Cap'n Researcher distributes Sailwood
Sailwood, the wood specialist in the nautical industry, has created an online distributor for its range of tiller bars. The Cap'tain Chercheur website now sells this equipment for new or replacement sailboats.
Sailsense Analytics equips Nautitech
An OEM supply contract has been signed between the equipment manufacturer Sailsense Analytics and the multihull builder Nautitech. The specialist in home automation and connected equipment for boats will equip the new generation of Nautitech 44 catamarans with digital switching solutions with their monitoring and preventive maintenance solution.
RCMarine takes over the distribution of Azimut in France
On August 30, 2022, V Marine France sold its business to RCMarine Yachts, a new subsidiary of the RCM Group. In addition to the existing RCMarine activity, a Bénéteau dealer, it will distribute Azimut in France, the Italian leader in the high-end motorboat sector. The new entity is headed by Luca Brancaleon.
New Windy Boats representative in France
The Scandinavian motorboat manufacturer Windy Boats has appointed a new dealer for France and Monaco. It is the company Merveille Nautic SAS, based in the Gulf of St Tropez, founded by Nicolas Cantenot. The shipyard is counting on the distributor to further develop its presence on the French market.
ICOMIA commissions life cycle analyses of ships
The International Council of Marine Industry Associations, ICOMIA, has announced the commissioning of a study by Ricardo UK to conduct a full life cycle analysis of 9 different boats and boat propulsion systems, with the aim of providing recommendations to the marine industry to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and facilitate its transition. Initial findings are expected in early 2023.