Suzuki Marine continues its partnerships with sailing clubs
Outboard engine manufacturer Suzuki Marine signed on December 7, 2023 the continuation of its partnerships with La Rochelle Nautique and Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez. The Japanese equipment manufacturer will work with the two French clubs until 2028, continuing ties begun in 2012 for the former and in 2017 for the latter. Also a partner of the Normandy Sailing League, the outboard manufacturer now has a representative of choice on each of France's seaboards.
Genevos hydrogen fuel cell certified for IMOCA boats
Genevos has announced that Lloyds Register (LR) has granted approval in principle, or AIP, for the complete installation of the hydrogen fuel system on the IMOCA Oceanslab, skippered by founder Phil Sharp.
Grand Large Service expands in the French West Indies
Grand Large Services, the support arm of the Grand Large Yachting group, has set up in the French West Indies. GLS will carry out work, order spare parts, add extra equipment and carry out other checks in Le Marin, Martinique.
GIE Kairos - Mer Concept wins award
On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, the economic interest grouping (EIG) between Kaïros, Roland Jourdain's company, and MerConcept, François Gabart's company, won the environmental prize at the Victoires de la Bretagne awards. The prize was awarded in recognition of the company's decision to support companies involved in ocean racing and the nautical sector in three areas: calculating the impact of current and future solutions, integrating low-impact materials into production processes, and implementing projects.
Change of shareholder at Mecanem - AMPM
The Mecanem Group, known in the yachting sector for its Vendée-based mechanical and machining subsidiary AMPM, which works for major yachting sponsors such as Bénéteau and IMOCA for one-design keels, has reviewed its shareholding structure. The funds Ouest Croissance and Océan Participations are leaving the capital, their shares being taken over by Didier Crespel, the founder, alongside the management teams.
Race for Water embarks with MODX 70
The Race for Water foundation is back at sea, signing a partnership with Ocean Developpement, whose new MODX 70 catamaran equipped with Aeroforce telescopic wings will be its ambassador.
