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Boatsetter and Getmyboat Merge to Create Global Boat-Rental Marketplace
Combined group brings together two leading platforms to expand access to boating and on-the-water experiences worldwide
Avikus enters into Italy distribution partnership
New collaboration with Saim Marine to advance Korean tech firm’s market penetration in key European market
Polish builder expands electric yacht range amid rising demand
Bast Boat is looking to strengthen its position in international markets
Oceanco begins outfitting first 80m Simply Custom project
Project Y729 is due for delivery in 2027
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at BRP, GOST, Numarine and more
Aussie government rejects BRP sale of Telwater
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission rules acquisition by Yamaha would result in unfair market advantage
Patrick acquires two marine equipment suppliers
Acquisition of electrical component manufacturers Quality Engineered Services and Egis Group said to bolster marine division offering to OEMs and refit yards
Moonen Yachts secures sale of ninth Martinique hull
The 345GT yacht is due for delivery in January 2027
Registration open for NMMA Canada Industry Breakfast
Annual industry breakfast to be held Tuesday January 20 during Toronto International Boat Show
Omaya Yachts expands Greek presence
Elgen Yachting to represent the Bulgarian cat brand in Greece
AdamSea expands into UK market
Candian online marketplace is now available to users across England, Scotland, Wales and Norther Ireland
Temo to double production by 2026 with larger facility and product range
The company is expanding its manufacturing facility in France and strengthening its presence in North America
Southampton International Boat Show 2026 begins to take shape as marine brands secure their place
Show set to welcome 90,000 visitors
GOST announces management appointments
Promotions position US security firm to maintain growth targets
New organiser for Stockholm International Boat Show
Numera Mässor has extensive experience organising consumer trade fairs in Sweden
Singapore Yachting Festival 2026 set to be largest edition yet
Next year’s event will feature over 70 yachts, 200 brands, and new VIP experiences
Freedom Boat Club grows Marseille network with two new locations
World’s largest boat club expands to include Port de La Pointe Rouge and Port de Servaux
Azimut Yachts expands Brazilian operations with 60 new job openings
The Italian builder is looking for workers at its Itajaí facility
Seaquip reports boom in registrations, crosses 1,500 mark in just weeks
The Mediterranean Yacht and Marine Equipment Trade Fair secures major sponsorships, names new brand ambassador ahead of its inaugural edition in 2026
Feadship exec joins Water Revolution Foundation board
Bas van Helden is managing director of De Voogt Naval Architects
BRP names new CEO
Denis Le Vot to succeed retiring José Boisjoli as president and CEO, effective February 1
MDL Marinas continues major investment across its UK marina network
Between April and October, the UK marina operator invested £4.38m, with an additional £1.97m already committed for completion by year-end
Final call for Neptune Award entries
Deadline for popular marketing award program is Wednesday December 17
Jeanneau launches new power catamaran range
The TH33 and TH38 were initially introduced under the Four Winns brand
Patrick Industries president resigns, successor named
Kip Ellis has left his position to pursue interests outside the company
Suzuki receives corporate innovation award at Silicon Valley Summit
Plug and Play biannual summit celebrates innovations from more than 4,000 firms across more than 20 industry sectors
AkzoNobel completes sale of AkzoNobel India to JSW Group
The sale marks a milestone in AkzoNobel’s strategic portfolio review
Fire destroys yacht at Myrtle Beach area marina
The vessel was docked at a marina in Coquina Harbour on the Intercoastal Waterway
Raymarine, FLIR enhance focus on recreational fishing market
New strategic sponsorship of On The Water Media properties aimed to grow branding strength in US northeast
Azimut-Benetti tops Global Order Book, launches new service division
Italian builder confirmed as world’s leading builder of megayachts for the 26th year
New French marine trade show
