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5th World Yachting Sustainability Forum: Industry leaders reframe sustainability as business opportunity
Genoa Boat Show | October 2, 2026
Azimut Yachts joins Ferrari Hypersail project
The Italian builder will provide a custom Fly 72 tow boat with 4,000hp and six-tonne weight reduction to support Ferrari’s prototype testing
NextBoat appoints new CEO
Ross Tannenbaum will lead the US marine marketplace through its next phase of growth and profitability
Ecocoast appointed Xylem partner for GCC environmental monitoring
Partnership enhances environmental monitoring capabilities for regional marine and coastal projects
Honda opens Florida marine development office
Grant-Valkaria facility will bring engineering teams closer to US boat builders, dealers and on-water testing conditions
Pradco Outdoor Brands buys Kent Outdoors
Deal expands Pradco into watersports and marine safety through a portfolio of established recreational brands
Shift Yachts unveils 24m performance cruising catamaran
New Zealand brand presents its largest model yet, designed around privacy, lightweight construction and high-speed ocean passage-making
Egypt to double international yacht visitors in five years
The Egyptian Tourism Authority is positioning the country as a dual-season yachting destination with streamlined permitting and expanded coastal access
Turkish firms partner to build 500GT-plus expedition superyachts
Bering Yachts and RMK Yachts sign collaboration agreement for vessels up to 3,000GT
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Brunger Export, Nimbus, Rightboat and more
NZ marine dealership changes hands
New owners take over the Auckland business after 16 years under its previous ownership
Yanmar acquires US west coast distributor
The move is designed to accelerate growth of Yanmar’s Marine Recreational business across the west coast
Performance Boating Sales appointed NSW Excess Catamarans dealer
Sydney-based dealer will represent the French catamaran brand in New South Wales
Wichard Groupe opens new Sparcraft factory in France
The 25,000m² facility near La Rochelle consolidates all mast, boom and rigging production operations under one roof
Kayak Distribution acquires Railblaza
Canadian group adds marine and paddlesports accessories brand to its portfolio
Honda Marine Europe launches new boat range in Genoa
New 4XC FRP series developed in partnership with Italian boatbuilder BMA
TISG shareholders approve €140m capital increase amid financial restructuring
The Italian Sea Group has approved a €140m capital increase and authorised the issuance of participatory financial instruments up to €150m
Cantiere Rossini invests €2m in Pesaro yard expansion
New crew and service building forms latest phase of development at Italian superyacht refit facility.
BBA 2026: Final call for nominations
Nominations are closing soon for the 12th edition of the Boat Builder Awards, taking place during Metstrade in November
AI as organisational transformation: Former Italian Minister to deliver keynote at 5th World Yachting Sustainability Forum
Event takes place tomorrow, October 2nd, at Genoa Boat Show
Mikael Mårtensson assumes role as Nimbus Group CFO
He brings more than 25 years of senior finance experience
Rightboat appoints new key account director for North America
Evan Davis will oversee strategic dealer groups and enterprise partnerships across North America
Boats Group expands content team
Former YachtBuyer reviews director Jack Haines joins Boats Group to support editorial, video and social media growth
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Confindustria Nautica: Italian boating turnover hits record €8.72bn
Sales grew by 1.4% in 2025, while exports and employment also reached record levels
RAD introduces monthly leasing for 40kW electric outboard
UK firm’s finance lease for RAD 40 propulsion packages start at £995 per month
Pearl 100 Hybrid completes initial sea trials
Pearl Yachts’ 30m flagship will make its world debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Brunswick announces senior leadership appointments
Will Sangster, Karly Yuds and Marco Bracalente will take up new roles from January 1, 2027
Makocraft appoints first international dealer
Vewins Marine will introduce the Australian aluminium boat brand to Thailand from late 2026
Bellini Nautica posts strong first-half growth
Italian yachting group records higher sales and profit in the six months to June
Tramontana Yachts buys majority stake in Croatian shipyard
The investment will allow Tramontana to expand its yacht construction and repair operations by leveraging the yard’s capacity to build large vessels
Xquisite Yachts expands powercat lineup with new 52-footer
