Following on from IBI’s update on developments at Princess, Sunseeker and Fairline and the broader challenges the UK market faces, we provide a full round-up of progress in the rest of the UK boatbuilding sector
Economic pressures, regulatory challenges and workforce dynamics are reshaping the horizon
When it reflects on the year past, many companies across the UK leisure marine sector will most likely be relieved that they ended in better shape than first feared, with some cautiously optimistic sentiment for coming months
Storms darkened the forecasts of many UK marine businesses over the past year, thanks to unseasonable weather in 2023 and metaphorically due to political upheaval within an end-of-term parliament and stubbornly high interest rates.
Innovative products, value for money and quick delivery prove recipe for success for the UK’s legion of marine equipment and accessories suppliers
Our annual A-Z review of key UK boatbuilders, with business updates and outlook comment on 2024
Activity is settling back after post-pandemic highs and consumer facing businesses have had a more difficult year, but there are reasons to remain cheerful with at least some of the lock-down generation of new owners staying in the market
Supply chains, freight costs and healthy order books present 2022 challenges for UK boatbuilders
After a tough year of lockdowns, UK builders have been grappling with supply chain and logistical issues as they seek to maximise unprecedented demand in 2021. Perhaps not the ideal time to fuel further orders, but who could turn down a marketing boost from the ultimate brand ambassador – James ...
Boom in boating interest, but travel restrictions prove major hurdle for yards and brokers getting buyers in to see product
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
New facility supports a growing community of Oyster owners across the Mediterranean, with over 45 yachts already making Barcelona their base
The US firm is seeing increased European demand for its waterproof charging products
Latest cuts blamed on reduction in wholesale boat orders
Mario Gornati joins UK brand as executive director of marketing and communications; Mark Chinery promoted to director of sales