IBI Aug - Sept 26 digital issue

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Check out the interactive edition of the August - September 2026 issue of IBI featuring live links and video content.

This issue provides a comprehensive snapshot of the European boating market as it enters a critical phase. We examine conditions across all major European countries as the sector navigates cautious consumer sentiment and geopolitical uncertainty while demonstrating resilience in key segments.

An exclusive interview with Ferretti Group’s new CEO, Stassi Anastassov, reveals how the former Duracell chief plans to apply consumer goods strategies to luxury yachting, with particular focus on expanding beyond traditional buyer circles to capture new demographics.

A Q&A with Chad Lyon of Wells Fargo Distribution Finance discusses his oversight of the bank’s wholesale finance operations serving the North American recreational boating industry and shares his perspective on current conditions.

IBI takes readers inside the Galeon Yachts facility in Wiślinka, Poland, showcasing how in-house innovation and precision engineering have elevated the shipyard into a manufacturing powerhouse capable of competing at the highest levels.

We also explore the evolving decking materials market, where traditional teak is increasingly joined by lighter, more sustainable alternatives, and examine rapid advances in marine electronics that are making boating safer and more accessible for recreational users.

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