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Bologna court rejects KKCG Maritime challenge to Ferretti
Court dismisses interim relief application over shareholder votes, leaving Ferretti Group’s board and governance arrangements unchanged
São Paulo Boat Show closes 29th edition with more than 800 boats sold
Latin America’s largest nautical event drew its highest attendance in years
Gulfland Marine changes ownership after 29 years
Longstanding owners Craig and Tess step aside as staff member Jay MacDonald and his family take over the New Zealand marine business
Lymington Harbour adds 75kW electric boat charger
New Aqua superPower installation expands The Electric Seaway network, supporting electric leisure craft and commercial vessels along the UK’s south coast
TISG new board reappoints Costantino as CEO
First meeting of new board restructures group’s corporate committees and confirms revised financial calendar
Interview: boot Düsseldorf director on building the boating community
IBI correspondent Mike Derrett caught up with Petros Michelidakis, boot Düsseldorf director of boating and watersports events, during the organisation’s press tour in western France
Pearl Yachts to debut new flagship at FLIBS 2026
The 30m Pearl 100 Hybrid will make its world premiere in Fort Lauderdale, introducing hybrid propulsion to the British yacht builder’s range
Passport Yachts to continue under new leadership
Longtime team members John Albertine and Mike Largesse will maintain yacht construction and brokerage operations following Thom Wagner’s death
Index Marine appoints GMA to expand European sales
The UK cable management specialist has appointed GMA to strengthen customer support and develop new business across Europe
Elvstrøm Sails launches North American operation
New Newport-based distributor will supply the Danish sailmaker’s cruising and performance products across the US and Canada
Three major boating events unite to form USVI Sailing Week 2027
St Thomas, St John and St Croix will combine forces for a new four-day celebration
US electronics manufacturing reshoring neither feasible nor desirable – CTA
Study by US trade group finds cost of reshoring production of electronics could require upwards of US$230bn in capital investment
KM Yachtbuilders turns hull of 10th Bestevaer 53 explorer sailing yacht
The 16.2m yacht is designed for short-handed, long-distance cruising
Latest Nomad 101 superyacht reaches the water
Gulf Craft’s latest 30m tri-deck yacht features updated Phathom Studio interiors and a focus on sustainable materials
Yamaha Marine appoints new distributor in Thailand
Seat Group will strengthen Yamaha Marine’s distribution and after-sales network, with locations in Chonburi and Phuket
World Cat names top dealers and sales performers
Sara Bay Marine Group takes the top dealer award as World Cat recognises sales achievements and market growth
Monaco yachting turnover reaches €660m
Brokerage and specialist services helped drive 16.3% growth in sector revenue between 2022 and 2025
Boat Technica 2026 brings latest innovations to Poland
Poland’s four-day trade fair drew global manufacturers and suppliers, reinforcing the country’s role as a recreational boat building hub for European buyers
Oyster Yachts trials low-power Frigomar air conditioning
The company is testing inverter-driven units designed to deliver quieter cabin climate control with lower electrical demand
Sirena Superyachts unveils 42m flagship
The 42m yacht is the first model in a new 35m-50m range, featuring a two-deck owner’s patio and a 71m² beach club
Viking plans Polish yard expansion as exports drive growth
The aluminium boat builder has upgraded its production equipment and plans to develop larger models
Amazon satellite network gains ground in South Africa
The expansion may ease frustration over the ongoing Starlink regulatory impasse
Black Pepper Yachts acquired by former client
French sailing yacht builder will continue operations following a court-approved takeover
Twin Vee and USFM revise merger terms
Amended deal cuts Twin Vee shareholders’ stake in the combined company to 7% and adds provision for up to $5m in PIPE financing
ZAR mini strengthens US presence with Inflatable Boat Pro as importer
The move formalises a decade-long partnership through the newly established ZAR Mini Boats USA
Metstrade 2026 offers a glimpse into nuclear propulsion in superyacht sector
Two Dutch engineering societies will bring together experts from the industry to explore developments at this year’s show
Lofrans marks 60 years with Genoa celebration and new facility
The Italian windlass manufacturer marked its anniversary at last week’s Genoa show
Leadership changes at CMP
Michael Szwez named CEO at Canadian equipment manufacturer
Cruisers Yachts appoints O Marine as exclusive European distributor
US yacht builder works to expand EU market footprint following successful Cannes show
Freedom Boat Club passes 500 memberships in Asia-Pacific
Brunswick-owned club reaches milestone less than three years after its Sydney launch and now operates 14 regional locations
BBA 2026: Who will join the Lifetime Achievement roll of honour?
