French equipment companies regroupment Atlantic Cluster set for METSTRADE in Amsterdam

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The figures behind the marine industry in France

In the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region

• 1500 companies => 1st region in number of companies
• the sector generates 20.1% of the overall turnover with 1,073.3 million euros
• 2nd region in terms of jobs with more than 8 000 employees
• 720 km of coastline
• 4 commercial ports, 30 marinas with more than 12000 berths
• The marine industry sector is the second most important sector in the region
• A world reference for multihulls with the most important shipyards in the sector (Neel Trimaran, Nautitech Catamarans, Fountaine Pajot, etc.)
• Leading companies with an international dimension: Amel, Brunswick, Chantier Couach, CNB, Dufour Yachts, Fountaine Pajot, Nanni, RM Yachts, etc.
• Comprehensive know-how recognized throughout the world: ranging from designers to manufacturers, engine manufacturers and equipment manufacturers, including trading, maintenance and services.
• Innovative products: high performance parts made of composite materials, electric propulsion solutions, hydrogen, etc.
• A dynamic ecosystem, a vector of opportunities for companies: an "Atlantic Cluster" enabling synergies to be developed between companies in the marine sector to promote their competitiveness in France and internationally; a research laboratory: Research Center for Architecture and Nautical Industry (Centre de Recherche pour l'architecture et l'Industrie Nautiques, CRAIN); major companies in the refit industry (Bordeaux Super yachts Refit)...
• Professional training in various fields: composites, maintenance, layouts, electricity, carpentry, metalworks, fittings etc.

In France

• A direct economic asset of > 5.3 billion euros in turnover
• 15 million water sports practitioners (4 million regular boaters and 11 million occasional water sports enthusiasts)
• 5,600 companies and 44,000 employees
• 45,010 units produced.
• 570 maritime, river and lake marinas
• France is a world leader in the sailing and board sports sectors.
• The European leader in the maritime and river charter sector
• 4th largest producer of motorboats

The Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, a major player of the marine industry in France

The Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region, being strongly involved in the marine and naval sector, is implementing development and synergetic actions for the territory's participants:

The Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region, through the Atlantic Cluster and with the support of the CCI (chamber of commerce and industry) Internationale Nouvelle-Aquitaine, supports businesses in the territory in METSTRADE, through regional grants. In addition, the government contributes to this export aid with the Export stimulus check, a measure initiated by the state as part of the national economic stimulus plan. This national public aid, France Relance, comes in the form of a Relance Export check to which French SMEs (small and middle-sized companies) and mid-cap companies can claim, members of Team France Export provide these with export support services or approved operators. This system aims to strengthen the strike force of French companies abroad in the context of activity recovery and an increased foreign competition.

The SIRENA programme (International Regional Ecosystem Strategy of Nouvelle-Aquitaine) aims to support businesses, especially those in the nautical sector, regarding their international development activities. This programme also takes on an advisory role, sector diagnostics, market targeting, assistance in the engineering of European projects, regional subsidies for the deployment of the action plan, etc. The Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region is the only region to offer such a tool in France!

Creation of a regional observatory of marine activities initiated by the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region, in connection with the DIRM SA, the Atlantic Cluster participates in the committee dedicated to Boating. This observatory will make it possible to measure the economic weight of the various regional maritime sectors, including that of the nautical sector, and to monitor a certain number of these data and/or indicators over time.

In 2022, the co-construction of the marine and naval roadmap for the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region and the Atlantic Cluster started. The latter being a privileged interlocutor for the region with regards to all that relates to marine and naval activities.

23 Neo-Aquitania Companies in Amsterdam's Metstrade 2023

Focus on the companies

ADV Propulse

ADV Propulse's ambition is to become a key player in the energy and ecological transition of the naval sector.

These privileged markets (yachting, specialized boats, maritime transport, military) are undergoing major changes to reduce their ecological impact.

The qualities of the ADV Propulse solution provide an answer to the problems faced by all the players in the maritime sector, in a context of increasing regulatory pressure.

At ADV PROPULSE, there are 3 market targets in the nautical and maritime transport sector to further stimulate innovation in the maritime world. SMARTSAIL ® and BLUEPULSE® propulsion systems are developed innovative solutions to supply quickly and efficiently sailboat shipyards (monohulls or catamarans) but also manufacturers of RIBs, workboats, people carriers, or river boats.