Specialist marine equipment exhibition for professionals to take place next month
Neel Trimarans placed in receivership
French trimaran builder seeks protection to safeguard jobs and stabilise operations
Johnson Outdoors posts stronger Q4, but losses continue
Higher Q4 fishing, diving revenues slow the bleeding for US equipment manufacturer
Sanlorenzo Yachts UK to open flagship Mayfair showroom
Italian builder strengthens UK presence with Park Lane location planned for early 2026
Confindustria Nautica presents latest industry findings, highlighting optimism for 2025/26
Analysis reveals mixed results for 2025 and a more optimistic outlook for the year ahead
Palumbo partners with Novamarine on bespoke tender production
Agreement extends customised Made-in-Italy tenders across ISA, EXTRA, Columbus and Mondomarine fleets
Numarine appoints new CEO to lead next phase of growth
Patrik von Sydow brings extensive leadership experience from across the global superyacht sector
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Sunseeker, Sargo Boats, IGY Marinas and more
Hong Kong show sees growing industry participation
The four-day event highlighted the city’s expanding influence in marine tourism
Northstar establishes US operation
Turkish RIB builder creates full subsidiary in North Carolina
Forte Yachts nears completion of its first Forte 47
The “mini superyacht” is set to redefine the 47ft segment
Three years on, Fort Myers Yacht Basin still facing permitting delays
Developers, local officials, and residents voice growing frustration as state and federal permit delays, worsened by the recent US government shutdown, hinder project progress
ABYC Standards Week to explore e-foils and powered surfboards
January meeting to discuss standards for rapidly evolving technologies
Florida dry stack marina plans expansion
TNT Marine Center in North Miami submits planning application for new 107-vessel dry stack storage building
Leadership transition at Global Marine Business Advisors
Veda Pretorius ends three-year tenure as GMBA chair, succeeded by Richard Haws
Supra Boats, Volvo Penta collaborate to redefine towboat performance
The integration of Volvo Penta’s Forward Drive technology into Supra’s SE model delivers sterndrive-like handling and exceptional wake capabilities
KM Yachtbuilders delivers OCD-designed 60ft Alvorada
The OCD60 was built for long voyages with ample comfort on board
IGY appoints EVP & head of global marina operations
Long-serving senior leader steps into expanded role
Ukrainian fishing boat builder expands range amid rising demand
Alba is growing its portfolio and ramping up promotional efforts across the Baltic States, Poland, and other European markets
Windy unveils renderings of biggest chase boat yet
At nearly 24m, the SR77 will be Windy’s largest yacht and one of Sweden’s biggest leisure vessels
Wave International appoints Polish distributor
Gdansk-based Marineworks named official partner in support of expansion into Polish leisure and commercial marine market
Safe Boats announces leadership transition
The move comes as the company approaches its 30-year anniversary
New CEO at Sargo Boats
Matti Laurila to take up his position in 2026
Riviera grows European dealer network with new appointment
Monaco Boat Group will represent the Australian brand in Italy and Monaco
ARKUP partners with Pininfarina and Lyman-Morse on new solar-electric boats
Pre-orders for the solar-electric Villa 50 floating vessel are now open
Invincible Boats announces layoffs
Florida-based fibreglass boat builder to cut 74 positions in late January
BRP Q3 revenues up 14% on ORV gains
Strong Q3 results drive Canadian powersports equipment manufacturer to raise full-year guidance
Tankoa adopts WATCHIT AI collision prevention system for future superyachts
The Italian builder will integrate the technology across all future deliveries
Dubai shipyard closure to affect boat building and repair firms
Al Jadaf shipyard, formerly home to 275 companies and thousands of employees, will close by mid-February 2026
NV Equipment owners celebrate 25th anniversary
Pascal and Catherine Cardi recently marked 25 years at the helm of the French outdoor protection systems specialist
boot Düsseldorf 2026: An A-Z guide of key boat launches
An overview of standout boat launches, highlighting the latest innovations and trends shaping the global nautical industry
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