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Princess issues statement on sale rumours
The UK boatbuilder responds to rumours that it could be for sale following Sky News article earlier today
Western Australia to develop superyacht strategy
Meetings between government and stakeholders to be held soon
NMMA returns to ICAST
Marine supplier pavilion at world’s largest fishing equipment trade show seen as key opportunity to engage new buyers
Suzuki welcomes Italian adventurer at end of 10,000-mile voyage
Captain Sergio Davi sailed from Palermo to the US aboard a 38ft Suzuki-powered RIB
US efforts to seize Russian yacht in Fiji continue
Government seeks Court order to stop US agents taking superyacht from Fiji
Third edition of Venice show to open tomorrow
Boats on display up 25% to 300
Stabicraft expands Kiwi production facility
NZ builder relocates service centre and showroom to create more manufacturing space
ABYC schedules third Educator Training Conference for July
Outreach initiative works with schools to raise awareness of career opportunities in the boating trade
VanDutch expands in US and Europe
Four new VanDutch Centers to open in Italy, France, Spain and Miami
Wally to unveil new model in Venice
The long-awaited wallypower58 will be making its world debut
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at N&J, Promarine Finance, Teakdecking Systems and more
Fintech start-up completes pre-seed funding round
New boat-purchasing app expected to launch this autumn
CMP Global appointment
Jesper Kristensen named director of marine sales for the EMEA
World Superyacht award win for Kalizma spotlights Indian marine talent
The win for the superyacht, once owned by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, was a highlight at the recent World Superyacht awards
UK, Finnish maritime clusters join forces
Maritime UK Solent signs MOU with Turku of Finland
UK firm wins Southern Wind supply deal
OMS has been awarded the contract for three further Southern Wind yachts in build
Columbus Crossover 40 hull under construction
Delivery of the yacht is scheduled for spring 2024
UK builders to collaborate on new electric boat range
First model to launch in spring 2023
Canadian dealers struggle to meet demand ahead of luxury tax
Supply chain issues and looming tax impacting business
Fairline to have two world debuts at Cannes
UK builder to present new Phantom 65 and Squadron 68
Grand Banks reverses shutdown losses
Luxury motorboat builder Grand Banks Yachts updated the company’s financial results today for its fiscal third quarter ending 31 March 2022
Brunswick CEO: “Dealers want more boats”
David Foulkes upbeat and optimistic about the industry in recent analysts meeting
Poralu, Blue Flag sign partnership deal
The two players to combine strengths to raise awareness of the fight against the pollution of port areas
EU targets seize-and-sell law for oligarchs’ yachts, other assets
The core objective is to ensure that crime does not pay
UK charter firm poised for growth
Global yacht charter industry predicted to be worth US$27.8 billion by 2027
First Arcona 50 sold, two more in negotiation
Swedish builder signs contract for new flagship
ACR Electronics, Ocean Signal develop next gen EPIRBs
AIS beacons to launch ahead of new IMO regulations in July
Peters & May issues business update
Global boat transporter addresses challenges resulting from Ukraine war
Italian boatbuilder to start making RIBs
A new plant is being built on Lake Iseo to build the boats
Britishvolt acquires German battery cell manufacturer
Monbat Group’s EAS subsidiary is based in Nordhausen
Mariupol steel plant owner to sell unfinished superyacht?
Rinat Akhmetov is considering selling his 475ft Lürssen yacht
MB92 releases second sustainability report
The global superyacht fleet can do much more to reduce carbon footprint
Vision begins OEM sea trials, plans rental operation expansion
Electric outboard manufacturer’s E-Motion powertrain undergoes tests
Azimut unveils new Verve 42 sportsboat
Thirty-three units already sold, waiting list of up to two years
Florida tops one million boats, corresponding rise in accidents
Recreational boat registrations jumped from 950,000 to 1.01 million from 2019-2021
Cyprus marina expands facilities, adds new yacht club
Karpaz Gate Marina is launching additional amenities including a yacht club and new leisure and technical facilities
Sailsense buys digital switching specialist
The acquisition broadens Sailsense Analytics’ range of machine-learning based, connected applications that aid navigation
Mercury Marine grows leadership team
Perissa Millender Bailey named VP and general manager of eSolutions
Boat sharing club at heart of new Canadian waterfront development
Boat sharing club, boat valet program and onsite drystack storage positioned as central elements in real estate development
Italian industry confirms positive prospects for 2022
Members of Italy’s marine industry convened this past weekend for an annual meeting of members of Confindustria Nautica, discussing supply chain challenges along with continued growth for the association and its members
UK marina and yacht harbour up for sale
Dart Marina Hotel & Yacht Harbour in Dartmouth is being marketed by Savills
Queensland Superyacht Strategy renewed
Minister confirms five-year extension during Marinas22 event
Sold-out SCIBS ends on high despite poor weather
Two days of rain led to a 15% drop in attendance but exhibitors satisfied
US anchor-maker names Dutch distributor
Fortress Anchors are now available through Eurowarehouse BV
UK recruitment specialist to launch marine salary survey
Marine Resources is looking to reassess the industry post-Covid
Italian builder outlines future growth plans
The company hopes to double output and turnover by 2024
Nautor’s Swan enters Mexican market
New agent to expand awareness of the Finnish brand in Mexico
US boat dealership sold
Miller Marine is one of the largest single-point boat dealerships in the US
2022 BOAT International World Superyacht Awards – winners revealed
This year’s event was used as a platform to raise money for ocean conservation
Riviera holds world premiere of 465 SUV
Australian builder investing A$18m to expand shipyard to keep pace with demand
New foiling event planned for Saudi
Jeddah Yacht Club and Saudi Sailing Federation bring foiling and ocean racing to Jeddah
Finnish industry survey predicts slowdown in growth
Latest Finnboat report indicates reversal of earlier strong growth trend
North American boating season opens amid rising fuel prices
Marina owners, dealerships and boaters are wondering what the impact will be
Heesen “resolves” Russian ownership problem
New financial structure separates Vagit Alekperov from Dutch superyacht maker
Fire destroys US marine construction business
Six people injured in the resultant explosion
Australian Marine Industry Awards – winners revealed
Australia’s largest superyacht berth on show as part of awards ceremony
New superyacht berthing facilities in Gibraltar
The installation of new superyacht pontoons took place this week
In banner times, Italian yards embrace sustainability technology
Two big-name shipyards serve as a helpful example
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at FarSounder, Penguin Refrigeration, Yamaha Watercraft and more
AkzoNobel hosts first Collaborative Sustainability Challenge
Experts gather in Amsterdam to discuss ways of collectively reducing carbon emissions in the paints and coatings industry
Leadership change at FarSounder
Matthew Zimmerman appointed CEO
