Following encouraging results of a survey in summer by the German Boat and Ship Building Association (DBSV) on the economic situation of its member companies, the latest figures from the Federal Statistics Office on import and export of boats and yachts also give cause for optimism. ... read full story
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HRH Duke of Kent presents Queen’s Award to Halyard
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Halyard Ltd was presented the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category by HRH The Duke of Kent. The prestigious award is in recognition of its continuous dedication to innovation. Halyard has developed a number of significant new products to provide strategic solutions for the silencing of larger marine engines and generators. ... read full story
PRINCESS YACHTS MIDDLE EAST EXPANDS INTO UAE
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Princess Yachts International is delighted to announce that Chehab Marine Ltd, the sole distributor of Princess yachts in the Lebanon, has recently expanded their distribution to cover Dubai and the UAE. Operating under the trading names of Princess Yachts UAE and Princess Yachts Middle East, Mohammad Chehab and his team have established a network of... ... read full story
WRITER’S AWARD FOR TOP BOATING ARTICLE
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Trade publication editor and writer earns $2,500; 3 others cited FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, October 29, 2010 — Liz Walz, editor-in-chief of Boating Industry magazine, has received the top honor Boating Writers International presents to a journalist — The BWI Grand Prize Writer’s Award. Announcement of the award, consisting of a $2,500 check and a crystal... ... read full story
70th annual Miami International Boat Show 2011
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The 70th annual Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami, one of the World’s greatest boating events, returns Feb. 17-21, 2011, showcasing thousands of the newest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and marine accessories from more than 2,000 leading manufacturers around the world. ... read full story
DuraShield® Marine Sales Increase of 42 Percent to Date in 2010
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Glasshape® Limited Specialist Glass Products, manufacturer of DuraShield® Superyacht and Marine Glass, reported that 2010 sales to date are up 42 percent compared to last year – 35 percent higher than the initial forecast which was set 40 percent above 2009 sales. ... read full story
3rd Annual Superyacht Design Symposium
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Excitement was in the air as delegates began arriving in Palm Beach for the 3rd Annual Superyacht Design Symposium. Attendees to this two-day workshop on large yacht design issues and management topics reads like a Who’s Who of the industry’s “A-Team.” ... read full story
New Zealand Marine Industry aims to grow 55% by 2015
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The NZ Marine Industry (NZMI) sets ambitious course for $2.7 billion p.a. by 2015 which is an increase of 55% over the next five years. ... read full story
Lloyd’s Register Board appoints Chairman-elect and celebrates strong performance in its 250th year
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Thomas Thune Andersen has been chosen to succeed Chairman David Moorhouse CBE when he retires at the end of 2010. ... read full story
2nd Asia Superyacht Conference a success
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The 2nd Asia Superyacht Conference hosted over 220 participants in total from over 35 countries around the world. The event highlighted both the tremendous opportunities in the Asia region and the need for Governments, Associations and the commercial sector to work together. ... read full story