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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
NewsSanlorenzo’s Q3 2025 results show sharp rise in year’s order intake
Order backlog jumps to €1.7bn with 90% sold to final clients
NewsYamaha reports lower Q3 revenues, higher costs
Declines in PWC sales, higher SG&A and R&D expenses combine with US tariff impacts to reduce Q3 earnings
NewsSaxdor Yachts expands production ahead of 460 GTC flagship launch
The Finnish yard is increasing manufacturing capacity as it prepares to debut its largest model to date
NewsEx-Sunseeker, Fairline exec joins TheYachtMarket
Industry expert Bryan Jones to drive global growth and innovation
NewsObituary: Brian Collings
The co-director of AMF Boats and founder of Rivercity Marine has passed away
NewsSAMSA appoints permanent CEO amid increase in marine traffic
Captain Dennis Mqadi joins the South African Maritime Safety Authority from Transnet
NewsFinal countdown to the 2025 Boat Builder Awards
As Metstrade approaches, the leisure marine sector readies for an evening that unites builders, suppliers, and innovators from around the world to celebrate excellence
News2nd Qatar Boat Show gains traction with new regional boat launches
Qatar’s homegrown talent shone at the event, with Doha Craft, Halul, Tornado, and Balhambar Boats highlighting the rise of the nation’s marine manufacturing industry
NewsBoatUS Foundation launches national database to track abandoned boats
Database to support ongoing nationwide effort to remove derelict vessels across the US
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