International Boat Industry

The Brazilian nautical industry is navigating a complex landscape of opportunities and obstacles, balancing innovation, sustainability, and international expansion. IBI takes a closer look at how the country’s leading shipyards are charting their course

USA

Sanitation: All the comforts of home

> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

More sustainable designs with residential aesthetics advance the head equipment segment

Latest News

Final call: Last chance to buy tickets for 11th Boat Builder Awards

Industry’s premier celebration takes place tomorrow night in Amsterdam with 34 companies competing and Michelin-starred dining

Changing consumer attitudes
2025-11-18T16:35:00+00:00
2025 DAME Design Award winners revealed
2025-11-18T16:18:00+00:00
Metstrade keynote: Le Boat MD outlines global expansion as boating holidays attract new audiences
2025-11-18T14:53:00+00:00> Subscriber-only
Nautical Ventures sees 40% growth in FLIBS sales
2025-11-18T14:44:00+00:00By Tony Esposito
ExploMar closes over US$10m financing to accelerate global expansion
2025-11-18T13:44:00+00:00
AkzoNobel completes $25bn merger creating global coatings leader
2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00By Robert Wielaard

Van der Valk’s third Jangada validates wisdom of 2024 MBO
2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00
Azimut Yachts expands partnership with Canadian dealer
2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00
3rd Superyacht Summit Türkiye reveals industry’s strategic ambitions
2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00
Nautical sector “red tape” sees yachts and boats fleeing Italian flag
2025-11-18T12:30:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Burgess Group acquired by US ‘new breed’ investment business Ancient
2025-11-17T16:37:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

Safe Harbor to purchase US shipyard?
2025-11-17T15:10:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
ICOMIA names new sustaining member
2025-11-17T13:43:00+00:00
Athena Racing appoints world-renowned sailor as CEO
2025-11-17T13:30:00+00:00
Sunseeker’s CEO to leave; Boatbuilder issues statement
2025-11-17T13:16:00+00:00
South African composites supplier opens Cape Town head office
2025-11-17T12:30:00+00:00

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Netherlands

Equipment: Accessory makers put focus on large yachts

Despite the ongoing market downturn, demand for larger boats remains strong, prompting many Dutch accessory producers to focus on superyacht and megayacht builders. Company representatives say that in a highly competitive market, expanding portfolios with innovative products is key to staying ahead.

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Green Technologies

NAFILean blends natural materials for visually appealing parts

The French composites specialist Materi’act has developed a biocomposite made from recycled plastics with 20% natural fibre for parts that ‘make biomass visible.’

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Sustainability Latest

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Electrification

Could Boat-to-Grid technology transform the electric boat sector?

How a collaboration between one green tech company, an energy supplier and Volvo Penta could revolutionise the boating business

Stabilisation

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Stabilisation

The self-levelling yacht - CMC Marine spearheads use of advanced sensor tech

> Subscriber-only, By Jake Kavanagh

Harnessing artificial intelligence with powerful and responsive actuators and hydrodynamic comtrol surfaces can eliminate much of the movement associated with seasickness

ZeroJet enters into supply partnership with Highfield Boats

By Craig Ritchie

French-Chinese RIB manufacturer to offer New Zealand-made ZeroJet electric jet propulsion system with 2023 product line

IBI Presents

The case for pure water onboard

FPT Industrial ‘fully committed’ to innovative marine propulsion solutions

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

AkzoNobel completes $25bn merger creating global coatings leader
Industry analysts call it a transformative deal for the sector
Burgess Group acquired by US ‘new breed’ investment business Ancient
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
US business a long-term investor in building enduring platforms in specialty finance
Safe Harbor to purchase US shipyard?
> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Unconfirmed reports suggest the Maine facility could become the latest addition to the marina operator’s expanding portfolio

Leviton acquires International Dock Products
Strategic acquisition said to strengthen Leviton’s marine portfolio with dockside power and accessory product
Italian outfitter buys four firms to create new shipbuilding hub
De Wave Group now covers every stage of design, production, assembly and installation
Yamaha Motor to merge Finnish and Scandinavian divisions
> Subscriber-only, By Lars-Åke Redéen
The merger is set to take place later in 2025

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Latest Market Intelligence

Omaya Yachts and its fresh take on the catamaran
2025-10-21T09:27:00+01:00By Ed Slack
Making its global debut at Cannes, Bulgarian shipyard Omaya Yachts unveiled the Omaya 50 – a sleek, performance-focused catamaran. CEO Kaloyan Radulov reflects on the company’s journey from newcomer to serious contender in the luxury multihull market
Flat sales and rising costs test marine sector
2025-08-21T10:55:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Kim Hollamby
With new boat sales subdued, unsold stock mounting and value-conscious buyers reshaping demand, the UK’s marine industry is adjusting course
Driving business across the world’s leisure marine industry
2025-08-12T07:38:00+01:00By IBI Editorial Team
Metstrade 2025 is bigger, smarter, and more global than ever – your essential gateway to marine innovation, market insights, and unmatched networking. In a fast-changing industry, this is where the future takes shape

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Latest Boat Launch News

Saffier Yachts launches SE 28 Leopard, ‘most versatile daysailer’ on market
The 8.5m yacht will make its world premiere at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Maritimo unveils new S50 Sedan at Sydney on-water show
New yacht includes a number of design features and reflects brand’s forward movement
Polish builder launches two new models amid rising UK, Spanish demand
> Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski
A third model is now in development for future release
Elan returns to boat building with new high-performance cruiser
New model signals the company’s fresh strategy and re-entry into the market, backed by advanced composite engineering and owner-operated bluewater capability
Mulder Design, Flynt Yachts jointly unveil Flynt Revolante 48
The new Flynt flagship expands the brand’s fast dayboat offering to owners in both Europe and North America
New Italian yacht brand to have global debut at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Rosario Alcaro’s new venture, Marcopolo Adventure Yachts, has already begun construction of its first two models
Maltese builder unveils new flagship
> Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski
The Petecraft 355 HC made its debut appearance at the 2025 Malta Boat Show
Revolution Marine Group unveils double debut at FLIBS
Global debut of Oceanwalker S60 Revolution Edition and US premiere of Heritage 36 draw FLIBS crowds
Polish builder targets Mediterranean growth with new motoryacht
Pegazus has rolled out its new Pegazus 500 in Bow Rider and Central Console versions

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