Maxime Vedrenne creates his Neel Trimarans concession
Maxime Vedrenne, former sales manager of RM yachts, then unsuccessful candidate for the takeover of the shipyard in La Rochelle, had joined the multihull shipyard Neel Trimarans in September 2020 as regional sales manager. He finally left the manufacturer to become an independent dealer under the name MV Yachting.
Normandie Maritime strengthens its team
Created 3 years ago, the Normandie Maritime association, which took over from the F2N in the representation of regional boating, is expanding its team. Lauriane Guillemet has joined the structure to support Delphine Lefrançois, General Delegate, and Laurent Gaudez, Project Manager, in the field of communication and events.
New Technical Director at Nautor's Swan
High-end yacht specialist Nautor's Swan has hired a new technical and operational director. Michelangelo Casadei joins the Italian-owned Finnish brand after 13 years with the Ferretti Group, the last six of which as technical manager for all the brands of the key yachting group.
New president at the Société Nautique de Marseille
The Société Nautique de Marseille has a new president. Henri Escojido is taking over as president of the club in Marseille. He succeeds Pierre Sathal who becomes vice-president in charge of the sporting part of the structure.
Pointe-Rouge Yacht Club president forced to resign
Christian Tommasini, for 25 years at the head of the Pointe-Rouge Yacht Club, an institution in Marseille sailing and an important club in French light sailing, was forced to resign after making racist remarks during a meeting with elected officials. The case had a national echo.
New manager at the port of Cancale
The marina of Cancale has a new manager. Gaël Peuvrel has taken up his post in May 2021.