Strategic Alliance

From left: Gavin Wesson and Ghassan Al Binali (Photo: Cox Marine)

Cox Marine Inks Expansion Deal with UAE Partner Gulf Yachts

Diesel outboard engine manufacturer Cox Marine announced an expanded contract with UAE partner Gulf Yachts to cover additional regions as exclusive distributor.Gulf Yachts is increasing its territories beyond Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Lebanon to also distribute in UAE and Bahrain, and the new deal confirms the Doha-based company as the largest distributor of the CXO300 diesel outboard in terms of volume of sales.Appointed by Cox Marine in 2020, Gulf Yachts has a growing order book…

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Ponant to Acquire Paul Gauguin Cruises

Adding access to exciting itineraries and experiences for passengers of both brands.PONANT, the world leader of luxury expeditions to locations that only small ships can navigate, has announced its plan to acquire PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES, the renowned specialist in sailings to exotic ports in French Polynesia and the South Pacific. Like PONANT, PAUL GAUGUIN combines exceptional itineraries with luxury hotel services and fine cuisine to create memorable experiences at sea. Following the acquisition…

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Garmin and Yacht Controller Strategic Partnership

Yacht Controller, well known for providing “innovative technology for the marine industry”, has announced the integration of the Yacht Controller information and control panel on compatible Garmin multifunction displays (MFDs) with OneHelm functionality. This integration allows Yacht Controller and Garmin users to take advantage of the Garmin display for accessing the Yacht Controller panel during their maneuvers, thereby having a vivid color visual and easy method to start and see the system without the need for another dedicated Yacht Controller screen on their boat.Gerald Berton…

Six Marinas Join Florida Boat Village

Six marinas have joined The Boat Village establishment in Florida, aimed to promote online service coordination and simplify boat ownership. The latest marina’s to join the collaborative are: Old Port Cove Marina and New Port Cove Marina, the Palm Bay Club Marina, and three marinas from the Aquamarina portfolio located in Southeast Florida. These companies will offer The Boat Village, a maritime online service coordination tool, to slip holders, providing them with the very latest technology for boat management and online service coordination.

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Strategic Alliance: Ocean Marine Yacht Center and Clear Yacht Interiors

Completely Integrated Shipyard, Interior Design and Build Services Under One Roof. Clear Yacht Interiors and Ocean Marine Yacht Center announce the formation of a strategic alliance to position Ocean Marine’s Portsmouth shipyard as one of the only U.S. facilities to offer complete yard and interior design/build services. Joyce Clear, owner of Clear Yacht Interiors, remarks, “This is an exciting time for us. Our philosophy has always been to offer clients a full service experience.