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FeatureGreen Manufacturing Technology | IBI Sector Spotlight
Moving to sustainable manufacturing: Adopting more sustainable solutions in manufacturing can reap unexpected rewards, especially with today’s climate-conscious and connected customer
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FeatureGreen Tech Start-ups | IBI Sector Spotlight
From propulsion systems to autonomous drones to full production boats, start-up businesses are unleashing a torrent of innovation with one eye on sustainability and the other on capturing share in the global leisure marine industry; IBI provides an A-Z overview of companies emerging in the industry spotlight
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FeatureBoat Stabilisers | Sector Spotlight
Rapid Response: Stabiliser OEMs have taken advantage of a new generation of extra-fast electric actuators and more compact gyroscopes to give boat owners a steady platform, even when anchored
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FeatureUSA Equipment Market | Overview
Race to the Top: From Covid resurgences to supply chain upheavals to war in Ukraine, onboard equipment manufacturers faced immense challenges in 2022. Their response has been a flood of innovation embracing new technology and new ideas to capture market share
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FeatureEquipment: Perfect storm approaches but industry holds firm
Boom times may be receding in the rear view mirror, but despite recession looming and consumers tightening their wallets, Dutch equipment players continue to hunt the positives
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FeatureProfile | James Heintz discusses BRP’s new vision for propulsion
After exiting the outboard engine market in 2020, BRP returns with an all-new Rotax platform which it believes could revolutionize the outboard power segment; BRP Global Product Strategy Director James Heintz discusses the thinking behind the company’s new ‘stealth technology’
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FeatureHighfield unveils five new models for 2023
Two new Highfield RIBs from the Sport range – the Sport 900 and Sport 760 – will make their North American debut at the Fort Lauderdale show
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FeatureProfile | Yamaha casts a wider net
A planned expansion to Yamaha’s US casting plant brings supply assurance for stainless steel propellers while allowing the company to grow new revenue streams through contract casting opportunities
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FeatureNew Highfield family RIB to debut at Southampton Boat Show
The new Sport 760 family RIB joins the Highfield Range with its first unveiling at Southampton
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FeatureNew Highfield family RIB to debut at Southampton Boat Show
The new Sport 760 family RIB joins the Highfield Range with its first unveiling at Southampton
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FeatureWhere will consumer demand for boats go next?
IBI has been taking the latest pulse on the market with in-depth coverage of Q2 financial reports from all the major industry players around the world, including CEO comments to analysts; most of them had something to say about consumer demand…
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FeatureMarineMax super-charges its global position in yachting
In a move that further diversifies its portfolio, America’s largest boat dealer group, MarineMax, announced it is adding IGY Marinas to the company’s existing marina and services business
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FeatureRIB manufacturer triples capacity at new state-of-the-art facility
An extra 17,000m² was recently added to the factory floor
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FeatureRIB manufacturer triples capacity at new state-of-the-art facility
An extra 17,000m² was recently added to the factory floor
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FeatureHighfield Boats partners with Suzuki
to supply 51 race support boatsHighfield RIBS equipped with Suzuki outboards will once again feature in the starting-line action of the 2022 Route du Rhum single-handed race
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FeatureDecking for the future - The Choices
Decks can be covered in a wide range of materials, from natural wood to non-slip paint. Here is an overview of what is available, and their average density
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FeatureDecking for the future
The need for an attractive, non-slip surface underfoot has led to several innovations in hard-wearing, UV-stable materials. With an increasing trend towards sustainable and lightweight products, there is now plenty of choice for the boatbuilder
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FeatureNew shiplifts provide valuable capacity boost to Med superyacht refit yards
Over the past three years new shiplifts in Spain, Italy and Turkey have provided a significant boost to the capacity of superyacht refit and new-build facilities in the Mediterranean. The latest such lift is due to be commissioned in September at La Ciotat in France where it will be operated ...
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FeatureMarket Update | Gulf market primed for major growth
The Gulf leisure boating market is on the cusp of a boom on the back of record oil and gas prices. IBI takes the soundings on future prospects
