All articles by Craig Ritchie – Page 10
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News
Polaris Marine to focus on mid-range pontoons through winter US shows
New Bennington, Godfrey mid-range product expected to drive winter boat show activity with enhanced focus on value
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News
Thermavance works to build European exports
US marine seat temperature control system builder finding ‘significant interest’ among EU boatbuilders
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Interview
Aine Denari | CTO, EVP | Brunswick Corp
Named Brunswick Corp chief technology officer and executive vice president in August while assuming further new responsibilities as president of its Navico Group business unit, Aine Denari is expected to lead the next phase of evolution for Brunswick’s technology business.
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News
KVH to sell plant, HQ
US satcom firm moves forward on asset sales as part of overall corporate refocus
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News
New Florida supermarket includes boat parking
A newly opened Publix market in Hollywood Beach becomes the first US supermarket to offer boat dockage for shoppers
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Inboard engines
Could nuclear micro-reactors find a future in boating?
Used to power warships for 70 years, nuclear reactors could play a role in propelling large, luxury yachts as an emission-free alternative to traditional internal combustion engines
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Hydrogen
New sensing tech to improve hydrogen gas safety
With growing interest in the use of hydrogen gas as a fuel in marine applications, new sensing technology to detect fuel leaks aims to allay safety concerns
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Battery Technologies
Batteries made from rice
US researchers say that burnt rice hulls could become a key ingredient in future battery designs
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Asia Pacific
Australia and New Zealand primed for growth in 2025
As the market normalises following a lacklustre 2024, IBI reports on market prospects Down Under for the year ahead
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News
Dometic announces global restructuring program
Refocus on product range, closure of two manufacturing sites and five distribution centers to impact about 500 employees
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Opinion
Return of the pocket cruiser
As growing numbers of younger buyers enter the US boat market, a shift in customer preference is renewing appetite for a once near-extinct category – the small cruiser
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Battery Technologies
Overcoming battery range anxiety
The biggest impediment to more widespread adoption of electric propulsion may lie in the way we position battery capacity, with a continual focus on operation at wide open throttle. Could education to better inform buyers’ attitudes be the key to adoption gains?
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News
Chicago Navy Pier to host new boat show in August
With marina construction finally underway, event organiser announces plans to host a new summer boat show at downtown Chicago’s newest boating facility
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News
Davco signs US distribution agreement with SeaWide
New representation agreement seen as key to expanding OEM, aftermarket sales on innovative AquaChocks line
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News
Innovation key to return to profitability for Johnson Outdoors
Stock slides, rebounds following Q4 earnings release as US marine electronics, equipment manufacturer plans for new product launches in stabilising market
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Suntex to develop Dallas-area marina
US marina operator contracted to develop new The Tribute Marina on Lake Lewisville
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News
Cruisers Yachts expands southeast US distribution
MarineMax to represent Wisconsin-based yacht builder in key Gulf Coast markets
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News
Correct Craft board chair Ken Meloon to retire
US boatbuilder’s longest-serving employee to retire following 64 years of service
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News
NMMA acquires Mid-Atlantic Boat Show
Charlotte, North Carolina event said to complement existing NMMA lineup of large shows in major urban centres
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News
Higher Q4 revenues close a difficult year for Johnson Outdoors
Full-year revenues down 11% as equipment manufacturer posts US$43.5m operating loss for FY2024