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Grand Banks Yachts reports strong first half, solid order book
Singapore-listed yacht builder credits strategic investments for its strengthened position
Wellcraft 243 redesign debuts in Miami with key upgrades
The refreshed model saw strong demand, with several pre-orders before its Miami launch and more on day one
Boston Whaler unveils ‘next generation design approach’ at Miami show
New Outrage 290, 330 models said to reflect new design imperatives for iconic fibreglass boat brand
Axopar expands Florida representation with OneWater across 13 locations
Finnish builder strengthens footprint in key US market
Intrepid lays out all-new product plan in Miami
CEO Terry McNew reveals ambitious overhaul, debuting the 35 Panacea and announcing the 37 Valor for Palm Beach
Solé Advance embarks on major facility transformation
The marine engine manufacturer is modernising its Spanish facilities to boost production capacity, improve efficiency, and enhance sustainability
Nimbus Group appoints interim CFO
Christian Johansson brings over 30 years of leadership experience from top Swedish firms
Sunstream Boat Lifts founder wins Freedman Leadership Award
Ken Hey honoured for outstanding contributions to the marine accessories industry
Yamarin debuts new Air Deck option in Helsinki
Developed in partnership with Acon, the Air Deck expands bathing platforms across the Yamarin boat range
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at American Honda Motor, Flexiteek, Henri-Lloyd and more
State of the US boating industry is ‘cautious optimism’
NMMA president Frank Hugelmeyer shares key insights during his Miami keynote
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Bold new boat launches in Miami signal optimism in a down market
Scout Boats, Highfield Boats USA launch 13 boats between them
Omaya Yachts announces rebrand of Elica Yard
Move seen as a natural progression following the success of its debut model last year
“Flagship industry event” opens in Miami amid many changes
The show’s opening ceremony and ribbon-cutting were held on the rooftop of the brand-new US$100m Coastal Convention Center
African Boating Conference confirmed for Cape Town in October
Last year’s ABC made history as Africa’s first, uniting diverse boating stakeholders
Burgess expands US footprint with new Palm Beach office
This marks the company’s second location in Florida and its fifth in the US
8th Egypt Boat Show highlights local manufacturing and marina development
Last week’s event showcased Egypt’s growing marine industry, featuring over 80 exhibitors and increasing global participation
French nautical industry blasts new recreational boat tax as unjust, ineffective
As of next year the tax will be calculated based on a boat’s engine power measured in kW
AWC AS acquires 82% of Sleipner Motor – enters into partnership with CEO Ronny Skauen
The company will continue to operate independently, preserving its existing management, organisational structure, brand, and strategy
MasterCraft – acquisition of MPX represents strength on strength
MasterCraft’s CEO Brad Nelson and CFO Scott Kent say addition of Chaparral, Robalo brands to bring “enormous” new opportunities for US boat builder
Four in a row for Miami show?
85th Miami International Boat Show aims to surpass US$1bn in direct economic impact for fourth straight year
Xylem Q4 revenues up 6%
Higher revenues, net incomes prompt growth outlook for Rule, Jabsco and Flojet parent
Management changes at Northpoint
Northpoint Commercial Finance appoints Gary Childress vice president of sales
Bodrum Yacht Meet explores challenges of Turkish market
The workshop attracted strong participation and significant interest, particularly from the Bodrum region
AquaAmp expands into UK with new distributor appointment
IMP will manage sales, support, and distribution of US firm’s wireless charging products
Bahraini builder charts global expansion with European debut
IBI speaks with H Al Dhaen’s CEO about new models, market expansion, and backing from Bahrain’s Sovereign Wealth Fund
Kongsberg Maritime to become standalone business following shareholder agreement
The independent company will be listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange from April 23
Henri-Lloyd appoints chief marketing officer
Tom McMullen brings over 10 years of expertise in brand, marketing, and commercial leadership in premium and performance apparel
RAD Propulsion partners with Charged Marine to drive North American expansion
The move follows the UK-based specialist’s recent office opening in South Carolina
Rio Boat Show 2026 reschedules dates to launch Brazil’s boating season
Latin America’s largest outdoor boat show will take place from April 11-19
