Unlocking Africa’s blue horizon: Marine innovation & opportunity across the continent
Africa’s coastal nations are redefining marine tourism and innovation. This report – anchored by a bullet-point breakdown of key countries – previews the African Boating Conference 2025 and the continent’s rise as the next global marine frontier Across the Southern and Western Indian Ocean, Africa’s coastal nations are charting a bold new course for marine tourism, infrastructure […]
Confirmed Tariffs Threaten South African Marine Exports—But Also Highlight Urgent Need for Global Partnerships
A provisional trade agreement between South Africa and the United States—announced by South African Trade Minister Parks Tau—had aimed to prevent the imposition of steep tariffs on South African exports. However, it has now been confirmed that from August 1, a 30% US tariff has been applied to key exports, including boats, vehicles, and aircraft, […]
Africa – opportunity knocks as continent’s marine industry evolves
Vanessa Davidson, CEO of South Africa marine industry association SABBEX, gives the lowdown on the current marine industry market in Africa, touching on key markets, regulations, marina development, superyachts, crew, and industry challenges The recently announced African Boating Conference (ABC) scheduled for October 21-22 in Cape Town and hosted by the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront,looks set to spotlight […]
Cape Town Hosts Landmark Week for Boating: Industry Conference and Flagship Show Align
The African Boating Conference, the continent’s inaugural industry conference and South Africa’s flagship boat show will run in tandem — a strategic alignment that promises to draw delegates, exhibitors, and stakeholders from across the region and beyond. The boat show, taking place from 24–26 October at the V&A Waterfront, will directly follow the African Boating […]
Africa Takes Center Stage in the Global Marine Economy
The maritime industry is witnessing a transformative moment. A groundbreaking agreement signed between the KwaZulu-Natal Government and Italian marine industry leader NAVIGO International, with Chairperson Katia Balducci in attendance, signals more than just another business partnership—it represents Africa’s emergence as a major player in the global marine economy. A Vision of Maritime Excellence The ambitious […]
Expedition Captain Champions Africa’s Untapped Yachting Potential
The African Boating Conference 21/22 October in Cape Town is gaining momentum with activity in Africa attracting considerable interest from Captains and key stakeholders. “Captains are not just operators — they are gatekeepers. Their recommendations, perceptions of port safety, and regulatory clarity directly shape whether a yacht will berth in Cape Town, cruise to Zanzibar, […]
Ullman Sails Marks 58 Years As They Prepare to Shape Industry Dialogue at the African Boating Conference
As Ullman Sails celebrates 58 years of global innovation in sailmaking, the company is reinforcing its leadership position by supporting and participating in the African Boating Conference, taking place in Cape Town on 21–22 October 2025. To spotlight these developments and champion the African marine industry, Michael England, CEO of Ullman Sails International, will join […]
How alternative models of boat ownership can reverse the downward trend in the boating lifestyle
The traditional model of boat ownership—where individuals purchase, maintain, and store their own vessels—is evolving rapidly. Alternative ownership models, particularly boat clubs and fractional ownership, are emerging as powerful catalysts for growth in the recreational boating sector, making the water more accessible to a broader, diverse audience. Think about it: All the fun, none of […]
Charting Africa’s superyacht future: Why strategy starts with stakeholders
At the African Boating Conference this October, industry leaders will be calling for a pragmatic, inclusive approach to unlock the continent’s untapped potential as a world-class superyacht destination – where local insight, not just ambition, steers the course As the global superyacht industry continues to grow, regions once considered peripheral are now capturing the interest of high-net-worth […]
Boosting Africa’s boating ecosystem
Answering the needs of the boating sector Cape Town is playing host to an exciting new event later this year aimed at building on the potential of the boating sector across the African continent. Scheduled for October, the first ever African Boating Conference is a long overdue addition to the maritime calendar and focuses on […]
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