International Boat Industry

A boatbuilder’s journey - Gulf Craft's Mohammed Al Shaali

2025-04-28T08:47:00+01:00By Mike Derrett

Gulf Craft chairman, Mohammed Al Shaali, reflects on 40-plus years in the industry, development of the Middle East market, and the boatbuilder’s future plans

Paints and Coatings

Tech advances and environmental awareness driving innovation

2025-04-29T07:21:00+01:00

Technological advances, regulatory pressures and environmental awareness continue to drive innovation and product refinement in the ever improving marine coatings sector

BRP to cut 61 jobs at US plant

> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito

The Canadian OEM has announced the immediate permanent layoff of 39 workers with the balance coming over the next few weeks

Anura, Warrior partner on first amphibious boats for the UK
2025-06-09T14:40:00+01:00
Twin Vee PowerCats acquires US fishing boat builder
2025-06-09T14:14:00+01:00By Tony Esposito
China exports to US sink to three-month low
2025-06-09T13:54:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
MarineMax opens new Florida marina
2025-06-09T12:32:00+01:00
Hollywood stars buy Australian SailGP team
2025-06-09T11:30:00+01:00By Neil Eaves
Novamarine expands Sardinian production facility
2025-06-09T11:30:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves

NZ distributor grows account management team
2025-06-09T11:30:00+01:00
Beneteau wins innovation award for pioneering circular nautical chain
2025-06-09T11:30:00+01:00
Nimbus appoints first Alukin dealers in the US
2025-06-09T11:30:00+01:00
Polish builder plans new sailing model as exports surge
2025-06-09T11:30:00+01:00
Fairline recovery in process
2025-06-06T15:09:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Nick Hopkinson

Fishing ports could solve Spain’s yacht overcrowding problem
2025-06-06T14:59:00+01:00
NMMA: US boating sees bright spots amidst softening demand
2025-06-06T14:23:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Avikus receives DNV type certification
2025-06-06T13:14:00+01:00
Yamaha collaboration aims to attract more RIB buyers
2025-06-06T13:08:00+01:00
Winnebago issues fiscal update
2025-06-06T13:01:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

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IBI Q&A – Discussing the Future of Marinas: An Interview with D-Marin

2025-04-24T10:51:00+01:00Brought to you by D-Marin

Dean Smith, Chief Commercial Officer at D-Marin

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New technologies, strategies and collaborations are positioning the inboard engine segment for sustained, long-term growth

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The self-levelling yacht - CMC Marine spearheads use of advanced sensor tech

> Subscriber-only, By Jake Kavanagh

Harnessing artificial intelligence with powerful and responsive actuators and hydrodynamic comtrol surfaces can eliminate much of the movement associated with seasickness

ZeroJet enters into supply partnership with Highfield Boats

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French-Chinese RIB manufacturer to offer New Zealand-made ZeroJet electric jet propulsion system with 2023 product line

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Lectrotab acquires US trim tab specialist
The company has bought the assets of Smart Tabs manufacturer Nauticus Inc
New Jersey dealer buys marina for US$5.2m
> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Acquisition brings new business opportunities with expanded storage space and facilities for larger boats

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2024-12-12T09:18:00+00:00

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D-Marin's Dean Smith on the future of marinas
2025-04-23T12:25:00+01:00Brought to you by D-Marin
Dean Smith, Chief Commercial Officer at D-Marin
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2025-04-24T10:51:00+01:00Brought to you by D-Marin
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D-Marin: The fastest-growing brand in the marina industry is exhibiting at Boot Düsseldorf 2025
2025-01-15T12:11:00+00:00Brought to you by D-Marin
D-Marin, the selection of premium marinas, will showcase its latest developments and innovations at BOOT Düsseldorf 2025.

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Polish builder plans new sailing model as exports surge
Tes Yacht hopes to launch the new vessel by 2027 at the latest
New South African yard launches first sport catamaran
Torhamer Marine was founded by Polish businessman Maciej Chamerski
Feadship’s latest: an almost 80m explorer yacht for a repeat client
Valor will attend the Monaco Yacht Show and compete for a World Superyacht Award
CRN delivers Project Maranello
The 67m Amor à Vida is now cruising the Med
Lazzara enters expedition superyacht market
The US builder has just sold its largest yacht to date
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The 14.5m flagship stands out for its vast spaces
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The Adventure 780 is the builder’s first steel-hulled explorer yacht
Green Dream expands solar-electric boat range
The Polish builder has added two new models to its portfolio amid rising sales
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