Yachting news from Interparus (08.03.22)

30% all international waters will become nature reserves

Recently, the UN voted for the inclusion of 30% of international waters in nature reserves by 2030. The main idea is to protect waters that are home to endangered species.

Interestingly, it took almost ten years to create a document that would consolidate this initiative. The signing of this agreement could have failed at the last moment - fishing companies had a hand in this.

The creation of reserves in international waters will be gradual. Currently, only 1.2 percent of all the world's international waters are protected. In unprotected waters, people can catch an almost unlimited number of fish and thereby harm the biosphere. The International Union for Conservation of Nature has said that 10% marine species are now on the verge of extinction only because of overfishing. The second important reason for the extinction of species is climate change.

Dr. Robert Blasiak, who studies the ocean and is a scientist at Stockholm University, says the ocean is only a few percent explored so far but is already suffering at the hands of humanity.

The adoption of such a document is only the first serious step in restoring the biodiversity of the oceans. The next step will be serious and in-depth work on building logistics and functioning of protected areas. 

Equally important will be the ratification of the document by the UN member states. Without this ratification, the document is simply powerless. 

Marine Scooters by iAqua at Dubai Boat Show

The list of interesting water toys continues to expand! One of the main manufacturers of such devices - iAqua - presented its new aquascooters at the International Boat Show in Dubai, which took place from 1 to 5 March. current year.

iAqua has 25 years of automotive design and manufacturing experience and has worked with automotive brands such as General Motors, Tesla, Audi, Volkswagen, Nissan, Lamborghini and Bentley.

Now the company has decided to transfer its experience and knowledge to the world of yacht technology. The iAqua team of young engineers and designers has developed one of the most exciting, reliable and fastest aquascooters in the world. 

The show will also feature two of the best-selling iAQUA AquaDart Pro models. The AquaDart Pro 720 Max will be available in three color options as well as the AquaDart Pro 680 Light. These models will be joined by the AquaDart Nano 450 Sport, AquaDart Nano 520 Explorer and AquaDart Nano 620 Max.

The visitors were most interested in the new Nano series of scooters. The reviewers noted the amazing ratio of speed, power and weight, which is "unparalleled among competitors in the market."

By the way, our representative was also at the exhibition and filmed some interesting shots of this aqua scooter. You can see more interesting things from the exhibition in our Telegram channel!

France allocates €23m to marina modernization plan

Just the other day, French Secretary of State for the Maritime Industry Herve Berville announced that the state will allocate 23 million euros (or 24.5 million US dollars) to finance the repair and modernization of a number of marinas and marinas throughout France.

It is noteworthy that the official made this statement during his visit to the marina in Courcelles-sur-Mer, in the north of Normandy. The main goal of the modernization seems to be to bring marinas to new quality standards and encourage marina owners to switch to alternative and renewable energy sources.

The Secretary of State says: “We want to build on what has already been done and move forward - towards an energy transition [to renewable sources] thanks to new projects. In addition, there is always a need for major repairs and modernization of old marinas.”

The state will choose in which marinas the money will be invested through the selection of candidates. Candidates can submit their proposals and marina development plan until April 15, 2023. 

Don't forget to rate the content! You can find other interesting articles on the links below or in the "News" section!

08.03.2023