International Boat Industry

An examination of the US, Caribbean, and European superyacht refit sectors reveals the United States as the dominant country for refit activity, while strategic acquisitions – including Safe Harbor’s purchase of Monaco Marine and IMM’s expansion into France – signal industry-wide consolidation across three continents

Interview

Interview: SUTL Group CEO Arthur Tay - ONE°15 and the future of yachting in Asia

By Mike Derrett

Arthur Tay, chairman and CEO of Singapore’s SUTL Group, shares his vision for marina development, sustainable growth and Asia’s emergence as a global yachting powerhouse

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Ferretti Group’s new CEO on systems, brand architecture, and capturing untapped markets

> Subscriber-only, By Ed Slack

Appointed Ferretti Group CEO in May, former Duracell chief Stassi Anastassov is bringing consumer goods discipline to luxury yachting. He discusses building scalable systems, optimizing a seven-brand portfolio, and why the industry’s biggest growth opportunity lies with wealthy buyers who’ve never considered boating. IBI sat down with Anastassov at the ...

Superyacht Australia and French Polynesia strengthen South Pacific collaboration amid record visitation
2026-06-29T10:59:00+01:00
Dutch Design reaches Sea Rover superyacht construction milestone
2026-06-29T15:10:00+01:00
Ferretti Group shares new details of its largest-ever Riva yacht
2026-06-29T14:51:00+01:00By Jill Sayles
Mood index: Economic sentiment up in EU, euro area; but job expectations down in both
2026-06-29T13:12:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Robert Wielaard
Incat to expand Tasmania shipyard with new production hall
2026-06-29T13:09:00+01:00By Neil Eaves
Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2026 to launch ‘Start Boating’ zone for new entrants
2026-06-29T12:32:00+01:00By Jill Sayles

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Market Reports

Spain

Dealers: Adapting to choppy waters

Spanish boat dealers are adjusting their strategies to meet changing market conditions following the pandemic-era sales surge. Success now depends on meeting increasingly complex client requirements

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Product Reports

Lighting

A lighter touch

All sectors of marine lighting are now offering higher levels of integrated LED control for more customised and colourful illuminations

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IBI Presents

Industry recognition confirms success of Yanmar’s groundbreaking E-Saildrive SDe series

Alexseal expands capabilities of its popular Color Configurator

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Volkswagen sells majority stake in marine engine business to Bain Capital
Volkswagen retains a 49% stake after agreeing €7.4bn Everllence sale to Bain Capital
Frydenbø Marine names new CEO
Frydenbø Marine has appointed Calle Olsson as CEO, succeeding Trond Underhaug, who moves to Fjord Defence Marine
D-Marin acquires Olbia Marina in Sardinia
The purchase of MOYS and Molo Brin strengthens Mediterranean network and creates strategic link between Sardinia, mainland Italy and the French Riviera

Ferretti denies acquisition talks with The Italian Sea Group
Italian builder sets record straight on market speculation
Fox’s Yacht Sales joins Morgans Group as new sales director appointed
UK brokerage expands footprint as acquisition strengthens Morgans’s marine services offering across Essex and Suffolk
AkzoNobel shares fall over 20% after latest takeover offer ends
Merger with Axalta now back in focus to create €25bn paints business

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2025-12-09T11:51:00+00:00

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Major composites show in Paris, March 10-12
2026-01-09T09:26:00+00:00
The JEC World International Composites Show will take place just outside Paris in March, and organisers say it will be bigger and better than ever before
Omaya Yachts and its fresh take on the catamaran
2025-10-21T09:27:00+01:00By Ed Slack
Making its global debut at Cannes, Bulgarian shipyard Omaya Yachts unveiled the Omaya 50 – a sleek, performance-focused catamaran. CEO Kaloyan Radulov reflects on the company’s journey from newcomer to serious contender in the luxury multihull market
Flat sales and rising costs test marine sector
2025-08-21T10:55:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Kim Hollamby
With new boat sales subdued, unsold stock mounting and value-conscious buyers reshaping demand, the UK’s marine industry is adjusting course

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Upcoming events

Polboat Yachting Festival (Gdynia)
2026-07-23T07:00:002026-07-26T21:00:00
Sydney International Boat Show
2026-07-30T07:00:002026-08-02T21:00:00
Allt På Sjön - All at Sea in Gustavsberg
2026-08-28T07:00:002026-08-30T21:00:00
Hamburg Yacht Festival
2026-09-04T07:00:002026-09-06T21:00:00
Cannes Yachting Festival
2026-09-08T07:00:002026-09-13T21:00:00
Atlantic City In-Water Power Boat Show
2026-09-10T07:00:002026-09-13T21:00:00
Southampton International Boat Show
2026-09-18T07:00:002026-09-27T21:00:00
Le grand pavois la rochelle
2026-09-22T07:00:002026-09-27T21:00:00
Iinterboot (friedrichshafen)
2026-09-23T07:00:002026-09-27T21:00:00
Norwalk Boat Show
2026-09-24T07:00:002026-09-27T21:00:00
São Paulo Boat Show
2026-09-24T07:00:002026-09-29T21:00:00
Genoa International Boat Show
2026-10-01T07:00:002026-10-06T21:00:00

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Latest Boat Launch News

Askari Yachts launches first Askari 65 Power Long Range Cruiser
The vessel will make its international debut at the Annapolis Powerboat Show
Southern Wind launches sixth SW96 hull in Cape Town
Performance-focused Fortissimo features racing-oriented deck layout and lifting keel, with Mediterranean and Caribbean sailing programme planned
Lomac unveils new Turismo 8.5
Italian RIB builder completes Turismo range with new vessel ahead of its official debut at the Genoa Boat Show 2026
Brabus Marine announces all-new Shadow 38 range
The next generation of 38ft performance boats from Brabus Marine will debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival in September
Nautor Swan returns to 22m sailing segment with new Swan 73
Positioned just below the maxi yacht category, the Swan 73 combines comfort, handling, and versatility
Sunreef hosts virtual premiere of Ultima 88 at exclusive Singapore event
New catamaran is the second model built at the Polish builder’s Ras Al Khaimah facility
Gulf Craft launches first Majesty 145 superyacht
The launch marks a significant step into the 40m+ segment for the company as the yacht nears sea trials and delivery
KingFisher Boats unveils largest, most advanced offshore vessel to date
The 38 GFX is a 38ft aluminium vessel designed for high performance and extended trips
Voodoo Yachts unveils new flagship
The XF80 builds on the acclaimed XF75 platform with enhanced speed, expanded space and advanced features

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