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Three senior consultants from the Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) will play leading roles at the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (WMC), which opens today and is being held at the Venezia Certosa Marina in Venice. The three-day ICOMIA World Marinas Conference runs from 15–17 October. Jean-Michel Gaigné, GMBA France, an internationally respected marina strategist, will…

Marine safety and navigation technology firm Daniamant has launched the AQ-4 MKII strobe light. This latest product is designed to deliver underwater visibility and improved safety for professional maritime, naval and offshore operations.  The new strobe light marks an advancement in personal safety lighting, featuring a high-intensity flashing LED strobe that, according to Daniament, offers…

Patricia Becker, exhibition manager for Metstrade, says that as the show continues to grow in scale and influence, the 2025 iteration is set to welcome over 1,600 exhibitors, surpassing previous years and reflecting the industry’s strong momentum. As the show continues to evolve from a trade exhibition into a full-scale, globally recognised platform for marine…

MaryAnne Edwards, director of the upcoming African Boating Conference, assesses the growth of South Africa’s marine industry, its potential and the boost in visiting yachts, and what it means for the local refit sector. For decades, South Africa had quietly served as a vital stopover for yachts circumnavigating the globe, with ports like Richards Bay,…

Several major trade and tariff deadlines are approaching in the next few weeks that may affect US marine manufacturers and their supply chains. The news comes a month after global marine bodies, including British Marine, the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA), the European Boating Industry (EBI) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)…

Nautical chart publisher Imray has formed a new joint venture with Austrian publisher Freytag and Berndt. Imray is a storied nautical information publisher that has produced nautical guides and paper charts since the mid-eighteenth century. In 2024, the firm announced it would be phasing out its chart publishing, citing the growing trend for digital navigation…

The 62nd edition of the Barcelona International Boat Show 2025 has concluded with robust attendance and business performance, underscoring the success of its refreshed strategic direction. The event unveiled a new format and visitor profile, designed to attract higher-value buyers and strengthen its role as a leading European hub for the boating industry. Organised by…

Dave Manasseh, international sales manager for Shakespeare International, talks regional strategies, tariffs, production optimisation and breaking into established markets. Antenna design and material solutions company Shakespeare International has embarked on a significant geographic expansion strategy of late – tackling mature markets and vying with established competition. The company has also established a presence in entirely…

Mercury Marine has signed an exclusive partnership agreement with Swedish aluminium boatbuilder Anytec, under which Mercury becomes the sole engine supplier for all new boats from Anytec and its sister brand Ockelbo. Both companies have worked together for many years, and the new arrangement formalises and expands that relationship. Anytec describes itself as one of…

The Yacht Racing Forum returns to Amsterdam on 20 and 21 November 2025, coinciding with the closing day of Metstrade and the following day. The 15th edition will bring together members of the sailing and yacht-racing industry for discussions, networking, and business opportunities and partnerships. Founded in 2008, the Yacht Racing Forum hosts two days…