All Personal Watercraft articles – Page 4
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BRP predicts US pontoon market will hit 100,000 units
A global leader in powersport vehicles, boats and propulsion systems, BRP finished the second quarter of its fiscal year ending 31 July surpassing market estimates for earnings & revenues. Discussing results with analysts, the manufacturer also provided volume expectations for its new ‘Switch’ pontoon range
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UK proposes new jet ski legislation
Personal and recreational watercraft would fall under same laws as ships
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Canadian government invests in electric PWC battery plant
Electric PWC maker Taiga Motors to receive C$50m in public funding for electric vehicle battery facility
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Yamaha outboard sales contribute to strong quarter
Yamaha Motor Corporation reported first quarter sales, including commentary on wholesale and inventory units and specific details on company performance in the Marine segment where it produces outboard engines, boats and personal watercraft for a global customer base.
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Japan sees surge in new boat and PWC licences but Covid emergency conditions reinstated
Around 16,000 people visited the 2021 Japan International Boat Show in Yokohama earlier this month According to the Japan Marine Industry Association, the first quarter of 2021 saw an increase of 37% in the number of new boat licence holders compared to the same period last year ...
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BRP unveils e-concept for PWCs and other products
In a major announcement released today together with its year-end results, Canada’s BRP detailed the roll-out of electric models for each of its product lines by the end 2026
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BRP’s final quarter ends on a surge, CEO references increased PWC output in Mexico
Powersports and propulsion specialist BRP highlighted a strong end to the financial year and outlined what it called “ambitious plans” for the marine sector today during a webcast with analysts.
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Canadian electric PWC builder to go public
Proposed merger between Taiga Motors and Canaccord Genuity Growth II Corp would fund second production facility and drive future growth
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Pandemic PWC sales explosion good for top players, but can momentum continue?
BRP and Polaris have battled head-to-head in the market for nearly 50 years
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BRP posts Q3 growth in sales and profits
As with other peers in the recreational sector, BRP saw continued momentum in consumer demand and growth in new entrants through its FY2021 third quarter, ending 31 October.
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SA government proposes end to ban on PWCs in marine protected areas
The South African government has published new draft regulations that propose overturning the current ban on the use of personal watercraft in marine protected areas. In terms of the new draft regulations, which were published for public comment earlier this year, PWCs larger than 3m would be allowed to operate ...
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Kawasaki PWCs return to UK market
Boats.co.uk appointed exclusive UK distributor for Kawasaki PWCs, trading under the title of Kawasaki Watercraft UK
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Higher profits offset lower Q2 revenues for BRP
Recreational products manufacturer BRP said Q2 delivered better than expected results driven by strong worldwide retail demand for its portfolio, including PWCs and boats. Wind-down of the Evinrude outboard business was reflected in a 35% drop in marine revenues.
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Canadian electric PWC builder expands product line
Taiga Motors unveils two new models with retail prices starting at US$15,000 in bid to gain mass market traction
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BRP takes further steps to manage COVID-19 impact
After slowing down and temporarily suspending manufacturing at all powersports and marine operations sites around the world, Canada’s BRP Inc. announced a series of additional measures – including cost-containment measures and employee compensation changes – to protect the company’s financial flexibility and long-term growth.” BRP’s marine-related products are captured in ...
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BRP temporarily halts or slows down global operations in response to Covid-19
Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) has announced that, due to the rapid evolution of the COVID-19 situation, the company is temporarily suspending or slowing down all powersports and marine manufacturing operations around the world. These actions, says BRP, will allow the company to evaluate and respond to the changing conditions, as ...
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Nautique shows prototype electric towboat in Seattle
US towboat manufacturer Nautique is making a splash at the Seattle Boat Show this week as it debuts a prototype electric version of its popular Nautique 210 towboat.
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BRP celebrates record Q3
Quebec, Canada-based BRP Inc released third quarter results for its 2019 fiscal year today, celebrating what president and CEO José Boisjoli described as the company’s best third quarter ever with year-over-year increases in total revenues, gross profits, net incomes and EBITA.
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Canadian firm unveils all-electric PWC
Canadian snowmobile manufacturer Taiga Motors has introduced a new all-electric personal watercraft (PWC) that the company describes as “a new segment of personal watercraft, defined by conscious luxury, high performance, and connectivity.”
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Australian start-up unveils electric hydrofoil PWC
Electro.Aero, an Australian start-up based in Perth, has developed what it claims is the world’s first electric hydrofoil personal watercraft – the WaveFlyer.