Seeing the light: at the cutting edge of underwater lighting
A prime example of cross platform connectivity is Lumishore’s Lumi-Link system which uses HTML5 as a protocol, which makes it much easier to carry more data, whilst having the added benefit of being simple to upgrade through a black box.
New boat brand offers sneak preview of 'game-changing' 62 footer
Described as a ‘Multispace Yacht’, newly formed Cetera Yachts claims to have re-written the rule book when it comes to interior space onboard
Fairline adds dealer for Finland and Estonia
MP Yachts OY will trade as Fairline Finland
Ferretti Group sees deliveries and orders climb
Italian builder claims current production value of over 650 million euros
SailTime opens third location in Europe
Boat membership franchise opens in Concarneau, France, months after first European expansion into Italy
Two named to Michigan Boating Hall of Fame
Two veteran members of the state’s marine industry were inducted into the Michigan Boating Hall of Fame recently, one posthumously.
Dubai SY summit to be held in February
The Dubai International Superyacht Summit (DISS) will celebrate its second edition next year on February 27 and 28 on the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) moored in Mina Rashid Port in Dubai under the patronage of P&O Marinas. The summit takes place during the Dubai International Boat Show to maximise ...
Mia Vikner joins Marine Jet Power
Sweden-based propulsion systems manufacturer Marine Jet Power has named Mia Vikner as its new chief operating officer. Vikner assumes responsibility for operational efficiencies as well as process implementation to drive the continued growth of the company, which manufactures waterjet propulsion systems for performance yachts and commercial vessels.
Sea Ray reports strong autumn boat show season
Growth attributed to new models and new technology
Feadship | Tom de Vries
Feadship MD on the need to connect with a new generation
Correct Craft | Bill Yeargin
The Correct Craft CEO on tariffs, going global and how to solve one of the industry’s most pressing challenges
IBI TV
Winners & Highlights of the 2018 Boat Builder Awards
A record total of 15 winning companies and individuals, plus 12 honourable mentions, were announced last night at the 2018 Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, held in association with Raymarine. In a fitting finale for the evening, more than 350 guests witnessed an evening celebrating the industry’s many successes ...
Upcoming Events
Paris Boat Show
8-16 December 2018, Paris, France
Thailand Yacht Show and Rendezvous
10-13 January 2019, Phuket, Thailand
Nashville Boat Show
10-13 January 2019, Tennessee, USA
Paints & Coatings
All the coatings manufacturers we spoke to spotted similar trends – a shift towards ‘cash rich, time poor’ lifestyles means that many boat owners want their coatings applied professionally, and with access to a wide palette of custom colours
Connectivity
Boat buyers increasingly want ‘smarter’ boats, with every system accessible from centralised screens and remote devices. Jake Kavanagh reviews the latest trends in connectivity, from helm station to fridge freezer.