Hull #1 of the 52’ Exploration Powercat is scheduled for delivery by the end of 2028
Fountaine Pajot expands Asia Yachting partnership
French catamaran builder broadens its Southeast Asian distribution network through its existing Hong Kong partner
Riva reorganises Italian dealer network
Exclusive dealer responsibilities have been divided between Nautica Casarola and Italian Yacht Store
New Polish cat builder introduces accessibility-focused range
Bravecat has launched three catamarans that can be equipped with a proprietary remote-controlled propulsion system
Neander secures SOLAS approval for Dtorque 50 diesel outboard
The first SOLAS-specification units have already shipped to Spain
Eyemouth Marine named Sublift UK and Ireland distributor
The marine will provide sales, servicing, spare parts and technical support for Sublift equipment across both markets
Turkish exhibitors report strong Monaco Yacht Show 2026
Industry leaders from Turkey’s yachting sector are celebrating what many call their most successful Monaco show to date
66th Genoa Boat Show opens on Thursday
The Italian marine showcase returns with expanded space and a superyacht focus as the sector adapts to shifting market dynamics
Ring Power appointed exclusive Cox Marine distributor in North America
Expanded agreement gives Florida-based group distribution rights across the US, Caribbean and US territories for Cox Marine diesel outboards
Sanlorenzo Yachts UK strengthens sales and brokerage team
Joe Hill joins as senior sales broker and brokerage director as the UK operation expands its new yacht sales and brokerage offering
Ferretti Group adopts WATCHIT SENSE 360 AI-radar collision-avoidance system
System combines radar, AIS and chart data to detect vessels and obstacles missed by conventional monitoring
UAE Edge Group in new partnership to develop underwater security approach
Abu Dhabi company to work with TKMS on integrated system
Tonjo targets US market with intelligent helm system
The Shanghai-based company will use IBEX to build US partnerships as it expands its intelligent helm technology internationally
Italy’s boat building industry sees small growth
Global yacht building sector estimated to slow by 3%
Heavy-capacity travel and ship lifts featured at MYS 2026
The world’s largest yacht-dedicated shiplift and a 1,700-tonne travel lift were highlighted at the Monaco show
Raymarine extends Hallberg-Rassy partnership for three years
Teledyne Raymarine will continue as standard marine electronics supplier for new Hallberg-Rassy yachts and will also integrate Maretron digital switching technology
Frydenbø COO and sales manager dies
Kjell Olav Frogner passed away at Brunswick Marine’s dealer conference in Sweden
Biograd Boat Show expands marina exhibition area
Extra space has been added in the north marina to accommodate what is expected to be another record-breaking show
Southampton show launches eight-day format for 2027
British Marine sets out ambitious plans for the future
Naples gets first taste of America’s Cup 38
More than 150,000 spectators attended the preliminary regatta as Naples prepares to host the America’s Cup in 2027
2026 Blue Wake Award winners revealed in Monaco
Six companies recognised for their innovative environmental solutions
Acobar marks 50 years with celebratory breakfast in São Paulo
The gathering featured a retrospective of the Brazilian association’s key achievements over five decades
Rib Shack Marine announces major UK expansion
Growing marine group invests in new Hamble Point headquarters, launches Boat Club 73
BlueWater, Bain Capital buy two US east coast marinas
Acquisitions in Connecticut and South Carolina take joint venture’s portfolio to seven properties
Scandinavian Marine appointed Flexofold distributor
Appointment expands regional sales, technical support and aftersales coverage for Danish folding propellers
Benetti unveils 70m Clear Waves concept in Monaco
Wellness is a core design element of the new model
Rolls-Royce presents new vision for yacht bridge design
Rolls-Royce Power Systems holds world premiere of mtu NautIQ Bridge ‘Point Break’
Arksen makes strong Monaco debut with new Adventure series flagship
The UK builder reports positive reception at its first Monaco Yacht Show appearance
Sunreef Yachts launches new 100 Eco catamaran at world premiere
Polish builder’s order book continues to grow with over 40 Ultima 88s contracted
AkzoNobel opens yacht paint centre in Hamburg
New facility will provide technical training and product support to marine professionals across central Europe
Superyacht UK announces 2026 Young Designer winner
Coventry University student Oliver Weaver takes top honours following an intensive live design challenge at Southampton International Boat Show
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