AIMEX has celebrated 25 years of operation, no mean feat for any organization in today’s...
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*This article has been originally published in French, to address the marina operators in Brittany,...
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Read More »Q & A: What are some of the examples of projects GMBA has been involved in?
We receive questions and queries via our website and social media on a regular basis...
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The demand for affordable, durable and safe workboats in Africa has never been greater. Skye...
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Read More »Interview – Meet the Team | Kai Malmivaara, GMBA – Middle East
You are a lawyer by profession but now mainly work in the Marina sector. How...
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Read More »Maryanne Edwards from Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) speaks with Hillary Buckman – Founder, Managing...
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In developing markets, early adopters to boating are typically the well-heeled. It’s no wonder then...
Read More »Sustainability – the real story | David Lewin, GMBA – United Kingdom
Our world is facing two existential crises at present. The first immediate concern is to...
Read More »Tailwind in the Swedish Boating Market | Björn Ingemanson, GMBA – Sweden
Even though fuel prices are sky-rocketing we have seen an all-time high in the boat...
Read More »In the marina industry, data are the seeds of action! | Jean-Michel Gaigné, CMM, GMBA – France
Monitoring, recording, tracking. Then processing, data analyzing, even driving artificial intelligence… The more information we...
Read More »Supply chain challenges continue….. Key Scandinavian builders are severely affected
Like the rest of our industry, It should not come as a surprise to anyone...
Read More »New Zealand inflation reached 7.3% in the last quarter, a higher-than-expected result. Central banks around...
Read More »GMBA Honoured with British Marine Association Export Award | David Lewin, GMBA-UK
Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) was last night awarded the 2021-2022 David Coleman Excellence in...
Read More »The global leisure marine sector experienced growth during the pandemic, amidst a slowdown in so...
Read More »To ensure GMBA can continue to service clients with quality market information and networks GMBA...
Read More »David Lewin, Global Marina Business Advisors (GMBA) UK, asks if the marine industry is sufficiently...
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Macho and quarrelsome, he was saved by the tales he created in the minds of...
Read More »GMBA Congratulates the 2022 Australian Marine Industry Awards Winners
GMBA Consultant Mary Anne Edwards who was also Chair of Judges for the 2022 Australian...
Read More »Global Marine Export Advisors Appoints Representative in China
To ensure GMBA can continue to service clients with quality market information and networks GMBA...
Read More »Industry focus: will Russia burst the boating boom? | David Lewin, GMBA-UK
David Lewin, Global Marina Business Advisors (GMBA) UK, asks if the marine industry is sufficiently...
Read More »21/03/2022 GMBA held their first face to face meeting at the prestigious Real Club Nautico...
Read More »This prestigious honour was awarded to Majorca based Oscar Siches at the ICOMIA World Marinas...
Read More »Travel, experience, learn and apply (if needed) | Dr Jouko Huju, DBA, GMBA Finland
We saw a lot, we made notes, discussed and the delegation members returned home rich...
Read More »The Nautical Reality in Spain | Oscar Siches CMP, GMBA Spain
The difference between a Stateman and a Politician is that the Stateman sacrifices time and...
Read More »This prestigious honour was awarded to Majorca based Oscar Siches at the ICOMIA World Marinas...
Read More »Read the news but always keep an open mind | Dr Jouko Huju, DBA, GMBA Finland
Media and other information providers play a central role in knowledge gathering processes of the...
Read More »NZ Marine Industry Maintains its Global Position | MaryAnne Edwards, GMBA New Zealand & Australia
This prestigious honour was awarded to Majorca based Oscar Siches at the ICOMIA World Marinas...
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Read More »Business is Booming Down Under but Challenges Exist | MaryAnne Edwards, GMBA New Zealand & Australia
This prestigious honour was awarded to Majorca based Oscar Siches at the ICOMIA World Marinas...
Read More »Marina Industry Sponsorships (Part 2) | Oscar Siches CMP, GMBA Spain
Event sponsorship in the marina sector in serious need of innovation A colleague of mine...
Read More »Letter from Finland November 2021 | Dr Jouko Huju, DBA, GMBA Finland
Who is responsible for being vocal about improving boating related services?
Read More »Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) has grown considerably over the past 2 years having appointed...
Read More »Maritime Heritage – A Singaporean context | YP Loke, GMBA Singapore
In Asia’s relentless march towards economic prosperity and its bid to catch up with the...
Read More »Letter From the United Arab Emirates | Kai Malmivaara, GMBA-Middle East
It may come as a surprise to many that the size of UAE boat park...
