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SABBEX says US tariffs would hurt both SA and US due to sector interdependence

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South Africa’s boat building industry is heavily reliant on US components

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SABBEX says US tariffs would hurt both SA and US due to sector interdependence
South Africa's boat building industry is heavily reliant on US components
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July 16, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Victoria & Alfred Waterfront appoints new CEO

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Graham Wood replaces David Green as head of South Africa’s premier marina

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Victoria & Alfred Waterfront appoints new CEO
Graham Wood replaces David Green as head of South Africa's premier marina
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January 9, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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Boost for South African marina and boating development

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Master plan commissioned to look at ways of harnessing the blue economy

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Boost for South African marina and boating development
Master plan commissioned to look at ways of harnessing the blue economy
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March 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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African Boating Conference confirms first speakers and sponsors for 2026

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Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft...

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African Boating Conference confirms first speakers and sponsors for 2026
Erwin Bamps, CEO of Gulf Craft, and Paris Baloumis of Oeanco to share industry insights
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April 15, 2026 at 7:02 AM
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Tag Yachts fraud case back in court in South Africa

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The builder is accused of defrauding customers in a failed boatbuilding venture

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Tag Yachts fraud case back in court in South Africa
The builder is accused of defrauding customers in a failed boatbuilding venture
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June 3, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Leadership shake-up at North Sails Cape Town as CEO retires

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South African sailmaking loft makes way for new management team

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Leadership shake-up at North Sails Cape Town as CEO retires
South African sailmaking loft makes way for new management team
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April 20, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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HopYacht marks milestone with launch of tenth HopYacht 30 catamaran

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Cape Town-based builder continues production ramp-up..

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HopYacht marks milestone with launch of tenth HopYacht 30 catamaran
Cape Town-based builder continues production ramp-up of its all-electric pocket cruising catamaran, with Hull No. 10 featuring updated leisure-focused design refinements
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June 12, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Cape 26 sports boat completes sea trials as SA builder begins export push

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Cape 26 sports boat completes sea trials as SA builder begins export push
Cape Performance Sailing has successfully tested its new Mark Mills-designed Cape 26, with Italian distributor Negrinautica appointed to lead European sales
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August 27, 2026 at 7:02 AM
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US ambassador backs South African boat building during Robertson & Caine tour

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US ambassador backs South African boat building during Robertson & Caine tour
Brent Bozell praises Robertson & Caine during Cape Town visit highlighting bilateral marine trade
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August 10, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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Gemini Marine reports milestone four-tender superyacht contract

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The package features four tenders..

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Gemini Marine reports milestone four-tender superyacht contract
The package features four tenders, each designed for specific onboard roles
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April 15, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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OSASA reports further growth in South African cruiser visits

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The Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa...

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OSASA reports further growth in South African cruiser visits
The Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa registered 140 vessels in six months, boosted by improved coastal infrastructure
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April 13, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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SA composites distributor warns of potential disruption due to Middle East conflict

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SA composites distributor warns of potential disruption due to Middle East conflict
Aerontec, a key supplier to the local marine manufacturing sector, has issued a customer update highlighting challenges ahead
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March 30, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Durban, Navigo consolidate £85.5m superyacht investment plan

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South Africa’s eThekwini Municipality presented..

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Durban, Navigo consolidate £85.5m superyacht investment plan
South Africa's eThekwini Municipality presented an LOI to Navigo at YARE in Italy
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March 27, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Voyage Yachts eyes private cruising segment with 510 Owners Version

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SA builder charts new course as it looks..

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Voyage Yachts eyes private cruising segment with 510 Owners Version
SA builder charts new course as it looks to grow in private as well as charter sector
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March 6, 2026 at 1:02 PM
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Sparcraft to supply critical components for next-gen Clipper racing fleet

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The South African mast producer will design and manufacture..

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Sparcraft to supply critical components for next-gen Clipper racing fleet
The South African mast producer will design and manufacture custom one-design spar packages for Clipper's fourth-generation fleet
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February 24, 2026 at 4:04 PM
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SA mulls trade deal with China amid ongoing tariff uncertainty

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SA mulls trade deal with China amid ongoing tariff uncertainty
A new South Africa-China trade deal offers a bright spot amid concerns over the impact of US tariffs on South African boat exports
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February 23, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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African Boating Conference confirmed for Cape Town in October

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 Last year’s ABC made history as Africa’s first..

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African Boating Conference confirmed for Cape Town in October
Last year's ABC made history as Africa's first, uniting diverse boating stakeholders
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February 13, 2026 at 11:04 AM
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SABBEX welcomes AGOA extension, but reciprocal tariffs remain in force

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African Growth and Opportunity Act renewed until..

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SABBEX welcomes AGOA extension, but reciprocal tariffs remain in force
African Growth and Opportunity Act renewed until December 31
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February 9, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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Cape Town Superyacht Training Academy sold

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SA tertiary education company acquires SYTA amid growing demand for superyacht crew

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Cape Town Superyacht Training Academy sold
SA tertiary education company acquires SYTA amid growing demand for superyacht crew
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February 5, 2026 at 10:02 AM
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Africa Superyacht Working Group to commission major sector study

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The first detailed economic impact study of the African superyacht sector..

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Africa Superyacht Working Group to commission major sector study
The first detailed economic impact study of the African superyacht sector will be completed this year and presented at the African Boating Conference in October. The impact study is currently being commissioned by the newly-established Africa Superyacht Working Group as part of its Superyacht Action Plan. "We want to get ...
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February 2, 2026 at 9:03 AM
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South Africa not expecting additional tariff despite latest threat

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Government responds to US threats ..

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South Africa not expecting additional tariff despite latest threat
Government responds to US threats of punitive actions against countries trading with Iran
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January 19, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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New SA yard to launch first blue-water catamaran in first quarter

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Onyx Marine’s new flagship is a budget-friendly vessel built for offshore..

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New SA yard to launch first blue-water catamaran in first quarter
Onyx Marine's new flagship is a budget-friendly vessel built for offshore performance
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January 12, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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‘Mystery’ yacht with two deceased sailors aboard now under tow

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The bodies of an Australian woman and French man..

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‘Mystery’ yacht with two deceased sailors aboard now under tow
The bodies of an Australian woman and French man were discovered earlier this week aboard the 50ft Acteon
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December 8, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Southern Wind launches new SW108 under moonlight in Cape Town

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Kalantis was christened at night with the new owner’s representative in attendance

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Southern Wind launches new SW108 under moonlight in Cape Town
Kalantis was christened at night with the new owner's representative in attendance
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December 2, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Evolution Marine enters high-performance sector with new strategic partnership

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Evolution Marine enters high-performance sector with new strategic partnership
The South African yard is working on a next-gen 40ft offshore foiling racer
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December 1, 2025 at 3:02 PM