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Netherlands
Equipment: Accessory makers put focus on large yachts
Despite the ongoing market downturn, demand for larger boats remains strong, prompting many Dutch accessory producers to focus on superyacht and megayacht builders. Company representatives say that in a highly competitive market, expanding portfolios with innovative products is key to staying ahead.
NetherlandsSuperyachts: Builders show resilience despite modest gains
Dutch yards leaned on speculative builds in 2025, starting projects without confirmed buyers to shorten delivery times
NetherlandsOverview: Dutch industry forecasts stable year
Data from HISWA-RECRON members show that most companies anticipate 2025 revenues to be in line with last year’s results
South AmericaBoatbuilders: Brazilian builders navigate between innovation, challenges, and global ambitions
The Brazilian nautical industry is navigating a complex landscape of opportunities and obstacles, balancing innovation, sustainability, and international expansion. IBI takes a closer look at how the country’s leading shipyards are charting their course
South AmericaBoating market seeks stability amid tariffs, high interest rates, and political uncertainty
Eduardo Colunna, president of ACOBAR, outlines the challenges and strategies shaping Brazil’s nautical industry, from US tariffs and financing bottlenecks to innovation in sustainability
USAHelm: Pinpoint control
Equipment manufacturers display an emphasis on controls in order to make vessel operation more intuitive and familiar for new buyers
USASanitation: All the comforts of home
More sustainable designs with residential aesthetics advance the head equipment segment
USASeating: Fit for a king
Advances in seating reflect a universal desire among consumers for residential luxury everywhere
USAZipwake Pro, Seakeeper Ride lead US surge in marine stabilisation systems
As buyers increasingly demand stabilisation systems, equipment manufacturers work to enhance product performance and bring interceptor tab benefits to a wider range of hulls
USAHow US boat equipment makers are winning young buyers
Against a backdrop of trade upheaval, US equipment firms are focusing on innovation for the win as a new generation of buyers begins to dominate the recreational boat market
SpainSpanish boating market adjusts to post-boom reality
But signs of stability are emerging, as marinas and service businesses thrive
NewsSunseeker International secures new capital injection amid restructuring
The UK luxury yacht builder is set to receive a multimillion-pound investment from Cheyne Capital and Cross Ocean Partners. Possible link with proposed acquisition of Sunseeker London
NewsFlat revenues, lower profits in challenging Q2 for Suzuki
Higher material costs and unfavourable currency exchange eat at profits
NewsMasterCraft first-quarter results exceed expectations
US boat builder reports 5.6% YoY revenue gain on higher volumes, prices
NewsExecutive appointment at MAN
Daniel Strucks to succed Mikael Lindner as head of MAN Engines business unit
NewsInternational Superyacht Society honours Rose Damen
Damen Yachting’s managing director picked up a Leadership Award for Vision & Impact in the Superyacht Industry in Fort Lauderdale last week
NewsCFO Stefan Fristedt to exit Dometic
Hunt for successor underway to assure smooth transition ahead of planned April 2026 departure
NewsTime running out to attend the 11th Boat Builder Awards at Metstrade
Book your tickets now for the global leisure marine industry’s premier networking event, featuring a gala dinner and unmatched opportunities to connect with industry leaders
NewsCanada axes luxury tax on boats
Fall 2025 budget rescinds wildly unpopular tax on boats, autos and aircraft which led to job losses while failing to meet revenue objectives
NewsTrump tariffs head to court
US Supreme Court to hear arguments on Wednesday challenging new tariffs as unconstitutional
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