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Rising to the challenge - boatbuilder review, Part 2
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
UKBoatbuilders hunting out opportunity as economy flatlines - Part 1
Economic pressures, regulatory challenges and workforce dynamics are reshaping the horizon
UKIndustry weathers stop-start year of change
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
UKNew government, new taxes, but falling interest rates a boost
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.
UKInnovation paying dividends for manufacturers
Innovative products, value for money and quick delivery prove recipe for success for the UK’s legion of marine equipment and accessories suppliers
UKFocus on profitability as supply chain headaches ease
Our annual A-Z review of key UK boatbuilders, with business updates and outlook comment on 2024
UKIndustry cautiously optimistic despite challenges ahead
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
UKOverview: Balancing act
Supply chains, freight costs and healthy order books present 2022 challenges for UK boatbuilders
UKLockdown proves leveller but boatbuilders look to future
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 ...
UKStaycation and vaccine boost put boating front and centre
Boom in boating interest, but travel restrictions prove major hurdle for yards and brokers getting buyers in to see product
Companies - UK
NewsRolls-Royce to launch new mtu 2000 engine for yachts and fast vessels
The 12-cylinder mtu Series 2000 M96Z will be ready next year
NewsRolls-Royce, Sanlorenzo extend contract for mtu yacht propulsion
The two companies have signed a new four-year supply agreement
People - UK
NewsCox Marine makes key leadership changes
UK engine manufacturer streamlines commercial strategy as it enters series production
NewsGlobal marine surveyor appoints new managing director
Chris Boyd to head up UK arm of international group
NewsLA Marine undergoes leadership transition
The UK-based marine law firm is now led by three partners
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