All Boatbuilders articles – Page 8
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Conrad Shipyard targets luxury growth with tailored approach
CEO Mikołaj Krol outlines how in-house production and deep client involvement have helped the Polish yard differentiate itself in a competitive segment
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Balance Catamarans launches first Balance 750 in Cape Town
The new model is the South African yard’s most ambitious performance catamaran yet
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HanseYachts reports improved profitability despite revenue decline
Preliminary figures show a return to sustainable operating performance
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E-Force Marine evolves from propulsion to package
CEO Al Haghayegh explains to IBI how a pandemic project sparked the launch of a new electric catamaran with hybrid options
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Axopar appoints exclusive electric boat dealer in Turkey
Yatmatal Marine is the Turkish dealer for Evoy electric motors and now adds Axopar’s AX/E electric boats to its portfolio
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South African yard launches first custom 65ft cruising yacht
The commissioning team hopes to complete work by mid-August
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Building through the downturn: How Finnmaster is turning slow times into smart growth
Despite a tough year for global boatbuilders, Finland’s Finnmaster Boats hasn’t stood still. From expanding into new markets and investing in R&D, to unveiling fresh models and embracing sustainability, the company is using the downturn as a launchpad for long-term success. COO Pia Niska and sales manager Sami Selio share ...
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Lifting the veil: Dutch superyacht industry opens up to public scrutiny
Oceanco CEO casts light on the sector’s secrecy in a rare interview with a Rotterdam daily
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Nimbus delivers stable Q2 results despite challenging conditions
Turnover down 8% in the second quarter of 2025, reflecting continued economic uncertainty in key markets
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New Italian RIB brand to launch at Cannes
Four customisable RIB models will debut at the show in September, including two cabin versions designed for flexible layouts and year-round use
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HopYacht appoints exclusive Spanish dealer
Tarraco Yachts will represent the South African cat builder in Spain
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From shipyard to strategy: HanseYachts plots bold course under new ownership
New majority owner Andreas Müller and CEO Hanjo Runde speak to IBI News about unleashing entrepreneurial agility, scaling in the US, and why the future of boatbuilding lies beyond the hull
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Princess Motor Yacht Sales grows presence in southern Spain
UK firm appoints new dealer partner in Cartagena and Alicante
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Elvene Boats debuts new solar-electric model
The Finnish builder is planning to add further models to its range next year
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Wally unveils second wallywind110 ahead of world premiere
The sailing yacht is set to have its global debut in Costa Smeralda next month
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SABBEX says US tariffs would hurt both SA and US due to sector interdependence
South Africa’s boat building industry is heavily reliant on US components
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Leopard Catamarans adopts ‘single shot’ hull infusion
New construction technique advances builder’s manufacturing capabilities
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IBI Summit: Reinventing the boat building business model - key takeaways
IBI Editor Ed Slack was joined by Azimut | Benetti CEO Marco Valle; Beneteau boat Group CEO, Gianguido Girotti; Sunreef co-founder Nicolas Lapp; and Axopar co-founder, Jan-Erik Viitala, to discuss balancing innovation, cost, and customization in the opening IBI Summit panel discussion
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Former HanseYachts exec appointed CEO of Oyster Yachts
Stefan Zimmermann Zschocke to guide UK boat builder’s next phase of growth