Latest Market Reports by Country
Poland
Inside Poland’s precision-engineered yacht factory
IBI toured the Galeon Yachts facility in Wiślinka to see how in-house innovation and precision engineering have transformed the shipyard into a manufacturing powerhouse
SpainSpain Market Report: Dealers adapt to choppy waters
Spanish boat dealers are adjusting their strategies to meet changing market conditions following the pandemic-era sales surge. Success now depends on meeting increasingly complex client requirements
SpainSpain Market Report: Equipment – advancing through innovation
Spain’s marine equipment manufacturers invested in production capacity and international expansion in 2025 despite inflationary pressures and market uncertainty
SpainSpain Market Report: Boat Builders – Sailing towards stronger exports
As domestic boat sales hold steady, Spanish builders are accelerating their international expansion into Europe, North America and emerging markets
SpainSpain Market Report: Overview – Navigating stable waters
After a slow start to 2025, the Spanish market showed signs of gradual recovery from summer onward, finishing with a strong final quarter
USAUS Market Report: Luxury yachts outperform in a divided market
A K-shaped US economy is supporting demand for luxury vessels as the broader boat market grapples with an affordability challenge
USAUS Market Report: Hooking up with fishing buyers
Fishing boats continue to dominate the US boat market, always finding new buyers in even soft markets
USAFamily recreation: US builders double down on innovation as tariffs and margin pressure reshape the market
With retail demand softening and cost pressures mounting, US boat builders are turning to product differentiation and portfolio expansion to defend market share across key recreational segments
USAUSA overview: From boom to balance in the recreational boating market
The US recreational boating market is still recalibrating after the pandemic surge, as manufacturers confront a softer new boat market, a strong pre-owned segment and shifting consumer priorities
GermanyGermany: Five strategies for successful shipyards
Alongside efficiency and top quality, German shipyards are sharpening their focus on specific market segments. We explore the strategies of tomorrow’s successful players
GermanyGermany: Driving innovation in a fast-evolving market
From electric propulsion systems to advanced yacht integration, German equipment manufacturers are leading the way in sustainability, efficiency, and tailored solutions for global growth
GermanyGermany: Improved market sentiment sparks optimism
Stable demand for larger boats and demographic shifts are driving recovery in German water sports
EstoniaEstonian boat industry eyes growing domestic momentum
The nation’s boating sector remains optimistic, driven by rising local interest, marina investments, and strong Nordic exports despite market challenges
NewsSailPro appoints UK sales and development partner
GDS Limited will lead market development for clubs, race organisers and sailors across the region
NewsBrunswick reports stronger Cannes orders and Mercury share
Navan wholesale orders exceed 2025 levels as Mercury takes 67% of outboards
NewsTISG narrows field to 11 bidders as sale process enters second phase
The Italian Sea Group moves closer to a potential sale after receiving 11 non-binding offers by the September 15 deadline
NewsHanseYachts announces management changes in North and South America
Marian Scheer appointed general manager to oversee the HanseYachts brands across North and South America
NewsC-Quip expands European sales team
Floris van Ede will be based in the Netherlands as NZ firm strengthens European presence
NewsFormer Sunseeker CEO rejoins Ferretti Group as advisor
Andrea Frabetti will work alongside new Ferretti CEO Stassi Anastassov
NewsSupreme Yachting reports 77% revenue growth
Greek yacht services company posts €1.41m revenue and a 76% rise in pre-tax profit for 2025
NewsCannes Yachting Festival generates strong sales, draws 56,000 visitors
Last week’s show generated significant business activity, with a large volume of deals concluded and more anticipated
NewsMengi Yay joins SYBAss to strengthen Turkish representation
The Turkish builder has joined SYBAss, adding further representation of the country’s growing superyacht construction sector
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