SUPERYACHT LEADERS VOW TO REDUCE INDUSTRY’S CARBON FOOTPRINT
Some of the biggest names in the superyacht industry have vowed to reduce their carbon footprint in support of the non-profit organisation, Water Revolution Foundation.
So far Benetti, Feadship, Heesen, Lürssen, Abeking & Rasmussen, Alexseal, Amels and Damen, MB92 and Rybovich have signed up to help reduce the carbon footprint of the superyacht industry.
Superyacht leaders vow to reduce industry’s carbon footprint The arrangement means the yachting companies
have made a promise to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. They will also make financial donations to help protect the future of the superyacht industry by ensuring it is more sustainable.
The pledge coincides with the objective set by the International Maritime Organization: to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2050 from 2008’s levels.
Robert van Tol, Water Revolution Foundation executive, commented, “Sustainability is something we can no longer view as optional. But, more importantly, our industry is well positioned to take the lead with a smart and affluent clientele and our unique connection with the ocean.”
“Our foundation is open to all industry companies. Sustainability is not a competitive advantage; it is a responsibility, a minimum standard that we need to continuously improve upon collectively,” he added.
Water Revolution Foundation was set up with strong links to the superyacht industry and is led by a board of key industry figures, including Henk de Vries from Feadship, Peter Lürssen, Wayne Huizenga III from Rybovich and Philippe Briand.
METSTRADE SET TO GET BIGGER STILL IN 2019
The expansion of the METSTRADE trade show is set to continue say the organisers with almost 1,500 companies signed up including newcomers Suzuki, Nuova Protex, NOCO and Nautinov.
The SuperYacht Pavilion, which was extended to three halls last year, has sold out and will host 334 exhibitors including first time participants, Inmarsat, Vedder, Pianeta Gemme and LuminellWhile.
Away from the SuperYacht Pavilion, space has been created on the METSTRADE floor for the 2019 event by removing and combining some show items and areas. In recognition of the success of the MaterialDistrict Pop- up and to enable growth for the Construction Material Pavilion, the MaterialDistrict will move to a new area.
The extra room in the Construction Material Pavilion has given an opportunity for new exhibitors to join, with Fibertech, AVEL Robotics, Fixtech, and Solico being among those to already sign up. Finally, the organisers’ office, press office and VIP room will merge to maximise the effectiveness of each.
METSTRADE 2019 is free to attend and you need to register in advance and will be held on 19 – 21 November in Amsterdam.
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