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Beneteau Group expects retail boat market to fall by 5%-10% in 2025
20 new models to be launched in second half when dealer restocking programmes anticipated to take effect; 2024 net income fell by 47% but overall Group declares strong financial position
NMMA offers insight to EU retaliatory tariffs
The National Marine Manufacturers Association in the US is out with analysis highlighting what importers need to know
Fairline Yachts said to have a preferred bidder in sight
Media reports suggest private equity business leading a rescue that will keep manufacturing in the UK
Boatfolk Marinas reviewing its future financing options
CBRE brought in to advise on what maybe a sale or refinancing
FPT Industrial North America expands northeast US distribution
Stauffer Diesel Distribution to represent FPT marine engines throughout Connecticut, Delaware, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Denison announces new partnerships
US yacht brokerage unveils private jet partnership and new representation of Ocean King, Filippetti yacht brands
Sanlorenzo announces new superyacht division for sailing yachts
Nautor Swan brand to lead the initiative, though first 43m alloy vessel will be built in Viareggio rather than Finland
French builder expands capacities in Normandy
Bord à Bord is developing its manufacturing capabilities in the country’s north-western region
International Superyacht Society elects first Turkish Ambassador
Nurettin Çalışkan is the founder and managing director of Neva Marine and Neva Composite Technologies
HISWA beefs up electric boat handling rules to help prevent lithium-ion battery fires
Dutch boating lobby proposes tougher storage and handling norms to prevent catastrophic lithium-ion battery fire
TISG forms strategic partnership with Yachtzoo Japan
The Italian Sea Group is looking to strengthen its APAC presence
Twisted Marine expands with purchase of Network Yacht Brokers
New acquisition grows brand south coast brokerage activity
Twin Vee 2024 revenues down 57%
Lower revenues, higher losses mark difficult year for US boat builder
Chris-Craft unveils new Catalina model at PBIBS
New Catalina 31 model showcases modern design, enhanced comfort and innovative features
Propspeed lands new distribution partner in Croatia and Slovenia
Luka Marine Murter to begin importing foul release coating systems effective April 1
Van der Valk opens 7th construction hall to handle growing demand
New hall allows Dutch builder to simultaneously work on two more superyachts up to 47m
Bavaria back in black, showing facelifted successful models
German boatbuilder returns to profitability following its rescue in 2018 by CMP Capital Management
Gulf Craft provides update on new Superyacht Service Centre
New mobile hoist straddle carrier with capacity to lift superyachts up to 60m in length
Nautor Swan and Edmiston join forces
Two companies announce commercial partnership for new sailing alloy 40+ metres range
Garmin named 2025 IBBI supplier of the year
International boat builder buying group honours Garmin marine for ‘outstanding service and support’ for second year in a row
Hiswa-in-Water’s 40th edition to be held September 3-7 in Lelystad
Northwestern Europe’s largest in-water show to be “bigger and more diverse than ever”
Barcelona International Boat Show to expand; possible second event in plan
’Boatique’ concept introduced as new strategy for 2025-2028; possible second event to be held in the spring
VIVIC signs agreement with ACEL Power to develop electric catamarans
First deliveries scheduled for July 2025
EU suspends retaliatory tariffs on US boats
Two-week delay offers parties more negotiating time
Stockholm Boat Show sees drop in attendance but labelled a success
Allt för sjön sees attendence drop to 36,000 from last year’s 40,802
MasterCraft fifth annual “Let Her Rip” on-water campaign
Campaign encourages women and girls of all ages to enjoy boating and water sports
Harman announces supply agreement with Conch Boats
Audio equipment supplier to supply premium stereo systems for full Conch centre console lineup
Serial yacht owner Eddie Jordan dies age 76
Former F1 team principal died from aggressive cancer
Marketing innovation drives marine industry expansion: African Boating Conference unveils top industry voices
African Boating Conference, set for October 21-22, gathers momentum as platform to growing
Myers celebrates 2024 safety milestones
Reportable incidents decrease by 26% year-over-year to TRIR rate of 1.94
35-storey condo development planned for West Palm Beach marina
No word on potential impact on slip availability following submission of development application for Rybovich Marina site
BLC Yachts ends collaboration with Dynamiq
The dealer will no longer represent the superyacht brand in Turkey
Palm Beach show opens
With more than 1,000 boats on display, the Palm Beach International Boat Show runs from March 19-23
Savvy navvy makes key promotion
Misha Vysokovskiy appointed chief product officer at marine tech firm
Spain’s Balearic market continues to decline
Boat registrations down 27.5% in 2025
Mercury looks to expand fishing market penetration with new tiller handles
New Mid-Tiller Kit for four-stoke 25hp and 30hp EFI outboards deliver longer reach for larger boats
12th Nautical Congress underlines strength of Spanish marine sector
Over 400 professionals attended last week’s event in Malaga
Italian distributor achieves Gender Equality certification
SAIM SpA implements equal opportunity policy for all employees
SE Asia Yachting Conference: keynote speakers revealed
Azimut-Benetti CEO and SUTL chairman will provide insights into market trends
PYA issues warning to superyachts during UN Ocean Conference
Possible demonstrations could take place in Nice and other neaby ports
Italian marina reports strong growth, occupancy rates reach 100%
Marina Genova Aeroporto says 2024 was a year of “great satisfaction”
Yamaha Marine donates outboards to tech schools
Eight US schools receive 425 XTO Offshore outboards in support of marine tech apprentice programs
Icomia appoints new sustaining member
Sovren will be joining the Icomia Marinas Group
Thailand gets first Platinum 5 Gold Anchor marina
Ocean Marina Jomtien is the first in Thailand to receive the global accreditation
Sri Lanka issues regulations covering boats, yachts and visiting leisure craft
The regulations address insurance, crew and safety requirements for vessels
Azimut names exclusive Polish dealer
Supreme Yachts will operate as Azimut Yachts Poland
Saffier Yachts launches SL 46 MED, first images revealed
The 46ft sailing yacht blends high performance with exceptional comfort
Northrop & Johnson broker dies
Paul Daubner passed away last week after a battle with cancer
Fairline Yachts administrators receive several bids for brand
Future of luxury yacht builder looks a little brighter
BVI talks “concessions” to ease tension with US over charter boat fees
Proposed fee increase placed on hold until two sides reach an amicable agreement
Steyr Motors unveils global development strategy
Order backlog increases to almost €200m
Lagoon presents new models in Bordeaux
French cat builder unveils its largest powercat and smallest sailing cat to date
Marina closure sends Baltimore-area boaters scrambling for new slips
278-slip facility on US Atlantic coast announces sudden closure over safety concerns, leaving boaters with just two weeks to remove vessels
UK refit business opens branch in Spain
Setag Yachts sets up new facility in Port Denia to handle yachts up to 30m
Vakaros buys sailing instrumentation firm
Sailmon is a well-known brand in the sailing instrumentation sector
AvA Yachts sells first Kando 85
Delivery is scheduled for early 2026
Italy’s Marche region holds conference on yachting’s future
Objective of the meeting was to identify how to achieve further growth
Moonen lowers price of 110 Mustique ahead of Palm Beach show
The Dutch yard has slashed the price of its 34m yacht by over US$1m
Galeon Yachts overhauls range, invests in automated production
The Polish builder is looking to boost exports to Europe and the US
Italian rigging producer expands in France
Ropeye makes high-end hardware for competitive sailing and cruising
MEDYS 2025 to be record-breaking event, waiting list announced
The show’s 10th edition reflects Greece’s growing presence in the global charter market
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