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IBI office closed for long Bank Holiday weekend
Normal service will resume on Tuesday, September 1
Grand Banks Yachts reports record revenue in FY2026
Singapore-listed builder completes strategic plan for production, sales, marketing, and customer experience
Numarine unveils five interior concepts for new Classic SY line
The 38XPC and 39MXPC models are based on proven long-range platforms
HanseYachts strengthens leadership team
The German builder is reinforcing its management structure following completion of long-term financing
Bellini expands dealer network in Europe and the US
The Italian builder will have three world premieres at Cannes
ABYC reveals dates for 2027 Standards Week
Annual conference to be held from 10-15 January 2027 in San Antonio, Texas
Ardea Yachts to make international debut at Cannes
New Polish builder brings 36ft walk-around focused on space optimisation and sustainable materials to September show
British Marine spotlights training and future talent at SIBS
New training stand, apprentice awards and careers event will highlight routes into and progression within the marine industry
Viper Motores e Barcos founder dies at 76
Daniele Simonini held several industry roles before founding the Brazilian yard in 1997
NauticStar invests US$6m in plant expansion
US builder to create 179 new jobs, increase volumes with upgrades to its North Carolina plant
Malibu delivers strong FQ4, fiscal 2026 results
Legacy brands, Saxdor drive US builder’s fourth-quarter net sales up 43%
Voly buys yacht crew specialist in fourth deal since 2023
Oceanskies joins the UK superyacht software group, bringing total crew administered to more than 10,000
Gulf Craft’s Majesty brand strengthens European presence
Sunsea Yachts has been made the official Majesty dealer for Greece
Biograd Boat Show expands to meet record 2026 demand
Croatia’s premier in-water show is relocating catamarans and opening its promenade to accommodate over 400 exhibitors and 500 vessels
Fire destroys Maxi Dolphin production hall
Three yachts under construction were lost in the blaze
Yamaha expands Skipperi boat-club model in US
The platform offers dealers a new business model by generating recurring revenue from customers not ready to purchase
ISA Yachts launches first Viper 130
The 38.8m ISA Viper 130 will make its international debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival before heading to Monaco
La Belle Classe Academy introduces nine-week superyacht masterclass
La Belle Classe Academy, part of Yacht Club de Monaco, will host the course from 16 September
Chinese battery specialist enters electric outboard market
LiTime launches first marine propulsion range for kayaks, inflatables and other small recreational craft
Perth Boat Show set for September
More than 90 exhibitors and 150-plus craft will showcase $50m worth of boats and boating products across six pavilions
Ferretti cuts 2026 guidance as first-half revenues fall
Italian yacht builder reports €585.6m for the first half of 2026 as order intake and backlog also decline year-on-year
Flux Marine appoints senior field sales manager
US electric outboard manufacturer hires former Mack Boring exec to support boat builder partnerships, dealer expansion and sales growth
Cape 26 sports boat completes sea trials as SA builder begins export push
Cape Performance Sailing has successfully tested its new Mark Mills-designed Cape 26, with Italian distributor Negrinautica appointed to lead European sales
Vision Marine signs reverse takeover LOI with defence tech firm
Electric propulsion developer to pivot toward unmanned systems as existing shareholders retain minimal stake in combined entity
Sweden’s Open Yard sets attendance record
The 33rd Open Yard boat show concluded with record-breaking numbers across boats, exhibitors and visitors
Hyke, Aqua superPower to boost electric propulsion on Europe’s waterways
New partnership will pursue efficient passenger ferry project
Italy clarifies charter route for non-EU yachts
New customs guidance sets out how eligible yachts can move from private to commercial Temporary Admission
Blue Water Index opens $2m seed round to bring transparency to boat valuations
Platform addresses industry’s absence of reliable, independent boat valuation standards
West Marine completes Chapter 11 restructuring
US marine retailer cuts debt by more than $265m and secures $10m in exit financing
Cobrey Yachts prepares two new flybridge models as it seeks investor
The Polish builder is seeking an established international boat industry partner to support its expansion
Sunseeker financials: IBI comments
New management team backed by substantial funding sets course for growth following turbulent year
Koç Holding raises stake in RMK Marine
Turkish conglomerate invests TL2.7bn ($56.1m) through a capital increase at the superyacht and shipbuilding group
New Delphia 11 to be unveiled at Cannes
