All articles by Belinda Snell
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PolandInside Poland’s precision-engineered yacht factory
IBI toured the Galeon Yachts facility in Wiślinka to see how in-house innovation and precision engineering have transformed the shipyard into a manufacturing powerhouse
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ArticleMetstrade 2026 - 35th DAME Design Awards launches with sustainability focus
Metstrade exhibitors can now submit entries for the 2026 DAME Design Awards, with organisers introducing a sustainability training programme for shortlisted companies
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ArticleUniversities take centre stage at Metstrade’s Future Marine Lab
Expanded initiative aims to connect academic innovation with industry expertise as sector faces talent and sustainability challenges
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NewsX Shore CEO on restructuring, rebuilding trust, and the electric boating future
René Hansen speaks exclusively to IBI about the company’s emergence from bankruptcy, the new ownership structure backing its recovery, and his vision for leading the transition to electric boating across global markets
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NewsNew Ferretti Group CEO outlines vision for market growth
Nine days into his role, Stassi Anastassov shared his strategy at the Venice Boat Show, targeting new wealth creators while balancing artistry, technology, and Italian heritage
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NewsVenice Boat Show opens seventh edition at historic Arsenale
The marine industry gathered at Venice’s Arsenale today as the 7th Salone Nautico launched with 300 vessels on display
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GermanyEquipment: Driving innovation in a fast-evolving market
From electric propulsion systems to advanced yacht integration, German equipment manufacturers are leading the way in sustainability, efficiency, and tailored solutions for global growth
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ItalyItalian equipment firms tackle challenges, embrace growth
By enhancing efficiency, expanding production capabilities, and focusing on customer needs, industry leaders are positioning themselves for steady growth in 2026
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SpainSpanish boating market adjusts to post-boom reality
But signs of stability are emerging, as marinas and service businesses thrive
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FranceFrench boating market navigates turbulent waters
The industry faces headwinds amid hope for revival
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GermanyGerman equipment: Wait and see as Trump threatens hammer blow
Trying to make sense of new punitive tariffs imposed by the Trump administration has manufacturers in limbo, with supply chains once again coming under the spotlight
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ItalyItalian equipment suppliers pivot to top end as small boat sales slump
Manufacturers look to the future with investments in R&D, sustainability and smart technologies in race for marketshare
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InterviewBuilding on the ultimate platform
Fresh from the success of a record-breaking Metstrade, IBI sat down with Niels Klarenbeek, Director of Metstrade, and Patricia Becker, Exhibition Manager, to discuss the event’s highlights, challenges, and future plans
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SpainCharter sector takes hit as market stabilises
The Spanish leisure marine market is showing signs of stabilisation in 2024 following several years of accelerated growth.
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NetherlandsMarinas, yacht services provide antidote as boat sales plummet
Dutch watersports and recreation lobby, HISWA-RECRON, is reporting a mixed picture for the Netherlands in 2024.
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Germany
Refit and repair at the fore as boat sales, charter plunge
Whether sailboats or motorboats, all segments of the German marine market were down in 2023 and business is still very poor. “Sometimes you even hear of boats being sold below cost, which companies claim is a way of securing their liquidity.
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ArticleOverview: Hopes rest on fragile recovery
While the general economic outlook shows signs of improving, potentially boosting consumer confidence going into 2025, known unknowns continue to cast a shadow
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NewsStrong turnout for 5th Venice Boat Show with sustainability at the fore
Exhibitors speak to IBI about the level of customer interest at this year’s show
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