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Laetitia Buret joins Ledlenser Global
On the equipment side, a change on the sales side. After several years with Temo France, Laetitia Buret joins Ledlenser Global as Sales Manager West France. Ledlenser is a manufacturer of high-quality personal lighting, used both in yachting and in professional applications.
Carole Bourlon returns to Watt and Sea
The marine energy sector is also seeing some movement. Carole Bourlon returns to Watt and Sea as Sales and Communications Director, a position she previously held between 2010 and 2016. In the meantime, she had participated in the development of the industry, notably within Bretagne Sailing Valley and the Eurolarge Innovation cluster.
Michel Nave takes over as Chairman of AFBE
The Electric Boat Association changes its governance. Michel Nave was elected Chairman on March 18, 2026, at the Annual General Meeting. He succeeds Yannick Wileveau, who remains involved in the Board of Directors and is in charge of relations with partners. Michel Nave is a director of E Nav Systems, with experience in the integration of electric motors.
Richard Mesnil appointed Plant Manager at Groupe Beneteau
The Saint Gilles Croix de Vie site changes management. Richard Mesnil takes up the position of Plant Manager within the Beneteau Group. He is responsible for a site dedicated to boat manufacturing, with industrial challenges linked to production and team organization.
Maxime Védrénne appointed General Manager of Neel Trimarans
The Charente Maritime-based shipyard announces a change in management. Following the Commercial Court's decision to hand over management of the shipyard to a new management team, Maxime Védrénne has been appointed Managing Director of the Neel Trimarans Group.
