Industry mourns Charlie Dalin, Vendée Globe’s 2025 winner, as death announced
French yachtsman Charlie Dalin, who won the non-stop round-the-world Vendée Globe race last year, has died aged 42 after...
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Obituaries for figures involved in the marine industry and maritime sector. Marine Industry News honours those who have shaped the leisure and commercial marine market.
Thetford announces death of CEO Stéphane Cordeille
Thetford has announced the death of its CEO, Stéphane Cordeille. In a statement issued by the company’s executive leadership...
Industry mourns Viking Yachts co-founder
William “Bill” J. Healey, co-founder of Viking Yachts, has passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Healey died on...
Tributes flow in for America’s Cup legend Peter Lester
The global sailing community is mourning the sudden loss of Peter Lester, veteran of three America’s Cup campaigns, accomplished...
Former London Boat Show manager Richard Gordon dies age 85
Richard Gordon, former exhibition manager and historian of the London International Boat Show at Earls Court, has died following...
Obituary: Heesen Yachts founder Frans Heesen
Heesen Yachts confirms the death of its founder, Frans Heesen, who passed away peacefully on 23 April 2025 in...
Northrop & Johnson yacht broker Paul Daubner dies
Northrop & Johnson has announced the passing of yacht broker Paul Daubner, who died on 12 March following a...
Graham Allen, former Henri-Lloyd CEO, dies age 59
Graham Allen, the former chief executive officer of British outdoor clothing brand Henri-Lloyd, passed away on 8 March 2025,...
Pearl Yachts owner Margaret Whittaker dies, age 76
British boatbuilding company Pearl Yachts has announced the passing of its owner, Margaret Whittaker OBE, who died on Sunday...
Carlo Agliardi, former CEO and president of Fraser Yachts, dies age 74
Yacht brokerage company Fraser Yachts has issued a tribute to former CEO and president Carlo Agliardi, a yacht broker...
GMBA founder Jouko Huju dies after short illness
Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) has announced the passing of Jouko Huju, the association’s founder and chief operating officer,...