Read More »This prestigious honour was awarded to Majorca based Oscar Siches at the ICOMIA World Marinas...
Read More »Customer relations management, especially managing customer knowledge and customer accessibility, can generate new revenue.
Read More »Norwegian Council for Sea Rescue – Zero-Vision Plan | Knut Heiberg Andersen, GMBA – Norway
History shows that Norwegians have enjoyed boating and ocean crossing voyages. We started in the...
Read More »The International Federation of Boat Show Organisers, (IFBSO) represents the world’s leading boat shows and...
Read More »South Africa remains the second largest manufacturer of catamarans worldwide and is an industry leader...
Read More »South African women staying the course, and leading by example | Veda Pretorius, GMBA South Africa
Women have been an integral part of the South African marine sector for many years,...
Read More »Women Play Key Role in the Australian Industry | MaryAnne Edwards, GMBA New Zealand & Australia
Part two – Women in the Australian Industry Whether it be providing yacht insurance or...
Read More »Part three – Women in the Australian Industry Maryanne Edwards GMBA consultant recently interviewed 2...
Read More »Australian Women Play Key Role in the Industry | MaryAnne Edwards, GMBA New Zealand & Australia
PART ONE -Two women making their mark in the Australian Marina Industry Adaptability, persistence, and...
Read More »Women Making Their Mark in the NZ Marine Industry | MaryAnne Edwards, GMBA New Zealand & Australia
In a country where women for many years have been in significant leadership roles in...
Read More »Yacht Charter in Croatia – Post-Covid Time | Boris Miškić, GMBA-Croatia
Boris Miskic, newly appointed GMBA representative in Croatia provides a brief overview of the Croatian...
Read More »Online Now: EXPORT INSIGHTS online seminar series developed by MIN and GMBA
MIN Export Sessions: The third online seminar collaboration between Marine Industry News, Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA) and PSP...
Read More »2021 Brings Positive Results for the Croatia Marine Industry | Boris Miškić, GMBA-Croatia
Boris Miskic, newly appointed GMBA representative in Croatia provides a brief overview of the Croatian...
Read More »Letter from Finland | The Future (of the marine industry) | Dr Jouko Huju, DBA, GMBA Finland
So where do we go from here in terms of building up a sustainable future...
Read More »Letter from Palma de Mallorca, Spain | Oscar Siches CMP, GMBA Spain
Against many odds, the Palma International Boat Show has been a success. The date changes...
Read More »It is sometimes difficult to discern the exact meaning of a certification. Marinas proudly display...
Read More »The Development of Recreational Boating in Sri Lanka | YP Loke, GMBA Singapore
Recently, the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Singapore contacted the Singapore Boating Industry Association...
Read More »A Return to the Good Old Days (For better and worse) | Dr. Thomas J. Dammrich, DBA
The boating industry is on fire. Sales have returned to levels not seen since before...
Read More »Maryanne Edwards, Global Marine Business Advisors, attended the 2021 Australian Superyacht, Marine Export and Commercial...
Read More »Global Exporter Poly Flex Celebrates 40 Years in Business-May 2021
Maryanne Edwards, GMBA consultant talks to Jason Cooper, General Manager of Poly Flex Australia who...
Read More »Marine Industry News is running a series of online seminars, in conjunction with Global Marine Business...
Read More »One of the unfortunate consequences of the almost limitless access to information by the grace...
Read More »Jouko Huju delivers insightful virtual presentation at the China International Boat Show
Jouko Huju of Global Marine Business Advisors (Finland) talks about the Covid situation in the...
Read More »Women In Paradise, God showed a pleasure in creating norms and rules for everything, as...
Read More »Is electric propulsion the future in boating? | Björn Ingemanson, GMBA-Sweden
Is electric propulsion the future in boating? Interview with Johan Inden, Head of Marine Segment...
Read More »Interview with Javier Candela | Oscar Siches CMP, GMBA Spain
Javier Candela Marketing and Commercial Director Marina Estrella Spain WHAT...
Read More »Letter from Finland | A disaster driven business phase | Dr Jouko Huju, DBA, GMBA Finland
“The boating and marine industries need to make more noise about the beauty of being...
Read More »Maryanne Edwards, GMBA, talks to Duthie Lidgard a long-time player in the New Zealand superyacht...
Read More »Australian Superyacht Charter Industry Becoming a Key Focus for Domestic High-End Travelers
Maryanne Edwards, former CEO of AIMEX and Superyacht Australia and now a key consultant within...
Read More »Interview with a New Zealand Marine Industry Personality | Maryanne Edwards
Maryanne Edwards, GMBA Consultant, talks to Clint Jones a New Zealand Marine Industry personality about...
