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Montenegro cracks down on illegal ‘grey’ and ‘black’ charter operations
Day-one inspections revealed 13 violations across 30 checks, resulting in 12 misdemeanor orders and nearly €23,000 in fines
North Sails opens new Mediterranean loft on the French Côte d’Azur
Sailmaker relocates its Mediterranean repair and service operation to a larger facility, expanding capacity for superyacht, classic yacht and cruising markets
Sea Alliance expands network to Corfu, signs dealers for Absolute and Mangusta
The new base at Marina Gouvia establishes the group’s presence in one of Greece’s premier yachting destinations
VMG enters luxury trimaran market with first 53ft model under construction
New US builder partners with VPLP Design on performance-focused cruising trimaran scheduled for launch in January 2027
Henri-Lloyd launches Sail Free to boost sailing participation
The UK sailing apparel brand partners with RYA training centres to offer £300 course vouchers, aiming to address participation barriers and attract new entrants to the sport
Flamingo Marine announces new leadership team, ships first Rove pontoon
US builder reaches ”major milestone” in its transition from product development to scaled manufacturing and delivery
Next Yacht Group launches Maiora 36 Exuma and AB 130 flagship
The Italian builder delivers two new models aimed at distinct owner segments, highlighting its dual focus on luxury cruising and high-performance yachting
Cox Marine renews key European distributor agreements
The diesel outboard manufacturer extends partnerships with distributors across Northern and Southern Europe, including territory expansion for Italian partner Cartello
Beneteau to close Cadillac plant, divest Four Winns, Glastron and Scarab Jet
French boatbuilder cites geopolitical pressures and structural market decline as it refocuses US strategy on seven core brands
D-Marin acquires Olbia Marina in Sardinia
The purchase of MOYS and Molo Brin strengthens Mediterranean network and creates strategic link between Sardinia, mainland Italy and the French Riviera
MasterCraft expands US dealer network
New Maryland dealer partner extends towboat distribution in eastern US
NMMA Canada builds on luxury tax win during Ottawa meetings
Canadian trade association focuses Day on the Hill advocacy discussions on trade, regulation and investment priorities for the recreational marine industry
MarineMax, World Cat partner to launch Ducari catamaran line
The exclusive agreement brings a new luxury power catamaran brand to market, with the first model available at nine Florida locations
Turkish marine tech brand expands to US
iHoy has opened a Florida store and plans a second international location in Poland
Azimut-Benetti’s Vitelli appointed Altagamma chair
Giovanna Vitelli is the first yachting industry leader to head the Italian luxury goods manufacturers’ association
Tohatsu announces new Australia and New Zealand distributor
Power Equipment Pty Ltd to become exclusive distributor in Australia, New Zealand and Oceania, effective July 1
Moonen Yachts’ ‘collateral’ bankruptcy trigered a remarkable revival
The Dutch superyacht builder has staged one of the industry’s most impressive comebacks under new Australian ownership
How Starcraft’s authentic 1957 Ski Champ relaunch wowed BBA judges
The Indiana-based builder’s strategic supplier partnerships earned recognition at last November’s Boat Builder Awards, demonstrating how deep builder-supplier collaboration can deliver period-correct authenticity that taps into the emerging heritage trend
Yachting Ventures launches in-house fundraising feed to centralise leisure marine dealflow
The move aims to streamline access to investment opportunities across the leisure marine innovation ecosystem and strengthen its investor network
Interview: Axopar co-founder upbeat on market outlook as new 38ft model debuts
Jan-Erik Viitala discusses market conditions, growth outlook, and launch of new Axopar 38
Ferretti denies acquisition talks with The Italian Sea Group
Italian builder sets record straight on market speculation
Fox’s Yacht Sales joins Morgans Group as new sales director appointed
UK brokerage expands footprint as acquisition strengthens Morgans’s marine services offering across Essex and Suffolk
KND Naval Design launches South Africa’s first EvFloat marina residence
Floating accommodation concept debuts at Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with plans for wider rollout
BIA responds to news of Informa’s Sydney show
The association remains focused on delivering the 2026 Sydney Boat Show following Informa’s announcement
Feadship completes major 14-month rebuild of Halcyon superyacht
Twenty-five years after launch, the 46.9m vessel emerges from Dutch builder’s Kaag yard
Navalt ships first solar-electric leisure boat to North America
Indian boatbuilder exports a 10m solar-electric catamaran to Canada as a fully engineered knock-down kit
HopYacht marks milestone with launch of tenth HopYacht 30 catamaran
Cape Town-based builder continues production ramp-up of its all-electric pocket cruising catamaran, with Hull No. 10 featuring updated leisure-focused design refinements
US$80m Virginia Key marina project heads towards public vote
Commissioners are set to vote on whether to send a long-running waterfront redevelopment proposal to November’s ballot, giving Miami voters the final say on a project that has been tied up in litigation for years
VDM-Reya takes on AquaAmp distribution in France
The French marine equipment distributor adds waterproof charging specialist’s product range as demand grows for onboard wireless power solutions
Nanni expands UK distribution network through PME Group partnership
The marine power specialist appoints long-standing MAN engine distributor PME Group to strengthen sales and support for its generator range in the UK market
