GULF CRAFT UNDERSCORES BRAND MOMENTUM AND INFRASTRUCTURE GROWTH AT QATAR BOAT SHOW

Gulf Craft returns to Qatar Boat Show 2025 with a strong line-up and a series of strategic announcements that underline the company’s long-standing commitment to Qatar – one of the shipyard’s most important markets in the region. The announcements were made during Gulf Craft’s press conference on 5 November, held on board the Nomad 101 in the presence of the leadership team and the company’s trusted local partner, Gulf Yachts. The showcase features a comprehensive line-up across the Group’s portfolio, including Majesty and Nomad yachts, Oryx cabin cruisers, and SilverCAT power catamarans, giving Qatari clients an exclusive look at the brand’s latest innovations and upcoming developments.

With a relationship dating back nearly two decades, Qatar continues to play a central role in Gulf Craft’s growth across the GCC. The Qatar Boat Show stands among the region’s most influential yachting platforms, offering an ideal stage for Gulf Craft to connect with owners, introduce new models, and present its future plans. This year’s presence, supported by its trusted local partner Gulf Yachts, reinforces the shipyard’s dedication to offering Qatari clients a premium, seamless

ownership experience through Gulf Yachts, the brand’s long-standing and trusted partner.

Exclusive Preview: The All-New Nomad 101

A key highlight of Gulf Craft’s participation will be the all-new Nomad 101, presented as an early preview of the 2026 edition. Designed with comfort, capability and extended onboard living in mind, the latest evolution of the Nomad series reflects Gulf Craft’s growing focus on models tailored to the region’s climate and owner lifestyle. The new Nomad 101 reinforces the brand’s reputation for innovation and purpose-built yacht design.

A Complete Majesty Yachts Showcase

This year’s line-up features a strong representation from the Majesty Yachts collection, including the Majesty 60, Majesty 65, and Majesty 72. These models reflect Gulf Craft’s core values of craftsmanship, luxury, and versatile design, offering Qatari owners and prospective buyers a closer look at the brand’s most popular yachts in the 60-70 ft segment.

SilverCAT Expands its Presence in Qatar

The SilverCAT brand will also have a prominent presence, with the newly launched SilverCAT 35CX showcased alongside the highly popular SilverCAT 40LUX. Both models continue to strengthen Gulf Craft’s leadership in the power-catamaran category, delivering a balance of performance, comfort and efficient design that resonates strongly with owners in Qatar.

Updates from SYSC, SilverCAT and Maldives Facilities

During the press conference, Gulf Craft will also share updates on the ongoing development of the SYSC (Superyacht Service Centre), the expansion of the SCAT composites facility, and progress at its Maldives shipyard. These investments reflect the company’s commitment to expanding capacity, enhancing after-sales service, and supporting future growth across all its global markets.

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BENTLEY ANNOUNCES UPDATES TO BEYOND100+ AMBITIONS

Bentley’s Luxury Urban SUV starts pre-series build ahead of 2026 reveal

Bentley Motors today announced a series of updates to its forward-thinking Beyond100+ strategy, reflecting current market and customer perspectives. In a press conference streamed live from Bentley’s home in Crewe, and the future assembly line of Bentley’s first fully-electric car, Chairman and CEO, Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, outlined a revised product cadence plan that includes extending the offer of internal combustion-engined as well as plug-in hybridised models.

Creating an entirely new segment with the world’s first true Luxury Urban SUV, the all-new Bentley - designed, developed and produced in Crewe – is on track to be launched towards the end of 2026, with deliveries to markets during 2027. The as yet unnamed model will be incremental to Bentley’s current offering, less than five metres in length and promises a true Bentley driving experience and the craftsmanship expected of the marque, with industry-leading technology that includes the capability of charging from 0 – 100 miles in less than seven minutes.  Development of the car continues at pace with pre-series, or prototype, vehicles embarking on a global performance programme.

Previous target of exclusively electric by 2035 could extend in response to positive customer demand for PHEV models

Furthermore, hybridised Bentley models, today offered in both High and Ultra-Performance Engines in Continental GT coupe, Convertible and Flying Spur, would be available until at least 2035 meaning that Bentley’s previous target of being exclusively electric by that milestone could be extended. Another internal combustion engined model, the Bentayga Speed, was added to the range earlier in 2025 and in the same conference, Bentley revealed that a new non-hybridised and limited production performance model would be announced before the end of this year. It also didn’t rule out further similarly-engined cars to follow as it continues to maintain powertrain flexibility in line with customer demand across its global markets.

