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Venue, management changes for 2026 Vancouver Boat Show
Western Canada’s largest boat show displaced by FIFA World Cup of Soccer tournament as event production returns to owners
ENVGO raises US$2m seed round investment
Funds will be used to accelerate the market debut of ENVGO’s next-gen hydrofoil boat
German yacht sales portal in double award win
Yachtino was recognised in two categories at Germany’s Best Online Portals 2025 awards
Smartgyro boosts Italian presence with new certified dealer
SV Servizi to offer expert support, installation and specialised aftersales service
Sanguineti doubles revenue and capacity with new HQ
Italian equipment supplier completes move to 8,000m² facility in Casarza Ligure
Perkins to launch new propulsion range
A six-cylinder 249hp engine is one of the three new models currently in development
Rightboat appoints US account manager
Jamie Tate has spent several years in yacht brokerage and marine business development
Sessa Marine strengthens Latin American presence
The F60 made its first appearance in the Americas at the recent Rio Boat Show
BRP to cut 61 jobs at US plant
The Canadian OEM has announced the immediate permanent layoff of 39 workers with the balance coming over the next few weeks
Anura, Warrior partner on first amphibious boats for the UK
The Anura S15 amphibious system will be integrated into upcoming Warrior builds
Twin Vee PowerCats acquires US fishing boat builder
Bahama Boat Works makes centre console offshore fishing boats from 35ft-41ft
China exports to US sink to three-month low
Continued trade tensions see lowest trans-Pacific shipping activity since Covid pandemic
MarineMax opens new Florida marina
The move complements company’s higher-margin revenue streams
Hollywood stars buy Australian SailGP team
Actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman become co-owners of Bonds Flying Roos
Novamarine expands Sardinian production facility
The Italian RIB builder is investing €1.5m in a new building for fibreglass processing
NZ distributor grows account management team
Technical sales expert Mark Hall joins Lusty & Blundell’s Albany headquarters
Beneteau wins innovation award for pioneering circular nautical chain
French builder honoured for driving circularity in boat production
Nimbus appoints first Alukin dealers in the US
Swedish company sees great opportunities for Alukin in the American market
Polish builder plans new sailing model as exports surge
Tes Yacht hopes to launch the new vessel by 2027 at the latest
Fairline recovery in process
New owners reviewing all aspects of the business
Fishing ports could solve Spain’s yacht overcrowding problem
Berth shortages are a particular concern in Malaga and the Andalucia region
NMMA: US boating sees bright spots amidst softening demand
Findings show small glimmers of hope at the top and entry level ends of the market
Avikus receives DNV type certification
Type certification for autonomous navigation platform represents key milestone for HD Hyundai subsidiary
Yamaha collaboration aims to attract more RIB buyers
Yamaha, Island RIBs and Pantaenius UK collaborate to launch new co-branded vessels
Winnebago issues fiscal update
Preliminary Q3 outlook presented ahead of investor conference
Arksen expands with launch of Arksen Pro Division
New division to focus on commercial and defence vessels
New features planned for Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2025
New multihull marina, Spanish website and larger fishing competition in store
Port Denarau Marina may soon have a new majority shareholder
Fijian Holdings plans to acquire 23.5% of PDML, raising its stake to 51%
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Cox Marine, Nimbus, Viken and more
Swiss Ocean Tech completes successful financing round
CHF 3.74m raised to accelerate growth and innovation
Feadship yacht bunkers liquid hydrogen for the first time in Amsterdam
Breakthrough is the first superyacht to integrate a 3.2MW hydrogen fuel cell system that generates electricity without combustion
Bates Wharf Marine Sales co-founder dies
David De Vere passed away this week
New deputy MD at Nimbus
Christina Evans was previously chief commercial officer at Axopar
Viken Group announces leadership change
CFO Anna Silvesjö promoted to CEO
Casa Sanlorenzo opens in Venice
New creative hub is dedicated to the Italian builder’s artistic and cultural initiatives
Vetus makes key promotion
Arnau Lloansí appointed international sales manager of manoeuvring systems
Polish firm to launch new recording device for logging yacht data
The manufacturer is developing its international network ahead of the launch
Sharrow plans US manufacturing network to scale propeller production
The maker of the Sharrow Propeller says increased demand has forced it to seek partners
Italian accessories producer opens new facility
The 2,000m² plant will handle all stages of production, from sheet metal processing to the finished product
Appointment at Yamaha Marine Rotational Molders
Larry Price named manufacturing manager for Yamaha US plastics division
Trump – China tariff tiff reheating?
Export restrictions at core of latest trade spat between world’s two largest economies
IBI Summit – Final Countdown Begins
McKinsey charts course for the boat builder of the future
Webasto makes progress in restructuring efforts
German engineered component manufacturer anticipates completion of reorganisation initiative on schedule despite dynamic trade environment
Plans for large Welsh marina now in doubt
Port owner Associated British Ports withdraws support
National Vehicle enters marine market, selects Boats Group as marketplace partner
The US firm is now listing boats on Boat Trader and boats.com
Exhibitor expectations met at Finland’s Naantali Boat Show
This is the first year the show was held under Finnboat’s leadership
UK exempted from new Trump steel and aluminium tariffs
Tariff rate for UK metals to remain at 25% until at least July 9
Vetus M-Line engines with water-cooled cover fit on Volvo Pentas
Dutch manufacturer of boat systems unveils new Vetus Connection Kit
Shockwave expands distribution in southern Europe
Shockwave products to be distributed in Balkans by Torden Marine
Naples holds America’s Cup launch ceremony
Team NZ and representatives from the Italian and French AC teams in attendance
New Indian Ocean Summit to encourage sustainable marine tourism
CMISL and IODA to share in gathering in Sri Lanka on Saturday
Cox Marine makes key leadership changes, names new CEO
The transition is designed to spearhead future growth
Viam, Viking Yachts announce robotic sanding partnership
Viam’s technology will help Viking work smarter, faster and more efficiently
Teakdecking Systems brings European distribution in-house
TDS will appoint a network of regional distributors across Europe, enabling more localised service and stronger support
Trump steel, aluminium tariff hikes to take effect Wednesday
Latest increase will impose 50% tariff on all steel, aluminium imported into the US driving up costs on wide range of goods
Bahamas boating sector reacts to proposed new environmental measures
New policies and regulations met by scepticism from some industry insiders
Moonen Yachts sells seventh hull in its Martinique series to US client
The 37.4m Moonen-122 Martinique is scheduled for delivery later this year
Long-distance regatta for unmanned autonomous vessels planned for Spain
The inaugural Micro Ruta de la Sal will be held in April next year
IBEX 2025 Innovation Awards open to entries
Excellence in product innovation recognised in 14 different categories
GMBA hires marine certification expert
The appointment was driven by the industry’s need for specialised skills in yacht certification, marine engineering, and regulatory expertise
Finnmaster expands dealer network across Europe, Middle East and SE Asia
The Finnish builder is looking to strengthen its presence in fast-growing boating regions
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