the Boat Builder Awards 2018
There are just three days left to get your nominations in for the 2018 Boat Builder Awards, in association with Raymarine. Nominations can be made by individuals or companies on their own behalf. Or by any other industry professional who believes a boat builder, supply chain partner or individual should ...
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SABBEX says revision of visa requirements a boon for business
The South African Boatbuilders Export Council (SABBEX) has welcomed news of a revision of the country’s visa requirements for highly skilled foreigners.
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NewsCannes Yachting Festival 2018 ‘best of recent years’
The 2018 Cannes Yachting Festival (CYF2018), its 41st edition, was described by a number of exhibitors as “the best of recent years”. However, the announcement of plans to move the sailing yachts and multihulls to Port Pierre Canto for 2019 has generated mixed opinions.
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NewsSeaview managers buy the company and set up new manufacturing facility
Seaview, a manufacturer of marine mounting solutions, has separated from its parent company, PYI based in Lynnwood, Washington, to form an independent company.
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NewsBrig USA in rapid expansion
Ukraine-based RIB builder Brig is turbocharging its efforts in the US, less than three years after the manufacturer began distributing its rigid-hull inflatables there.
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Yachting Malta head calls for organisational reform
John Huber, the recently-named chairman of Yachting Malta, has called on the authorities to implement a number of measures to reform and merge the country’s fragmented yachting industry institutions
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NewsBenetti presents future SY build plans at Cannes
Benetti provided details of the three main superyacht ranges that it plans to focus on at the Cannes Yachting Festival last week – the Oasis 135’, Diamond 145’ and four BNow model series.
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Blue Guard Innovations appoints Canadian distributor
Blue Guard Innovations (BGI), a US-based marine sensor manufacturer, has appointed Stright-MacKay Ltd as its distributor in the Canadian Maritimes.
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Robertson & Caine names interim MD
Catamaran producer Robertson Caine has appointed a new interim managing director following the resignation of Alet du Plessis in July. Du Plessis confirmed her resignation this week, which she described as a career move. Her post has been filled by manufacturing director Peter Giliam, who will serve as ...
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Inmarsat agrees exclusive communications deal with Lagoon
In a move that further extends its involvement with the global yacht industry, Inmarsat is partnering with the Lagoon catamaran arm of Groupe Beneteau to offer its Fleet One service to owners of the brand.
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Del Pardo, Hanse settle legal dispute
Cantiere del Pardo has issued a statement to say that its year-long legal dispute with Germany’s HanseYachts has reached an end, with both parties coming to a satisfactory agreement.
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Innovation helping boatbuilders punch above their weight
Increasingly it’s in the detail that boatbuilders are defining themselves against the competition. Levels of refinement and finishing can necessarily depend on the price point of the finished product and relevant market expectation – but innovation is a great leveller and an area where, with a little imagination, builders can ...
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