Beneteau to launch redesigned Gran Turismo range
Beneteau has announced plans to update its Gran Turismo range with a new generation of ‘crossover express cruisers,’ which...
France’s marine industry
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New Paris Boat Show to be held in November 2025
The French Nautical Industries Federation (FIN) has announced the launch of a new Paris-based boat show at its annual...
New sustainability-focused boat show to debut on French Riviera in 2026
A new boat show has been confirmed for the French city of Nice, focused on sustainability and innovation in...
Three superyacht marinas in the South of France join the SEA Index
The Superyacht Eco Association (SEA) Index has revealed that Port Vauban, Port Gallice, and the Vieux Port of Golfe...
Groupe Beneteau results: ‘very solid financial position’
“Groupe Beneteau’s teams once again showed their outstanding ability to adapt, faced with the significant changes on the boat...
Cruising Association to host free webinar on Orca encounters this week
The Cruising Association (CA) in the UK will be hosting its fifth evening with its Regulatory & Technical Services...
Kylian Mbappé invests in France SailGP team
Coalition Capital, owned by French football superstar Kylian Mbappé, is investing in the France SailGP Team. Mbappé’s Inspired by KM (IBKM) association will...
Groupe Beneteau introduces ‘closed loop’ process to decrease impact of boatbuilding
An alliance of six global industry leaders, including Groupe Beneteau, has collaborated to introduce a new ‘circular economy’ model...
Superyacht refit firm MB92’s Golfe-Juan facility begins operations
Superyacht refit and repair group MB92 has launched operations at its new Golfe-Juan facility, completing its first haul out....
AkzoNobel to cut French workforce despite €22m investment
The paint and coatings manufacturer AkzoNobel has outlined a plan that includes a €22m investment to position its Montataire site...
Privilège Marine appoints CEO
Catamaran builder Privilège Marine has appointed Pascal Heems as CEO with immediate effect, replacing Gildas Le Masson. Heems will...