Commenting following the announcement, Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, Chairman and CEO of Bentley Motors, said:“Today’s updates to our Beyond100+ strategy reaffirm Bentley’s commitment to progress — responsibly and sustainably. We are evolving our product cadence to reflect the realities of a changing world and a dynamic marketplace. By extending introducing new internal combustion engined models, and offering hybrid powertrains until at least 2035, we are ensuring that every Bentley customer can continue to experience the full breadth of our performance and craftsmanship.              

“Our first fully electric Bentley, the world’s first true Luxury Urban SUV, represents a bold step forward, it embodies our vision for sustainable luxury and technological excellence. With industry-leading charging capability and unmistakable Bentley character and design, it marks the beginning of an exciting new era for our brand - a future defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability.”          

Beyond100+ also endures a fundamental reinvention of the Crewe manufacturing infrastructure, and helps secure Bentley’s future at Crewe for the next generation of products and colleagues.  The company has already made enormous strides in reinventing the historic Crewe site, creating an industry-leading certified carbon neutral facility, and as the oldest building, named A1, prepares to assemble Bentley’s first electric car, the Dream Factory is closer to nearing completion.          

The all-new car will offer industry-leading charging speeds, from 0 – 100 miles in just seven minutes, and the craftmanship expected of the marque.

The largest self-funded site investment programme in Bentley’s history continues with a new state-of-the-art Paint Shop due to open in 2026. This follows a new Design Centre and Integrated Logistics Centre, both opened earlier this year, transforming an 87-year-old site for a new age of electrification, and a new benchmark in next generation, digital, flexible and high-value manufacturing operations.

ICE models to continue with announcement of a new limited production, performance model by the end of 2025

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LAVAZZA

LAVAZZA CELEBRATES 130 YEARS OF COFFEE EXCELLENCE

International Coffee Day has been a perfect occasion to recount the coffee

mastery milestones and look towards the future

On the International Coffee Day, Lavazza, the iconic Italian coffee company, proudly celebrated its 130th anniversary, a remarkable milestone built on a foundation of unparalleled Mastery. For over a century, Lavazza has been at the forefront of the coffee industry, consistently delivering exceptional quality, masterful blends and an unwavering commitment to satisfying every palate.

Lavazza's journey from a small grocery store in Turin to a global coffee player is marked by a series of pivotal moments, each contributing to its undisputed reputation and global leadership. These "Coffee Milestones" highlight the company's dedication to understanding the unique origins of each bean, perfecting the art of blending and embracing technological advancements to enrich the ever-changing coffee experiences.

Key Milestones in Lavazza's 130-Year History:

Lavazza's 130-year journey is a testament to its unwavering dedication to quality, innovation, and a profound understanding of coffee. As the company looks to the future, it remains committed to its heritage while continuing to push the boundaries of coffee excellence, ensuring that every cup tells a story of passion and perfection.

As part of its continued dedication to creating meaningful coffee experiences, Lavazza celebrates its growing presence in Saudi Arabia with two Coffee Design Stores - the flagship in Laysen Valley and the newly opened location at Solitaire Mall. Both embody the brand’s signature blend of Italian craftsmanship and contemporary design while honoring the Kingdom’s deep-rooted coffee traditions.

Coffee holds a profound cultural significance in Saudi Arabia, symbolizing hospitality, togetherness, and connection - values that deeply resonate with Lavazza’s own philosophy. With Saudi consumers’ growing appreciation for quality and innovation, Lavazza continues to expand its footprint in the Kingdom, introducing new experiences that celebrate the art and culture of coffee.

This commitment to excellence is further highlighted by the brand's latest global initiative, the "Coffee Maestro" campaign.

Following the resounding success of the 2024 Global campaign, "Pleasure Makes Us Human," Lavazza is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest global initiative, a new spot that profoundly celebrates the excellence and the unmistakable pleasure of authentic Italian coffee. This highly anticipated campaign was strategically timed to coincide with the festivities of the International Coffee Day, underscoring Lavazza's commitment to the global coffee community and its role in celebrating the daily coffee ritual. Once again, the spotlight shines brightly on the beloved trio: Hollywood stars John Krasinski and Steve Carell, alongside the charming Luigi, the now iconic little robot. The "Coffee Maestro" ad, set in a sleek and modern co-working space, features a humorous misunderstanding between a "coffee maestro" and a "musical maestro." This campaign, promising "Enjoy the pleasure of a masterful coffee and feel like an Italian barista at home," not only celebrates the rich heritage and intricate art of Italian coffee-making, but also maintains the brand's signature playful and witty storytelling, perfectly aligning with the spirit of the International

Coffee Day.

The Coffee Maestro campaign teaser has been launched globally across Lavazza's social media channels as of October 1st. The full-length version is available at the following link:

https://www.lavazza.com/en/beyond-coffee/pleasure-makes-us-human

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