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Quality one-stop option for approved marine engine lubricants
Why stock multiple similar ranges of lubricants when one high-quality lineup of approved engine and gear oils can cover everything from PWCs to large high-performance motor yachts? Global engine lubricant and additive manufacturer LIQUI MOLY outlines the importance of its dedicated recreational boating market range.
Eliminating barriers to boating
Advanced driver assistance systems hold the key to overcoming barriers to boating, such as the fear and embarrassment of making a mistake when docking your boat.
Why ADAS is poised to revolutionise boating
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) have existed in automobiles for more than 100 years, since the first version of cruise control – then known as “the speed control device” – was invented by UK car manufacturer Wilson-Pilcher in 1908. Rapid technological development since, particularly in onboard electronics, has sparked a ...
ALEXSEAL launches visualiser for its metallic and solid yacht paint ranges
The global yacht coatings specialist manufacturer has created its Color Configurator to inform paint choices for all markets. This tool additionally offers a linked 3D design lens to simulate what the chosen hues might look like in every lighting state, from dark shade to the brightest sunlight.
Flexiteek 3 heralds new era of high-performance sustainable decking
DAME-nominated Flexiteek 3 has heralded a new era of high-performance sustainable decking, with many benefits of importance to boat owners, boatbuilders and refitters
Creating Mood with Colour
Colour is essential to all good design. It adds visual interest and plays a significant role in shaping the mood and atmosphere of a space. On a yacht, where relaxation, adventure, and luxury converge, thoughtful colour choices can elevate the overall experience. In this article, Ultrafabrics explores how different colours ...
Choosing the right flexible impeller pump for marine engine cooling
The Jabsco technical team at Xylem explain the advantages and characteristics of flexible impeller pumps for cooling and the different types of marine engine cooling systems that they work with
Honda Marine launches joystick steering collaboration
Honda Marine is introducing a new joystick steering system to provide easy handling that seamlessly integrates Ultraflex steering and Vetus bow thrusters
Ultrafabrics: a deeper dive into our sustainability mission
Ultrafabrics reached its sustainable material goal in 2024, a full year ahead of schedule. Learn how this marine fabric specialist has improved its sustainable practices as a part of the company’s ongoing commitment to creating a positive impact on the planet
Bringing paint to life
The journey of every yacht coating starts in the laboratory and passes a high-tech production line. Jens Büning from the ALEXSEAL Yacht Coatings lab team provides IBI readers with a tour behind the scenes of how and why to develop new yacht coatings
Designer’s Guide: Specification tips for marine upholstery
Whether you’re outfitting a luxury sailing yacht or high-end motor boat, choosing suitable upholstery fabric is more than just a design decision—it’s essential for ensuring both beauty and durability in challenging marine environments.
Making paint is like baking a cake
As strange as it may sound, there are several significant similarities between achieving an excellent paint finish for a yacht and creating the perfect cake, as marine coatings specialist manufacturer ALEXSEAL explains
Which marine toilet is right for your boat?
Learn about the different types of manual and electric toilets available from Jabsco, a Xylem brand, and what you need to consider when specifying one for a new boat or refit.
Pitter proves BOS LE300 battery systems on more than 80 yachts
Ante Brzić, COO of Pitter Yachtcharter, explains how the BOS LE300 lithium extension smart battery system is proving transformative for this major international charter company’s fleet of yachts
Ultrafabrics: Redefining Sustainable Luxury in Marine Design
In the realm of luxury marine fabrics, Ultrafabrics stands out as a pioneer in innovation, seamlessly blending aesthetics, performance, and sustainability. Our journey in crafting these materials is driven by a deep understanding of the discerning yacht owner’s needs, where every detail reflects a commitment to quality.
BOS Battery S the ideal solution for yacht charter businesses
Increasing demands for comfort afloat, new generations of less experienced boaters and the move towards fully networked yachts means that charter operations need easily upgradeable energy storage for their fleets, which is precisely the strength of the highly versatile BOS battery S LiFePO4 battery.
OceanLED leads the way with underwater light No Quibble Warranty
OceanLED has become the first underwater light manufacturer to offer a ‘No Quibble Warranty’ on its products. It will apply to all X-Series, Sport Series or Discover D3 underwater lights from 21 March 2024.
Two decades of high-end yacht coating development
Alexseal Yacht Coatings celebrates its 20th anniversary by reflecting on its origins as a part of long-established coating solutions manufacturer Mankiewicz, its mission today and intentions tomorrow
Wolz Nautic Italy adopts additive manufacturing for faster delivery of custom boat designs
Wolz Nautic Italy, a worldwide leader in teak deck design, production and fitting, has purchased a Massivit 5000 industrial 3D printer to increase its capabilities when offering complex solutions for manufacturing custom elements while improving accuracy and saving on time and resources.
3D printing transforms vessel upgrades and repairs
Leading Croatian maintenance and repair facility, Velum Nautica, is using a Massivit 3D printer to transform its custom component manufacturing and rare part replacement capabilities.
OceanLED takes multizone lighting control to next level
The patent-pending OceanLED OceanBridge is the perfect companion for any vessel’s lighting. The innovative new system takes boat owners and captains deeper into customisable lighting options with universal control of all boat lights from an MFD, smartphone or tablet.
Automating boatbuilding by utilising industrial 3D printers
Breakthroughs in industrial 3D printing technology are enabling boat manufacturers to overcome multiple production challenges with labour, material waste, and speed.
Glendinning launches ProPilot-S as new sailboat propulsion solution
Less Space. More Control. The ProPilot-S combines engine throttle and bow thruster control for sail boaters
Pitter yachtcharter tests BOS LE300 lithium extension batteries
BOS products have the potential to solve the common problems facing most charter businesses
The perfect system for a perfect finish
ALEXSEAL is proud to make its contribution to the ship building process
Alexseal announces a new era of acrylic topcoats
Acrylic Topcoat X is the newest addition to the Alexseal coating portfolio
Comfort afloat enhanced through the use of BOS LE300 intelligent lithium batteries
Tests conducted by Italian manufacturer, Quick, have proven that BOS offers a perfect solution to maintaining the duration of its DC-powered range of MC2 gyro stabilisers.
Actisense - the progression of networking on boats
The network specialist provides an overview of the technologies making today’s generation of connected boats the most advanced yet
Why service is essential when choosing your yacht coating partner
Each yacht project is unique. To deliver the best result, you need high-end products and first-class support. That is why Alexseal has a comprehensive service package available to its customer worldwide
How BOS sets a new benchmark in sustainability for batteries
The lithium power storage specialist explains how it is achieving a promising pathway to green energy solutions
How to achieve a perfect finish with the right topcoat
Designing the surface of a yacht perfectly means bringing the owner’s demands for the craft together with those of the yacht builder in the best possible way
Actisense - working to fund vital marine conservation projects
Marine electronics firm partners with charity dedicated to supporting vital and innovative marine conservation projects
Three fundamentals of designing a fault-free NMEA 2000 network
Building an NMEA 2000 network can be daunting, with several standards and specifications that you should follow.
BOS – How to extend any boat’s lead-acid battery system with lithium batteries
When thinking of upgrading a boat’s electrical system there are some hassles to overcome first
Actisense - the NMEA specialists
How to connect multiple onboard electronic devices to deliver the data users need
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