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Ukraine war and raging inflation make for summer of discontent
16 of the 27 EU nations saw double-digit growth in consumer prices in one year
TISG reports strong first-half sales, unveils new Picchiotti fleet
Total revenues up 64% compared to the same time last year
Supply woes lead to mixed Q3 for Johnson Outdoors
Gains in watercraft sales not enough to offset supply-constrained declines in core fishing business for Humminbird, Minn Kota parent
NZ court rules 2023 Hutchwilco show to remain at Auckland Showgrounds
XPO Exhibitions MD wins court injunction
Suzuki begins roll-out of micro-plastic collecting device
The unit is now a standard part in four of its mid-range outboards
Rolls-Royce Power Systems reports record order intake
Demand for products and solutions soars in second quarter
Polish builder expands range, announces shift towards larger yachts
Cobrey Yachts is preparing to launch its largest craft to date
NMMA, MRAA present Discover Boating strategy update
North America boat industry’s consumer outreach program to rebrand shows, increase diversity focus for 2023
People on the Move this Week
New appoinments at Barletta, Saxdor and Scout Boats
European marina operator awarded sustainability medal
D-Marin receives silver medal rating from EcoVadis
Orders, revenues and profits up at Ferretti Group
In addition to the 180th Anniversary of the iconic Riva brand, Ferretti also had strong financials to celebrate in the first half of 2022
Ferretti unveils new yacht range
New line of 70ft-100ft yachts designed to propel brand into the future
New president for Barletta Boats
Jeff Haradine to succeed retiring Bill Frenech as president of US pontoon boat builder
Sailfish continues to expand dealer network
US boatbuilder adds three new dealers in North America
OneWater Marine posts record Q3 earnings, outperforming last year and industry
US retailer sees significant organic growth in both units and average prices
America’s Cup accelerates Port Olímpic upgrade
Around €16m to be spent on Barcelona port over next two years to meet deadline
Azimut launches Grande 36M
Italian yard introduces new layout with first semi-walkaround upper deck
British Marine presents Boating and Boat Ownership survey results
UK association provides members with key market data, trends and insights
Italian builder reports record-breaking demand
Sales are growing in Spain, France, Croatia, the Netherlands and Germany
Iguana buys amphibious RIB builder
The acquisition gives French builder access to smaller, more affordable amphibious products
Australian industry records massive revenue growth
BIA releases latest state-of-the industry report
Italian stabilisation specialist to increase production amid strong demand
Smartgyro will soon move to larger headquarters in La Spezia
New French importer for Elan
Antibes-based International Yachting SAS to represent Slovenian shipyard in France
Supply chain, inflation spell mixed Q2 results for Garmin
Growth in marine segment sales through first half of FY2022 offset by inflation, higher interest rates and strengthening US dollar
Riva launches new flagship
The Riva 130’ Bellissima has been sold to an American owner
Xylem Q2 results beat expectations
Flat second quarter exceeds previous guidance for Rule, Jabsco, Flojet parent
CRN delivers M/Y Ciao
New 52m superyacht leaves Italian builder’s Ancona yard
Boats Group: demand continues to move inventory at record pace
Online boat retailer releases mid-year market index report
Record Q2 revenues for Cummins in spite of continuing supply challenges
Strong demand for engines in North America and western Europe offset declines in Asia to drive solid second quarter
MarineMax acquires Texas marina
The full-service marina serves the greater Seabrook market
Australian Fairline dealer expands
One Brokerage opens third sales and service operation on the Gold Coast
Brunswick drops ‘ASG’ in favour of Navico brand; Frostad to step down at year-end
The industry’s largest vertically-integrated player said today it will replace the Advanced Systems Group (ASG), with a newly-established Navico Group
Lippert Q2 results buoyed by marine sales
US-based Lippert Components announced a strong uplift in second quarter sales – including marine – spurred by the continuing popularity of outdoor pursuits
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IBI apologises for technical error
Another record Q2 for Myers Industries
US fuel tank manufacturer raises 2022 outlook, hints at future acquisitions
Caterpillar Q2 revenues up 11% to US$14.2bn
Energy and Transportation sector revenues increase 15% YoY, while profits jump 11%
Sydney show attracts strong crowd
More than 45,000 visitors attend this year’s event
Sunseeker launches Mental Health First Aid programme
Inaugural wellbeing workshop took place on July 1
Quick Group Spa sold
The Marzucco family will remain at the helm of the Italian equipment maker
Saxdor Yachts names new COO
New appointment to help builder separate daily operations from new projects and business development
Suzuki Marine USA presents new website
New site carries Suzuki’s global look forward
Scout Boats announces new hire, promotion
Bailey Barnette named sales coordinator, Carol Anne Henry appointed marketing manager
US boat-share company raises $38m in Series B funding
Boatsetter has more than 50,000 rental boats in 700 locations
ABYC publishes largest boatbuilding and repair standards supplement to date
2023 supplement includes 20 new and revised standards including lithium-ion battery installations
Simpson Marine’s NFT collection launches in Hong Kong
The Non-Fungible Tokens, Ode to the Sea, were created by Ali G Studios
New Seakeeper Ride to eliminate up to 70% of underway pitch and roll
New Vessel Attitude Control System launches on Chris-Craft, Scout and Sportsman boats
Turkish builder unveils world’s largest wooden catamaran
The 19.4m CAT63 boasts solar panels and a large lithium battery bank
Azimut introduces new S7 sports boat
Italian yard’s latest model to have world debut at Düsseldorf
2022 BIA Apprentice of the Year Awards - winners revealed
The winners were announced at the start of last week’s Sydney Boat Show
Navigare Yachting to distribute Thai yacht brand
The Swedish firm will represent Island Spirit Catamarans in Europe and the US
New 180-berth NZ marina on track to open in 2023
Waiheke’s Kennedy Point Marina is almost fully subscribed
MAN to launch ‘next generation’ yacht engine at Cannes
New 30L, V12X flagship model to top recreational yacht engine lineup with 2,200hp output
SEAFLO appoints exclusive UK distributor
Barrus to represent marine equipment manufacturer in Britain
The New Yorker publishes exposé on the superyacht industry
In its indomitable style, this week’s The New Yorker magazine carries a very lengthy treatise on the superyacht industry and its clients entitled the ’Haves and the Have-Yachts’
Free copy of latest EU Recreational Craft Directive
The go-to-reference for European boat standards, the revised RCD guide is being offered by EBI and ICOMIA free of charge
Brunswick’s Boteka opens new Florida sales & refurbishment center
Pre-owned boat refurbishment and certification helps instil consumer-confidence, especially among first-time buyers looking for a lower entry price to ownership
US yachting business launches new sailing rally
The 5,400Nm Atlantic Posse is expected to attract 50-75 yachts
Twin Vee to build electric boats in North Carolina
New US$10.5m production facility planned for Marion
Port Takola marina expansion gets go-ahead
Thailand’s Environmental Impact Assessment Board approves application for 300 berths
US boat-share firm reports 200% rise in bookings
Consumers increasingly opt for local, on-water opportunities
Wally presents first images and details of new wallywind range
The wallywind110 is scheduled to launch in May 2024
