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Auckland faces serious marina berth shortage
Auckland, the centre of New Zealand’s sizeable yacht and boating industry, is facing a serious shortage of marina berths. According to The New Zealand Herald, local boat owners are really struggling to find berths with the next America’s Cup scheduled to be held in the city in 2021.
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NewsBrian Scott named president of Brunswick's Attwood Division
Scott will head up one of Mercury’s key brands in the parts and accessories business
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NewsTurkish builder launches three superyacht tenders
Turkish yacht-builder Su Marine recently launched three superyacht tenders, with the cooperation of US company Reliant Yachts, for a 105m superyacht that is currently under construction at an
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USA Pavilion serves as “incubator” at METSTRADE
Seven new US manufacturers will be represented at the USA Pavilion during METSTRADE this week trying to break into the EU market place in what one industry leader said is “hands-down, the best show to help them do that.”
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NewsBPS signs three-year B.A.S.S. tournament sponsorship agreement
American fishing tackle retailer and multi-brand boat manufacturer Bass Pro Shops (BPS) has signed a three-year sponsorship agreement with the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) that will see the company’s flagship Tracker and Nitro boat brands continue as title sponsors of several premier fishing tournaments across the US, including the ...
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Ft Lauderdale poised to approve US$25m marina project
The Ft Lauderdale, Florida, city commission last week approved zoning amendments that clear the way for a vote of final approval for a US$25m mixed-use marina project, which is scheduled for 20 November.
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Plastics sector strike hits SA builder
A strike in South Africa’s plastics sector threatens to negatively impact local boatbuilding yards, with one prominent builder already affected in Durban.
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NewsMasterCraft reports strong Q1 sales
MasterCraft Boat Holdings reported first-quarter net sales were up 44% to US$93.6m from the prior year. Gross profits increased nearly 28% and net income was up just over 20%.
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NewsMasterCraft parent company changes name
MCBC Holdings Inc – the parent company of MasterCraft, NauticStar and Crest Marine – has changed its corporate name to MasterCraft Boat Holdings Inc, effective immediately.
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NewsRenewal of 'civil' fleet by Russian Ministry of Defence could provide boost to SY builders
The planned renewal of its ’civil’ fleet - leisure boats of around 100ft used by senior commanders - could also provide opportunites for Western yards
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Poland’s new regulation to cap yacht registration fees
Draft order to reduce rate for owners of larger vessels
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NewsFirst Maldives marina to open early in 2019
The Maldives is readily known for its beauty and considerable potential as a superyacht cruising area, but while it has a number boat and yacht mooring locations, the country is still without a proper marina. This is set to change over the next couple of years with a new 30-berth ...
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Yacht owner, captain guilty in illegal charter leading to passenger’s death
A yacht owner and the unlicensed captain he hired for his illegal charter operation have both pleaded guilty to charges resulting from the death of a passenger last April.
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NewsMassachusetts Marine Trade Association receives US$100,000 toward workforce development
The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA) has been awarded $100,000 from the State of Massachusetts to support workforce development and career technical education in the marine trades.
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NewsAustralian marina development moving ahead
Water-based development and harbour dredging are currently underway for the first phase of a proposed 318-slip, state-of-the-art marina facility being constructed at Burnett Heads on Australia’s Coral Coast.
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NewsCRN unveils new series of explorer yachts
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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Smart Locks for Yachts in exclusive UK distribution partnership
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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NewsSA boatbuilders welcome new industry umbrella body
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.
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NewsBahamian Marinas initiative to increase boat traffic to the islands
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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NewsBeneteau sets up permanent trials base
Port Ginesta in Barcelona chosen as home for year round boat trial facility
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