• News
  • Yachts
  • Owners essentials
  • Watches
  • Marinas
  • Boat Shows
  • Studio
  • About Us
  • Contact
Facebook-f Instagram Youtube
CONTACT US
  • News
  • Yachts
  • Owners essentials
  • Watches
  • Marinas
  • Boat Shows
  • Studio
  • About Us
November 19, 2018 News

First day comes to a close for Amsterdam’s Metstrade Show

The opening day for the METSTRADE Show (Marine Equipment Trade Show) – the most important international show in the world for those operating in the field of leisure boating components […]

The opening day for the METSTRADE Show (Marine Equipment Trade Show) – the most important international show in the world for those operating in the field of leisure boating components and accessories -, taking place in Amsterdam until 15th November.

Opening the traditional Breakfast Briefing, with a focus on the importance of innovation in product development and production transformation, was the President of ICOMIA (the International Council of Marine Industry Associations) and Vice President of UCINA (the Italian Marine Industry Association), Andrea Razeto, who illustrated the market data contained in the ICOMIA Statistics Book.

This was followed by jury president Birgit Schnaase handing the 2018 DAME Award to Triskel Marine Integrel. A distinctly impressive number of Italian businesses also received special mention, demonstrating the leading role upheld by the Italian leisure boating industry on the world stage.

On the same day, the 70 Italian businesses taking part in the delegation organised by the Italian Trade Agency with the support of UCINA, on display in the Italian Pavilion and in the SuperYacht Pavilion, were treated with an official visit from the Italian Embassy to The Hague, represented by Silvia Principi-Trade Office.

Silvia Principi, accompanied by Fabrizio Di Clemente, Director of the Brussels branch of the Italian Trade Agency, was welcomed by the President of UCINA, Carla Demaria alongside Marina Stella, Director General, who underlined the importance of UCINA and the Italian Trade Agency’s cooperation in view of promoting the Made in Italy brand overseas.

The day came to an end at the National Maritime Museum di Amsterdam, where the 2018 edition of the Boat Builder Awards took place, organised by the magazine IBI and by Metstrade. The Boat Builder Awards, now having reached their fourth edition, recognise individual and team achievements within boat building businesses in ten different categories, each focused on a particular business area.

For the second year running, UCINA, the Italian Marine Industry Association, has sponsored the Environmental Initiative award. This year’s winner was Barbara Amerio from Amer Yachts with the Amer 94: the sustainable superyacht. “I am honoured to be able to award this prize to an Italian company” – stated Carla Demaria – “this just goes to show, yet again, the value and excellence of our Country’s leisure boating scene”.

“Right from the start, the Amer 94 was built with the goal of minimising its impact on the environment” – explained Barbara Amerio – “this is why we are so pleased to have earned such a significant acknowledgement for what we have accomplished”. Among the superyacht’s key characteristics, along with the motorisation choice (the first yacht to run on two Volvo Penta IPS 1350 motors), are the variable speed generators, the use of cork instead of teak for the deck and a particular adhesive film instead of the traditional antifouling paint which, by lasting 4-5 years, means avoiding annual treatment costs.

Other Boat Builder Awards 2018 winners included: Princess Yacht, Brig, Hanse Group, Prestige and Sunskeer for their collaboration with Lewmar, Ferretti Group, Galeon, NZ Marine, Dan Blox and Absolute Yachts.

Metstrade
Previous Post
Next Post

Leave A Comment Cancel

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Close

Recent Posts

November 19, 2018
First day comes to a close for Amsterdam’s Metstrade Show
Tags
Al Habtoor Astondoa Award awards Barcelona Benetti Bentley Bentley Motors Boats boat show Cannes Davidoff Delhaye Gregory Group Dubai ferreti fort lauderdale International boat show Galactica Super Nova Kiton Luminor 1950 Luminor 1950 3 days Acciaio Luxury Marinas Marine monaco Monaco Yacht Show MYBA MYS 2016 news Numarine owners essential Panerai Panerai Boutique Porto Porto Montenegro Radiomir 1940 Radiomir Firenze 3Days Acciaio Sunreef Super Yacht TYHA Award 2017 Volvo Volvo Penta watches Yacht Club Yachting Festival Yachts
Categories
  • Magazine
  • News
  • Yachts
  • Owners essentials
  • Watches
  • Marinas
  • Boats shows
  • Studio
  • Features
  • Uncategorized