Website: www.adv-propulse.fr
Jean-Louis Baritiu - +336 80 94 53 15 - Jean-François Zuccaro -

AG+ Spars

AG+ Spars is a reference for the design and the realization of masts and riggings for sailing boats. The professionalism and the adaptability allow the company to accompany each year projects for the launch of production boats with marconi sails, but also traditional, atypical one-offs with cat-boat, houari or ketch rigs.

The know-how of the company is recognized through the boats already equipped: competition sailboats, exceptional neo-classics, delightful day-boats... where the mast and rigging systems enhance aesthetics and performance.

The experience of the company is supported by a team of top level Olympic, match-racing and offshore sailors. The investment given to single-handed racing in the Mini 650, to excellence such as the 470 or to the one-design such as the J/80 are the mirror of the values of performance and reliability that the company is defending.

The company's team is an excellent combination of nautical experts and a production team with an incomparable experience reinforced by an autonomy that characterizes small and medium-sized companies, but with the energy of a large one.

Phone: +335 46 87 20 33 - Jean-François Nevo - CEO -
www.agplus-spars.com

BlueNav

BlueNav is the first French manufacturer of hybrid and electric engines for boats.

Hybridization by BlueNav:
An innovative and ecological solution of electric motorization transforming a boat with thermal engine into a hybrid boat.

2023 has been synonymous with success for the French manufacturer, which returns this year to confirm its position as a major player in electric mobility.

On the occasion of METSTRADE Amsterdam, BlueNav presents its range of BlueSpin electric motors and connected navigation equipment.

The BlueSpin is a hybridization solution for boats with internal combustion engines. It allows to keep simultaneously the advantages of high speed cruising generated by thermal engines and the clean and silent navigation provided by electric motorization. This, without having to modify the essential elements of the boat's structure.

The BlueSpin is available in several power ratings (from 15 to 50 kW) and is available in 3 models to fit all types of boats.

BlueNav has also designed and developed the HMI: a connected Man-Machine Interface that accompanies the pilot in the energy optimization of electric motors (Eco-piloting).

Mathilde Gombeaud - C.O.S - +336 42 52 12 47
www.bluenav.fr

BSG Developments

SailVision: Sail analysis system.
SailVision: Video system with real time image processing connected to a data collection module. Used for real-time and/or post-processing sail and navigation analysis.

SailCom: Electronic sail control form.
SailCom is an electronic assisted sail order form and sail project viewer.

• It makes communication between the customer, the seller and the sailmaker much easier and safer.
• It improves the sales power of the seller.
• It reduces the duration of the design process.

SailCom is primarily used by the vendor to collect all measurements and specifications required to design and build a set of sails.

The automatically generated 3D model can be sent to the end customer and the sail designer.

SailPack: Sail Design Software.
The world's first sail design and production software that optimizes the sail design process.
SailPack is currently used by over 100 sailmakers worldwide.
The extensive use of SailPack by leading groups ensures BSG's long-term existence and continued development.

A solid guarantee for any investment.

BSG Developments, the world leader in sail design solutions.
The main product is SailPack, an advanced sail design solution (design, scanning, analysis, production management, online services).

Software solutions and services for the sailing and sailmaking industry.
World leader in sail design solutions with our SailPack product used by over 350 sailmakers worldwide.

SailPack is the heart of a complete range of applications and services:

• FSI simulation software for sail design and rig optimization...
• Sail analysis system (SailVision tools)
• SailCom, an electronic sail order form and sail design viewer.
• Custom development

Jean-Pierre Sauvage, CEO - , +33 546419688
www.bsgdev.com

Chaineries Limousines

Chaineries Limousines manufactures high resisting chains since 1923. The company indeed answers the needs of different markets such as the industry, fishing, lifting etc... with a range of about 1,500 references of chains. The whole range of chains corresponding to the fishing, mooring and anchoring needs with also a range of duplex stainless-steel chains.

www.chainlim.com/chaines/chaines-maritimes
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Contact: Rémi de La Rochefoucauld - Fishing, Aquaculture, and Yachting products Manager - - +337 50 59 98 54

Egalis, located near Cognac in western France, has been designing and manufacturing paddles since 1962.

It has injection molding machines from 100 to 500 tons, about sixty steel molds and specific machines necessary for the transformation of aluminum tubes.

