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Welsh marina group secures funding
The Cardiff, Wales-headquartered marina and boating services group, Marine & Property Group (MPG), has secured funding of £10.4m from the innovative financial services business, ThinCats. The new funding will be used to consolidate some existing loans and support further expansion including acquisitions and enhanced diversification in current activities such as ...
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Appointment at Lippert Components Inc
Elkhart, Indiana-based parts and components manufacturer Lippert Components Inc (LCI) announced Friday that it has promoted Jamie Schnur to group president – aftermarket.
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Scout honours top 2019 dealers
Scout Boats, the US builder of sportfishing boats from 17ft-53ft, honoured its top dealers at the company’s annual 2020 dealer meeting in Florida.
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Port of San Diego drafts illegal charter ordinance
Many major US cities are seeing an increase in illegal charter operations, and the Port of San Diego, California, is releasing a long-awaited draft ordinance that would give the port district oversight of charter vessel operations.
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Fairline announces accelerated plans for 80ft-plus boats
UK boatbuilder Fairline Yachts today announced that it has accelerated the development of its larger 80ft-plus boat range thanks to the strength of sales and customer interest at recent international boat shows.
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China battles trade war with large contingent at IBEX
Despite the ongoing trade war between the US and China, a large pavilion of 22 Chinese exhibitors from rope makers to hardware and outboard engine manufacturers were on hand for the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition (IBEX) in Tampa, Florida this week.
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NMMA confirms Miami show to remain in February
Show organisers working with Virginia Key Advisory Board to find ways of enhancing use of the Miami Marine Stadium Park and Basin
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New Princess representative for Ibiza
Established Balearic powerboat dealer Robbie Head is joining Princess Motor Yacht Sales (PMYS) as a sub-dealer to represent Princess in Ibiza. He will take on all new yacht sales, brokerage, servicing and maintenance for the brand on the island from April 2020.
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Competing Istanbul shows to be held this month
Two competing boat shows will be held in Istanbul, Turkey this month – one at Tuzla Viaport Marina from October 5-13 and the other in Ataköy Marina from October 16-20.
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Baglietto CEO joins SYBAss board
Michele Gavino, CEO of Italian superyacht builder Baglietto, was elected to the board of the Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) during its annual general assembly last month. The event was held at the Yacht Club de Monaco on the eve of the Monaco Yacht Show.
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IBEX Grow Boating presentations available online
A panel of five marketers and researchers shared strategies and tactics on using the latest developments in digital marketing to boost boat sales during the Grow Boating Marketing Summit, kicking off the three-day International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition (IBEX).
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Asian companies target European shows to grow business
Sri Lankan and Chinese companies exhibited for the first time at the Genoa Boat Show and Cannes Yachting Festival this year as part of an effort to grow business in Europe.
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Honda, San Juan Yachts exclusive supply agreement
Honda Marine and San Juan Yachts announced an exclusive supply agreement between the two companies at the International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition (IBEX). Honda will be supplying its BF259 outboards for the boatbuilder’s all-new SJ32 luxury fishing centre console.
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NZ marine distributor joins Zhik’s global board
Simon Hull, managing director of Zhik’s New Zealand distributorship, is stepping up to a strategic position on the board of Zhik’s global business. The Australia-based technical apparel producer describes the move as a change of focus for Hull, who will further grow and drive the NZ market as well as ...
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Safe Harbor Marinas acquires Newport Shipyard
Newport Shipyard in Newport, Rhode Island, has been purchased by Safe Harbor Marinas, becoming the 85th property for the Dallas, Texas-based owner operator, which has facilities in 19 states.
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Canadian recreational trade associations form advocacy coalition
Representatives from a dozen Canadian trade organisations focused on different forms of outdoor recreation have aligned to form the Canadian Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (CORR), an advocacy coalition designed to unite industry stakeholders behind policies and legislative reforms focused on economic growth, environmental protection, infrastructure development and the national promotion of ...
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Final call for Boat Builder Award 2019 nominations
Just three more days left to earn your company the recognition it deserves
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ASEA Power Systems named winner of the 2019 IBI Export Excellence Award
Judges praise power supply systems’ manufacturer’s 360-degree approach to growing international markets