All articles by Craig Ritchie – Page 35
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Inboard enginesCould 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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HydrogenNew 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 TechnologiesBatteries made from rice
US researchers say that burnt rice hulls could become a key ingredient in future battery designs
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Asia PacificAustralia 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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NewsDometic 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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OpinionReturn 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 TechnologiesOvercoming 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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NewsChicago 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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NewsDavco 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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NewsInnovation 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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NewsSuntex to develop Dallas-area marina
US marina operator contracted to develop new The Tribute Marina on Lake Lewisville
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NewsCruisers Yachts expands southeast US distribution
MarineMax to represent Wisconsin-based yacht builder in key Gulf Coast markets
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NewsCorrect Craft board chair Ken Meloon to retire
US boatbuilder’s longest-serving employee to retire following 64 years of service
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NewsNMMA 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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NewsHigher 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
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NewsLinamar, Honda collaborate to produce McLaren 300hp outboard
Official licensed product agreement to provide new option for boatbuilders in 2025
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NewsPalm Beach marina expands
Safe Harbor Rybovich – Berth One adds 390ft of floating docks from SF Marina
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NewsTough Q3 for BRP
Layoffs, divesture of boat brands underscore difficult third quarter for Sea-Doo parent
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NewsFort Lauderdale development to include marina opportunity
New US$1.5bn Nautico District condo development to include boat dockage, contracted concierge service
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Outboard enginesMAN advances ammonia engine testing
Two-stroke engine testing in Copenhagen marks important milestone on path to dual-fuel ME-LGIA development









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