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Azimut sees growth in SA
Azimut views South Africa as a growth market, particularly from residents wanting to keep their boats in the Mediterranean, a key company sales representative told IBI at the weekend.
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US Coast Guard seeks input on possible radio interference from LED lights
The US Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a safety alert calling on recreational boaters to report incidences of poor reception of VHF, DSC and AIS equipment that it says may be linked to the operation of LED lighting fixtures.
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TYG opens new Ft Lauderdale showroom, appoints sales director
The Yacht Group (TYG), a US supplier of electronics, graphics and controllers to yacht-builders and owners, is opening a new Ft Lauderdale, Florida showroom this week to provide a “one-stop demonstration” space for its customers. The company has also named Anthony Nickel as sales director to lead the new location.
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Sealegs takes High Court action against Kiwi firm
Sealegs has filed a High Court claim against New Zealand company Tectrax Ltd for alleged infringement of copyright in the unique arrangement of features in the Sealegs amphibious system.
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Boats Incorporated sold to investor group
VR Mergers Acquisitions (VR) has announced the closing of its brokerage sale of Boats Incorporated to an investment group headed by Scott Leahy.
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Polaris Q3 up 12%
Polaris Industries reported third-quarter 2018 sales up 12% from last year at US$1.65bn, with its recently acquired boat companies adding US$134m to Q3 sales.
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Obituary: Robert Richardson
Robert Richardson, founder of Richardson’s Boating Holidays in the UK, passed away on Saturday after suffering a stroke. He was 95.
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BRP Marine Group appoints director of network development
BRP’s newly created Marine Group has appointed a new director of network development, Dustin Noble.
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Seven marinas awarded 5 Gold Anchors Platinum status
Seven marinas, including two in Europe and five in Asia Pacific, have been successfully assessed and granted the 5 Gold Anchors Platinum Award under the joint global scheme run by the UK’s TYHA (The Yacht Harbours Association) and Australia’s MIA (Marina Industry Association).
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Land ‘N’ Sea selected Nautic-On distributor for North America
Nautic-On, the onboard hardware kit that allows remote monitoring and diagnostics for boaters to stay in touch with their vessel’s key systems and share information with their service provider to resolve issues, has announced the selection of Land ‘N’ Sea as its North American distributor.
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Former fishing guide faces additional fraud charges, lawsuit
A Forsyth County Georgia fishing guide who was arrested on a series of fraud charges in July was taken into custody for a second time last week, facing additional criminal charges, and now, a civil lawsuit filed by boatbuilder Carolina Skiff.
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Rolls-Royce and Sunseeker agree new framework agreement
Rolls-Royce and Sunseeker have agreed a new framework agreement for the supply of MTU Series 2000 and 4000 engines for its 86Y, 95Y, 116Y, 131Y range of yachts and for future yacht series.
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1st Abu Dhabi show draws large crowd
“The inaugural edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS) 2018 ended on a high note, reinforcing the opportunity for the marine sector in Abu Dhabi as a leading destination for marine tourism,” said the organiser, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), at the close of the show on ...
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Informa takes on London on-water show
Informa Exhibitions, the organiser behind the Monaco and Ft Lauderdale boat shows, has taken on the UK’s London On-Water Boat Show (LOWBS) in St Katharine Docks. The next event under Informa’s ownership will be held from May 9-12, 2019.
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DealersCircle adds six new OEMs
DealersCircle Inc, the web-based marine industry provider that links the manufacturer, dealer and customer together to simplify and automate the process of boat and parts ordering, warranty claims and customer follow-up, has added six new marine OEMs to its roster.
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New superyacht refit option in Taiwan
A new superyacht refit and repair option in Taiwan’s Port of Kaohsiung is being promoted by Hong Kong-based yacht services company Central Yacht. The facility is based on a 110m x 17m (360ft x 56ft) dry dock owned by the Kaohsiung Harbour Bureau (KHB).
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Beneteau appoints president of US brands
Groupe Beneteau has appointed Christophe Lavigne as president of US brands Four Winns, Glastron, Wellcraft and Scarab, effective immediately.
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Smoker Craft expands aluminium fishing boat production
New Paris, Indiana-based boatbuilder Smoker Craft Inc has completed a significant expansion of one of its primary production facilities in an effort to stay ahead of growing domestic and export sales.
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Cape Town shows kicks off with new management Messe Frankfurt looking to double attendance
This year’s show, the first under direct management of Messe Frankfurt, hopes to double last year’s attendance