African boatbuilders urged to rethink traditional manufacturing in innovation drive
Innovation does not always require substantial capital investment or complex new technology. It can begin with better communication between...
South Africa’s marine sector
South Africa’s latest marine news shows that the country is taking its place in the marine sector’s spotlight. It’s a haven for superyachts, host to a dynamic catamaran industry and has companies like Barton Marine making the most of what the market has to offer.
African Boating Conference opens to sold-out event in Cape Town
The African Boating Conference opened to a sold-out event in Cape Town yesterday (20 October 2026), with 232 registrations...
Pesto Sea Group backs African Boating Conference as superyacht potential builds
International yacht agency Pesto Sea Group has backed the African Boating Conference (ABC) 2026, being held in Cape Town...
Fraser joins yacht charter panel at the African Boating Conference
Full-service yacht brokerage house Fraser is joining the African Boating Conference, taking place in October 2026. Fraser’s head of...
US boatbuilder VMG launches with 16-metre trimaran under construction
VMG (Velocity Made Good), a new US-based shipyard focused on high-performance luxury trimarans, has launched. Its first project, the VMG...
FFS returns as sponsor of African Boating Conference 2026
Marine fuels and energy provider FFS is returning as an official sponsor for the African Boating Conference (ABC) 2026, which...
Flexiteek joins African Boating Conference 2026 as official sponsor
Leading synthetic marine decking manufacturer, Flexiteek, is an official sponsor of the African Boating Conference 2026, which takes place...
South Africa’s superyacht servicing: Cape Town’s evolving role in Indian Ocean yachting
MaryAnne Edwards from the African Boating Conference, outlines how Cape Town is shaping the future of Indian Ocean yachting....
African Boating Conference confirms Gulf Craft & Oceanco in speaker lineup
The African Boating Conference (ABC) has confirmed two key high-profile speakers for the event. Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf...
V&A Waterfront reveals plans for $13.5m superyacht marina in Cape Town
The V&A Waterfront in Cape Town has announced a R230m (US$13.5m) investment in a purpose-built superyacht marina. The Quay...
African Boating Conference to return to Cape Town in October 2026
The African Boating Conference 2026 is scheduled to take place in Cape Town on 20 and 21 October. The...
