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Amid shifting market conditions, Finnish boat builder Finnmaster is using this period to refine operations, invest in innovation, and expand internationally – positioning itself for the next wave of growth

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CEO speaks to IBI in Cannes about his renewed leadership role and the company’s ambitions in global markets

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Peters & May integrates Netherlands office into global network
2025-09-15T14:44:00+01:00
Lusben reports positive first-time appearance at Cannes
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New Italian builder makes Cannes Yachting Festival debut
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Aquila Power Catamarans enters sailing market
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The future of boating meets in Genoa: How to join the 4th World Yachting Sustainability Forum
2025-09-15T12:03:00+01:00

Yacht Sourcing forms new charter subsidiary
2025-09-15T11:53:00+01:00
US marine rep groups merge to broaden regional and global presence
2025-09-15T11:30:00+01:00
German automotive and arms firm to acquire Lürssen’s naval division
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Polish equipment producer releases new products ahead of Monaco show
2025-09-15T11:30:00+01:00
Gemini Marine secures milestone RIB deal with Tanzania police
2025-09-15T11:30:00+01:00

Innovation Route Awards new feature for CYF 2025
2025-09-12T15:18:00+01:00
Genoa International Boat Show launches TechTrade Days 2025
2025-09-12T15:16:00+01:00
Top industry leaders and McKinsey to unveil how sustainability is reshaping business and boatbuilding at the 4th World Yachting Sustainability Forum. Full programme announced
2025-09-12T15:08:00+01:00
Tecmar expands product range with Blue-Airco partnership
2025-09-12T14:55:00+01:00
Volvo Penta launches new D6 480 DPI, next-gen Autopilot
2025-09-12T13:59:00+01:00

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The self-levelling yacht - CMC Marine spearheads use of advanced sensor tech

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Harnessing artificial intelligence with powerful and responsive actuators and hydrodynamic comtrol surfaces can eliminate much of the movement associated with seasickness

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US marine rep groups merge to broaden regional and global presence
The combined group now has 16 representatives covering both domestic and international markets
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Rheinmetall outlines strategic rationale for moving into naval shipbuilding
Denison Yachting, OneWater merge
The combined group will operate under the Denison Yachting brand, with 23 offices across the US and Europe

Aon sells NFP wealth business to Madison Dearborn
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NFP has an active yacht practice covering all sizes of craft
Italian PE firm buys 60% stake in Apreamare
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The transaction was arranged through the Italian Strategy Private Equity Fund
Schütz Group acquires yacht supplier Euro-Composites in major composites sector deal
All 930 employees and the brand set to be retained

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Flat sales and rising costs test marine sector
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Aquila Power Catamarans enters sailing market
CEO Frank Xiong says the expansion marks the next phase in Aquila’s development as a global boat manufacturer
Moonen celebrates christening of seventh 122 Martinique
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Cruisers Yachts debuts new day yacht line
All-new VTR line launches with open and enclosed 38ft models
Sunreef Ultima 55 makes European debut at Cannes
New performance catamaran brings foiling technology to the brand for the first time
Ferretti Group posts solid results with nine Cannes premieres
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
Annual press conference highlights strong H1 financials and upcoming new projects
Damen Yachting unveils largest full custom Amels superyacht
The 120m Project Tanzanite has entered the final outfitting stage
Fountaine Pajot unveils two CYF premieres, three models for 2026
The French cat builder is debuting the FP41 and FP44 in Cannes, with both models already attracting significant pre-orders
Sanlorenzo marks 20 years under Perotti with three world premieres at Cannes
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
The Italian yacht builder debuts three new models at CYF 2025 and plans nine more over the next two years
Azimut unveils new Magellano 27M ahead of Cannes
Three units already on order with world premiere set for CYF 2026

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