All articles by Craig Ritchie
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News2024 – What we learned
While 2024 was certainly a year of contradictions for the recreational boating sector, steps forward outnumbered steps back as the industry prepares for better days ahead
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NewsBank outlooks point to better business in 2025, tariffs notwithstanding
Economic projections for key markets point to an improved business climate in the coming year, but the impacts of a looming Trump trade war remain unclear
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NewsLookout adds new features to nav platform
Free, over-the-air update brings new features, capabilities to AI-enhanced navigation system
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Battery TechnologiesCan non-flammable EV batteries outperform lithium?
While range anxiety tops electric propulsion worries for consumers, boat builders fret about potentials fires and liability risk. Could a new non-flammable, high performance battery under development in the US prove the answer to both concerns?
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Green TechnologiesBoats made from mushrooms?
The rebar-like tissue which securely anchors fungi to structures is being examined as a potential replacement for fossil-fuel-based composites in interior applications like walls and paneling
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Green TechnologiesBiofuel from the sea
A Barbadian startup aims to turn a growing seaweed problem into a useful source of sustainable biofuel
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NewsYamaha tech school celebrates 500 job placements
Yamaha Marine Technical School Partnership program has placed more than 500 new marine techs in boat dealerships since 2015
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NewsPolaris Marine to focus on mid-range pontoons through winter US shows
New Bennington, Godfrey mid-range product expected to drive winter boat show activity with enhanced focus on value
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NewsThermavance works to build European exports
US marine seat temperature control system builder finding ‘significant interest’ among EU boatbuilders
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InterviewAine Denari | CTO, EVP | Brunswick Corp
Named Brunswick Corp chief technology officer and executive vice president in August while assuming further new responsibilities as president of its Navico Group business unit, Aine Denari is expected to lead the next phase of evolution for Brunswick’s technology business.
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NewsKVH to sell plant, HQ
US satcom firm moves forward on asset sales as part of overall corporate refocus
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NewsNew Florida supermarket includes boat parking
A newly opened Publix market in Hollywood Beach becomes the first US supermarket to offer boat dockage for shoppers
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Inboard enginesCould nuclear micro-reactors find a future in boating?
Used to power warships for 70 years, nuclear reactors could play a role in propelling large, luxury yachts as an emission-free alternative to traditional internal combustion engines
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HydrogenNew sensing tech to improve hydrogen gas safety
With growing interest in the use of hydrogen gas as a fuel in marine applications, new sensing technology to detect fuel leaks aims to allay safety concerns
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Battery TechnologiesBatteries made from rice
US researchers say that burnt rice hulls could become a key ingredient in future battery designs
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Asia PacificOverview: Industry primes itself for growth in 2025
As the market normalises following a lacklustre 2024, IBI reports on market prospects Down Under for the year ahead
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NewsDometic announces global restructuring program
Refocus on product range, closure of two manufacturing sites and five distribution centers to impact about 500 employees
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OpinionReturn of the pocket cruiser
As growing numbers of younger buyers enter the US boat market, a shift in customer preference is renewing appetite for a once near-extinct category – the small cruiser
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ElectrifcationOvercoming battery range anxiety
The biggest impediment to more widespread adoption of electric propulsion may lie in the way we position battery capacity, with a continual focus on operation at wide open throttle. Could education to better inform buyers’ attitudes be the key to adoption gains?
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NewsChicago Navy Pier to host new boat show in August
With marina construction finally underway, event organiser announces plans to host a new summer boat show at downtown Chicago’s newest boating facility
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