All Market Intelligence articles – Page 7
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Outboard enginesKahe Nautic and its new versatile Pod 600
Based in Lacanau, on the Atlantic coast of south-west France, Kahe E-Nautic is a new company that has developed a versatile type of small electric drive.
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Outboard enginesConsumer confusion: A word on watts
Most buyers understand the horsepower rating for ICE outboards, but kilowatts is more confusing.
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Outboard enginesBigger is better
Building on following success of the success of its previous Avator 7.5e, 20e and 35e electric outboard motors, Mercury Marine kicked off its 85th anniversary in 2025 by unveiling its two largest electric outboards to date at January’s CES technology trade show – the all-new Avator 75e and 110e.
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Outboard enginesElectric outboards, thrusters and pods
The lines are blurring between electric outboards, steerable pods and retractable thrusters. Whilst motors continue to get smaller and more powerful, the emphasis is shifting towards more energy-dense batteries, with easier recycling
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Marine ElectronicsMore than meets the eye
Advanced digital control systems bring fingertip handling to a wide range of boats
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Outboard enginesGreat things in small packages
Despite advances in portable electric motors, manufacturers of internal combustion portables continue launching new product aimed at capturing further market share
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Outboard enginesWhy size matters
Multiple new product launches create a world of wonder in a segment defined by technical innovation and engineering magic
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Outboard enginesMid-range outboards - The heart of the market
Reaching consumers in the highly competitive mid-range outboard segment requires imagination and a comprehensive product line
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Outboard enginesDespite the rise of electric, ICE still reigns supreme
Internal combustion outboards have been villainised in recent years, but new data suggests that when combined with sustainable fuels the venerable ICE outboard remains the top choice for powering a wide range of vessels
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Paints and CoatingsInsight | Sustainability: Here and now
With growing consumer interest in environmental sustainability, boatbuilders look to future technologies as a means of solidifying their engagement with eco-conscious buyers. But what can the industry do right now to be more sustainable? Quite a bit, it turns out, with a range of green options already available to boatbuilders
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FranceDespite slowing sales, prospect of lower interest rates kindles optimism
Despite slowing sales at the smaller end and a decline in boat registrations, the prospect of lower interest rates kindles optimism
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FranceCapitalising on industry momentum
Boatbuilders are investing in capacities, globalising their footprints and preparing new models as they battle headwinds of slowing market
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Marine ElectronicsGarmin debuts multiple new products in Miami
US electronics giant to debut chartplotters, sonars and radar arrays at world’s biggest boat show
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FranceEnvironmentally-aware and digitally savvy boaters driving equipment sales
Innovation continues to sell, both at home and abroad
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ItalyForward momentum but headwinds escalate
Buoyed by a resilient big boat sector, Italy’s industry continues its upward trajectory but complex picture emerging for year ahead
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ItalyFull order books for now, but builders of smaller boats under pressure
Boatbuilding sector continues aggressive launch programme as we report on what we can expect from key players this year
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ItalyRIB and dayboat builders hit premium throttle
Despite slowdown in the small boat sector, Italy’s top-end RIB and dayboat builders continue to outperform market
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ItalySustainability and comfort give sailing the edge
Key builders launch a spate of new models with eco accent on luxury and performance
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ItalyTale of two markets for manufacturers
Innovation, diversification and global expansion prove vital for equipment manufacturers amid market uncertainty
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NewsChallenging year for Finnish boating industry
But value of exports rise, says industry association Finnboat
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