May 2014 saw Erwin Bamps, Gulf Craft’s CEO, attend the 4th edition of the Australian Superyacht and Marine Export (ASMEX) conference as one of the key speakers. He talked about how perceptions of locations can both challenge and benefit a brand.
An additional 12,000 sq. ft. indoor facility has been recently acquired by the US luxury yacht manufacturer, Jarrett Bay Boatworks. The yard can thus handle a wide array of vessels, with varying beams and lengths, power and sail.
Kim Han-wook, president of JDC (Jeju Free International City Development Center), traveled from Korea along with his delegation to visit IPM Group and meet firsthand the most representative Mediterranean sailing facilities.
Polish catamaran manufacturer, Sunreef Yachts, has opened a new office in Bahrain, in order to reinforces its position in the Middle East region.
Romina Bompani has been announced as the new Marketing Director of FYI Superyachts, the official dealer of The Italian Sea Group for Latin America.
Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA), the government authority charged with regulating, coordinating and supervising all aspects of Dubai’s maritime sector, has recently met with an Indian consul, his excellency Mr Muraleedharan K, Deputy Consul General of India in Dubai. The Authority was recognized for its efforts in promoting Dubai’s position as a key destination for industry leaders.
Phase One of Premier’s Swanwick Marina boatyard development is on track for completion in October 2014. A second phase is due to be completed by March 2015.
The recently concluded Sydney Superyacht Show 2014 has been a huge success. The 2015 event is set to run in the Sydney Superyacht Marina, a lovely Sydney yacht charter destination, from July 30 to August 2.
Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) has announced its move to make the Marine Craft Driving License mandatory, starting January 2015. New service covering all types of marine crafts and its crew is part of continuous commitment to promote maritime safety and operational efficiency across local coastline.
As part of their continuous expansion and development plans, Premier Marinas Ltd, one of the UK’s biggest marina groups, has acquired the Gosport-based superyacht repair and refit yard Endeavour Quay, as announced by Marina Projects Ltd.
Jarrett Bay Boatworks, the US Custom yacht builder, has joined The Boat Village to improve service coordination as well as boat management.