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AI to assist with quality inspection of carbon composites
The ability to detect hidden flaws by interpreting surface variations in carbon mouldings has so far been the preserve of highly skilled professionals, but now AI can greatly help in the process
NetherlandsInsight: A big leap into the future
New state-of-the-art facilities and a series of fruitful collaborations are helping to drive Vetus’s business and product ambitions into an exciting new era
USARIBs: Room to grow
Competing on a combination of affordability, performance, versatility and low maintenance, RIB manufacturers look to expand their share of the US boat market
USAUS watersports: To the mainstream
Watersports tow boats have long been a small but important segment of the US boat industry. But now they’re finding more universal appeal
USADay boats: The hot market
From largescale luxury to retro cool, day boats continue to attract new buyers in a market where boat builders need to stand out to capture buyer attention
USASaltwater fishing: All markets, big and small
From offshore to inshore, US boat builders competing in the saltwater fishing segment are investing in product development with an eye to market recovery
USAFreshwater fishing: Steady as it goes
The only boat category to show year-over-year growth through the first quarter of 2025, the freshwater fishing sector remains a cash cow for US boat builders
USAPontoons: The consistency champion
Representing one of every three boats sold in the US, the high volume pontoon boat segment continues to attract new entrants
Asia PacificAsia-Pacific’s superyacht boom fuels demand for local refit and repair
The growing number of superyachts cruising the Asia-Pacific region is driving the need for more infrastructure
Middle EastRed Sea and Arab Gulf set for superyacht boom as new refit and repair hubs emerge
The region is poised for a major surge in superyacht activity, driven by ambitious developments and growing demand for luxury cruising
USAUS boat builders: Managing through the mayhem
Despite tariff turmoil challenging all US businesses with elevated costs and spooked consumers, boat builders push forward with new product and refined strategy aimed at capturing market share in an increasingly volatile market
AfricaAI helps seafarers avoid hitting Atlantic whales
Researchers are using machine learning to develop a probability map from data bases to help shipping avoid areas where endangered whales may be present.
NewsSailcloth manufacturers merge
The acquisition brings the two companies together under a newly established division
NewsGoodyear enters leisure marine market
Tire and rubber company collaborates with G-Tender on new RIB
NewsHow Hiswa-Recron merger shook the house, but didn’t bring it down
Dutch industry association emerges stronger after a rocky start, five years on
NewsFrench association for eco-responsible boating elects new board
APER strengthens leadership and advances sustainable boating at 2025 general meeting
NewsSpanish electric boat association reshapes leadership
ANBE unveils new management team and strategy to advance sustainable boating and marine decarbonisation in Spain
NewsIntegrel Solutions names US and Caribbean representative
Phil Gutowski has decades of technical experience and a pioneering track record with hybrid power technology
NewsIBI Summit: Navigating boating’s future through technology, relevance, and new audiences — A fireside chat with Brunswick CEO Dave Foulkes
In a wide-ranging fireside chat at the IBI Summit, Brunswick’s CEO reveals to IBI Editor Ed Slack, how the company is reimagining the boating experience—leveraging innovation, data, and strategic expansion to ensure the industry stays relevant and accessible for the next generation of boaters
News2025 Genoa International Boat Show - tickets on sale now
This year’s event will once again bring together industry professionals to explore the latest in boating technology and maritime developments
NewsBIA secures Queensland funding to expand Marine Jobs program
Australia’s Boating Industry Association has secured significant support from the Queensland government
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