ZeroUSV secures landmark certification for autonomous vessel class
The UK-based developer gains MCA Workboat Code Edition 3 certification for its Oceanus 12 class, paving the way for wider commercial deployment of autonomous maritime technology
YYachts appoints Bredenbeck to lead global sales expansion
The German sailing yacht builder strengthens its leadership team as it marks its 10th anniversary and targets further international growth
Chinese EV manufacturer enters yacht market
XPeng is reported to have established a yacht development team as part of a wider strategy spanning land, sea and air mobility
New South African design prize invites creatives to reimagine life at sea
The Jo Fensham Yacht Furniture Design Prize 2026 will be run in collaboration with the Cape Institute for Architecture
Grand Banks opens Newport Beach sales and service office
The luxury yacht builder has expanded its factory-direct owner support network in the United States with a new West Coast hub
Caribbean Boats names NZ sales consultant
The appointment marks the return of the Caribbean brand to Tauranga Boat Sales’ portfolio
Kicker Audio names new OEM sales manager
Will Cherry has years of experience across the powersports and recreational audio industries
Harken signs three-year Foiling Week racing partnership
The deck hardware specialist will support on-water product testing and showcase its latest solutions at the Lake Garda event through 2028
Matterhorn enters superyacht sector combining brokerage and advisory services
Industry veterans Adam Papadakis and Kurt Fraser have debuted the Monaco-based superyacht brokerage and advisory company focused on yacht sales, charter, management and strategic consultancy services
Next Yacht Group appoints Turkish distributor for Maiora and AB Yachts
Italian builder signs distribution agreement with Istanbul-based YSC Yacht Sales Center as part of Mediterranean market expansion strategy
Sydney Harbour selected for electric hydrofoiling vessel trial
New Zealand marine technology company Vessev signs agreement to supply multiple vessels for a future water transport network planned for Sydney Harbour
Rivergate marks 20 years with industry celebration
The superyacht refit and service hub celebrated its 20th anniversary at a VIP industry dinner, reflecting on two decades of growth, industry impact and future opportunities linked to Brisbane’s continued emergence as a global yachting destination
Informa expands boat show portfolio with new Sydney event
The Australian International Boat Show will open at Darling Harbour on 29 July 2027
Asia Yachting Management names new GM for Hong Kong and Southeast Asia
Andrew Chan joins the company with more than 16 years’ marine industry experience
Majesty Yachts appoints new dealers in the UK and Ireland
Burton Waters and MGM Boats join Majesty Yachts dealer network in the UK and Ireland, marking further expansion of Gulf Craft’s European reach
Increased superyacht presence at Seawork
The British Superyacht Pavilion debuts as the event expands sector focus
EPTechnologies appoints new COO to support international growth
The company has appointed Niels Holst Jensen as chief operating officer, who brings over 30 years’ international leadership experience in operations, manufacturing and supply chain management
Arcadia Yachts launches fourth A96 superyacht
The latest vessel highlights growing demand for highly customised yachts tailored to individual owners
Invictus Yacht partners with Haier for Premium Collection
Appliance manufacturer Haier will supply onboard equipment across Invictus Yacht’s Premium Collection, beginning with the TT460 Shell Edition
LC8 Marine becomes Sealegs representative for US East Coast
The Massachusetts-based marine company will support sales, demonstrations and customer service for the amphibious boat brand across the eastern United States
Sanlorenzo appoints Barbagallo Marine as Bluegame dealer in Western Australia
The company strengthens regional dealer network with new Western Australia partnership
Navier targets Maldives with foiling ferry network
The US builder and JIH Global plan Maldives foiling ferry network of up to 100 vessels
Scanstrut strengthens Americas growth strategy with senior sales appointment
Marine industry veteran Sean Hatherley has joined the company as director of global sales and sales manager, Americas
Thetford announces passing of CEO
The company pays tribute to long-serving leader whose tenure oversaw periods of growth and transformation across the global organisation
Dutch builder expands capacity amid growing market demand for 30m-45m motoryachts
Van der Valk Shipyard says it continues to see strong international interest in fully custom yachts, especially in the Americas
Yachts from Hong Kong and Macau gain access to Greater Bay Area
New State Council approval allows yachts to visit nine cities in the GBA
Apache Racing names Clements Marine as technical partner
The UK propeller specialist will supply bespoke propulsion systems for the redevelopment of the Apache offshore powerboat
Sharrow Marine expands leadership team with new appointments
The propeller technology company adds senior executives to support dealer network growth and increased production capacity at its Detroit facility
IBI Summit 2026: Candid conversations define industry’s premier strategic forum
More than 60 industry leaders and investors gathered in London for the IBI Summit 2026, where closed-door conversations about consolidation, economic headwinds, and real-world M&A deals delivered what attendees valued most: honest dialogue
LCI Industries CEO retires after 32 years, interim leadership appointed
Independent director Johnny Sirpilla will serve as interim CEO effective immediately
KJM Marine, Ocean Group partner to elevate Crossroads Marina as Maldives yachting hub
A new company has been formed for this purpose called Ocean Aventis
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