Metstrade hoists new colours

The world’s leading marine equipment trade show, Metstrade, is undergoing a significant rebranding to reflect its evolution from a traditional trade show into a comprehensive global platform for the leisure marine industry. The fresh new logo has a more relaxed font with inviting marine blues.  They have even introduced a new slogan – “Propelling Growth. […]
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Crafting Luxury: Jo Fensham Yacht Upholstery is setting the groundwork to become a Global Player

Last week, I had the privilege of visiting Jo Fensham Yacht Upholstery’s factory in Montague Gardens, Cape Town, where I met with owner and CEO, Tariq Fensham. As Cape Town’s leading soft furnishings manufacturer, they serve an impressive client roster, including prestigious boat builders such as Robertson and Caine, Southern Wind Shipyard, Two Oceans Marine, […]
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Boatbuilding prowess on display at boatica 2024 in Cape Town

The 22nd edition of boatica Cape Town, held from October 25-27, 2024, at the iconic V&A Waterfront, proved to be a popular event.  With 4,086 visitors from 72 local cities and international attendees from eight countries including the USA, France, Netherlands, and Zimbabwe, the three-day event demonstrated Cape Town’s growing influence in the global maritime […]
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South African Architecture Student Wins Prestigious Marine Design Award in Monaco

In a remarkable achievement, South African architecture student Cornelia (Cor) Bosman has won the “Student Winner” category at the prestigious Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous 2024, organised by Monaco Marina Management. This event, now in its fourth year, is a platform that promotes environmentally respectful approaches to yachting and marina design. Monaco Marina Management […]
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Survey reveals Cape Town as viable alternative to Gulf of Aden transit

Cape Town is emerging as a crucial alternative in luxury maritime travel, particularly in light of recent geopolitical challenges. The South African coastal gem is gaining recognition among superyacht captains as a strategic route option in the face of Red Sea conflicts.   The 2024 Superyacht Visitation Survey, commissioned by BlueCape (a non-profit strategic business […]
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