Human Resources: Employees Are Changing Jobs in the Boating Industry - June 23, 2026

Julie Renouf has been appointed CEO of Adrena, while Michel Rodet, Adrena's long-time founder, has assumed the role of chairman
Julie Renouf has been appointed CEO of Adrena, while Michel Rodet, Adrena's long-time founder, has assumed the role of chairman

Appointments, departures, job changes... There have been some changes at Adrena, Privilège Marine, McConaghy Boats, VMG Industries, Fountaine Pajot, Beneteau, and Alliance Marine.

Julie Renouf Takes Over as CEO of Adrena Navigation Software

Adrena Navigation Software, a specialist in navigation and weather routing software for recreational sailing and offshore racing, has appointed Julie Renouf as its CEO. This appointment comes at a time when digital tools are playing an increasingly important role on board, both in preparing for crossings and in aiding navigation decisions.

Mylène Jarny Joins the Purchasing Department at Privilège Marine

Privilège Marine, a catamaran builder based in Les Sables d'Olonne, is strengthening its team with the addition of Mylène Jarny as a procurement manager. With extensive experience in industrial procurement, she is joining the Vendée-based shipyard to help manage procurement and supplier relations?functions that have become strategic for boat builders.

Pedro Krüger Becomes Design Manager at McConaghy Boats

McConaghy Boats has announced the appointment of Pedro Krüger as Design Manager. This specialist in boat design and development will be responsible for overseeing the shipbuilder?s projects; the company is renowned for its advanced composite designs in the performance sailing and multihull sectors.

Miguel Guimarães Appointed Sales Director at VMG Industries

VMG Industries has appointed Miguel Guimarães as Sales Director. He will be responsible for the company?s business development in various international markets. This appointment is part of the group?s growth strategy targeting players in the boating and marine equipment industries.

Eudes Libaudiere Joins Fountaine Pajot for France and the Benelux

Fountaine Pajot has hired Eudes Libaudiere as Area Sales Manager. He will be responsible for the French and Benelux markets for the La Rochelle-based catamaran manufacturer. His responsibilities will include sales promotion, overseeing the distribution network, and supporting the brand?s growth in these regions.

Nina Blazquez Takes the Helm of the Beneteau Group's Trade Shows and Events

The Beneteau Group has appointed Nina Blazquez as Director of Boat Shows and Events. She will be responsible for organizing and coordinating the group?s various brands? participation in major international boat shows, which are a key driver of the manufacturers? commercial visibility.

Patsy Libert Joins Onebase Solution

Previously with Alliance Marine, Patsy Libert is starting a new role as PIM and MDM Project Manager at Onebase Solution. Her appointment is intended to support the development of product data management and product catalog solutions?tools now widely used by manufacturers and distributors in the boating industry to manage their catalogs and information flows.

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