Industry News – Page 20
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NewsDometic showcases new range at METSTRADE
Dometic has unveiled a range of new products at this year’s METSTRADE, including a new air conditioning unit, toilet and steering assist systems.
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NewsSABA appoints GRP Solutions
SABA is expanding into the UK and Ireland’s marine market with the appointment of GRP Solutions to distribute its adhesives and sealants.
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NewsASG group expands further
Mastervolt and Whale are to join Brunswick’s Advanced Systems Group EMEA portfolio.
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NewsDemand outstrips supply in North America boat market
Retail demand for boats, both new and used, across North America is strong, but supply issues are causing problems, according to a recent survey.
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NewsApproved Boats is appointed
Aquila Power Catamarans has appointed Approved Boats as its UK representative.
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NewsSupply chain issues force show postponements
America’s National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has postponed five of its shows from 2022 to 2023, while adding new events in Georgia and Washington.
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NewsAmerica’s Cup focuses on cost and sustainability
The Protocol of the 37th America’s Cup has been released with a focus on cost reduction and promoting new cleaner technologies.
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NewsPortsmouth eyes marine hub status
There could be opportunity a plenty for the marine sector if the Portsmouth Lennox Point plans are approved.
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NewsCowes boatbuilder honoured with Queen’s Award
The Wight Shipyard Co has been honoured with a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade in recognition of its outstanding short-term growth in the export market.
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NewsInmarsat agrees takeover deal with Viasat
Inmarsat has agreed a US$7.3bn (£5.4bn) takeover by US company Viasat, in a deal described as ‘transformative’ for the global communications industry.
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NewsTariff removal dates confirmed
The EU’s tariff on American made boats will be lifted on January 1 2022, it’s been confirmed.
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NewsMarathon Leisure acquired
Alliance Marine Group has acquired Marathon Leisure for an undisclosed sum.
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NewsRYA concern over proposed new ‘watercraft’ definition
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has expressed concern that government proposals to strengthen the law around the use of personal watercraft may lead to unnecessary regulation, stifling a sector which it says is overwhelmingly safe.
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NewsInduction cookers help raise revenue
GN Espace, manufacturer of cookers and galley systems, has seen revenue increase by 88% compared to the same period to September 2020. The company also reports a healthy order book looking forward.
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NewsCA Clase to distribute Poynting Antennas
Poynting Antennas has appointed CA Clase as its UK distributor.
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NewsBrunswick earnings up fifth quarter in a row
Brunswick has delivered a record fifth quarter in a row, with propulsion sales outside the US up 35% compared with the previous year.
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NewsBorrow A Boat crowdfunding success
Boat rental and yacht charter marketplace, Borrow A Boat, has sailed past its crowd-funding target, securing over £750,000 from 686 investors, with six days still to go.
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Momentous victory for the boating industry
Steel and aluminium tariffs are to be removed after a deal was announced by the US and EU.
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NewsKayak tour disregarded official forecasts
Disregard for Met Éireann forecasts contributed to the decision to embark on a potentially unsafe commercial kayaking tour.
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NewsSara Sutcliffe appointed RYA chief executive
The RYA has appointed Sara Sutcliffe MBE as its new chief executive.
