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NewsCOVID-19 protection, the latest superyacht ‘must-have’
In a circular about the sale of the 43m (141ft) expedition superyacht Marcato from Globe Regal Yachting, an emphasis was placed on its air-treatment system and anti-COVID-19 protection.
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NewsGMI chairman foresees ‘lasting change’ for marina training
Marina training will experience a “lasting change” as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Tony Browne, chairman of the Global Marina Institute (GMI) and marina director of Porto Montenegro. The GMI, formed in 2011, is an organisation jointly supported by British Marine and the Marina Industries Association of ...
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NewsHorizon launches first FD102 superyacht for US client
Taiwanese boatbuilder Horizon Yachts has launched its first FD102 superyacht for American owners. Hull No 2 of the 32m fast-displacement vessel is on schedule to arrive in Ft Lauderdale in June and will make its debut at the 2020 Ft Lauderdale International Boat Show in late October.
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NewsUK marina group to reopen marinas in England on Wednesday
Boatfolk, the new brand name that brings together Dean & Reddyhoff and Quay Marinas in the UK, is to begin reopening its marinas in England on Wednesday following the relaxation of travel and leisure restrictions in the country.
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NewsElan to restart production next week
Elan’s managing director, Marko Skrbin, told IBI that the company ceased all production on the 16th of March in order to comply with government recommendations and in the interest of the safety of the company’s staff. As a result, the launch of its new GT6 sailing yacht has been ...
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NewsBesenzoni reopens with renewed strategy to stop spread of Covid-19
Italian marine equipment and accessories manufacturer Besenzoni has implemented a renewed corporate strategy to deal with the ‘emergency situation’ caused by the spread of Covid-19.
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NewsTankoa Yachts resumes full-time work on S501
Italian superyacht-builder Tankoa Yachts has resumed full-time work on S501, the fifth project in the Tankoa fleet and the third hull in its 50m all-aluminium series, following the easing of lockdown measures in Italy last week.
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NewsNew marine firm forms in UK
A new UK company has launched itself onto the marine market with the unveiling of its first product, smarttune.
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NewsNew European head for Northrop & Johnson
Global superyacht brokerage and services group, Northrop & Johnson (N&J), has appointed a new head of European operations and also a new chief marketing officer.
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NewsFischer Panda obtains NMEA 2000 certification
Marine diesel generator specialist Fischer Panda has gained NMEA 2000 certification, enabling it to mark its compatible xSeries and iSeries generators with the NMEA logo.
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NewsSleipner to open new distribution centre in Italy
The Norwegian stabiliser and thruster manufacturer will operate a factory-direct distribution business for its Side-Power products as of 1 September
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NewsGrand Banks resumes operations
The Board of Directors of Grand Banks Yachts Limited announced today that the group’s manufacturing yard in Pasir Gudang, Malaysia has received approval from the Government of Malaysia to resume operations with immediate effect. Grand Banks Malaysia Grand Banks’ production facility in Malaysia employs 667 workers. The ...
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NewsBarrus to offer Dometic marine range in UK
The UK equipment firm has been made a national wholesaler for Dometic’s marine aftermarket products
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NewsNMEA releases online summer training schedule
Courses offered on multiple days and times to accommodate pupils worldwide
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NewsItalian yards come to terms with new working conditions
With most, if not all, of Italy’s yacht-builders having returned to work this week, many are coming to terms with the health and safety rules set by the government, medical authorities and trade unions to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and support a gradual easing of the lockdown. A survey ...
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NewsMalibu Boats feels Covid pinch in otherwise strong Q3 results
Malibu Boats CEO Jack Springer said the company’s third quarter was a “tale of two environments”, reflecting the impact of Covid-19 Tennessee, US-based boatbuilder Malibu Boats Inc said its third quarter of 2020 started off strongly before plant and dealership closures related to the arrival of the ...
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NewsFinancial businesses take action on COVID-19
Two financial businesses – a Bermuda-headquartered international insurer and a leading French bank – are taking steps to provide the financial resources to cover for the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NewsCovid-related production disruptions lead Mastercraft to $36.7m Q3 loss
March production cutbacks lead to 20% YOY drop in net sales, 32% drop in gross profit
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NewsOrion and Smuggler awarded High Court costs from Sealegs
Following a lengthy court battle lasting almost four years, the Auckland High Court in New Zealand has sealed an order for costs against amphibious boatbuilder Sealegs. This brings the total of costs awarded against Sealegs to circa $500k with the costs to be paid immediately.
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NewsStrong demand for marine equipment in Sweden, Norway
Byggplast/Sea Sea CEO Joakim Berner says the aftermarket is thriving The start of the boating season has been very good for companies selling boat equipment – especially in Sweden and Norway, where wholesaler Byggplast and retailers SeaSea, Hjertmans and Maritim (with more than 50 shops in both ...
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