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NewsCharter boats fleeing US Virgin Islands over fee dispute
Nearly 90 charter boats have moved from the USVI to the British Virgin Islands following new fees, taking with them around US$14m in direct seasonal revenue
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NewsUS government shutdown impacts recreation access, manufacturing and trade
The NMMA has outlined how its members could be affected, based on the most recent agency contingency plans and lessons from prior disruptions
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NewsRobertson & Caine CEO speaks out on tariffs, sends message to Trump
Theo Loock says the 30% tariff is damaging both US businesses and South African yards
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NewsSwedes call for stricter boating rules in 2025 survey
A new survey shows growing support for safety measures on the water, including age limits for fast boats, mandatory driver’s licenses, and life jackets
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NewsLack of boat, RV storage creates opportunity for investors
As the self-storage market nears saturation, industry experts say savvy investors are turning their attention to RV and boat storage to diversify and grow their portfolios
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NewsSurvey reveals age, gender and regional trends among Italian boat owners
Italian industry association presents new data at the Genoa International Boat Show
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NewsUS, Canada cut interest rates by .25%
Modest rate cuts aim to balance economic stimulus against climbing inflation
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NewsItalian boating industry hits record €8.6bn in 2024
Presented at the 65th Genoa International Boat Show, the latest Nautica in Cifre – LOG report confirms Italy’s dominance in boatbuilding exports and superyacht production. While high-end segments continue to thrive, the small boat market faces headwinds
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NewsHigher August CPI could reduce chances of US interest rate cut
August Consumer Price Index up 2.9% as job creation numbers plummet, undermining hopes for interest rate relief in world’s largest boat market
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NewsTurkey reinstates yacht tax, raising costs for domestic buyers
The 8% Special Consumption Tax plus 20% VAT could raise Turkish-flagged yacht prices by nearly 30%
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NewsFIN presents state of the sector report: French industry holds steady amid challenges
Despite inflation, shifting consumer habits, and global uncertainties, boating in France continues to demonstrate resilience. With stable long-term sales, strong charter activity, and water sports on the rise, the Federation of Nautical Industries unveils key figures and future opportunities ahead of the Paris Nautic Show
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News65th Genoa International Boat Show unveiled at Milan Stock Exchange as Deloitte study highlights record 2023 for Global Yachting Market
Genoa Show to spotlight innovation, sustainability, market protection, and global reach, following a Deloitte study showing a record 2023 for the global yachting market and a stabilising outlook for 2024. The Show also marks a new multi-year collaboration with the 38th America’s Cup
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NewsWait-and-see attitude spreads as Swedish boat market cools
With sales slowing, uncertainty high, and exports keeping some yards afloat, the industry faces a cautious wait-and-see period – but a rebound could be on the horizon
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NewsMadagascar yacht/superyacht visits doubled in 2024
Madagascar is due to feature prominently at the upcoming African Boating Conference in Cape Town in October
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Green TechnologiesNAFILean blends natural materials for visually appealing parts
The French composites specialist Materi’act has developed a biocomposite made from recycled plastics with 20% natural fibre for parts that ‘make biomass visible.’
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Green TechnologiesWavetream filters help shipbuilder reach UN sustainability targets
The problem of microsplastics and other pollutants in the world’s oceans is being addressed at source, with boatbuilders being encouraged to fit bilgewater filters
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Green TechnologiesPlastic-eating fungi could tackle the ‘plastisphere’
Hundreds of new species of fungi that thrive on munching plastic may hold the answer to a layer of man-made pollution called the ‘Plastisphere’
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Green TechnologiesGraphene partnership to boost solar cell efficiency by 30%
The company First Graphene has partnered with Halocell Energy and Queensland University to greatly improve the output of perovskite solar cells whilst reducing production costs
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NewsUS consumer confidence dips further in August
New tariffs continue to impact spending attitudes says new Conference Board data
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NewsInfrastructure shortcomings highlighted by Greek yachting industry
Facilities and regulatory hurdles seen as obstacles to one of Greece’s key tourism sectors
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