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UK marine industry reports consistent level of performance

July 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The UK leisure, superyacht and small commercial marine industry reports a consistent level of performance in its recovery from the recession, according to the latest trends survey from the British Marine Federation (BMF). Spring 2011 Industry Trends Results November 2010 – May 2011 Encouragingly, there has been slight improvement in the trend reported for the... ... read full story

Melbourne Marinas 2011 a Success

June 30, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Melbourne Marinas 2011 a Success - Marina of the Year Award Winners

Delegates and exhibiters alike were very positive about Marinas 2011. The final debrief for the event will be held 13 July. Mike Harvey felt the initial feedback from the event was just as positive as that received after the very successful Marinas 2009 event. The introduction of conference breakout sessions was well received and the... ... read full story

Marinas 2011: Australian Marina Industry recognises their best

June 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Marinas 2011, the bi-annual international conference and exhibition, hosted by the Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) ended June 22nd in Melbourne at the Convention and Exhibition Centre with its annual closing reception and awards ceremony. This year, the MIAA recognized three marinas for their excellence. Categories included best large marina (greater than 140 berths),... ... read full story

Seabed Lease approval brings Victoria International Marina closer to construction

June 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

WAM Development Group and its Community Marine Concepts Ltd. partnership have received approval from BC’s Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations for a seabed lease where it can build docks for the Victoria International Marina. “This is an important step in the approval process that will soon bring one of the most modern,... ... read full story

Overmarine Group Signs agreement with La Mar Aqua in Turkey to promote Mangusta

June 26, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Overmarine Group new strategy continues to grow through a selection of exclusive partners in the main target markets. After last February agreement with the successful American boating player, Marine Max, with 60 different sales points and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Overmarine announced last week in Istanbul at the prestigious Hotel Les Ottomans on... ... read full story

New timber dock system by Bellingham Marine

June 23, 2011

Written by Eva Belanyiova

Leading marina builder, Bellingham Marine, recently announced the introduction of a new timber dock system. The new product has higher load capacities than other currently available commercial timber systems and has been engineered to meet Bellingham’s strict design standards. This innovative new design also utilizes top of the line materials to insure the highest level of quality and product consistency. ... read full story

Abu Dhabi building “Destination Village” for Volvo Ocean Race

June 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

A specially designed “Destination Village” is being built on the Abu Dhabi Corniche breakwater to host the Volvo Ocean Race fleet and its fans this New Year. Infrastructure work is due for completion this September. Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), the company appointed to develop the 55,000m2 site, will dredge a section of the Corniche lagoon... ... read full story

Marinas 2011: International Marina Industry meeting in Melbourne

June 21, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Under the banner of ‘new horizons’ the Marinas 2011 International Conference and Exhibition was opened Monday 20 June by the Victorian Government Minister for Ports Hon Dr Denis Hapthine MP. The Minster welcomed delegates to Melbourne and indicated there are 300,000 recreational boat license holders in Victoria. He emphasized the Victorian Government is very supportive... ... read full story

Red Sea Resorts El Gouna and Taba Heights offering luxury yacht marinas

June 20, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

El Gouna and Taba Heights, two luxurious resort towns on the Red Sea, are growing to provide the perfect mooring for luxury yachts of all sizes. Abu Tig Marina in El Gouna, open since 1999, is a prestigious anchorage for both visiting and resident yachts in the Red Sea. Due to unprecedented demand for space,... ... read full story

2011 Export Awards announcement nears

June 20, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) is organizing the 2011 Club Marine Australian Marine Industry Export Awards again this year. Application numbers were impressive this year especially given the challenging times facing exporters. Applications for the 2011 Awards closed on Friday 6 May and show an impressive line of a  broad range of Australian... ... read full story

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