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Three more Carefree Boat Club franchises in Florida cease operations
The move comes nearly a month after four CBC outlets pulled from the water along the state’s First Coast
InterMarine expands Groupe Beneteau portfolio
Floridian dealer adds Beneteau Antares, Flyer and Wellcraft to existing brand line-up
African Boating Conference to examine KwaZulu-Natal marine sector development
Maritime business leader Londy Ngcobo will assess how the region’s marine industry is responding to shifting trade dynamics and supply chain changes
Wider Yachts moves forward on joint project with OceanWorld
Five 47m superyachts planned as part of the project
Outerlimits Powerboats sold
CMC Boat Group acquires US builder with plans for new manufacturing facility
Elektra Marine project advances sailboat electrification efforts
The Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot joint venture has confirmed JOOOL as its marine electrification brand
Omaya unveils 53ft power catamaran at Cannes
The Omaya 53 was developed in response to feedback from potential owners
Marseille to launch new Mediterranean boat show
The first Marea Marseille-Le Grand Salon de la Mer will take place in April 2027
BRP partners with Montreal Canadiens
BRP brings its flagship recreational equipment brands together with one of hockey’s most iconic teams
Historic racing yacht undergoes restoration at Cape Town museum
The 15m Voortrekker is being preserved following a rescue mission by former skippers
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Alimos Marina, ePropulsion, Heesen and more
i-Bos and EWG form superyacht industry alliance
The Isle of Man and Jersey-based businesses will connect crew payroll technology with international payment capabilities
MasterCraft reports double-digit Q4 and full-year revenue gains
Higher sales from Marine Products acquisition largely offset integration costs in “defining year” for US boat builder
New round of tariffs in US, Canadian trade war impact recreational boating
The Trump administration’s latest tariff measures target motorboats and outboard vessels imported from Canada, effective 15 September
Benetti extends popular Oasis series with new 36m model
The Oasis 36M, unveiled at Cannes, offers enhanced efficiency and expanded living space
Dream Yacht and Navigare strengthen leadership team
Three appointments add boatbuilding expertise across development, sales and technical operations
SA cautious despite US Congress extension of AGOA framework
South African boat builders adopt wait-and-see approach amid ongoing trade uncertainty
Sunreef Ultima 88 sails 4,800Nm from UAE to debut in Cannes
The Polish builder also revealed a buoyant order book at its annual press conference
Black Pepper Yachts starts search for takeover proposals
French shipyard seeks new owner as part of a court-supervised restructure
Fairline’s Targa 58 GTO debut at Cannes signals brand resurgence
Expanding global dealer network and upcoming new models underscore momentum
Sunseeker unveils new brand strategy and product lineup at Cannes
UK builder premieres the 45M superyacht, 86 Open Enclosed, and Manhattan 94
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Yanmar hydrogen fuel cell system receives DNV type approval
Yanmar’s GH-FC hydrogen fuel cell system receives DNV Type Approval, paving the way for wider commercial marine deployment
Docks Expo sets out 2026 education programme
The Nashville event will feature 31 speakers, 19 sessions and a pre-conference HR workshop for marina professionals
Sunseeker latest: IBI comments
Plans for European distribution unveiled
Oyster Yachts enters catamaran market
The Oyster C60 combines the British builder’s bluewater sailing experience, with specialist multihull design
Riviera ships US$40m yacht fleet to Florida
The Australian builder is sending 12 motoryachts to the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Informa to launch premium lifestyle and superyacht show in Hong Kong
The Festival of Connoisseurs will receive support from Hong Kong’s Commerce and Economic Development Bureau
Cantiere del Pardo expands production and launches three Cannes premieres
New Forlì facility, Ravenna centre and new models underpin group’s long-term growth strategy
EBI launches guidance on EU deforestation rules
New Regulatory Compass initiative aims to help boating companies navigate regulatory requirements and prepare for EUDR compliance
Ferretti Group marks new era at Cannes Yachting Festival
New customer initiatives and four world premieres signal the company’s fresh direction under CEO Stassi Anastassov
KVH Industries reports 27% Q2 revenue growth
Rising Starlink and OneWeb subscriptions drive LEO service sales for KVH
