About Barrow International
Here at Barrow International we are dedicated to the distribution of marine products to new markets throughout Europe and the rest of the world. The business is owned and managed by David Barrow, a well known and respected name in the marine industry.
For twenty years David Barrow was a Director of Sparcraft, the world leader in the grand-prix yacht mast market with an annual turnover in excess of £5.5 million. David later became a Director of Ancasta Boat Sales, which has an annual turnover in excess of £9 million. Since then David has concentrated on Barrow International business along will holding some senior posts within marine industry bodies. David is currently the Chairman of the British Marine Federation's (BMF) International Development Committee.
Marketing
Barrow International offer marketing assistance to its clients and the distribution networks the organisations sets up. This assistance utilises Barrow International’s database, which is acknowledged by industry professionals as being one of the best in the market as well as providing access to many leading company personnel in mainstream industry.
Consultancy
Barrow International has been engaged to carry out consultancy projects in the following areas:
Global Market Reviews
Research Projects
Feasibility Studies
European Counsel for Home Port Marine Marketing, a US product development and promotion consultancy
Barrow International has been employed as consultants to The Cowes Yacht Haven to advise on the management of high season events such Cowes Week and Admirals Cup.
DTI
The Department of Trade and Industry contracted Barrow International to research the distribution arrangements available to the British Marine Industry in New Zealand, and Australia. BI also provided a liaison service with the large amount of super yachts attending the America’s Cup and Millennium celebrations for 1999/2000.
Central to this project is the development of a British America’s Cup effort for the next event. This was successful as seen by Peter Harrison’s GBR Challenge.
USA Research for Trade Partners
Barrow International was involved in compiling a major report on all aspects of the US marine industry. This was completed in 2002, and copies were available from BMF offices. Barrow International was involved in a USA mentoring scheme for UK companies wishing to export to North America.
Roy Ahern. - Barrow Int. USA Associate
Roy Ahern is heavily involved in the marine industry in the USA. With an outstanding worldwide business reputatio, Roy manages his own manufacturing plant, which makes one of the leading brand products for the yachting industry. He plays an integral part in the co-ordination of this business and his contacts are invaluable.
Aksel Andresen Southern Europe Associate
Aksel is Danish but now lives in Austria. At BI he is responsible for dealing with the major Southern European boat builders and distributors. Aksel has in the past worked for Nordic Masts, Gori Propellers, and Lopo Light, the premier supplier of LED navigation lights.
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