The pad printing, hot stamping and IML (In Mold Labeling) equipments allow us to offer a real personalization of our products.

SAS EGALIS, 225 Rue des Bois Merrains, ZI des Rentes, 16100 MERPINS, France

Contact:
www.egalis.taheoutdoors.com
Jean-Marie DERAY, Site Manager:
Tel: +33 545 351 818

ENO

ENO has been designing and manufacturing high-performance, durable and repairable cooking appliances in France for over 100 years. As a world leader in the boating industry, ENO stoves have become popular on board sailing and motor boats because of their perfect adaptation to the demands of the marine environment and to market expectations in terms of design.

More recently, ENO has launched a complete range of marinized planchas for the pleasure of boaters who appreciate the comfort of cooking on deck.

In 2022, ENO launched a new range of compact and designer cookers for powerboats from 20 to 50 feet.

Antoine Thomas - CEO:
Tel / +33 (0)5 49 28 60 00
www.eno.fr

ARBOR Group

The ARBOR Group transforms wood, from the forest to the finished product, in order to manufacture plywood panels (technical and decorative) or custom-made products, for the industry, the nautical industry and the building industry.

Major players in the wood processing sector since 2002, Toubois, Allin, Multideck, Placages Déroulés du Gabon, and Leroy Déroulage de Champagne announced in 2020 the creation of the Arbor Group; a group born of a desire to structure itself and assert its know-how and expertise.

Toubois manufactures custom technical and decorative panels, from small to medium series. Allin manufactures classic and technical plywood panels of impeccable quality with sustained volumes.

Annie-Claude Geoffroy Mazin:
Tel / +33 (0)5 49 35 15 82
www.groupe-arbor.com

Incidence Sails

The high-tech sewn by hand. First French sailmaker, Incidence Sails is a reference in offshore racing and with all major shipyards for over 30 years through partnerships based on listening, quality, trust. On its floors, at sea, as well as at the controls of high-tech software, the men and women of Incidence are at your disposal to design the sail you need. The company is also accompanying personal projects.

The sails and membranes are designed and manufactured in France, in a short circuit: 95% of the materials needed to manufacture the sails come from Europe. And a sail that lasts longer, it is as much material saved: quality is at the heart of our designs.

Incidence Sails optimizes our cuttings to limit waste, in parts reused for the design of everyday objects by independent workshops.

Matthias de Christen - CEO:
Phone: + 33 5 46 41 83 52
www.incidence-sails.com

JP3

JP3 designs and manufactures a wide range of rudder and rudder systems, self-aligning rudder bearings, as well as various custom parts for sail and powerboat production yards, the racing world or more specific projects for owner's boats or giga yachts.

The Custom department also develops all types of parts for the boating sector but also for non-boating industries such as film, signage, leisure or luxury.

Olivier Zolli - CEO:
Phone: +33 (0)5 46 35 10 78
www.jp3steering.com

Lecomble & Schmitt

Lecomble & Schmitt was founded in 1947 in the Paris region. At that time, it specialized in the design and manufacture of vacuum pumps and positive displacement pumps with adjustable flow rate for oil and hydrocarbon transfer.

With this experience, Lecomble et Schmitt began the adventure of boating in the early 1980s. Since then, the company has continued to design, manufacture, test and market a range of hydraulic steering systems for pleasure boats and professionals. Our wide range of products allows us to meet the expectations of different market segments:

• Steering systems for outboard motors
• Steering systems for inboard engines
• Power steering
• Groups and assemblies for automatic steering
• Electro-hydraulic steering systems

Since 1998, Lecomble & Schmitt (LS) has been a subsidiary of the Artzainak Industrial Group, also located in the Netherlands. The Artzainak Group is a holding company organized by sectors of activity, offering solutions and innovative products for each of its markets (Aeronautics, Agriculture, Construction, Boating, etc.).

During METS 2023, Lecomble et Schmitt shows its Electro-Synchronized Hydraulic Steering - DHES - for sailing or motor catamarans.

Nathalie Fessier - Export /ADV dpt:
Tel: + 33 5 59 56 24 11
www.ls-france.com

Madintec

Madintec is an innovative company in the field of marine electronics and software development. The company provides new electronic solutions:

• Autopilot,
• Foils controls,
• Electronic steering wheel with force feedback

The products are suitable for both RACES and CRUISING, SAILING and MOTOR boats.

