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UK
Rising to the challenge - boatbuilder review, Part 2
Following on from IBI’s update on developments at Princess, Sunseeker and Fairline and the broader challenges the UK market faces, we provide a full round-up of progress in the rest of the UK boatbuilding sector
NetherlandsDutch builders invest in tomorrow
Dutch builders are upping their investments in new models despite a slow market
Asia PacificAustralia and New Zealand primed for growth in 2025
As the market normalises following a lacklustre 2024, IBI reports on market prospects Down Under for the year ahead
Middle EastAs it bucks the slowdown, is the Gulf market finally coming of age?
While most global boating markets are experiencing a downturn in demand, the Gulf market continues to thrive and show positive results despite concerns that the conflict in the Middle East region may slow growth into 2025.
UKBoatbuilders hunting out opportunity as economy flatlines - Part 1
Economic pressures, regulatory challenges and workforce dynamics are reshaping the horizon
UKIndustry weathers stop-start year of change
When it reflects on the year past, many companies across the UK leisure marine sector will most likely be relieved that they ended in better shape than first feared, with some cautiously optimistic sentiment for coming months
Asia PacificInsight | Chock full of ambition
Australian equipment manufacturer Davco Winch aims to dominate the onboard equipment market with a product leadership strategy founded on what it says are the best tender chocks in the world
USAGarmin CEO Cliff Pemble on accelerating product life cycles and the Steve Jobs approach
Garmin’s president and CEO speaks with IBI on the strength of the aftermarket, accelerating product life cycles, and why a Steve Jobs approach works in marine
BalkansThe Balkans is fast emerging as a dynamic new marine market
Its cruising grounds on the Adriatic are well known, but the Balkans region is also developing a vibrant local marine industry. IBI investigates. This report was conducted in association with EBI as part of their #MadeInEurope campaign
NetherlandsSuppliers focus on innovation and quality to grow market share
Marine accessory producers in the Netherlands are adapting their offerings to weather the challenging market conditions
NetherlandsIndustry holds breath as cautious optimism returns
A sunny end to the Dutch boating season has helped boost confidence in a market plagued by disappointing new-boat sales and a poor economic forecast, bringing renewed hope for 2025
NewsNew Bella, Flipper owner sees clear logic in takeover of brands
Carl-Tore Bengtsson discusses reasons behind the deal
NewsDe Antonio Yachts redefines 8m model with launch of the new D29
The Spanish builder presented the new model in Düsseldorf
NewsSanlorenzo partners with MAN to develop new yacht bi-fuel engine
The new engine will be installed on a 50m superyacht by the end of 2027
NewsBrunswick CEO makes Crain’s ‘Who’s Who’ list for second year running
Dave Foulkes honoured by Crain’s Chicago Business for outstanding achievement
NewsIMCI appoints new managing director
Ulrich Manigel replaces Ulrich Heinemann who retired on December 31
NewsFrench industry federation undergoes change
FIN director general steps down; management now in the joint hands of its general secretary and deputy general delegate
NewsGothenburg Boat Show closes down; this year will be the final edition
Swedish show organiser says attempts to adapt to a changed environment has not been enough to boost profitability
NewsMDL Marinas, Pick a Pier launch industry-wide initiative
New scheme allows members to redeem points on visitor berthing across an expanded network of marinas
NewsEBI Breakfast Meeting: boot Düsseldorf measures the needs of future clients
Adjiedj Bakas describes the new generation of customers at today’s event
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