Be there at the Boat Builder Awards on 18 November to discover who will be crowned this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award winner
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at British Marine, Delphia, Windy Boats and more
Beneteau Group America appoints marketing manager for Beneteau, Wellcraft
Alexis Chas will oversee marketing initiatives for both brands across the Americas
Valencia Boat Show sells out with record 160 vessels and 140 brands
The 17th Valencia Boat Show has reached full capacity three weeks before opening
Disney buys Yamaha’s California HQ
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has purchased Yamaha Motor Corp’s Cypress HQ for $115m
Thordon Bearings adds third Canadian production facility
New Burlington plant will expand manufacturing capacity as the company responds to rising demand
British Marine appoints global partnerships ambassador
Sarah Wallbank to strengthen UK marine industry’s global connections and identify international opportunities
New yacht refit conference to launch at 2027 FLIBS
Two-day industry event will focus on yacht refit sector during world’s largest in-water boat show
boot Düsseldorf 2027 director outlines show updates
Event’s president unveils a new hall layout, expanded watersports and refit offerings, and initiatives to grow the boating community
Fasnap to distribute SureFas fastener lines in US
Fastener manufacturer to distribute four product lines from Dutch manufacturer in US market
ISA Yachts advances two superyacht projects at Ancona facility
Yard moves second units of Classic 65m and UNICA 45M Steel series into outfitting
AB Yachts unveils third AB 130 superyacht
The 39.65m yacht combines 41kt performance with a highly customised layout focused on family life and comfort
Helsinki launches Nordic Marine Expo for commercial marine sector
The inaugural event will take place alongside the 2027 Helsinki International Boat Show
Fountaine Pajot expands Marine West distribution in Indian Ocean
French dealer group will represent the catamaran builder in Seychelles, Mauritius and Réunion through Destination Yacht
IBI relocates to new London headquarters
International Boat Industry has moved to the home of parent company Informa
Yanmar Marine International to take direct control of Italian distribution
YMI will assume distribution from late Q4 2026, with long-term partner Cartello continuing as an authorised dealer and service partner
Spanish boat registrations up 7% in first nine months of 2026
Motorboats and larger vessels drove growth, while charter registrations also increased despite remaining below 2024 levels
Seattle Boat Co buys US dealership
Bayside Marine sells pre-owned boats and is a Yamaha and Mercury outboard dealer
Bill Yeargin inducted into NMMA Hall of Fame
The former Correct Craft president and CEO was honoured at IBEX for his decades of industry leadership
Omnia Marine opens new chapter for Majesty, Nomad yachts in China
New partnership grants Omnia exclusive representation of the brands
Windy Boats appoints design manager to drive SR range expansion
David Jordan brings experience from Sunseeker and Malcolm McKeon Yacht Design
2026 IBEX Innovation Awards recognise breakthrough marine products
A BWI judging panel evaluated innovations across 10 categories, awarding multiple winners and honourable mentions
Delphia names new brand director
Mark Averhoff brings over a decade of expertise from Groupe Beneteau, most recently serving two years as Delphia’s sales director
66th Genoa show reports 11% visitor increase, confirms 2027 dates
The event recorded 138,273 visitors and more than 4,600 sea trials, with organisers reporting positive exhibitor feedback on business concluded during the show
IBEX keynote: NMMA chief says uncertainty requires industry unity
Frank Hugelmeyer tells IBEX opening breakfast the marine industry must create certainty through collective action and legislative engagement
BBA 2026: Time to buy your tickets
Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Boat Builder Awards, with the industry invited to join the celebration at Harbour 8 during Metstrade on 18 November
Cape Town firm introduces marine project management tool
KND Naval Design’s HullTrack improves communication, documentation and project visibility across marine construction teams
Saxdor to integrate Simrad AutoCaptain autonomous docking technology
Finnish builder becomes the first outside the US to adopt Navico Group’s assisted docking system
Triton Yachts keeps US deliveries on track despite 25% tariff
Brazilian builder maintains scheduled shipments to the US this year and sells three units of its new Flyer 42 before the first hull is even completed
Osculati establishes US operations with new Fort Lauderdale base
European marine equipment supplier establishes dedicated American presence to serve growing market with 22,000-product portfolio and local support team
Garmin wins 12th NMEA Manufacturer of the Year Award
US electronics builder secures 12th consecutive NMEA win and six Product of Excellence honours
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