The MADBrain autopilot has been part of the success of many offshore races. These races include the Vendee Globe where Madintec product helped Yannick Bestaven and Charlie Dalin achieve first and second place. Madintecs references: Ultim, IMOCA, Ocean Fifty, class40,...

After conquering the racing market, Madintec is now targeting the yachting market. The company offers simple, reliable and fully automatic electronics. Madintecs references: Marsaudon, Hudson, Mer Concept,...

Matthieu Robert - CEO -
Phone: +33 (0)6 33 21 33 08/ +33 (0)9 72 60 76 43
www.madintec.com

MaxSea

The leading marine navigation software for over 35 years!

After more than 35 years of innovation, TIMEZERO is more than ever an essential technology forged by a unique vision and knowledge of marine navigation. Its development at the cutting edge of technology has been designed to meet the needs of boaters, professionals and sportsmen alike. Maxsea ensures this multi-sectoral emphasis through a close collaboration with professionals and enthusiasts, masters in their respective fields, to test our software against the specific needs of each market.

With over 25,000 installations, TIMEZERO's unique technology is used worldwide. Visualize on a single screen all the key data of your navigation areas and instruments, experience its remarkable ease of use and unprecedented power and discover how to significantly increase your safety and performance.

Contact: Frédéric Algalarrondo:
Phone: +33 (0)6 07 91 44 90
www.mytimezero.com

Nanni

Founded in 1952, Nanni is a marine diesel engine company based in La Teste, New Aquitaine. Thanks to its experience, it is one of the three leaders in the world market of inboard engines.

Nanni uses its expertise to provide integrated and customized marine solutions to best meet all demands thanks to its unique marinization system, the NANNI COMPACT COOLING®.

Nanni offers a range of marine engines from 10 to 2000 hp and a new range of generators from 6 kW to 750 kW among which several new products:

• A range of N4 engines which is expanded with the arrival of two engines of 115 and 140 hp. The N4.115 equipped with an SD15 has been chosen to equip the Lagoon 55.
• The N13 and N16 engine ranges are also being expanded with the N13.900 and the N16.1150 to meet new demands. The N13.900 has been chosen to equip the Canados 631.
• Nanni has also developed the Toyota range with the arrival of the T8V.380 and its Z8 version.

Catherine Dauchy:
Amalia Festa:
Pierre Lompech:
Phone: +33 (0)5 56 22 30 60
www.nannienergy.com

PadXpress

PadXpress is a polishing foam with an integrated tank, which directly attaches polisher or screwdriver.

Ready to use, easy to apply, 4 to 8 times faster than a traditional technique, very economical, Eco-friendly (water-based polish)...

Whether for private individual or a professional, the results obtained instantly in only one pass are seduced.

VALEN Company, manufacturer and distributor, specialized in decontamination, regenerating and polishing of boats.

Benjamin Martineau, Managing Partner:
Phone: +33 (0)614791831
padxpress.fr

Ripack Supplies

With more than 30 years of experience in the world of heat-shrinkable film, Ripack Supplies relies on a unique partnership between the world leader in shrink guns and one of the European leaders in shrink film.

With its wide range of accessories, Ripack Supplies is committed to work for the winterization, containment or protection challenges.

Julien Marigot:
Phone: + 33 5 56 34 35 18
www.ripack-supplies.com - www.sefmat.com

Sailonet

Sailonet, manufactures sails and sail accessories for all types of boats and all types of navigation.

The products are distinguished by the quality of their manufacture and the choice of the materials which compose them. The transmission of technical elements is done quickly on simple dimension sheets to be completed and sent by email. The fluidity´ and accessibility´ unique of the website, allows to quickly order the products available for more than 7000 boats.

Experienced teams design and produce the sails, Lazybags, covers... The sales department is in charge of satisfying each customer, whatever his situation. Our products at very interesting prices are shipped to all continents.

For 15 years already, many professionals of sailmakers and renters trust Sailonet!

Jean-François Cruette:
Phone: + 33 5 46 30 78 71
www.sailonet.com

Seacork

Seacork deck, the best choice for boat decks. Aegir Cork Group has been the manufacturer of Seacork® for over 20 years. It is the environmentally friendly solution for boat decks. An environmentally friendly, non-slip, lightweight boat deck material with excellent inherent strength, acoustic and thermal insulation properties. Its natural appearance and versatility make Seacork® the perfect choice for any type of vessel.

