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Nobiskrug develops new superyachts with focus on environmentally-friendly solutions
German builder reports stable demand for its superyachts
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Winnebago reports Q3 results
March to May period deeply impacted by Covid-19, yet YTD operating cash flow up 96% YOY
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German design firm releases first images of US$562bn mega-catamaran
The 650ft Galileo2 is described as a “floating marina”
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A perfect storm? Or more subtle forces at play?
IBI Editor Ed Slack contemplates boating’s prospects in the wake of Covid-19, looking at two potential scenarios for the industry and how they might play out over the rest of the year. See our presentation above (18 mins) and watch this space for more.
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Lippert Components’ CEO Jason Lippert – The 15-Minute Read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the edited transcript highlights of IBI’s recent interview with Jason Lippert and learn about the benefits of experienced leadership, the growth of powered stuff and why this is a key time for the industry to focus on quality.
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Fiji launches ‘Blue Lane’ initiative for yachts and pleasure craft
Port Denarau Marina will initially be the sole port of entry
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After so-so start, Netherlands Maritime Technology relaunches superyacht unit
The Netherlands Maritime Technology (NMT) lobby, overcoming a spat over a name and marketing slogan, has asked “renowned marketing agencies” to handle the relaunch of Holland Yachting Group as its superyacht unit. The contract will be awarded June 24, said the NMT in a presentation of the HYG’s first-year program. ...
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IBI speaks with Lippert Components CEO Jason Lippert
IBI North American correspondent Craig Ritchie interviews Lippert Components CEO, Jason Lippert, on the surprising level of demand in the recreational vehicle and boating sector following the Covid-19 lockdowns, the company’s mult-brand strategy in certain product segments, the huge potential for powered-bimini shades, and future plans for acquisitions.
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Superyacht sector wakes up to cybersecurity
As the boating industry accelerates the push into smart technologies onboard, those advances make superyachts particularly vulnerable
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Volabo electric motor enters series production
The company behind the innovative Volabo electric motor has announced that they have now put the motor into series production with the first units being available at the end of the year.
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Portugal sees boating boost, but age old problems peg back growth
Portugal may have dodged the Covid bullet, but persistent problems continue to hinder the market
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Hanse Yachts CEO, Dr Jens Gerhardt - The 15-minute read
Not watched the video yet? Check out the transcript highlights of IBI’s recent Interview to learn how Hanse is coping with Covid, how multi-million euro boats are selling online, and why CEO Dr Jens Gerhardt thinks we may be on the cusp of a surge in small sailboat sales
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Domestic tourism could supercharge Russian leisure boating
Investment in infrastructure as Russian holidaymakers take to domestic waters this summer
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Third attempt to sell Slovenian marina; price reduced - offers by July 16
A third attempt is being made to sell the bankrupt 700-berth Marina Izola in Slovenia. The starting bid price this time is €2,990,000, which is significantly lower than the €5.96m asked on the second attempt. According to an advertisement published in the Financial Times newspaper, the insolvency administrator for this ...
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Brunswick Boat Group | Huw Bower
The president of Brunswick Boat Group speaks with IBI about building boats through a pandemic, and how the experience could change the industry moving forward
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Brazilian shipyard launches new superyacht division
INACE Superyachts’ initial offerings include two steel/aluminium explorer yacht series
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IBI speaks with Hanse CEO Dr. Jens Gerhardt
IBI’s Ed Slack interviews Hanse Group CEO Dr. Jens Gerhardt on the company’s recent financial results and order book, the impact of Covid-19 on demand in relation to boat shows and characteristics of the builder’s customer base, how the acquisition of French catamaran builder Privilege fits into the company’s multi-brand ...