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Azimut-Benetti reshuffles Brazilian leadership to accelerate growth
The move forms part of a broader strategy to enhance governance, fast-track investments, and underscore Brazil’s strategic role in the group’s global expansion
Aquila exec joins American Sailing board of directors
Nick Harvey is chief revenue officer at Aquila Catamarans
Quick USA forms strategic partnership with UMMA
Agreement strengthens Quick Group’s position in the US leisure boat building market
Riviera hosts annual Technician Training Academy for Australian, NZ dealers
The three-day event brought together 30 technicians for hands-on training and skills development
Siren Marine, Dometic announce collaboration
The new partnership has resulted in the launch of the world’s first cloud-based HVAC control system for boats
Thai ferry company orders 10 Candela electric ferries
New craft will link mainland with Koh Kood Island
Catana inaugurates new Portuguese facility
The French builder has opened its €30m Aveiro plant to produce YOT power catamarans
Apreamare extends Spanish dealer network to Valencia
Náutica Marina Sport will offers sales and aftersales to boaters in the region
Seychelles superyacht visits decline due to Red Sea insecurity
Yet investment in the island nation’s recreational boating sector remains strong
Dockmate launches new wireless control at IBEX
New helm controller delivers proportional engine and thruster controls and comfortable one-hand operation
Pesto Sea Group opens South African operations in Cape Town
The new venture will join the African Boating Conference as a Gold Sponsor
Airmar strengthens EMEA and global Marport sales leadership
Guillaume Martino will oversee sales and operations for Airmar EMEA and Marport’s global offices
Omaya Yachts and its fresh take on the catamaran
Making its global debut at Cannes in September, Bulgarian shipyard Omaya Yachts unveiled the Omaya 50 – a sleek, performance-focused catamaran. CEO Kaloyan Radulov reflects on the company’s journey from newcomer to serious contender in the luxury multihull market
German superyacht sector heats up with new shipyard, concepts, and major projects
The developments highlight innovative design, German engineering, and high-end craftsmanship with a focus on sustainability and refit services
Beneteau acquires French refit and repair yard
BMS is known for its expertise in the maintenance, customisation and refit of large Lagoon catamarans
Brunswick launches Simrad AutoCaptain at IBEX
Formal launch of auto-docking platform marks ‘significant breakthrough in autonomous boating technology
Metstrade expands side events to cover all leisure marine segments
The enhanced schedule will serve the full spectrum of the leisure marine industry, from superyachts and yacht racing to coatings
New Saudi Arabia marine tourism regulation takes effect
The rules classify watercraft and provide a definition for yachts and recreational boats
Propspeed launches latest line extension strategy at IBEX
New Zealand coatings manufacturer debuts new biocide-free multi-surface antifoulant at US trade event
Hammer Yachts unveils first ‘walkaround’ HammerCat 35 HH
The first unit will stay in Cape Town, with a second due in the US by year-end
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
Twelve winners and four honourable mentions were selected from a record 112 entries
Damen Yachting sea-trials largest Amels Full Custom yacht
Project Tanzanite is scheduled for delivery in 2026
Walstrom Marine names new president
Jeremy Anderson joins the US dealership from Big Thunder Marine
Wellcraft expands presence in Spain with new official dealer
Hermanos Guasch will represent the brand in Tarragona, Barcelona, and northern Castellón
Portonovi Montenegro strengthens leadership team
The Adriatic marina resort has appointed a new general manager and CCO
New manager for International Multihull Show
Anaïs David brings a decade of experience to IMS in La Grande Motte, France
Davco launches Davit in a Box kits
Davit kit to be sold through both OEM and aftermarket channels
Important changes planned for Sindalah Island luxury destination
Operations disrupted since its soft opening last October
Zodiac expands range with new X9CC
The 8.6 m RIB brings the X10CC’s design into a more compact, versatile package
Dubai Pre-Owned Boat Show to host over 50 yachts in Dubai Creek Marina
Visitors can explore a variety of boats and yachts while immersing themselves in the boating lifestyle
Spanish brokerage opens new group headquarters
The office is located in Port d’Aiguadolç, Sitges
Shockwave grows US distribution
