Renewal of Zodiac - Suzuki partnership
Six years after their last collaboration, outboard engine manufacturer Suzuki and RIB specialist Zodiac have announced the renewal of their original equipment partnership. Starting in 2022. Zodiac and Suzuki will offer their joint network pre-rigging kits to facilitate engine assembly by French dealers.
Osculati, the growing nautical distributor
Italian boating equipment distributor Osculati has announced significant growth for 2021. Sales are up 40% compared to the pre-covid period. The company's overall turnover stands at 102 Meuros.
Brunswick continues to buy into the electric sector
Brunswick Group announced the September 20, 2021 acquisition of SemahTronix, a global supplier of complex electrical cables for the marine and defense industries. The Advanced Systems Group (ASG) division of the U.S. marine leader strengthens its position to pursue its strategy around the electrification and automation of recreational boats.
Harmonized standards for recreational vessels
In the framework of the application of the Directive 2013/53EU laying down rules on the CE marking of recreational craft and their equipment, the European Commission has updated the list of harmonized standards as of 26 August 2021.
Wing Group opens a development office in Europe
Wing Group, which includes the Wing, Henshaw Inflatables, Patten, Fabtek and Mustang Survival brands, has announced the opening of an office in the United Kingdom to continue its development in the European market. Headed by Nigel Parkes, the new office will help accelerate the growth of the company, which has a strong presence in the United States and claims to be the leader in inflatable safety solutions (rafts, etc.) and dry suits.
