Boating news: Suzuki, Ribitaly, Marex, Snip Yachting, Motte Marine, Quick USA, AC40, Sessa...

The boating industry is on the move. The latest news from the yachting industry. News flash from February 09, 2024.

Ribitaly and Suzuki expand partnership

Engine manufacturer Suzuki Marine has announced the strengthening of its partnership with Ribitaly in France. Partners for 30 years in Italy and since 2018 in France for the Marshall range, the RIB manufacturer and the engine builder will now collaborate in France on the 3 ranges BWA, BMA and Marshall. All will be offered as original equipment with pre-rig Suzuki kits and accessories.

Marex expands its network in France

Merveille Nautic, exclusive importer of Scandinavian Marex powerboats for France, has formalized the brand's distribution agreement with two major dealers. Snip Yachting takes over the card for Brittany and Normandy, while Motte Marine Ile de Ré becomes the representative for Charente-Maritime and Vendée.

Quick continues to expand in the United States

Italian equipment manufacturer Quick sues its rapid external growth with the announcement that its US subsidiary Quick USA has acquired Florida-based Yachting Marine Service - YMS. YMS is to become a service hub for the Group, providing technical support to local customers.

A first private customer for the AC40

The AC40 class, which manages the one-design boats built primarily for the America's Cup, reports that it has sold its first model to a private customer. This is good news for the McConaghy Boats yard, which can now look forward to further construction and the creation of a permanent circuit.

Sessa Marine returns to the US market

The Italian brand Sessa Marine, r nvestment by a Brazilian manufacturer in April 2023 continues its growth strategy. It is opening a new office in Florida, marking its return to the US market, and will handle distribution in the US and the Caribbean.

RAD Propulsion raises £1 million

British electric motor manufacturer RAD Propulsion, which developed the RAD 40 and powered the Pulse RIBs, has announced the raising of £1 million from the Ocean Infinity investment fund. This will enable the industrialization of the RAD 40 and the development of new motors.

A buyer for Ryds

Norwegian motorboat manufacturer Cormate has taken over the Ryds shipyard, which is due to go bankrupt at the end of 2023. The aim is to maintain the know-how of the company, founded in 1946, and to keep production running.

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