Dubliner Gerry Salmon, a yacht broker at MGM Boats in Dun Laoghaire Harbour, has been elected as the new Chairman of the Irish Marine Federation. The announcement was made at the national marine trade body board meeting held at Boot Dusseldorf in Germany on Tuesday. Salmon expressed his delight and honour upon accepting the chairmanship role and immediately set to work furthering Irish trade interests at the world's largest indoor boat show.
The Irish Marine Federation represents both commercial and leisure sectors of the marine industry in Ireland. Salmon takes over the position from Johnathan Moneley of Carlingford Marina in County Lough.
European Boating Industry
During the pre-election campaign, Salmon promised to join the European Boating Industry (EBI), and he fulfilled his promise by joining the inaugural General Assembly of 2024 at boot Düsseldorf. The assembly provided a platform for networking and deliberation on the primary challenges and opportunities for EBI in its mission to bolster the industry. Salmon also met with the CEO of the British Marine Federation, Lesley Robinson OBE, to discuss plans of mutual interest.
Irish Marine Federation Gerry Salmon meets CEO of the British Marine Federation, Lesley Robinson OBE at boot Düsseldorf 2024
Various pivotal decisions were taken during the EBI assembly, including the unanimous approval of two new full members and one sustaining member. The Latvian Cruising Association, dedicated to the boating sector in Latvia, and the Irish Marine Federation joined as full members.
Robert Marx commented, “As President of EBI, I warmly welcome the Irish Marine Federation. Together, we can drive positive change, ensuring a thriving future for the European boating industry."
IMF AGM for April 8th
Salmon has called an Annual General Meeting for Monday, April the 8th, at 12:00 noon in Dun Laoghaire Harbour. During the meeting, he will set out the strategy and goals for the Irish industry. The EBI now proudly represents a total of 25 members spanning 19 European countries.