Related Posts

June 24, 2025 News
PERSHING TURNS FORTY:AN INCREDIBLE JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY, INNOVATION AND REVOLUTIONARY MODELS
Pershing celebrates forty years of history and passion for the sea. It’s an anniversary that bears witness to the evolution of a brand with a revolutionary impact on the yachting […]
Read more
June 23, 2025 News
PICTURE PERFECT DAY FOR PICTURE PERFECT SAILING! DAY 2 OF THE ARGENTARIO SAILING WEEK 2025
The weather kept its promise for a beautiful Day 2 of the 24th Argentario Sailing Week, organised by the Yacht Club Santo Stefano with the support of the Municipality of […]
Read more
June 18, 2025 News
ALEXANDER MCDIARMID DESIGN GHOST YACHTS G212
“Alexander McDiarmid’s brilliance shines again in the Ghost Yachts G212, seamlessly blending the G180X’s lean, mean and clean ethos with cutting-edge technology and intricate design. Its aluminium hull and superstructure […]
Read more
June 18, 2025 News
RINA ACQUIRES FINNISH FORESHIP AND CONSOLIDATES IT’S POSITION IN NAVAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY
RINA, a multinational engineering, inspection and certification consultancy group, has acquired the entire share capital of Foreship, a Finnish marine and mechanical engineering consultancy company owned by Vaaka Partners and […]
Read more
June 18, 2025 News
48TH EDITION OF CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL: OPENING OF THE TICKETING
The Cannes Yachting Festival, the inaugural event of the sailing season and Europe’s largest in-water boat show, will open its doors from 9 to 14 September 2025. The ticket office […]
Read more
June 18, 2025 News
AMELS 80 READY FOR A SEA TRIALS
Damen Yachting is delighted to announce the commencement of sea trials for the first Amels 80, an important phase in the journey towards delivery scheduled for this summer. This milestone […]
Read more
June 17, 2025 News
WATER REVOLUTION FOUNDATION LAUNCHES YACHTING’S ROADMAP 2050
Sanlorenzo hosted the third edition of Water Revolution’s Business Leaders Event in Lerici – Italy. CEOs of top 60 industry leading companies were brought together to collectively discuss the adoption […]
Read more
June 17, 2025 News
SUNREEF YACHTS ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH OCEAN INDEPENDENCE IN NEW ZEALAND
Sunreef Yachts is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with Ocean Independence Auckland, further strengthening the shipyard’s presence in New Zealand’s dynamic yachting market. Ocean Independence Auckland will now represent Sunreef […]
Read more
June 16, 2025 News
FLEXPLORER 146 NASIBA LAUNCHED
Cantiere delle Marche proudly announces the launch of Nasiba, the third unit of the successful Flexplorer 146 series. Built for young adventurous Owners, Nasiba reflects the core spirit of the […]
Read more
June 16, 2025 News
OCEANCO LAUNCHES 111M Y726
Oceanco is excited to announce the launch of Y726 a milestone project that reflects the teamwork behind her creation. Commissioned in 2022 by an experienced and returning Oceanco client, Y726 […]
Read more

The World of Yachts

  • LATEST NEWS
  • YACHTS
  • OWNERS ESSENTIALS
  • WATCHES
  • MARINAS
  • BOAT SHOWS
  • STUDIOS
UK Office
  • The World of Yachts & Boats Ltd
  • Suite 200a, Cumberland House, 80 Scrubs Lane,
    London NW10 6RF, UK
  • +44 208 9699505
UAE Office
  • Gulf Marine Services
  • Office 1302, Al Ameri Tower, Al Barsha Heights
    P.O. 337066, Dubai, UAE
  • +971 4 3639474
Subscribe to get the latest deals!

    Facebook-f Instagram Youtube

    COPYRIGHT © 2025 – THE WORLD OF YACHTS & BOATS

    Welcome Back!
    Create Free Account

    It's free. No subscription required

    or
    Lost your password?