But signs of stability are emerging, as marinas and service businesses thrive
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
The partnership expands the Spanish builder’s coverage on the east coast
New collaboration with Progener to extend brand reach in Spain, Portugal, Cuba and Angola
New location in Torrejón de Ardoz will offer more services for boaters in Spain and Portugal
Touron pays tribute to the company’s service inspector and commercial manager
Andrés Orts Perez will oversee the Spanish yacht brand’s marketing activities
Marc Colls to lead technical and operational management at OIM, strengthening the firm’s focus on high-end marinas