A major stake in UK superyacht and commercial repair and new-build company Burgess Marine has been acquired by London-headquartered private equity investor RJD Partners. RJD has committed £11m to fund the deal, as well as provide further resources for expansion through organic growth or acquisition. ... read full story
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Exciting New Development planned for Port Denarau Marina in Fiji
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A large, long-term, multimillion-dollar investment plan has been unveiled for Port Denarau Marina, the leading yachting hub in the lovely South Pacific yacht holiday location - Fiji. The plan is currently waiting for the final approval, with the project anticipated to take 10 years or more to complete. ... read full story
Extended Global Network announced by Nautor’s Swan
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In order to ensure a more intense collaboration as well as harmonization of its global network, the prestigious Finnish luxury yacht builder Nautor's Swan has announced that they have extended their global network. ... read full story
Hainan Rendez-Vous 2015 to take place in November with Expanded Exhibition Area
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This year's Hainan Rendez-Vous will start on November 27, boasting improved supporting facilities. The exhibition area will expand 30% from 4589 square meters as in 2014 to 6000 square meters, and the number of exhibitors will also increase 33%, from 90 to 120. ... read full story
Bloemsma Aluminiumbouw acquires Jachtwerf Bloemsma Makkum
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Bloemsma Aluminiumbouw has recently acquired Jachtwerf Bloemsma Makkum, part of Bloemsma Van Breemen Shipyard, and they have merged into new yard “BLOEMSMA.” This will focus on aluminium hulls and superstructure parts for motoryachts. ... read full story
Atlantic Refit Center signs exclusive six year contract with the Port Authorities
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Atlantic Refit Center is now the only shipyard on the west coast of France able to welcome superyachts up to 140m in length, thanks to the recently signed six year contract with the Port Authorities. Also, in order to strengthen its commercial team, Atlantic Refit Center have recently welcomed Patricia Pontis as Head of Commercial Sales. ... read full story
Leading Superyacht Builder Gulf Craft Welcomes Delegation of High-Profile Businessmen
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Gulf Craft has recently welcomed a delegation of high-profile businessmen to its shipyard in Umm Al Quwain. They were impressed by achievements of the leading superyacht builder. ... read full story
Dubai International Boat Show 2015 to be marked by strong international exhibitor participation
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This year's Dubai International Boat Show will play a host to an amazing number of international exhibitors. German Boat and Shipbuilders Association will revisit the show, alongside debut countries Luxembourg, Indonesia and Spain; Australia, China, Italy, US, UK, France and Turkey will return to tap into increasing spend on luxury goods in the region, with 150 new exhibitors anticipated to attend. ... read full story
Nansha Marina to feature Guangzhou’s First On-Water Yacht Bonded Area
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The On-Water Yacht Bonded Area Registration Certificate has been issued to Nansha Marina, a lovely China yacht charter destination, by Guangzhou Customs. This is expected to attract more yachts of big sizes to come to Nansha. ... read full story