Catana Group maintains its growth in 2021
The Catana Group has presented its figures for the first half of 2020-2021. The new boat business for the Bali and Catana multihull brands is up 18.75%, with revenues of 45 million euros. The other pre-owned boat sales and service businesses also grew. Overall sales reached 48.19 million euros, up 15.51%. With the collapse of the boat rental sector, the customer mix is changing: pleasure boaters, who used to account for 30% of buyers, are now ahead of charter fleets, with 60% of sales.
New Hanse dealer in the Mediterranean
Actium Yachts, a boat dealer in Hyères-les-Palmiers, has a new card. The company now represents the German sailing boat brand Hanse on the Côte d'Azur coast between Saint-Cyr and Cavalaire.
Ocean Signal adapts to the demand for emergency beacons
British marine safety equipment specialist Ocean Signal is investing in its manufacturing facilities. It has announced the tripling of the size of its manufacturing plant in Margate, UK. It now has 1,780 square meters for the assembly and storage of its EPIRBs, AIS, VHF and other onboard safety equipment.
Dream Yacht Charter launches the Sail Pass
Leading yacht charter company Dream Yacht Charter has announced the launch of a subscription system called Sail Pass. Valid for one year, it allows you to sail 3 weeks per year (2 in low season and 1 in high season) at a price fixed in advance.
Lippert acquires German Schaudt
The American equipment manufacturer Lippert Components has made a new acquisition in Europe, after Lewmar, Polyplastic and Lavet. It has just acquired the German specialist in electronics and energy systems for recreational vehicles, Schaudt.
