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Axopar acquires OEM partner in Poland

Finnish Axopar Group has acquired a majority shareholding in Markos Sp. z.o.o. through its newly founded subsidiary AX Composites, with the intention of becoming one of the world’s leading manufacturers of composite technology.                                                                                   Markos, located in Slupsk, Poland, specialises in building componentry for heavy industry as well as the energy, marine and leisure industries and […]

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Interview: Axopar founder on how Axopar boats changed the game

When Axopar launched its first ever model – the Axopar 28 – in 2014, the 28ft outboard powered walkaround with functional, modern lines, a razor-sharp hull and highly competitive price point, blew the socks off the industry. The boatbuilder startup sold a remarkable 200-plus units of its groundbreaking model in the first 18 months (today […]

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Axopar x Agapi Boat Club announces rapid expansion in new global locations

Axopar x Agapi Boat Club says its first joint membership club will be opening in 2024 as it rapidly expands to new locations worldwide. Axopar x Agapi Boat Club offers a membership concept for boating worldwide, with new openings in Spain, France, Italy, Netherlands, Channel Islands, Chile and Mexico in 2024, complementing existing Agapi Boat […]

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boot Düsseldorf 2024 latest: show kicks off with 55,000 visitors over the weekend

Almost 55,000 visitors visited boot Düsseldorf 2024 on Saturday and Sunday to find out about the innovations and new products in the yachting and water sports industry, say organisers. The event runs 20 – 28 January 2024 and has already seen world debuts and new partnerships launch. “The atmosphere in the 16 exhibition halls is […]

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Axopar appoints Hong Kong dealer

Finnish boat builder Axopar has appointed Hong Kong-based dealership Asiamarine as its exclusive dealer in Hong Kong. “This collaboration with Axopar perfectly aligns with our mission to bring the best of the yachting world to our clients in Hong Kong,” says CEO and founder of Asiamarine, Eric Noyel. “It completes and complements our existing quality […]

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Axopar invests 10% in European electric motor developer

Norwegian electric propulsion manufacturer Evoy has raised €6.4 million during a bridge round of funding. Finnish boat builder Axopar, the largest builder in the Scandinavian region, has brought ‘substantial’ capital to secure a 10 per cent stake in Evoy, an extensive dealership network and orders worth over €1m to be delivered in 2023. “It is […]

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Cox diesel outboard showcased on Axopar 37

Cox Powertrain’s Germany-based distributor, Diesel Power, has successfully installed a twin CXO300 diesel outboard configuration on an Axopar 37. The British diesel outboard manufacturer Cox Powertrain has been working closely over the last few months with its Germany-based distributor, Diesel Power, and Axopar’s German dealer, Boote Polch, to commission the twin installation of the 300hp […]