Delphia is strengthening its coastal cruising line-up with the Delphia 11 250hp version
Spanish boat registrations surge in first half of 2026
New data from ANEN shows the market is recovering, with registrations up 11.2% and tourism generating €6.2bn in 2025
HanseYachts appoints new Fjord dealer in Turkey
SRC Marine will drive sales growth, customer relationships, and brand visibility
Yachting Ventures unveils jury for 2026 Metstrade Startup Pitch Competition
A 10-strong panel of marine industry leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will judge this year’s Metstrade, including IBI publisher Philippa Drysdale
Brazilian builder makes Mediterranean debut with Cyprus market entry
Latin America’s largest boat manufacturer enters its 57th market via Cyprus, with three vessels sold and European expansion underway
Thordon Bearings adds SAI Engineering to distributor network
Canadian bearing and seal manufacturer appoints Vancouver-based marine engineering firm as an authorised distributor
Boot & Fun Berlin show reinvents itself
Project manager Daniel Barkowski explains what’s new in 2026
Lloyd Werft plans new dock in Bremerhaven
German yard secures 30-year lease on seven-hectare site at Columbuskaje as it plans a second facility with a floating dock capable of accommodating larger vessels
Nautitech begins court-supervised restructuring as it seeks new investor
The French cat builder says production, deliveries and aftersales support will continue as it looks to secure the company’s future
Vessev secures $19m in Series A funding and first US customer
NZ foiling specialist backed by Blackbird VC enters US market with multi-city tour
Mirava brings modular smart boat to Europe
The new smart boat brand will be making its European debut at Cannes in September
Gabe Newell brings tech innovation to Monaco 2026
Oceanco’s new owner will showcase two purpose-built research vessels at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Bering Yachts, GOST, Porto Montenegro and more
Textron, Brunswick partner on USV to deliver at speed and scale
Partnership combines Textron’s autonomy technology with Brunswick’s commercial boat building capacity to accelerate USV production for defence applications
New Polish brand enters market with budget sailing boat model
The entrepreneur behind the compact yacht aims to position BEZ-2 as a budget option for boaters interested in buying a new sailing boat
Sea Expandary acquires OceanWalker
Chinese builder gains control of OceanWalker’s Fujian facilities, following its €40m acquisition of Camper & Nicholsons
FB Marine Group names Contender Boats product manager
Mike Victor will oversee the Contender product line, including sales, service, and warranty support
Toyota joins Volvo-backed fuel cell venture, opening potential for marine applications
Toyota’s fuel cell expertise could accelerate development of new hydrogen propulsion platforms as the Japanese manufacturer joins Volvo Group and Daimler Truck as an equal partner in Cellcentric venture
Sea Alliance outlines expansion plans through 2027
The group is expanding its brokerage operations through increased sales activity and new central agency agreements
Forest River launches 3D boat configuration platform across pontoon brands
The manufacturer has introduced an interactive 3D builder allowing customers to design and customise pontoons in real time
Vision Marine and Avikus begin integration of electric propulsion and intelligent navigation
Sterk 31E selected as the first validation platform, with the integrated system targeted for demonstration at IBEX 2026
2026 Helsinki Floating Boat Show restores industry confidence
The latest signals point to a positive outlook for the winter ahead
Court extends TISG creditor protection as bidding process advances
120-day extension granted under same conditions as the previous order
Omaya Yachts strengthens commercial team
Jean Paul Vaele to lead international commercial expansion and strengthen the global dealer network
BRP brings branded financing to US dealer network
New retail finance programme gives dealers greater flexibility while strengthening BRP’s direct connection with customers
ACY Yachts and South Coast Yachts plan Southern California partnership
The proposed collaboration would expand new-yacht sales, brokerage and owner support in San Diego
Barrus appoints production engineering manager
The UK marine equipment and engineering group creates new role as part of wider investment in manufacturing capacity, efficiency and product development
Marine industry leader Noel Osborne passes
Osborne’s decades-long career in the recreational marine industry spanned boat retailing, dealer education and consulting
ZeroUSV’s Oceanus17 USV celebrated at official naming ceremony in Plymouth
The Lady of the Lake name reflects the vessel’s capabilities for resilient, multi-role operations across extended maritime missions
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