The Spanish leisure marine market is showing signs of stabilisation in 2024 following several years of accelerated growth.
While Spanish boat registrations have increased year-on-year in the first eight months of 2023, many local dealers say the looming economic downturn in Europe could lower the demand for smaller craft. However, demand for mid- and large-sized boats is likely to remain strong.
With the market returning to pre-Covid levels, Spain’s legion of niche builders are still managing to carve out sales
Despite more protracted sales negotiations and rate rises forcing a wait-and-see attitude from some buyers, Spanish dealers are quietly confident 2024 will deliver
As consumers cut spending, Spain’s equipment manufacturers double-down on niche appeal to help sustain momentum
Following in his father’s footsteps, Antonio Zaforteza has spearheaded the rise of marina management group OCIBAR. The CEO talks about industry trends, expansion plans, environmental challenges and the hazards of the tender process
Growth across the spectrum as dealers scramble for stock
A new 330-tonne travel lift will allow the yard to service and refit larger vessels
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Spanish builder chooses Ensign Yachts to represent the brand in Australia and NZ
Remy Millott appointed non-executive director and board member of the Spanish firm
ANBE unveils new management team and strategy to advance sustainable boating and marine decarbonisation in Spain
Arnau Lloansí appointed international sales manager of manoeuvring systems