
Tony Esposito
Tony Esposito has been developing marketing strategies for and reporting on the US recreational marine industry since 1994. Having worked for a variety of businesses from biotech to boating as well as US government and politics at local, state and federal levels, since 1980, he has developed a unique understanding and insider’s perspective to his business coverage.
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MarineMax CEO: recovery may be slower than anticipated
The US firm is approaching the spring selling season with increased caution
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MarineMax record Q2 revenue belies “uncertain” market conditions
US firm lowers annual guidance following lowest gross boat margins in company history
- AI
AI-powered solar energy system for the marine industry coming from UK, Singapore collaborators
Grafmarine and AirGo Design have signed a knowledge sharing and development agreement to test the feasibility of using engineered lightweight fibre-reinforced thermoplastic composite materials for a sea-going AI-powered solar energy system.
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How to draw more females to marine tech trades
ABYC highlights marine techs of different backgrounds as part of International Marine Service Technician Week
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Florida’s proposed ‘Boater Freedom Act’ receives some pushback
Critics lament ‘one size fits all’ approach to legislation
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Sunreef’s Solar Skin 3.0 ‘a bold step toward smarter, more sustainable yachting’
Polish builder introduces next-gen clean energy system
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Smaller businesses take bigger hit on tariffs, impact beyond pricing
Tough decisions ahead for many US manufacturers and importers
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US marine stocks tumble amid trade war uncertainties
Many companies have seen their shares hit 52-week lows
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Mercury Marine opens APAC training centre
New state-of-the-art facility will provide technicians with the skills needed to excel
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Marine service tech workforce development a ‘slow, long-play’
ABYC hosts virtual forum on where the next generation of technicians will come from
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Auckland scuttles 2027 America’s Cup bid
The city is no longer in the race to host the event due to lack of government support
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Hinckley Yachts hiring for new carpentry facility
The US builder is opening a new facility close to its main boatyard in Maine
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Marinas still in recovery mode one year following US bridge collapse
Operators have seen little in the way of relief in helping them to reestablish their damaged businesses
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US boatyard acquires Portland Boat Show
Portland Yacht Services is a full-service facility in the US state of Maine
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New owner hopes to breathe new life into Tampa yacht club
Treasure Island Yacht Club poised for comeback following severe hurricane damage
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Hong Kong eyes yacht, marine tourism
Focus on yachts, island resorts and marine eco-tours could transform local tourism
- Boat Autonomy
Robosys launches first fully autonomous test boat
Robosys Automation, the British maritime autonomy software developer has splashed its first fully autonomous boat, commissioned for testing and sea trials.
- Electrification
ElectricFish Technology Day to feature AI-powered grid solution
California-based firm believes it has a scalable solution with its grid power bank that mixes ultra-fast EV charging with AI-driven energy management
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NMMA offers insight to EU retaliatory tariffs
The National Marine Manufacturers Association in the US is out with analysis highlighting what importers need to know
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BVI talks “concessions” to ease tension with US over charter boat fees
Proposed fee increase placed on hold until two sides reach an amicable agreement