All Market Intelligence articles
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News
Tariff stacking piling on problems for US importers
Some companies say they have no choice but to pass increased costs on to customers
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Inboard engines
Ecomar’s modular Kairos 350hp e-motor
Designed for long periods of use, the new M460kW electric motor from Kairos is claimed to be easy to fit with a high payback value in terms of saved fuel
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Green Technologies
GRP boats recycled into planks
A marine recycling project has found a way to turn old boats into composite planks but needs the product to be purchased in bulk to make it viable.
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AI
VR headset to defeat seasickness
The new SeaCalm virtual reality (VR) headset is claimed to be able to alleviate the feelings of nausea within 7-12 minutes of activation
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Battery Technologies
Lower cost, faster-to-prototype custom batteries
Raeon has used its patented FloLock technology to create marine batteries that can be made to fit any space on board, reducing cost and improving lead-in times
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USA
US 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
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News
China exports to US sink to three-month low
Continued trade tensions see lowest trans-Pacific shipping activity since Covid pandemic
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News
Fishing ports could solve Spain’s yacht overcrowding problem
Berth shortages are a particular concern in Malaga and the Andalucia region
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News
NMMA: US boating sees bright spots amidst softening demand
Findings show small glimmers of hope at the top and entry level ends of the market
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Green Technologies
Offshore hybrid ship and eSail wing system win key awards
A ship that can recharge directly from windfarms and a rigid sail that uses forced-air suction for extra lift have both won their individual categories at Norshipping
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AI
AI enables drones to inspect critical structures
Using advanced AI that can recognise specific components will allow for the detailed inspection of tall masts or wide construction hall roofs
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Green Technologies
New study to help reduce marine plastic pollution
Recent research shows that co-operation between countries could reduce plastic pollution in our oceans by 64% and yield up to USD 36 billion in economic benefits
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AI
Shore power from recycled Nissan leaf batteries?
Rome’s Fiumicino airport is using a pioneering energy storage system based on 84 Nissan leaf batteries. Similar systems could be used on any marina quayside to harvest renewable energy from dormant boats
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Innovation
Heat-stroke detecting wristbands showcased at STP Palma
With Spain experienced record-breaking temperatures in recent years, a workplace safety day at Palma’s STP shipyard revealed the latest tech to protect outdoor workers in an exposed marine environment
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News
Bahamas boating sector reacts to proposed new environmental measures
New policies and regulations met by scepticism from some industry insiders
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Propellers
Joool’s rebranded smart electric propulsion system
The Joool electric propulsion system was launched at this years’ La Grande Motte Multihull Show, although the team behind have over 25 years of marine expertise
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Propellers
Operational efficiency: The cleanest kilowatt is the one you never use
Ollie Taylor, Future Marine
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Battery Technologies
Batteries made with recycled materials are ‘as good as new
UK-based clean technology company Altilium has been conducting tests with materials recovered from scrapped vehicle batteries, with less than 1% variation from new ‘primary’ metals
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Electrification
UK electric boat charging project completed along the South Coast
A network known as the Electric Seaway project has become live as part of the UK’s commitment to recharge leisure and commercial vessels of under 24m (80ft