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ElectrificationElectric boating on a roll, but significant hurdles remain for boatbuilding sector
While exact figures are unavailable, an estimated 30,000 electric vessels are already present on Dutch waters – and the mood these days is jubilant
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SpainConfidence holds as big boat sector proves resilient
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.
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SpainExpanding portfolios but concern over rising prices
As consumers cut spending, Spain’s equipment manufacturers double-down on niche appeal to help sustain momentum
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NetherlandsSuperyacht builders collaborating for the greater good
Dutch superyacht sector targets fast tightening deadlines to deliver genuinely green vessels
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SpainNew models, new ranges as boatbuilders adapt
Market demand may be heading southward, but Spain’s boatbuilders are optimistic they have the portfolios to carry them through leaner times
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NetherlandsSuperyacht sector boost as firms diversify and adapt
Dutch manufaturers back innovation and new eco-friendly product offerings to keep one step ahead of the market
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SpainDealers remain confident 2024 will deliver despite rate rises
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
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Deck hardwareProfile | Vetus: New products, new partnerships
Veteran manufacturer on the success of its edgy new brand targeting young, active watersports enthusiasts
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NetherlandsMetstrade | Next gen showcase
METSTRADE 2023 will unveil a new Start-Up Pavilion in partnership with business accelerator Yachting Ventures. Here we preview the 15 participants and identify how they want to make a difference in future years
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FoilingMake your boat fly
This year’s METSTRADE will have a pavilion dedicated to foiling. Organiser and enthusiast Luca Rizotti told IBI why this type of technology is the future, and why bringing electric propulsion and underwater wings together in one project is the perfect marriage
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Netherlands35 years and counting
What does METSTRADE really mean to its most avid supporters? There are just 26 companies that have exhibited at the event since its very first outing 35 years ago – IBI being one of them. We touched base with some fellow show veterans to get their take on the event’s ...
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USAINSIGHT | POLARIS
Polaris aims to grow its share of the hyper-competitive pontoon and deck boat segment with a value proposition based on quality, innovation and global market expansion
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Battery TechnologiesIndustry closes gap on auto sector with battery tech applications
With the world moving steadily towards electrified transport, battery technology is evolving fast. Key to new solutions is the use of accurate simulation in power train design, predictive monitoring in use, and improving energy density for the future
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NewsMarine navigation app could be first step in whale education, monitoring
New app allows individuals to upload real-time information to a community of users
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NewsPolaris Q3 marine revenues down 48%
Lower volumes attributed to inflation, higher consumer finance rates
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NewsMultiple new model debuts set great expectations for FLIBS
On the heels of the strongest IBEX in years, marine industry hopeful strong FLIBS could signal turnaround for US boat market
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NewsDutch-Norwegian collaboration leads to ‘Folkboat’ in three versions
The Strømsø Electric Folkboat is available in standard, fish and comfort models
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NewsPolish motor boat specialist launches two new models, eyes new export markets
Two new motor yacht models expand Golden Slide Marine’s portfolio
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NewsForza X1 hits construction milestone
US electric boat and engine builder one step closer to opening of facility when fully completed capable of churning out 1,000 boats annually.
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NewsSA engineering firms expanding into boatbuilding sector
Buoyed by recent technological advances firms historically dependent on commercial shipping are now delivering high-end products to some of the City’s best-known boatbuilding yards
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