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Boat Builder Awards opens to honour the beating hearts of yacht building in 2026
Nominations are now open for the 2026 IBI Metstrade Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, under the theme ‘The Industrial Pulse’
Federal court dismisses antitrust lawsuit against Boats Group
US court grants motion to dismiss complaint in full, ruling that the online marine marketplace operator’s market position was not the result of anticompetitive conduct
Teakdecking Systems appoints Marketing Director
The marine decking specialist strengthens its leadership team with experienced marine and superyacht marketing professional, Alyssa Whitehouse
ENATA expands into Abu Dhabi
The UAE-based marine and aerospace manufacturer is expanding its operations into Abu Dhabi through a partnership with Ajyal Holding, establishing a new advanced manufacturing complex focused on foiling vessels, UAVs and high-tech industrial production
Ulyssia residential yacht to be built in China for €2bn
Previously slated for construction at Meyer Werft in Germany, the 323m vessel will now be built by China Merchants Group
Interview: Sir Ben Ainslie – Racing against change
Sir Ben Ainslie’s America’s Cup journey reveals powerful lessons in rapid adaptation and resilience that every business leader can apply when facing today’s unpredictable challenges
New western Canada boat show to launch
The Vancouver International Fall Marina Boat Show and Sale will run from September 18 to 20
Marex invests €20m in Kaunas shipyard expansion
The Norwegian boatbuilder is investing in a new production facility at its Kaunas shipyard in Lithuania
Besenzoni welcomes yacht design students to its headquarters
The Italian yacht equipment manufacturer hosted students from Politecnico di Milano’s Master in Yacht Design programme at its Sarnico headquarters
Carbon Yachts appointed Australia and New Zealand distributor for Santasevera Yachts
The dealer will introduce the Italian builder’s luxury dayboats and weekenders to the Oceania market
Sunreef launches first Sunreef 100 Eco sailing catamaran
The new vessel combines electric propulsion, battery storage and integrated solar technology; it will debut at the Monaco Yacht Show
INACE Superyachts appoints IYC as global sales representative
The Brazilian shipyard has appointed IYC as its global sales representative, expanding its international sales and marketing reach across key yachting markets
Sanlorenzo debuts SL80A, bringing asymmetric design to 80ft class
The boatbuilder has unveiled the SL80A, a new 24m model, its most compact yet, using asymmetric architecture to increase onboard volume and liveability by up to 20%
Alubat develops new aluminium yacht for blue-water sailing
The first unit of the new model is being built at the company’s shipyard in western France
SailTies launches marketplace for global sailing adventures
The new platform aims to bring berth-by-berth sailing trips, expeditions, racing and training opportunities from operators worldwide into a single booking marketplace
MarineMax announces appointment of Chief People Officer
Beth Garland joined MarineMax five years ago and will continue to lead the company’s people strategy while taking on the newly expanded role
Polish builder to launch new R&D centre as it releases first electric boat model
Lamdo Yachts aims to cater to the growing demand for electric boats in Poland and other European markets
Three dead after sailing yacht collides with passenger catamaran in Croatia
The incident occurred in one of the busiest areas of the Adriatic
Knut Frostad joins Orca board and advisory team
Former Navico CEO and Volvo Ocean Race chief executive takes board position at Norwegian navigation technology firm
Moore Brothers named North American partner for 40OF foiling yacht
The Bristol, Rhode Island engineering and fabrication firm will build and represent the full-foiling offshore racer across the US, Canada and Caribbean
Russian frigate fires warning shots at British yacht in English Channel
A UK-registered yacht came under warning fire from a Russian warship south of the Isle of Wight, shortly after Royal Marines seized the shadow tanker Smyrtos
Askari Yachts launches first Askari 65 Power Long Range Cruiser
The vessel will make its international debut at the Annapolis Powerboat Show
Axopar appoints new Finnish dealer as Hydrolink Boatcenter exits
Hydrolink Boatcenter has ended its representation of Axopar Boats after a partnership dating back to the brand’s founding
St Kitts and Nevis hosts nautical forum to strengthen yachting and marina sector
The dual-island nation is looking to position itself as a premier yachting destination
North Sails opens new Mediterranean loft on the French Côte d’Azur
Sailmaker relocates its Mediterranean repair and service operation to a larger facility, expanding capacity for superyacht, classic yacht and cruising markets
Sea Alliance expands network to Corfu, signs dealers for Absolute and Mangusta
The new base at Marina Gouvia establishes the group’s presence in one of Greece’s premier yachting destinations
VMG enters luxury trimaran market with first 53ft model under construction
New US builder partners with VPLP Design on performance-focused cruising trimaran scheduled for launch in January 2027
Henri-Lloyd launches Sail Free to boost sailing participation
The UK sailing apparel brand partners with RYA training centres to offer £300 course vouchers, aiming to address participation barriers and attract new entrants to the sport
Montenegro cracks down on illegal ‘grey’ and ‘black’ charter operations
Day-one inspections revealed 13 violations across 30 checks, resulting in 12 misdemeanor orders and nearly €23,000 in fines
Boat Builder Awards opens to honour the beating hearts of yacht building in 2026
Nominations are now open for the 2026 IBI Metstrade Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, under the theme ‘The Industrial Pulse’