Seacork® Hull, sprayed cork is an innovative environmentally friendly product with natural cork, water-based resins, water and vegetable oils. Eliminates condensation and adheres to all materials.

The cork product is designed to be sprayed directly onto the inner hulls of boats, yachts, ships and racing boats around the world. In this industry, this innovative product is applied to the hull, living spaces and various compartments of the vessel to stop condensation and insulate against both temperature extremes and noise. It is very effective against engine room noise vibrations.

Contact: Dominique Radier:
Phone: + 33 5 58 52 32 01
www.seacork.com

The Soromap

The Soromap group has been a key player in the nautical industry for 50 years. Grouped in 4 production sites, it has equipped itself with the most efficient tools to be one of the recognized leaders of the sector.

The Soromap Group is present on various markets in France and abroad: Paints and maintenance products for pleasure boats, Varnishes, lacquers, related materials for furniture and industry, Masts and rigging for sailing boats from 20 to 82 feet, Sailing fabrics, fittings, laser cutting and technical fabrics.

Gregory Florin CEO:
Phone: +33 (0)5 46 88 36 00
www.vmgsoromap.com

Sparcraft

Sparcraft has been associated with engineering excellence and quality in the marine industry since 1962, specializing in the design and manufacture of the highest quality masts, booms and rigging systems.

Sparcraft has extensive production capabilities, with integrated design and manufacturing processes, three production facilities (France and USA) and dedicated teams. The company also has an extensive marketing network.

Sparcraft products are chosen with confidence all over the world and by the largest construction sites and rental companies, especially for large aluminium masts. Since 2013, Sparcraft belongs to the Wichard Group and collaborates with Lorima in the development of carbon projects.

www.sparcraft.fr

Tecmar

The Fox® by Tecmar (registered trademark) anchor is made of galvanized steel, which makes it very durable. It is guaranteed for 5 years. Its size is minimal and its safety maximum!

Very simple in design but very resistant, it adapts to all types of boats (RIBs, motorboats, sailboats....).

So, like many boatyards and rental companies in Europe, choose a FOX® anchor and an anchor by Tecmar!

• The Fox anchor is available from 6 to 25kg for boats up to 40 feet.
• FOX galvanized steel anchor 6 kg, 8Kg, 10Kg, 12Kg, 14Kg, 16Kg, 20Kg, 25 Kg
• Anchor line with FOX anchor 10 kg, 12Kg, 14Kg, 16Kg

Martin Lambot, Purchase & Export Manager:
Phone: +33 (0)546 505 046
www.tecmar.fr/915-ancres-fox

Z Spars

Technology at the service of innovation

Z Spars is one of the world's leading boat mast manufacturers, located in La Rochelle (17), France. With 5 production plants in France, the United Kingdom and the United States, Z Spars originally equipped the sailboats of the largest yachting groups as well as smaller shipyards with quality, reliable and robust products.

Z Spars is the only manufacturer to have two 5-axis CNC machines and a 20-meter long anodizing structure on the same site.

Z Spars also has a 40 m painting cabin and a 30 m autoclave oven for the manufacture of carbon mats on the Marechal site in Marans (17).

Armelle Sibe Devanneaux:
Phone: +33 (0)5 46 44 20 88
www.z-spars.com

Watt&Sea

Watt&Sea manufactures the last generation of hydrogenators: a key system to produce energy offshore. Respectful of the environment, the hydrogenerators offer the best solution for cruising or racing with freedom and safety.

The expertise:

• Design and manufacturing of hydrogenerators (water turbines) for cruising and racing sailboats.
• Hydrogenerator invisible version: the POD to be fitted straight under the hull!
• Development and adaptation of hydrogenerators to produce power in isolated areas, at sea or on waterways

Safety, comfort and respect of the environment
Designed in 2008 and continually improved since, the Watt&Sea hydrogenerators have radically changed the energy management on board. They allow nothing less than the total autonomy of sailing boats!

Validated on all seas around the globe, they are the most powerful, reliable and the lightest available on the market.

They provide an excellent output allowing sailing with positive energy while reducing the ecological impact on the planet and dependence on fossil fuels.

Watt&Sea hydrogenerators have been adopted by almost all the sailors in the 2020-2021 Vendée Globe!

Contact: Sabrina Huet
www.wattandsea.com