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AkzoNobel shares fall over 20% after latest takeover offer ends
Merger with Axalta now back in focus to create €25bn paints business
FIM launches dedicated superyacht tender division
The Italian boat builder has expanded into the luxury tender market with a new division focused on bespoke craft for superyachts, hotels and hospitality operators, debuting with a 9.4m carbon-composite model
IBEX registration opens
Registration opens for North America’s largest marine trade event, scheduled to run from October 6-8 at the Tampa Convention Center
Dutch water sports sector valued at €6.6bn as new report fills data gap
A comprehensive analysis of the Netherlands’ boating and water sports industry has revealed the sector’s significant economic contribution for the first time
Vision Marine opens Nautical Ventures dealership in South Florida
The waterfront facility in Dania Beach combines boat retail, marina access, watersports activities and electric propulsion demonstrations
Eastern Cape delegation courts Italian builder for South African investment
The province is seeking to attract international investment to accelerate boat building and ship repair capabilities
Galeon Yachts partners with InSitu Design on new 700 Sky interior concept
The new concept debuts on the ninth hull in the series, signaling the yard’s push toward larger, more luxurious offerings
Industry confidence buoyed by Gothenburg Floating Boat Show
Exhibitors report strong leads and growing market confidence at the inaugural event
Neander Marine expands Asian distribution network
New distributor agreements expand availability of the Dtorque 50 diesel outboard across five Southeast Asian markets
New SilverCat dealer for south coast of England
The move expands SilverCat’s UK presence, strengthening distribution for power catamarans in the key coastal market
Bulgarian electric boat builder secures funding for expansion
The investment will support expansion of the company’s R&D and production capacity
Boat builder turns movie maker
Former Riva and Chris Craft investor releases major feature film
BoatUS seeks boater support for abandoned vessel clean-up
Following the removal of some 300 end-of-life boats this year, BoatUS is asking boaters to help locate abandoned and derelict vessels as the programme expands nationwide
Brunswick launches TotalCare bow-to-stern protection for boat owners
The programme offers extensive coverage for boat and engine components, combining simplified pricing with expanded protection benefits
EVAL SA named exclusive AquaAmp distributor in Greece
The Greek supplier will distribute AquaAmp’s full line of marine charging systems
Marine industry’s premier strategic forum convenes tomorrow as sector faces critical crossroads
More than 60 industry leaders gather in London for IBI Summit 2026 to tackle growth challenges in turbulent global marketplace
Parker Boats names new president
The US builder has named a successor to Scott Bauer, promoting its director of finance and product strategy to the role
Princess Genuine parts and accessories store launches
The online portal expands aftermarket support for owners, refit projects and service teams
Mare Forum Istanbul marks 10th edition with focus on shipping and SY sector
This year’s event brought together maritime and superyacht professionals to discuss key challenges for 2026
BRP marks 29% Q1 revenue jump
Revenue gain driven in part by higher PWC sales
Webasto appoints new CFO
Auto industry exec to succeed Joerg Bremer with immediate effect
Sanlorenzo APAC appoints Bluegame representative for Japan
The G Lion Group will represent the Italian yacht brand in the Japanese market
Tohatsu restructures China distribution network
Tohatsu (Wuxi) Trading Co Ltd to assume full responsibility for nationwide sales, after‑sales service, parts supply, and dealer support with immediate effect
UK brokerage appointed distributor for Quarken Boats
Suffolk-based company will bring the Finnish powerboat brand back to the UK and Ireland
Yamaha taps capital markets through dealer finance-backed offering
The US$400m asset-backed securitisation is expected to provide additional liquidity for dealer inventory financing
French industry association calls for national mobilisation against recreational boat tax
The proposed TAEMUP tax reform faces strong opposition from France’s boating and marina sector
Mood index: EU business, consumer survey results for May
Economic sentiment broadly stable in EU and eurozone; job expectations pick up
Powerboats USA appointed Manari Yachts dealer for US market
The Miami-based brokerage and tender specialist becomes the official US dealer for the yacht builder, expanding its sales network in North America
IMM acquires Atlantic Refit Center to establish European operations
Caribbean-based yacht services specialist International Marine Management has expanded into Europe through the acquisition of the ARC in La Rochelle, France, adding a major superyacht refit facility
Hammer Yachts launches flybridge version of HammerCat 35HH
The South African sportfisher builder has unveiled the first flybridge version of its HammerCat 35HH cuddy catamaran, with the new model already making its offshore tournament debut in Cape Town
Iron Boats expands dealer network with SeaBrave Marine appointment
Swedish performance boat builder strengthens Mediterranean presence as part of ongoing international dealer expansion strategy
New association launched to represent superyacht designers and naval architects
SYDNA aims to provide collective representation, promote collaboration and support innovation across the global community
Baltic Safety Products names David Brown as Country Manager for UK & Ireland
The new hire strengthens Baltic’s UK & Ireland presence as the company targets continued growth across leisure and industrial marine sectors
Knight Frank: Superyacht market rebounds as 2025 sales surge
The 2026 Knight Frank Wealth Report reveals a strong market in 2025, with sales values up by 70%
X-Yachts consolidates production activities in Poland as part of broader growth strategy
Danish builder strengthens manufacturing platform while expanding service operations, marina activities and unmanned vessel development
French boating industry pays tribute to Tibor Sillinger
Entrepreneur, industry advocate and former federation executive remembered for his role in developing the French boating sector and promoting its international growth.
