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New state-of-the-art facilities and a series of fruitful collaborations are helping to drive Vetus’s business and product ambitions into an exciting new era

Superyacht Technology

Refit Revolution - Superyacht sector shifts focus

> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson

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

Beneteau sales dip 16% in Q2, but order intake rises ahead of 2025 recovery

The French boat builder anticipates a return to growth in the second half of the year as demand stabilises

U-Boat Worx restructures, names new CEO
2025-07-25T13:23:00+01:00
MJM Yachts signs Great Lakes dealer
2025-07-25T12:01:00+01:00By Craig Ritchie
Cantiere Nautico Trimarchi owner killed in motorbike accident
2025-07-25T11:57:00+01:00By Ricard Bracons
EBI fighting the good fight in Brussels, sees some success
2025-07-25T11:30:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Teledyne posts record Q2 revenues
2025-07-25T11:30:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
West Marine Pro to air freight marine parts
2025-07-25T11:30:00+01:00By Craig Ritchie

Turkey sets up council to oversee maritime spatial planning
2025-07-25T11:30:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Bahar Öztürk
AkzoNobel marine coatings protect first sail-assisted Aframax tanker
2025-07-25T11:30:00+01:00
People on the Move this Week
2025-07-25T11:29:00+01:00
MarineMax reports Q3 net loss of $52m
2025-07-24T15:07:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Safe Harbor acquires Costa Rican marina
2025-07-24T15:06:00+01:00

Brunswick Q2 beats expectations
2025-07-24T13:34:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Sanlorenzo unveils SL110A Asymmetric
2025-07-24T13:23:00+01:00
Marine Products sales, profits down low single digits
2025-07-24T12:06:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
The [Model] Art of mass production: competing brands unite for greater good
2025-07-24T11:58:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Gulf Craft becomes first MENA shipyard to accept crypto payments
2025-07-24T11:30:00+01:00

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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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Vetus: A big leap into the future

New state-of-the-art facilities and a series of fruitful collaborations are helping to drive Vetus’s business and product ambitions into an exciting new era

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Strategies and collaborations for sustained, long-term growth

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

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Could Boat-to-Grid technology transform the electric boat sector?

How a collaboration between one green tech company, an energy supplier and Volvo Penta could revolutionise the boating business

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

By Craig Ritchie

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

Avikus: Far beyond the static autopilot

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Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Safe Harbor acquires Costa Rican marina
Los Sueños Marina can accommodate vessels of up to 180ft in length
Marine Group Boat Works sold
The acquisition includes two MGBW facilities in the US and Mexico
AquaMarine International sold
Boat Fenders Direct buys UK equipment firm from Bainbridge International

IBI Summit: Carlsquare’s Arnold Holle urges boatbuilders to seize M&A opportunities amid market uncertainty
> Subscriber-only, By IBI Editorial Team
Global uncertainty breeds opportunity – now is the time for bold moves in luxury boat building, says Carlsquare’s Arnold Holle at the IBI Summit
Sailcloth manufacturers merge
> Subscriber-only, By Neil Eaves
The acquisition brings the two companies together under a newly established division
BRP sells off Manitou
Sea-Doo parent completes divesture of its aluminium boat business with sale of Manitou pontoon brand to US boat builder Bentley Pontoons

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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
Addressing the human factor
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Metstrade uniquely brings together the very best of the world’s leisure marine equipment, but also nurtures and celebrates the talent and enterprise of the individuals and teams who are driving forces behind those products. Here are just some of the many ways that the show places people at the heart ...
Growing demand for superyacht berths as D-Marin expands its selection to meet global needs
2025-04-22T10:13:00+01:00Brought to you by D-Marin
In response to the growing global demand for superyacht berthing, D-Marin now offers over 1,000 specialized superyacht resources across its selection of premium marinas, making it the largest provider of superyacht services.

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Latest Boat Launch News

Sanlorenzo unveils SL110A Asymmetric
The 33m yacht will have its world debut at Cannes in September
Balance Catamarans launches first Balance 750 in Cape Town
The new model is the South African yard’s most ambitious performance catamaran yet
South African yard launches first custom 65ft cruising yacht
The commissioning team hopes to complete work by mid-August
New Italian RIB brand to launch at Cannes
> Subscriber-only, By Ricard Bracons
Four customisable RIB models will debut at the show in September, including two cabin versions designed for flexible layouts and year-round use
Elvene Boats debuts new solar-electric model
The Finnish builder is planning to add further models to its range next year
Wally unveils second wallywind110 ahead of world premiere
The sailing yacht is set to have its global debut in Costa Smeralda next month
Goodyear enters leisure marine market
Tire and rubber company collaborates with G-Tender on new RIB
Sanlorenzo unveils SX120, the largest yacht in its crossover range
The SX120 is the first yacht to feature Volvo Penta’s new IPS Professional Platform
Turkish builder enters superyacht market with 62m sailing yacht
The classically inspired ketch-rigged cruiser will have its official world debut at Monaco

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