All Sector Spotlight articles
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UKChallenging market restricts UK boat show scene
The sector is evolving in the face of changing economic realities and shifting market demands
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Boat LaunchRIB tender makers go upscale in a competitive, challenging market
The sector continues to evolve with new sizes, designs and propulsion technologies
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Boat LaunchThe best of both worlds
As amphibious boats grow in popularity, one New Zealand manufacturer has developed a self-propelled, trailer-like boat launcher that brings go-anywhere capability to owners of traditional boats
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PropellersDirect to consumer
A new collaboration between a boat builder and a propulsion supplier leverages convenience to bring new families into boating
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UKEquipment: Sector set for positive post-Brexit outlook
Thanks to specialist innovation and advanced manufacturing, UK marine equipment suppliers are continuing to find commercial success around the world
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UKUK marinas: Sector sees major ownership changes and raft of facility sales in 2025
Operators are also modernising facilities, enhancing visitor experiences, and prioritising sustainability, bolstering marine tourism and reshaping the sector for long-term success
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UKUK Overview: Industry faces a year of challenges and optimism amid shifting market dynamics
The British marine sector navigated a turbulent 2025, marked by subdued sales, cautious buyers, and supply-chain pressures, but optimism persists as businesses adapt through diversification, export growth, and innovation.
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Paints and CoatingsAddressing the challenge of protecting multi-substrate surfaces
Propspeed aims to build revenues through an innovative line extension strategy based on accessing entirely new market segments
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Green TechnologiesAdvances in green tech
With growing pressure on the maritime sector to reduce energy use, minimise waste and champion sustainability, we look at some of the latest breakthroughs
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Design & TechnologyHow voice and gesture tech is revolutionising boating
For years we talked about how easy it is to operate onboard controls ‘at the push of a button’. But with advancements in voice control and gesture control technology, could the days of buttons, switches and other physical controls be numbered?
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AVKeeping it simple
Concert hall sound has become a given among marine audio systems, making ease of installation a key differentiator in a highly competitive market
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SecurityThe adaptable boat
By 2030, nearly all new boats are expected to have a built-in sensor network as standard, including remote access and security safeguards. Meanwhile, legacy equipment can also be digitised. We explore the latest innovations and have a glimpse of the future
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USARIBs: Room to grow
Competing on a combination of affordability, performance, versatility and low maintenance, RIB manufacturers look to expand their share of the US boat market
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USAUS yachts: A new dawn
Luxury yacht sales remain comparatively strong despite stock market turmoil
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USAUS watersports: To the mainstream
Watersports tow boats have long been a small but important segment of the US boat industry. But now they’re finding more universal appeal
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USADay boats: The hot market
From largescale luxury to retro cool, day boats continue to attract new buyers in a market where boat builders need to stand out to capture buyer attention
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USASaltwater fishing: All markets, big and small
From offshore to inshore, US boat builders competing in the saltwater fishing segment are investing in product development with an eye to market recovery
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USAFreshwater fishing: Steady as it goes
The only boat category to show year-over-year growth through the first quarter of 2025, the freshwater fishing sector remains a cash cow for US boat builders
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USAPontoons: The consistency champion
Representing one of every three boats sold in the US, the high volume pontoon boat segment continues to attract new entrants
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USAUS boat builders: Managing through the mayhem
Despite tariff turmoil challenging all US businesses with elevated costs and spooked consumers, boat builders push forward with new product and refined strategy aimed at capturing market share in an increasingly volatile market
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