Latest Market Reports by Country
USA
Tesla layoffs create opportunities for US boat builder
Saronic Technologies plans to hire more than 100 technicians after Tesla sheds thousands of jobs in Austin, Texas area
CroatiaBuilders, charter operators invest to expand
In a bid to maximise on the rising popularity of its Adriatic coast among European, North American and Asian visitors, Croatian boatbuilders are looking to roll out new yacht models and expand to foreign markets
CroatiaOverview: Industry embraces positive outlook
Well established as a charter destination, it’s not only marinas that are investing – local boatbuilders are expanding too to meet demand for greater levels of customisation
USASailing: On a slow, steady decline?
Will the sport age out? That could be a possibility since the average registered sailboat above 24ft is 34 years’ old
USAPWC: Go fish
Personal watercraft remain the gateway to boating, especially if that involves a fishing rod
USAFibreglass: Building for the future
From compact deck boats to supersized day yachts, the US fibreglass boat market is about to see some of the most innovative designs yet with boatbuilders actively looking to capture new buyers with unique product
USACruiser market reaping higher returns
Where high interest rates have hurt some market segments, the cruiser and yacht category has flourished as buyers reap higher returns on their own investments
USATowboat market turns to innovation to tempt buyers
Boatbuilders in the historically durable towboat segment aim to fight higher rates with innovative new features
USASaltwater fishing sector bucks trend
New product and more insulated buyers have the saltwater fishing segment well positioned for further growth
USAAluminium boat market primed for recovery
A pillar of the US boat market, the aluminium freshwater fishing segment braces for market recovery with a wave of new models designed to tempt both serious anglers and fishing families
USABellwether pontoon market flags return of consumers
Sustained interest in fishing models and premium product shape the face of innovation in a highly competitive segment
Middle EastBoating market hots up across the region
The Gulf leisure boating market is experiencing a boom on the back of record oil and gas prices. IBI investigates
NewsOXE Marine in discussions with bond holders, EIB on potential restructure
Diesel outboard maker says it is looking to grow without working capital constraints
NewsAustralian equipment builder unveils new tender chocks
Davco says new AquaChock system mounts flush to deck surfaces to eliminate tripping hazards when removed
NewsRoswell Marine expands in Europe
US manufacturer establishes factory-direct distribution centre in the Netherlands
NewsNew marketing head for MarineMax Superyacht Division
Patrick Coote brings more than 25 years’ experience in superyachts to the role
NewsMalibu Boats names Springer’s replacement
New CEO is former president of the off-road vehicle division at Polaris
News2024 Tomorrow.Blue Economy World Congress returns to Barcelona
This year’s event will bring together over 250 experts, practitioners and community leaders from around the world
NewsBank of Canada cuts interest rate for second straight month
Further rate reductions anticipated as inflation continues to ease and boat sector plans for 2025
NewsPolboat Yachting Festival sees record exhibitors, numerous boat deals signed
This year’s event attracted more than 22,000 visitors
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