Read More »Electric Sailing Revolution | Kai Malmivaara, GMBA-Middle East
The electric sailing revolution is coming – and though adoption in the marine sector is...
Read More »Do we need to re-think export promotion in the marine industry? | Dr Jouko Huju DBA, GMBA-Finland
Joint export promotion, especially when financially supported by the government, can be a very efficient...
Read More »Letters from Spain | Predicting clients needs and preferences to attract them to yachting
Letters from Spain. – Oscar Siches The right boat for the right user? In his...
Read More »Interview with an Australian Industry Champion- February 2021
Maryanne Edwards, GMBA, talks to an Australian Industry Champion about his thoughts on the current...
Read More »Letter from France | Are Senior citizens the lifeline of our industry?
January is traditionally the most quiet month of the year. Retail shops, small businesses and...
Read More »In mid-2020, the Polish Chamber of Yacht Industry and Water Sports, POLBOAT, conducted a survey...
Read More »The key leaders of Australian and NZ’s marine sectors talk to MaryAnne Edwards GMBA consultant...
Read More »APSA LOOKING TO TAKE STRONGER ROLE IN PROMOTING ASIA – Interview with Nigel Beatty
The Asia Pacific Superyacht Association (APSA) officially established in 2011 reaches its 10 year mark...
Read More »Authors: Dr Jouko Huju DBA, GMBA Finland Dr Thomas Dammrich DBA, GMBA USA Proper customer...
Read More »GMBA brings in significant corporate experience to expand reach and capability
Global Marine Business Advisors, (GMBA) today announced the appointment of Bjorn Ingemanson as the Swedish...
Read More »GMBA market intelligence offers insights to regions around the globe
In a recent export webinar hosted by Finnish export promotion organisation Viexpo and delivered by Global...
Read More »Part 2/3: communication and motivation Communication within the board and with the management Probably the...
Read More »Part 1/3 Benefits of board service for industry members Although there is a tradition of...
Read More »GMBA Market Intelligence Webinar Hits the Mark with Finnish Audience
GMBA is a group of 14 marine industry senior professionals, located across fourteen countries with...
Read More »According to publicly available revenue statistics, the coastal areas of Ostrobothnia between Vaasa and Lohtaja...
Read More »Dr Thom Dammrich of GMBA USA talks about the year boat shows stopped
The first consumer boat show in the world was held over 110 years ago in...
Read More »I would venture to estimate that Finnish export promotion turned 100 last year. The Finnish...
Read More »Thom Dammrich: the growth of boating & how shared boating platforms contribute | PODCAST
Thom has a very senior and unique perspective on the marine and recreational boating world
Read More »Global Marine Business Advisors expands international footprint
GMBA appoints new consultants representing Poland and Turkey
Read More »Article by Jean-Michel Gaigné CMM This is a translation of an article originally published in...
Read More »Insight by Oscar Siches Inputs and inspiration from a paper by IMCI’s CEO Ulrich Heineman...
Read More »Global Marine Business Advisors (GMBA), a group of accomplished marine industry professionals, has officially launched...
Read More »YP Loke, Chairman of Singapore Boating Industry Association, says boat owners need to act responsibly...
Read More »In the third of this four-part series, having discussed the reason to be optimistic about...
Read More »Dr Jouko Huju of GMBA Finland talks about customer relations management in the marine industry.
Read More »Dr Jouko Huju of GMBA Finland talks about open innovation in the marine industry. Henry...
Read More »The importance of retrieving tacit knowledge in the marine industry
Dr Jouko Huju of GMBA Finland talks about the importance of retrieving tacit knowledge in...
Read More »In the second of this four-part series, having discussed the reasons to be optimistic about...
Read More »Key marine industry players from established brands are not sitting idly by during the COVID-19...
Read More »GMBA’s MaryAnne Edwards; Covid-19 implications for the marine industry
IT IS NOT THE MOST INTELLIGENT, NOR THE STRONGEST THAT SURVIVES BUT THE ONE MOST...
Read More »Is Our Concept of the Boat Buyer’s Purchase Journey Limiting Industry Potential?
For years, our industry has conceptualized the consumer’s path to purchase, or purchase journey, as...
Read More »David Lewin of GMBA UK talks about the importance of getting it right first time.
The case for in-depth computer aided design Apart from a brief few years running a...
Read More »Marina development is a risky financial undertaking. This is especially so in developing markets where...
Read More »Challenges are found everywhere it is how you react to them that matters
Written by Mary-Anne Edwards Every country has its challenges within the marine sector and whilst...
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