All Market Intelligence articles – Page 20
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Green TechnologiesGRP 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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Battery TechnologiesLower 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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AIVR 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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Green TechnologiesArtificial reefs made from waste
A project by ARC Marine aims to accelerate reef creation globally using a patented system of turning local waste products into specially designed blocks
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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
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USAUS yachts: A new dawn
Luxury yacht sales remain comparatively strong despite stock market turmoil
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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NewsChina exports to US sink to three-month low
Continued trade tensions see lowest trans-Pacific shipping activity since Covid pandemic
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NewsFishing ports could solve Spain’s yacht overcrowding problem
Berth shortages are a particular concern in Malaga and the Andalucia region
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NewsNMMA: 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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AIAI 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 TechnologiesOffshore 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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Green TechnologiesNew 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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