New yacht, new electronics, new distributors, new board members
by Peter Rendle 2 May 2019 22:00 UTC
Starboard Quarter - Sun Loft 47 © Jeanneau
We start with a new yacht from Europe in this week's newsletter. Two years ago, at the Sydney Boat Show, Jeanneau outlined their views on the future of yacht charter and yacht share. They have now stepped forward as the first boat builder to develop an innovative concept that meets the demands of the sharing economy with the launch of the SUN LOFT 47.
Developed to take advantage of evolving trends, the SUN LOFT 47 is designed first and foremost to be chartered by berth. It directly responds to the needs identified by their long-time charter customers, and, in particular, Dream Yacht Charter. "The Sun Loft 47 is an original, versatile sailboat designed to offer 'easy and comfortable' living spaces to a young and more urban clientele who are ready to experience a vacation aboard a boat at a reasonable price," comments Loic Bonnet, Executive Director of Dream Yacht Charter.
From Raymarine, the new LightHouse Annapolis 3.9 operating system unlocks exciting new features and functionality for Raymarine MFDs. Home to thousands of boaters, steeped in rich maritime tradition and a magnet for generations of sailors, powerboaters and fishermen, the coastal city of Annapolis is the inspiration behind the name of Raymarine's latest LightHouse operating system update. Beginning with LightHouse 3.9, Raymarine is adopting alphabetical names for LightHouse OS updates that pay homage to the great boating destinations of the world. Whether you sail, fish or cruise, LightHouse 3 Annapolis unlocks powerful new features and functionality in your Raymarine Multifunction display. As with every Raymarine LightHouse operating system update, downloads are free and easy at www.raymarine.com/multifunction-displays/lighthouse3
Where would we be without entertainment on board? Fusion®, a worldwide leader in marine audio entertainment, continues to build on the innovation and successes of the award-winning Apollo Series. The new Apollo RA670 will deliver powerful technology to a wider market in a new premium form factor. The Fusion RA670 has all the bells and whistles of the Apollo Series in an all new compact form factor. Featuring an optically bonded, full-colour LCD display, Fusion's Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology, Fusion-Link integration and control, multi-zone control in up to three audio zones and PartyBus capabilities when connected to a Wi-Fi or Apollo network; the RA670 is a powerful extension of the Apollo Series.
People are key to the industry and Princess Yachts has announced a new venture in Australia for the distribution of its world class range of motor yachts. Princess will be joining forces with a familiar face from the Australian boating community, Greg Haines, who became the official distributor for Princess Yachts in Australia at the beginning of April 2019. Greg brings a wealth of maritime experience to the partnership and has worked with yacht builders both locally in Australia and internationally, whilst still having an active interest in the family business. The Haines Group build Signature, Seafarer and Tournament trailer boats and they are also the Australian distributor for Suzuki outboards.
Aimex, the organisation that promotes Australian marine products overseas, has announced the inclusion of two new Directors to the established and experienced board. Kane Bygrave is Director of Aurora Global Logisticsm, and Steve Fisher is Director of International Business at Rivergate Marina and Shipyard. Richard Chapman, President of AIMEX, said, "the addition of these two very experienced industry members to our board reinforces our commitment to the marine industry. The industry needs strong voices and quality information on which to base business decisions. Experienced industry leaders such as Kane and Steve along with our other established directors provides AIMEX with outstanding guidance to achieve the best possible outcomes for the marine export, superyacht and commercial marine industries."
Ocean Alliance welcomes new Charter Broker, Rose Jolis-Fox. Rose joins the growing team as Charter Experience Broker. Based in the US, West Coast, her global experience as Charter Broker is a welcome addition. "Representation in the US & Europe is a key strategy for the company and will allow stronger serviceability to our global clients," says Joachim Howard, Managing Director.
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Peter Rendle peter.rendle@marinebuisnessworld.com