IMF News Archive
The irish-sea.org interreg programme is continuing to develop a number of actions that will benefit the marine industry in Ireland.
The research into the economic value of the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta has now been completed and further research projects are getting underway. Management training is being undertaken by a number of marine businesses and training for marina oper... [more]
The Irish Marine Federation has submitted a paper on the need for a fully integrated coastal zone management frame work.
The submission outlines the need for a framework that takes full cognisance of the need for sustainable development and should be used when compiling the new Regional Planning Guide Lines for the East coast of Ireland. The submission was made as part... [more]
The Irish Marine Federation has been invited to participate in the steering committee for the organisation of the Liverpool Boat Show.
The Liverpool Boat Show will be an important event for the North West of England and represents an oportunity to promote the Irish Sea as a marine leisure destination... [more]
The South-East Regional Authority is hosting a conference: Sustainable Estuarial Regions. Development of Waterford Estuary.
Ramada Viking Hotel, Waterford City. More details later.... [more]
The Irish Marina Operators Association has been awarded a grant from Failte Ireland to promote marine leisure tourism in Ireland
The grant will enable the production of a new website aimed at providing information for visiting boater together with some advertising and promotion overseas of the marine leisure tourism, opportunities in Ireland... [more]
The Irish Marine Federation has been invited by the Dublin Regional Authority to participate in the formation of an Irish Sea Platform.
The platform will be made up of the stakeholders who have an interest in the various maritime aspects for the development of a maritime spatial plan for the Irish Sea.... [more]
Malahide Marina. October 16th to 18th.
Ever dream of owning a boat? There has never been a better time to buy! Visit the Irish Marine Federation Used Boat Show, Malahide Marina for a display of more than 50 sail boats and powerboats priced to sell. For unbelieveable prices visit the on-li... [more]
New Interreg Programme Launched
irish-sea.org is the name of the new Ireland/Wales Interreg IVA Programme to develop the Irish Sea zone between Ireland and Wales into a centre of excellence for marine leisure activity. The partners in this new programme are; North Wales Watersports... [more]
Book Yourself a Great Holiday on Europeas Least Crowed Waterways
Ever wished you had taken a holiday on the Shannon or Erne? This year you can with great bargains to be had it has never been a better time to captain your own cruiser. Experience the freedom of the rivers and lakes. Over 800 kilometers of navigable ... [more]
Ballinamore Marina. Sunday the 5th of July, 11am to 6pm.
Locaboat Ireland is opening its door to the public and presents its Penichette®’s fleet Come and discover fantastic holidays just at your doorstep. What a nice and comfortable way to discover Leitrim‘s waterways. 30% off for any booking confirmed on... [more]
European and Local Elections
To ensure that Marine Leisure Industry issues are kept to the fore in terms of local and European politics ensure that your local candidate is fully briefed as to what your local marine leisure needs are. Marine Leisure Tourism is worth in excess of ... [more]
Responsibility for the Act Transfered to the Department for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government
The Irish Marine Federation has made representations to Minister Gormley regarding the long awaited review of the Foreshore Act 1933. The Federation has been promised consultation by no less than three Ministers who have previously held the responsib... [more]
Irish Marine Federation Supports the Galway Stop Over.
The Irish Marine Federation is continueing its support for Lets Do It Galway which started at the Allianz Dublin Boat Show. The Federation will have a contact booth, number 8 on the Dock Road, open through-out the Galway Stop Over. The booth has info... [more]
THE IRISH MARINE LEISURE INDUSTRY EVENT OF 2009.
Held only every two years, the RDS show is THE place to meet new and existing customers. Go direct to the Allianz Dublin Boat Show web site Click here for a direct link: http://www.allianzdublinboatshow.com... [more]
BRING YOUR CREW FOR A GREAT DAY OUT!
Full steam ahead for the boat show. Space is filling fast. Why not join with the following companies who have already commited to the 2009 Allianz Dublin Boat Show.B J Marine. MGM Boats, HM Yachts, Portumna Marine, Viking Marine, O'Sullivan's Marine,... [more]
The following is a list of the IMF's current activities. An Up-date will be provided on a monthly basis.
Allianz IMF Boat Show 2009 (Wednesday, February 18th. to Sunday February 22nd) The first round of applications from previous IMF member exhibitors has now been completed and Expo Events report sales in excess of 4,500 sq. metres of space. The 2009... [more]
Chairman Calls for Immediate Reduction to UK Levels
The Irish Marine Federation (IMF) has called on government to immediately reduce the top rate of VAT in order to keep Irish businesses competitive. The IBEC affiliated trade association expressed concern at the implications of the announcement by the... [more]
Submission to the Dublin Bay Task Force from the Irish Marine Federation
Introduction: The Irish Marine Federation is a trade association affiliated to IBEC, the Irish Business and Employers Confederation and represents companies who are primarily involved in the marine leisure industry. Member companies are involved in b... [more]
Dates for your diary
The Dublin Boat Show 2009 will be held in the Royal Dublin Society Simmonscourt Pavilion from February 18th through to February 22nd 2009. To register your expression of interest please contact Expo-Exhibitions on 00 353 1 2908200.... [more]
Submission to the Department of Transport and Maritime Affairs:
Irish Marine Federation, Confederation House, Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2. June 2008 Summary: The Irish Marine Federation is a trade... [more]
Special Offers on Shannon and Erne Cruising Breaks
For that special short Autumn Break on the River Shannon click on to www.boatholidaysireland.com to avail of all the offers available. The Irish Boat Rental Association has been running a radio competition on the Ronan Collins show for the week Augus... [more]
The Irish Marine Federation calls for the immediate introduction of a National Maritime Policy
Ireland, an island nation with over 9,000 kilometres of coastline and almost a 1,000 kilometres of navigable waterways is a country with a vast expanse of coastline and miles of unexploited and underutilised natural resources. Ireland has some of th... [more]
Derogation Ends November 1st 2008
The Department of Finance will issue a press release tomorrow, January 31st., which will provide information on the forthcoming Finance Bill 2007. The Finance Bill 2007 contains the provisions for the ending of the derogation on duty free fuels for l... [more]
Strong Bookings for Exhibit Space
Space is rapidly filling with almost all of the Pavilion now been sold and a waiting list is in operation for marina berths. This event is the official industry show case for the marine leisure sector, run by the industry for the marine leisure indus... [more]
