Damen finishes restructuring
The Dutch group Damen, owner of the superyacht shipyard Amels, has announced that it has completed its restructuring operation. Governance is now ensured by 2 separate executive and supervisory committees. If the chairmanship of the supervisory committee remains in the family, assured by Kommer Damen, it sees the departure of Bear Damen, Rose Damen. Three new external members complete the supervisory committee: Jurgen van Breukelen, Bert Greven and Henk Rottinghuis.
Toronto show cancelled
The Toronto Boat Show, the largest indoor boat show in North America, has cancelled its 2021 edition, scheduled for January. The risks linked to the Covid-19 epidemic have been the reason for the event, which gathers more than 70,000 visitors every year over 10 days.
Axe Sail settles in Granville
Axe Sail, created in 2014 in Cherbourg, is continuing its development. It will open a new floor in the Manche port of Granville in October 2020.
Syroco raises 1.4 Meuros
Marseille-based start-up Syroco, founded by Alex Caizergues, world kitesurfing champion and multiple speed record holder on the water, Olivier Taillard, naval architect and three entrepreneurs specializing in digital and tech, has announced the raising of 1.4 Meuros from business angels. The company, which recently embarked on a foil project for the Hynova hydrogen boat, presents itself as "a scientific and technical laboratory that generates innovation through the realization of pioneering feats."
Partnership for sea classes
Nautisme en Bretagne and the Regional Bank of Crédit Agricole du Finistère have signed a partnership agreement. The Filière Mer of the Crédit Agricole du Finistère will contribute to the development of access to the sea, notably through the network of sea classes.