Flamingo Marine announces new leadership team, ships first Rove pontoon
US builder reaches ”major milestone” in its transition from product development to scaled manufacturing and delivery
Next Yacht Group launches Maiora 36 Exuma and AB 130 flagship
The Italian builder delivers two new models aimed at distinct owner segments, highlighting its dual focus on luxury cruising and high-performance yachting
Cox Marine renews key European distributor agreements
The diesel outboard manufacturer extends partnerships with distributors across Northern and Southern Europe, including territory expansion for Italian partner Cartello
Beneteau to close Cadillac plant, divest Four Winns, Glastron and Scarab Jet
French boatbuilder cites geopolitical pressures and structural market decline as it refocuses US strategy on seven core brands
D-Marin acquires Olbia Marina in Sardinia
The purchase of MOYS and Molo Brin strengthens Mediterranean network and creates strategic link between Sardinia, mainland Italy and the French Riviera
MasterCraft expands US dealer network
New Maryland dealer partner extends towboat distribution in eastern US
NMMA Canada builds on luxury tax win during Ottawa meetings
Canadian trade association focuses Day on the Hill advocacy discussions on trade, regulation and investment priorities for the recreational marine industry
MarineMax, World Cat partner to launch Ducari catamaran line
The exclusive agreement brings a new luxury power catamaran brand to market, with the first model available at nine Florida locations
Turkish marine tech brand expands to US
iHoy has opened a Florida store and plans a second international location in Poland
Azimut-Benetti’s Vitelli appointed Altagamma chair
Giovanna Vitelli is the first yachting industry leader to head the Italian luxury goods manufacturers’ association
Tohatsu announces new Australia and New Zealand distributor
Power Equipment Pty Ltd to become exclusive distributor in Australia, New Zealand and Oceania, effective July 1
Moonen Yachts’ ‘collateral’ bankruptcy trigered a remarkable revival
The Dutch superyacht builder has staged one of the industry’s most impressive comebacks under new Australian ownership
How Starcraft’s authentic 1957 Ski Champ relaunch wowed BBA judges
The Indiana-based builder’s strategic supplier partnerships earned recognition at last November’s Boat Builder Awards, demonstrating how deep builder-supplier collaboration can deliver period-correct authenticity that taps into the emerging heritage trend
Yachting Ventures launches in-house fundraising feed to centralise leisure marine dealflow
The move aims to streamline access to investment opportunities across the leisure marine innovation ecosystem and strengthen its investor network
Interview: Axopar co-founder upbeat on market outlook as new 38ft model debuts
Jan-Erik Viitala discusses market conditions, growth outlook, and launch of new Axopar 38
Ferretti denies acquisition talks with The Italian Sea Group
Italian builder sets record straight on market speculation
Fox’s Yacht Sales joins Morgans Group as new sales director appointed
UK brokerage expands footprint as acquisition strengthens Morgans’s marine services offering across Essex and Suffolk
KND Naval Design launches South Africa’s first EvFloat marina residence
Floating accommodation concept debuts at Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with plans for wider rollout
BIA responds to news of Informa’s Sydney show
The association remains focused on delivering the 2026 Sydney Boat Show following Informa’s announcement
Feadship completes major 14-month rebuild of Halcyon superyacht
Twenty-five years after launch, the 46.9m vessel emerges from Dutch builder’s Kaag yard
Navalt ships first solar-electric leisure boat to North America
Indian boatbuilder exports a 10m solar-electric catamaran to Canada as a fully engineered knock-down kit
HopYacht marks milestone with launch of tenth HopYacht 30 catamaran
Cape Town-based builder continues production ramp-up of its all-electric pocket cruising catamaran, with Hull No. 10 featuring updated leisure-focused design refinements
US$80m Virginia Key marina project heads towards public vote
Commissioners are set to vote on whether to send a long-running waterfront redevelopment proposal to November’s ballot, giving Miami voters the final say on a project that has been tied up in litigation for years
VDM-Reya takes on AquaAmp distribution in France
The French marine equipment distributor adds waterproof charging specialist’s product range as demand grows for onboard wireless power solutions
Nanni expands UK distribution network through PME Group partnership
The marine power specialist appoints long-standing MAN engine distributor PME Group to strengthen sales and support for its generator range in the UK market
ZeroUSV secures landmark certification for autonomous vessel class
The UK-based developer gains MCA Workboat Code Edition 3 certification for its Oceanus 12 class, paving the way for wider commercial deployment of autonomous maritime technology
YYachts appoints Bredenbeck to lead global sales expansion
The German sailing yacht builder strengthens its leadership team as it marks its 10th anniversary and targets further international growth
Chinese EV manufacturer enters yacht market
XPeng is reported to have established a yacht development team as part of a wider strategy spanning land, sea and air mobility
New South African design prize invites creatives to reimagine life at sea
The Jo Fensham Yacht Furniture Design Prize 2026 will be run in collaboration with the Cape Institute for Architecture
Grand Banks opens Newport Beach sales and service office
The luxury yacht builder has expanded its factory-direct owner support network in the United States with a new West Coast hub
Caribbean Boats names NZ sales consultant
The appointment marks the return of the Caribbean brand to Tauranga Boat Sales’ portfolio
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