Leadership transition at SABBEX as founder steps down as chair
John Craig replaces Bruce Tedder as head of South African Boat Builders Export Council
Zeelander Yachts sells first US east coast-based Zeelander 8 for 2027 delivery
The new 24m flagship sale marks a milestone in the Dutch yard’s North American expansion
Asteria project marks milestone for Cape Town superyacht sector
The destination’s growing superyacht repair sector reached a milestone with the successful refit of the expedition yacht
RAD appoints Shiv Power and Marine Service as India distributor
The British propulsion specialist expands international dealer network amid growing demand for electric and hybrid marine systems
X Shore CEO on restructuring, rebuilding trust, and the electric boating future
René Hansen speaks exclusively to IBI about the company’s emergence from bankruptcy, the new ownership structure backing its recovery, and his vision for leading the transition to electric boating across global markets
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Nimbus, Acquera Yachting, Freedom Marine and more
IBI Summit 2026 delivers inside track on two landmark marine deals – just days away
IBI Summit brings together the architects of the Fairline acquisition and Saxdor-Malibu transaction to reveal the strategic intelligence, execution realities, and lessons learned driving consolidation across boat building
Princess Yachts reports strong start to 2026 as new model programme accelerates
The company builds on its 2025 turnaround with rising production momentum and multiple new models advancing toward launch milestones
Gtechniq strengthens marine focus with three key appointments
Ceramic coating specialist expands marketing and product teams as it targets further growth in marine and international markets
Swedish boat builder declared bankrupt
Marell Boats collapses after financial difficulties tied to Norwegian police contracts
Acquera Yachting Albania appoints new MD
Elton Barjami joins the company as it strengthens its presence across the Adriatic and responds to growing demand in the region
Vitters Shipyard builds 63m ‘next generation performance cruiser’
Six months after keel laying, the aluminium structure of Project Dreamer is rapidly coming together
New Ferretti Group CEO outlines vision for market growth
Nine days into his role, Stassi Anastassov shared his strategy at the Venice Boat Show, targeting new wealth creators while balancing artistry, technology, and Italian heritage
TISG announces return to full operations despite fiscal position
Plans to attend 2026 Monaco Yacht Show also confirmed
Mag Bay Yachts expands Florida sales team with two key hires
Mike Schmitt and Kandace Chewning bring sportfishing and yachting expertise to support the builder’s expansion
IBEX and Metstrade launch programme to help international brands enter $230bn US marine market
The new initiative targets overseas marine companies seeking access to the US recreational boating sector
Archipelago Yachts secures second order for 80ft explorer yacht
British builder advances flagship explorer series and brings the interior design fully in-house for the project
TISG shares plunge as losses push capital below legal minimum
The Italian Sea Group’s stock collapsed late last week following disclosure that debt-related losses had driven its share capital beneath the legally required threshold
Venice Boat Show opens seventh edition at historic Arsenale
The marine industry gathered at Venice’s Arsenale today as the 7th Salone Nautico launched with 300 vessels on display
Freedom Marine Vancouver team strengthened as Don Ross joins sales team
The brokerage strengthens Coal Harbour office with the experienced yacht sales professional appointment
Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support Africa’s expanding cruising sector
The company joins growing sponsor line-up as Africa’s superyacht and cruising sector gathers momentum
Economic uncertainty reflected in boat sales at Finland’s Naantali Boat Show
Boat buyers cautious as wider economic instability weighs on sentiment, despite busy spring turnout
Big success for SCIBS 2026 with over 40,000 visitors
Southern Hemisphere’s largest boat show reports a good volume of business done
IBI Summit 2026 unveils exclusive fireside chat with Groupe Beneteau CFO
As the countdown enters its final week, the marine industry’s premier strategic forum has secured a compelling session that goes to the heart of the industry’s most pressing strategic dilemmas
TEMO·450 rated “highly repairable” in voluntary sustainability index
The electric outboard scores 91.9/100 in voluntary repairability index assessment
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