Q3 revenues, profits up for Johnson Outdoors
Johnson Outdoors posts higher third-quarter sales and profits, helped by fishing division strength and $15m in tariff refunds
Polish builder shifts entire production to electric boats
Lamdo Yachts aims to build a minimum of three electric boats annually
Navico Group, Elettromedia partner on integrated marine audio
Strategic collaboration brings together Audison and Hertz audio brands with Navico’s vessel technology platform
Heesen expands global commercial team
Appointments strengthen the superyacht builder’s sales representation across Europe, the Americas and the Middle East
De Wave Group set for Renaissance Partners takeover
The maritime interior outfitter for large yachts enters next phase of growth
Sanlorenzo highlights strong growth and strategic vision at Cannes
Robust financial results, heritage-inspired SHE model unveiling, and 2030 strategic roadmap dominate Italian builder’s annual press conference
Beneteau Group launches 24 new models at Cannes as part of accelerated product strategy
Chairman Bruno Thivoyon emphasises momentum maintenance amid market uncertainty in opening press conference remarks
ePropulsion names global OEM director
Yann Herriot will lead partnerships with boatbuilders, designers and dealer networks
Stockholm indoor boat show postponed to 2028
Allt för sjön will not be held in 2027 as new owner undertakes comprehensive overhaul based on industry feedback
Hyundai Yachts hosts event to promote Shared Ownership Program
South Korean firm’s ‘Yacht Discovery Night’ took place at The River Marina in Seoul
IGY appoints shipyard services director
The role covers lead development of superyacht maintenance, refit and technical services across the group’s global marina network
Metstrade expands marina and yacht focus
Expanded Marina & Yard Zone and Yacht Infrastructure Summit to connect global marina professionals at the 2026 event
d’Albora Marinas takes Gold Sponsorship with MIA
Australia’s largest marina network has increased its support for the Marina Industries Association
US startup to launch electric day boat later this year
Two former Scout Boats employees are preparing to launch the Artemis 23
Ancasta buys UK marine equipment specialist
The move is designed to strengthen the group’s refit, repair and aftersales service portfolio
Boero Yacht Coatings, Alliance Marine end distribution deal
The paint supplier and marine wholesaler have separated after a period of collaboration
Superyacht navigation firm expands with NavigatX acquisition
dsnm has acquired its sister company to combine software, hardware, and technical support services under one business
Hong Kong investor joins race for TISG
New bidder submits proposal to acquire The Italian Sea Group in its entirety, including all production activities and brands
OceanWorld and Denison form global joint venture
The partnership aims to connect yachting markets across the US, Europe and Middle East while expanding the Denison brand
Cape Town awards to honour South African boatbuilding talent
The SABBEX Boatbuilding Awards will be held at this year’s African Boating Conference
BRP Q2 revenues up despite lower PWC deliveries
Higher revenues can’t offset tariff impacts as Sea-Doo parent posts Q2 loss in quarter that still “exceeded expectations”
ONETenders begins international dealer expansion
The tender builder seeks selected international partners after three years of carbon-fibre development and testing
Greek Marinas Association president appointed CEO of Alimos Marina
Stavros Katsikadis is also managing director of LAMDA Marinas Investments
Nimbus Group partners with Nautrik on autonomous vessels
The Swedish builder has entered a framework agreement with Nautrik to produce autonomous surface vessels for defence and security applications
DNV certifies mtu Series 4000 engines as methanol-ready
Further milestone for Rolls-Royce Power Systems’ marine business
Palumbo rebrands superyacht refit division
New name reflects shift from individual refit projects to full lifecycle yacht support
Sanlorenzo’s H1 2026 results confirm business plan strategy is on track
Italian builder reports 18% surge in orders in the first half of the financial year
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: IBI’s A-Z guide to key boat launches
Europe’s largest on-water boat show opens on Tuesday with some 700 boats on display, including 150 world premieres
Metstrade targets North American marine businesses
North America stage and combined pavilions to connect companies with global markets, partners and industry expertise
Enata takes minority stake in Manta Foils
Investment deepens collaboration on electric hydrofoil technology and marine mobility
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