New partnership with ComMar Sales to drive OEM, refit business on US Atlantic, Gulf coasts
BIA backs campaign to promote responsible boat ownership
The Boating Industry Association of Australia has joined regional regulators and recreation bodies to launch the Responsible Boat Ownership campaign
Dutch millionaire cancels Amsterdam ‘Superyacht Tech Campus’ project
Wim Beelen will retain access to a small part of the site to build his own superyacht yard
Ancasta posts record autumn boat show sales, speeds up European expansion
The company made over €20m in sales from Cannes and Southampton
ICOMIA World Marinas Conference relocates to new venue
The move to the Arsenale reflects overwhelming demand for the upcoming conference, with registrations exceeding expectations
Avikus signs MoU with ZF
Agreement aims to bring AI and autonomous technologies to electronic control systems
Promising UK premiere for Norwegian builder
Viknes had its UK debut at the Southampton International Boat Show
Maritimo to return to Sydney International Boat Show after several years
Changes to the event’s schedule and format encourage Australian builder to participate once more
Sunseeker International in negotiations to acquire Sunseeker London
Discussions are thought to be at an advanced stage
Van Oossanen marks 33 years of innovation in superyacht hull design
Known for the Fast Displacement Hull Form, the Dutch firm is advancing hull efficiency and performance with ongoing research and new optimisation tools
Spanish builder begins update of full model range
The Kalon 29 is the first Lema Boats model to undergo enhancements
Wells Fargo files lawsuit against US boat rental firm
The commercial bank has filed a breach of contract claim against Your Boat Club Minnesota, seeking the seizure of 269 vessels following a loan default
Leadership changes at Burger Boat Co
Multiple new faces look to grow 160-year-old US boat builder
CMP Group announces partnership with E&P Marine
New collaboration to extend distribution footprint throughout Latin American and Caribbean markets
Caribbean yacht charterer to open new BVI homeport
Pyper Yachts is establishing a base at Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina
Ferretti Group’s Alberto Galassi takes the stage at ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Venice
Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi kicks off the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Venice this month. Don’t miss three days of global insights, innovation, and networking – register now
56th Southampton show delivers major debuts and industry highlights
The UK’s leading leisure marine event brought together over 500 vessels and 700 brands for 10 days of industry engagement, on-water activity, and business opportunities
Charter boats fleeing US Virgin Islands over fee dispute
Nearly 90 charter boats have moved from the USVI to the British Virgin Islands following new fees, taking with them around US$14m in direct seasonal revenue
Sea Pro Boats partners with Northpoint
Commercial financing partnership re-establishes long-term relationship between bank, US boat builder
Fountaine Pajot rebrands, launches new 35m cats
The French yard is expanding its presence in the superyacht multihull market
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at L&B, MarineMax, Nimbus and more
French roadmap for nautical and pleasure boating unveiled
The initiative is aimed at advancing sustainable and responsible boating
Ex-Credit Suisse head of yacht finance forms new company
JetOcean Advisors will provide financing solutions for superyachts and private jets
Ilmor enters into new collaboration with HavocAI
New partnership to equip autonomous boats with electric propulsion motors
US government shutdown impacts recreation access, manufacturing and trade
The NMMA has outlined how its members could be affected, based on the most recent agency contingency plans and lessons from prior disruptions
Charting a Course for Africa’s Marine Future: The African Boating Conference
This month’s event brings global insights to Africa, turning international best practices into a roadmap for sustainable growth
Avikus, Honda to sign MoU
New agreement to be signed at IBEX marking new collaboration between autonomous navigation firm and engine builder
GMBA appoints new representatives in Finland
Juhani Haapaniemi and Elina Viitanen have more than 65 years of combined experience in the marine and tourism industries
Robertson & Caine CEO speaks out on tariffs, sends message to Trump
Theo Loock says the 30% tariff is damaging both US businesses and South African yards
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