Navigation and ship handling are skills that come naturally to experienced Superyacht captains but what about the threat of terrorism, tension between crew members, violence on board or a distress call from migrants? How would they react under pressure? What training do they need to help them expect the unexpected? These scenarios and more are…
British luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Fairline Yachts, announces the appointment of a new dealer covering Malta, Trader Marine, which will operate as Fairline Malta. Trader Marine is well-established in the Maltese market, having been trading for over 25 years. Run by Eddie Woods, a name synonymous with yachting in the region, Trader Marine offers a…
Digital Yacht will be exhibiting at METS, Hall 1:434 with some exciting and innovative new product introductions for 2017. We’ve new concepts and technologies in AIS, a new line in instrumentation and a sophisticated range of networking products for NMEA. We’re also delighted to have been nominated for a DAME design award for our…
Rare opportunity to purchase a highly respected and well established yacht charter business in heavenly ‘Garden of Skye’ location For anyone who loves boats and the sea, the once in a lifetime chance to purchase your own profitable yacht charter company, complete with fleet of yachts, RYA training centre and boatyard services business, has become…
New figures released today show that the UK superyacht industry is buoyant and growing, despite the uncertainty and financial volatility surrounding the EU referendum. British products, services and expertise continue to be in high demand from international markets, cementing the UK as a hub for the superyacht industry. The figures come as businesses head to…
Global technical sailing apparel brand, Gill, has appointed Jamie Tunnicliffe as the company’s new CEO, as part of the firm’s management expansion and growth plans. Gill has also hired Ian Poore as its new Finance Director. Tunnicliffe’s appointment was made after Managing Director, John Deverill, announced his retirement from the British-based company after almost two…
Situated in a truly iconic location next to Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, St Katharine Docks is central London’s only marina. And since Camper & Nicholsons Marinas announced the refurbishment of the marina in April, there has been a flurry of excitement and activity down at the docks. As custodians and owners of…
International demand for commercial vessels is growing and Boatshed.com is bringing its successful formula to the commercial sector. BoatshedCommercial.com is a new dedicated site, offering full brokerage services for commercial vessels. Utilising Boatshed’s cutting edge technology and processes together with their existing network of over 50 global locations; Boatshed are well placed to offer an…
Digital Marine Solutions (DMS) announced today it has completed acquisition of the assets of the Marine Division of Jeppesen, a Boeing company. Digital Marine Solutions is owned by the Altor 2003 Fund. Under the terms of the agreement the Jeppesen Marine and C-MAP portfolio will continue to operate as a separate entity under the C-MAP…
At the fore-front of technology and innovation when it comes to the design and manufacture of blinds, Oceanair has recently made a significant investment in new equipment for the manufacture of aluminium Venetian blinds. The largest investment to date from Oceanair (apart from the factory itself) to enhance the company’s capabilities, the venture includes a…
