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Croatia offers five percent VAT
The decks are now cleared and Croatia will become the 28th Member State of the European Union on July 1. Croatia’s entry has been keenly noted by the yachting community…
Program speeds customs in Vancouver
U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Vancouver Airport Authority have launched Automated Passport Control, an entry process that will expedite preclearance inspection for passengers traveling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR)…
IYT courses again being offered in Ft. Lauderdale
Colin Schwegman, owner and instructor of Professional Yachtmaster Training (PYT) in Durban, South Africa, has opened a U.S. location, PYT USA. The first course, celestial navigation, was held in mid…
New developments in marine technology
Device texts where others can’t Maine-based DeLorme, a developer of personal satellite communications and navigation technology, has launched its newest product, inReach SE (Screen Edition), a satellite communication device that…
Golden fleet off to save coral reefs
Capt. Steven Breen will guide the 220-foot M/Y Golden Shadow on its next scientific journey, a four-year expedition to gather and share data on the state of coral reefs worldwide.…
The secret success of non-traded REITs
I have been using non-traded REITs in client portfolios for about three years now. The reason simply is for diversification, which is a must for savvy investors. But, just as…
Marine Industry Cares Foundation raises money for charities
Marine Industry Cares Foundation raised $150,000 for charities with an annual spin-a-thon held in April in Ft. Lauderdale. More than 600 spinners, riders on stationary bikes, and about 400 attendees…
Hood gets certified
Florida-based Elmridge Protection Products has been awarded NIOSH certification for its iEvac Smoke/Fire Hood. The hood can be worn to help an individual safely escape from a fire. The three…
YRM announces two pending patents
Yacht Repairs and Maintenance (YRM) of Ft. Lauderdale has two patents pending for its tender/jetski chocks. The half-moon chock and the full-round chock are made from marine grade aluminum, custom…
E3 Systems expands in US
E3 Systems has opened a Ft. Lauderdale office and appointed David Horacek U.S. vice president for direct sales. Horacek previously worked with Linkscape. “David has extensive experience in communications sales…
