International Boat Industry

New boat sales have plateaued, but rising demand for berths, charters, and subcontracting underscores the sector’s evolving growth potential

Design & Technology

How voice and gesture tech is revolutionising boating

By Craig Ritchie

For years we talked about how easy it is to operate onboard controls ‘at the push of a button’. But with advancements in voice control and gesture control technology, could the days of buttons, switches and other physical controls be numbered?

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IBEX 2025 Industry Breakfast: NMMA’s Hugelmeyer calls for innovation amid market headwinds

Opening IBEX 2025, Frank Hugelmeyer highlighted the boating industry’s core challenges and urged companies to innovate or risk being disrupted

IBEX Innovation Awards - winners revealed
2025-10-07T15:42:00+01:00
Damen Yachting sea-trials largest Amels Full Custom yacht
2025-10-07T14:56:00+01:00By Robert Wielaard
Walstrom Marine names new president
2025-10-07T14:27:00+01:00
Wellcraft expands presence in Spain with new official dealer
2025-10-07T11:30:00+01:00
Portonovi Montenegro strengthens leadership team
2025-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By Neil Eaves
New manager for International Multihull Show
2025-10-07T11:30:00+01:00By Ricard Bracons

Davco launches Davit in a Box kits
2025-10-07T11:30:00+01:00
Important changes planned for Sindalah Island luxury destination
2025-10-07T11:30:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
Zodiac expands range with new X9CC
2025-10-07T11:30:00+01:00
Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show to host over 50 yachts in Dubai Creek Marina
2025-10-06T15:47:00+01:00
Spanish brokerage opens new group headquarters
2025-10-06T14:32:00+01:00

Shockwave grows US distribution
2025-10-06T13:48:00+01:00
BIA backs campaign to promote responsible boat ownership
2025-10-06T13:00:00+01:00
Dutch millionaire cancels Amsterdam ‘Superyacht Tech Campus’ project
2025-10-06T11:30:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Robert Wielaard
Ancasta posts record autumn boat show sales, speeds up European expansion
2025-10-06T11:30:00+01:00
ICOMIA World Marinas Conference relocates to new venue
2025-10-06T11:30:00+01:00

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Still waters as buyers press pause

Wait-and-see attitude spreads as boat market cools

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Green Technologies

NAFILean blends natural materials for visually appealing parts

The French composites specialist Materi’act has developed a biocomposite made from recycled plastics with 20% natural fibre for parts that ‘make biomass visible.’

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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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Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Sunseeker International in negotiations to acquire Sunseeker London
> Subscriber-only, By Nick Hopkinson
Discussions are thought to be at an advanced stage
US dealer expands Southwest Florida footprint with latest acquisition
> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves
The sale is expected to close imminently
Rand Boats files for bankruptcy in Denmark
> Subscriber-only, By Lars-Åke Redéen
The Danish electric boat builder has been declared bankrupt following heavy debts and a failed reconstruction attempt earlier this summer

UK chandler acquires local boat maintenance firm
The move marks the latest milestone in Marine Chandlery’s growth strategy
Penguin Refrigeration, Kuranda UK merge under new brand
Penguin Kuranda brings together two established specialists in the marine and RV sectors
Bass Pro Shops acquires Hobie kayak brand
Production to move to US from existing Mexico facility

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Flat sales and rising costs test marine sector
2025-08-21T10:55:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Kim Hollamby
With new boat sales subdued, unsold stock mounting and value-conscious buyers reshaping demand, the UK’s marine industry is adjusting course
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Third time lucky for Paris show?
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Why November’s new Paris Nautic Show is here to stay

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Latest Boat Launch News

Zodiac expands range with new X9CC
The 8.6 m RIB brings the X10CC’s design into a more compact, versatile package
Sunreef Yachts unveils new 65m flagship
The Sunreef 65m Explorer is said to be the world’s largest luxury catamaran
Benetti introduces two new models at Monaco Yacht Show
Italian builder adds the B. Now 52 and B. Loft 58 to its model range
Moonen Yachts unveils new flagship model at Monaco
The 40m Moonen 133 Mallorca combines advanced engineering and modern design
Wider launches Oceans 47 in Monaco alongside partners
OceanWorld from Dubai and Vripack share in under-500 GT yacht project
Kinetic Catamarans unveils new K6 performance cruising cat
Production is set to begin in January next year, with the yard currently focused on building tooling and establishing processes
Pearl Yachts previews Pearl 100 Hybrid, its largest and first hybrid model
The 30m raised philothouse superyacht was presented at Cannes last week
Evene Tenders debuts Origin series at Cannes Yachting Festival
The Origin 57 and 71 combine innovative hull technology, sustainable materials, and luxury design, setting a new benchmark for performance superyacht tenders
Aquila Power Catamarans enters sailing market
CEO Frank Xiong says the expansion marks the next phase in Aquila’s development as a global boat manufacturer

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