David Robinson
David Robinson is a long-standing professional marine industry journalist writing on the global leisure marine business for the last 20 years. He continues to travel widely to boat shows and other marine industry events across the world, getting face-to-face with the companies and people making the news.
NewsFerrari-backed Hypersail foiling yacht due for completion next year
Unnamed Italian yard begins work on advanced offshore yacht, launch expected in 2026
NewsCdM expands Ancona operations with three new build sheds
New facility described as a “many thousands of euros” investment
NewsRevolution Marine Group debuts new solar-powered cat
Delivery of the first hull is scheduled for April next year
NewsRecovered Bayesian to hit land today after being lifted over the weekend
The 56m sail superyacht will be placed in a special cradle at the port of Termini Imerese
NewsBlue Flag awards recognise 736 marinas in 34 countries
158 tourist boats in 10 countries also secure accreditation
News2025 King’s Birthday Honours include several UK boating figures
Ocean Youth Trust South CEO receives MBE; MIA president Andrew Chapman made Member of the Order of Australia
NewsGrand Banks completes purchase of Rhode Island properties
The acquisitions will provide a new sales and service centre for the group and significantly expand the group’s presence in the US market
Superyacht TechnologyRefit Revolution - Superyacht sector shifts focus
The superyacht refit sector is now a top industry priority, sparking deeper conversations and innovative thinking as stakeholders seek smart solutions to the complex challenges ahead
NewsCanadian firm buys Ricardo in £281m deal
The company that helped develop the Cox diesel engine has been taken over
Asia PacificAsia-Pacific’s superyacht boom fuels demand for local refit and repair
The growing number of superyachts cruising the Asia-Pacific region is driving the need for more infrastructure
Middle EastRed Sea and Arab Gulf set for superyacht boom as new refit and repair hubs emerge
The region is poised for a major surge in superyacht activity, driven by ambitious developments and growing demand for luxury cruising
NewsPort Denarau Marina may soon have a new majority shareholder
Fijian Holdings plans to acquire 23.5% of PDML, raising its stake to 51%
NewsArksen expands with launch of Arksen Pro Division
New division to focus on commercial and defence vessels
NewsNew Indian Ocean Summit to encourage sustainable marine tourism
CMISL and IODA to share in gathering in Sri Lanka on Saturday
NewsItalian marina nearly fully restored after 2018 storm damage
Major restoration of Carlo Riva Port in Rapallo makes city a key boating destination
NewsAlbania grows yachting sector with new boat show
The 1st Balkans Sea Fair was held at Marina Orikum last month
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