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IBI, in association with Carlsquare, launches inaugural IBI Summit
Definitive M&A and value creation forum for C-suite shipyard, supply chain executives and industry investors
Polaris reports 12% Q1 revenue decrease
Marine segment revenues drop 7% on lower volumes as US boat and powersports equipment builder withdraws 2025 earnings guidance amid tariff uncertainty
BoatClass expands to more than 35 locations
Brunswick’s on-water training is now available in more markets, including Canada
International Multihull Show sets course for future growth
This year’s record-breaking event reflects expanding interest in multihulls globally
Gemini Marine up and running in new Cape Town factory
New factory in Blackheath features various upgrades and improved efficiencies
Brunswick names new head of Navan Boats
Vittorio Bichucher appointed general manager of the new day boat brand
Volvo Group Q1 revenues down 7%
Volvo Penta down 3% in period marked by tariffs, stock market upheavals and decreasing consumer confidence
MarineMax CEO: recovery may be slower than anticipated
The US firm is approaching the spring selling season with increased caution
Shuttered Baltimore-area marina to be auctioned off May 28
Property to be sold in as-is condition following sudden closure to safety concerns
New sales director at Pocket Yacht Company
Seth Fike will oversee sales operations at all of the US dealership’s locations
Confindustria Nautica VP elected president
Piero Formenti will head the Italian marine industry association for a four-year term
Dometic Q1 sales dip 11%
Continued OEM, aftermarket softness in ‘turbulent market’ offsets gains from new product launches and cost reductions
Waka US appoints new Iron Boats dealers
The Swedish boat brand is now available in five new territories throughout the US
AirFish WIG craft to redefine maritime travel for generations
IBI speaks to ST Engineering’s Leon Tan about the ongoing development of the new Wing In Ground craft
2025 Rio Boat Show opens with focus on hydrogen
The H1 Explorer is the first boat in the country designed to operate without emissions
Nimbus appoints first Aquador dealer for Japan
Enoshima Marina provides new and used boat sales, storage, maintenance and service
56th Southampton International Boat Show returns with bold new vision
The UK’s largest celebration of boating and watersports is undergoing a transformation
MYBA Charter Show boasts largest fleet in a decade
The four-day event opened today in Sanremo, Italy
US multi-line dealer acquires Virginia marina
Holly Acres acquires 135-slip Hoffmaster Marina in Washington DC suburbs
Beneteau to launch redesigned Gran Turismo range
French builder creates new generation of luxury crossover express cruisers
ePropulsion collaborates with Heysea Yachts for new electric cat
Latest electric catamaran design debuts at 2025 International Multihull Show
SA surveyor shortage adds to skills shortage headache
South African boatbuilders raise concerns at Cape Town careers conference
Correct Craft enters aluminium pontoon boat segment
Revel Boats pontoon brand positioned as a performance, technology leader
Multihull of the Year Awards 2025 – winners revealed
Annual award scheme reflects growing popularity of both sail and power multihulls
Value boat segment still soft – Brunswick
US boatbuilder ponders steps to reduce exposure in slow selling value category, including model reductions
US multi-location dealership acquired by employees
Viage Group creates employee stock ownership program as founders step back from business
US marina heads to auction
Philadelphia-area marina with expansion potential to be sold next week
Linssen upgrades interiors site to optimise production
The interiors section is an integral part of the Dutch builder’s Logicam production process
MarineMax record Q2 revenue belies “uncertain” market conditions
US firm lowers annual guidance following lowest gross boat margins in company history
Suzuki develops more sustainable corrosion-resistant anodizing tech for outboards
Company claims approximately 50% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional treatments
Nimbus Group appoints new dealers
TBS Boats and Morgan Marine will represent the Nimbus brand in Britain
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at AlumaCraft, Caterpillar, Yamaha Marine and more
Could Boat-to-Grid technology transform the electric boat sector?
How a collaboration between one green tech company, an energy supplier and Volvo Penta could revolutionise the boating business
SA Trade Minister to meet US officials on Friday amid tariff impasse
Parks Tau is due to meet a US representative in the first engagement since Trump’s tariff announcement
Marine Products Q1 sales down 15%
Chaparral, Robalo boat brands parent says tariff uncertainty expected to impact consumer spending in months ahead
Feadship director retires from executive role
Henk de Vries III is to step down after nearly four decades of leadership
Heesen Shipyard mourns death of founder
Frans Heesen passed away peacefully on Wednesday
The Whiskey Project Group launches new commercial watercraft brand
New Vycor line of patrol boats, punts and landing craft aimed at commercial applications
Brunswick responds to market uncertainties
Revenues down but in line with expectations in quarter marked by ‘challenging macro environment’
New CEO at GOST
Founding partner Brian Kane named president and chief executive officer
US charter firm opens second Georgia location
Nautical Boat Club-Wilmington Island is the company’s 28th US base
Yamaha Motor installs solar panels at three facilities in Europe
Installation of 3,229 new photovoltaic panels expected to produce significant energy savings while reducing C02 output
AkzoNobel expects cost-cutting program to offset US tariffs impact
Dutch coatings and paints giant reports “better than expected” first quarter
Navigare Yachting expands global fleet
New charter locations added to the Caribbean, Med and Seychelles
How to draw more females to marine tech trades
ABYC highlights marine techs of different backgrounds as part of International Marine Service Technician Week
Bavaria names new dealer for western France
The partnership will be officially announced at the upcoming Saint-Malo boat show
Brownell opens new manufacturing plant
US yard equipment manufacturer cuts ribbon on new 50,000ft² fabrication facility
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Moonen celebrates sale of first 110 Mustique
IYC showcased the 34m yacht in private viewings at the Palm Beach show
Highfield pink RIB auction raises US$50k for breast cancer charity
RIB auctioned off in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation raises nearly double its MSRP
Bahrain to boost yacht tourism, maritime safety
Government issues new edict aimed at reinforcing the island nation’s position as a leading regional hub for yacht tourism
Turkish newcomer Aiata to use Palma show to underpin Med expansion
Builder will show new Wayfinder 38 Suntop and announce new partnership with Mallorca Marine Group
Thai show to remain at Phuket Yacht Haven in 2026
Venue supports larger show format which attracted visitors from 20 countries this year
Work starts on unprecedented Amsterdam superyacht hub
The Dutch Superyacht Tech Campus hopes to welcome its first yachts later this year
Swedish builder names exclusive Australia, NZ distributor
Shogun Yachts expands presence Down Under
BlueWater Marinas acquires another Florida facility
The Boathouse Marine Center in Pompano Beach sells for US$16.1m
Dates set for 1st Malaysian International Boat Show
MYBOS will take place on Langkawi Island next month
Grand Banks makes key appointment
Lynn Fischer joins GB Marine Group as global chief marketing officer
West Marine partners with ABYC
West Marine Pro collaboration with ABYC school programs aims to “ease student transitions from the classroom to the workforce”
Rolls-Royce donates €250,000 to aid organisations in Magdeburg
Donation from engine builder, employees to assist aid organisations in wake of German Christmas market attack
2025 International Multihull Show prepares for record event
Around 80 boats will be on show next week, including 11 world premieres
Yamaha Rightwaters announces support of fisheries conservation group
Firm collaborates with California-based Pfleger Institute of Environmental Research
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