All Market Intelligence articles – Page 17
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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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Outboard enginesProteus 1.1MW tidal turbine certified for Japan’s National Grid
Tidal energy is seen as the most dependable types of renewable power, and Proteus Marine’s AR1100 model has received official certification for operating in Japanese Waters
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Outboard enginesRemigo’s new Neo 1500W electric outboard
A pioneer of the rudder-shaped and encapsulated battery outboard, Remigo has added a more powerful model to its portfolio via a boost function
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Green TechnologiesCreating fuel from CO2
A new solar-powered reactor that pulls carbon dioxide from the air and converts it into sustainable fuel holds promise for marine propulsion
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Battery TechnologiesHorse Powertrains’ suitcase-sized range extender
Horse Powertrain will be launching its highly compact range extender system at IAA Mobility, turning battery electric vehicles into serial hybrids with minimal modifications.
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Green TechnologiesFeadship joins the Nuclear Energy Maritime Organisation
As part of its energy transition roadmap, the Dutch superyacht builder Feadship has joined NEMO to help develop the framework for nuclear powered yachts
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Battery TechnologiesUK’s first recycled EV battery creates circular economy, lower carbon footprint
Two UK companies have partnered on the first electric vehicle (EV) battery cells produced with recycled cathode active materials (CAM), validating the use of such materials for high-performance automotive applications, creating a more sustainable and resilient domestic battery supply chain.
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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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Boat AutonomySaildrone’s autonomous Surveyor USV achieves global benchmark
The largest of three unmanned service vehicles (USV’s) in the Saildrone fleet has just been awarded full classification from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
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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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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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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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Green TechnologiesEngel proves plastic can replace aluminium
An innovative injection moulding technology from Engel uses fibre reinforced tapes with fluid melt technology to produce hollow bodies, with marine applications
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Boatbuilding Materials & MachineryLios secures €6.25m grant to commercialise SoundBounce
Two physicists have developed a composite sound and vibration reducing composite that is housed within a cellular structure
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