International Boat Industry

US equipment manufacturers are emerging from a period of disruption with a different operating model, and one that may prove more consequential than the trade policies that helped trigger it

Netherlands

Overview: Market buoyed by big boat sales

By Jaroslaw Adamowski

The Netherlands’ boating sector is recovering unevenly in 2026. Luxury yacht builders are thriving, but manufacturers of smaller vessels are struggling as demand weakens

LCI Industries receives rival takeover bid from Monomoy Capital Partners

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Unsolicited cash proposal surfaces as LCI’s Board continues to back its planned all-stock merger with Patrick Industries

OXE Marine reaches EBITDA break-even in Q3 as sales rebound
2026-10-28T16:03:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves
BBA 2026: Inside the race for Breakthrough Launch of the Year
2026-10-28T14:30:00+00:00
Ancona’s superyacht sector secures second boost in less than a week
2026-10-28T14:28:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
EPTechnologies strengthens international battery sales with senior hire
2026-10-28T12:30:00+00:00
Q3 a mixed bag for Xylem
2026-10-28T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Fountaine Pajot revenue falls 9.9% in 2025/26
2026-10-28T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves

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Inside Poland’s precision-engineered yacht factory

> Subscriber-only, By Belinda Snell

IBI toured the Galeon Yachts facility in Wiślinka to see how in-house innovation and precision engineering have transformed the shipyard into a manufacturing powerhouse

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Lighting: Smarter systems, brighter designs and the future of onboard illumination

> Subscriber-only, By Jake Kavanagh

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

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Williams Jet Tenders launches Quest Series for an adventurous US market

Trueline plans to expand fleet with CX42 model and sailing catamaran

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

LCI Industries receives rival takeover bid from Monomoy Capital Partners
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Unsolicited cash proposal surfaces as LCI’s Board continues to back its planned all-stock merger with Patrick Industries
PE firm buys Florida’s Hamilton Harbor Yacht Club
> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
The Hoffmann Family of Companies has acquired the Naples club for an undisclosed sum
TISG shares jump following SRI Global’s €260m offer
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
Bid includes €220m for infrastructure and €40m to fund relaunch

Washington State marine supply company sold after nearly 50 years
> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Harbor Marine founder Lauren Bivins has decided to retire
Polish motorboat builder buys sailing yacht specialist
> Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski
Polish brands join forces while advancing new model launches
Hewescraft changes ownership after nearly 80 years
> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves
David Honeycutt and family acquire the US aluminium builder from the Hewes family

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IBI BOAT SHOW CALENDAR 2026

2026 boat show dates available now

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

IBI’s annual compilation of major boat shows around the world is available in print, as a Digital Download and as an interactive listing on our website for real-time updates

Markets: Netherlands, USA & Southeast Asia

Insight: Marcello Veronesi, Cantiere del Pardo CEO, Tuccoli Marine’s Paolo Sanguettola and Marcello Gherbin & Sanlorenzo APAC

Sector Spotlight: Future Tech

Regulars: Editor's Comment | Appointments | World News | Sustainability

Click here for access to all online back issues

Latest Market Intelligence

Boat builders focus on affordability
2026-10-21T09:24:00+01:00
Boat builders are being challenged to keep their product within financial reach of an increasingly pressured consumer
Shortlist announced for Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement 2026
2026-10-20T10:35:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By IBI Editorial Team
The celebrations return to Metstrade in Amsterdam this November, honouring the energy, precision, and craftsmanship driving yacht construction forward
Harnessing the collective global wisdom of minds
2026-10-20T09:39:00+01:00By IBI Editorial Team

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Upcoming events

Valencia Boat show
2026-10-28T07:00:002026-11-02T21:00:00
MALTA BOAT SHOW
2026-10-29T07:00:002026-11-01T21:00:00
The Pre-Owned Boat Show - Dubai
2026-10-31T07:00:002026-11-02T21:00:00
QATAR BOAT SHOW
2026-11-04T07:00:002026-11-07T21:00:00
CHINA (XIAMEN) INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
2026-11-06T07:00:002026-11-09T21:00:00
Metstrade
2026-11-17T07:00:002026-11-19T21:00:00
Abu Dhabi International Boat Show
2026-11-19T07:00:002026-11-22T21:00:00
Dubai International Boat Show
2026-11-25T07:00:002026-11-29T21:00:00
Paris Nautic Show
2026-11-25T07:00:002026-11-29T21:00:00
Boot & Fun
2026-11-26T07:00:002026-11-29T21:00:00
Athens International Boat Show
2026-12-01T07:00:00

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Latest Boat Launch News

Xquisite Yachts expands powercat lineup with new 52-footer
Hull #1 of the 52’ Exploration Powercat is scheduled for delivery by the end of 2028
Brabus Marine, AB Yachts present new high-performance yacht range
The 110.7ft Brabus AB110 is having its world premiere at the Monaco Yacht Show
Suvi targets Nordic growth with five-model Nordic Black range for 2027
The Finnish manufacturer’s new lineup features updated styling and competitive pricing
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: IBI’s A-Z guide to key boat launches
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
Europe’s largest on-water boat show opens on Tuesday with some 700 boats on display, including 150 world premieres
SA milestone as Balance Catamarans marks 100th launch
The South African cat builder delivered a Balance 502 at Cape Town’s Royal Cape Yacht Club this week
Gulf Craft launches second-generation SilverCat power catamaran range
Updated line features increased beam-to-length ratio and reconfigured layouts, with SilverCat 47 Family Series as first model to incorporate new design direction
Polish builder launches e-catamaran for disabled boaters
The electric cat can accommodate up to six people, including four wheelchair users
Vitters achieves fossil-free superyacht breakthrough with Yacht Zero launch
The 69m ketch is said to be the first of her size to run solely on renewable energy without compromising comfort or range
Sanlorenzo launches first Heritage model ahead of Cannes debut
Italian builder’s new SHE yacht draws on 1960s design language, with five units sold prior to September showcase

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