Sunreef appoints dealer for Western Balkans and Adriatic
Appointment strengthens Polish builder’s sales and aftersales coverage in the region
Vitters Shipyard issues Project Zero update
Construction of the 72m ketch is in its final stages; load-out planned for spring
Black Sea yachting season faces delay over oil contamination
Pollution along Russia’s Black Sea coast stems from a tanker accident in the Kerch Strait in December 2024
Antal acquires French marine distributor, creates new Antal Group
Deck hardware manufacturer boosts presence in France, enhancing support and product offerings for yacht builders
Beneteau reports H2 2025 sales turnaround, confirms growth for 2026
Full-year revenues reached €849m, reflecting a marked improvement in sales trends
Brunswick named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026
The ranking is based on over one million reviews from female employees nationwide
Bespline, Curve Works acquire Danish mould systems specialist
The acquisition follows Adapa’s bankruptcy filing in July 2025
Linssen Yachts reports “exceptionally successful” boot Düsseldorf
The Dutch yard sold six yachts, including four new and two pre-owned
Dutch builder appoints US sales partner for the Americas
Agreement expands Steeler Yachts’ reach across North America, Central America and the Caribbean
OneWater Marine sells off Ocean Bio-Chem business
$50m divestiture of cleaning product venture part of long-term refocus on core operations
South Africa’s first Unmanned Surface Vessel delivered to Middle East
The 9.5m Sea Serpent USV is a collaboration involving Noble Concentric Solutions, Legacy Marine, and Icarus Marine
Sasga Yachts buys Nautic Center Mallorca, rebranding it Sasga Palma
Merged entity to be Sasga’s official sales and service headquarters in Mallorca
Flexiteek strengthens leadership with new production manager in Poland
Mateusz Drejka has over 13 years’ experience in production and operations management
Johnson Outdoors Q1 sales up 31%
Higher fishing equipment sales drive turnaround for US marine equipment manufacturer
Freedom Boat Club opens third NZ location
Queenstown location brings New Zealand footprint to three facilities
Finnboat marks 80 years of Finnish boat building history
The federation has published a book tracing the industry’s development from post-war reconstruction to the present day
Cummins ends 2025 on a strong note with solid Q4
Net income up 42% in Q4, up 28% over full year of US engine builder
Malibu FQ2 down across the board, exceeds internal expectations
US builder maintains its fiscal 2026 guidance, projecting net sales to remain flat or decline by mid-single digits compared to the previous year
Patrick Q4 revenues up 9%, full-year sales up 6%
Q4 marine revenue up 24% YoY to $150m, full-year sales up 6% to $606m
Zurich to acquire UK insurer, reshaping the superyacht insurance market
Proposed takeover of Lloyd’s specialist insurer highlights consolidation pressures across cyber and high-value leisure marine cover
SABBEX welcomes AGOA extension, but reciprocal tariffs remain in force
African Growth and Opportunity Act renewed until December 31
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at IMTRA, Osculati, Pin-Craft and more
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Marine Products Q4 sales up 35%
Full-year revenues up 3% for US boat builder
Finnish fibreglass boat builder to cease operations
Oy Marino Ab has decided to close its doors after nearly 70 years in business
MasterCraft reports solid Q2 earnings on heels of MPX acquisition
US boat builder reports “results that exceeded expectations” in joint earnings call with newly acquired Marine Products Corp
World Cat grows Florida service network
US builder appoints three new authorised servicing dealers
MasterCraft acquires Marine Products Corp for US$232m
Acquisition of Chaparral, Robalo fibreglass boat brands to extend product offering across four categories with expanded sales network
FixMold Marine Miami forms dedicated Marine Mold Division
New business to specifically address mould issues on boats and yachts
YARE 2026: Full program announced
This year’s Yachting Aftersales & Refit Experience will focus on AI, sustainability, cybersecurity, and technological innovation
Medasia Marine completes landmark Flexiteek installation on 52m 'yacht villa'
Abu Dhabi-based firm achieves milestone in marine construction with completion of one of the largest Flexiteek synthetic decking installations ever undertaken
Pin-Craft appoints general manager to drive strategic growth
Marco Andrea Francesco Anselmi has solid management experience in the industrial and engineering sectors
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