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Amping up electric inboard propulsion

2024-04-24T14:17:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

Inboard electric propulsion systems are returning better power-to-weight ratio as OEMs harness advances from all sectors of ‘e-mobility’. Meanwhile, fuel cell and hybrid technology is helping to eliminate range anxiety

Germany

Market shakeout among equipment suppliers

2024-04-24T10:52:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Stefan Gerhard

Optimising warehousing and investment crucial as aftermarket demand levels off following year of market consolidation

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Canadian bank anticipates 2% interest rate cut within 18 months

> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie

The Royal Bank of Canada says rapid interest rate cuts expected to begin soon and be more aggressive than cuts in the US

Twin Vee Q1 revenues down 41%
2024-05-15T14:18:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Egypt launches online platform to promote yacht tourism
2024-05-15T13:59:00+01:00By Tony Esposito
Taiga reports higher sales, net loss for 2024 Q1
2024-05-15T13:43:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
22 boats destroyed in fire at Croatia marina
2024-05-15T13:37:00+01:00By Tony Esposito
X Shore named ‘EU Blue Champion’ by EU Commission, EIB
2024-05-15T13:25:00+01:00By Neil Eaves
New marina opens in northeast Poland
2024-05-15T11:54:00+01:00By Jaroslaw Adamowski

Nautor Swan appoints exclusive powerboat dealer in Florida
2024-05-15T11:39:00+01:00
Archipelago Yachts unveils new 80ft explorer vessel
2024-05-15T11:30:00+01:00
Yamaha Marine Spain joins Plastic Free Oceans project
2024-05-15T11:30:00+01:00
Bahraini developer issues Bahrain Marina build update
2024-05-15T11:30:00+01:00
Dream Yacht Sales appoints global yacht sales director
2024-05-14T15:17:00+01:00

Beneteau Group looks to accelerate fleet connectivity strategy
2024-05-14T14:49:00+01:00
Latest orca attack “not deliberate” says marine conservation firm
2024-05-14T14:13:00+01:00
METSTRADE organiser forms Superyacht Content Board
2024-05-14T14:07:00+01:00
Tommy’s Boats placed in receivership
2024-05-14T11:56:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Lewmar extends supply agreement with American Boatbuilders Association
2024-05-14T11:54:00+01:00

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A landmark destination in the heart of Dubai: Marasi Bay Marina set to redefine the yachting experience

2024-05-13T09:55:00+01:00Brought to you by D-Marin

D-Marin solidifies Marasi Bay Marina as a hub for superyachts with significant investment in facilities and berth holder experiences

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Latest Market Reports

Middle East

Boating market hots up across the region

> Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett

The Gulf leisure boating market is experiencing a boom on the back of record oil and gas prices. IBI investigates

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Latest Product Reports

Electrifcation

Yamaha partners with 14 tech firms to automate semiconductor production

Establishment of new standards body with Intel, Mitsubishi, Sharp and others aimed at strengthening semiconductor supply chains

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Green Technologies

Boating industry comes together to develop Environmental Footprint Standard

The project is led by EBI and is industry-financed

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The self-levelling yacht - CMC Marine spearheads use of advanced sensor tech

> Subscriber-only, By Jake Kavanagh

Harnessing artificial intelligence with powerful and responsive actuators and hydrodynamic comtrol surfaces can eliminate much of the movement associated with seasickness

ZeroJet enters into supply partnership with Highfield Boats

By Craig Ritchie

French-Chinese RIB manufacturer to offer New Zealand-made ZeroJet electric jet propulsion system with 2023 product line

IBI Presents

OceanLED leads the way with underwater light No Quibble Warranty

Two decades of high-end yacht coating development

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

MarineMax completes Williams Tenders USA acquisition ahead of schedule
Acquisition of tender business expected to be accretive to earnings in first full year of operations
Electric motor innovator Molabo sold
> Subscriber-only, By Stefan Gerhard
Manufacturer to tap into new owner’s production and scaling know-how
Sea Tow Boston under new ownership
Marine assistance firm sold to Captain Ethan Maass of MaassMarine Inc

MarineMax to acquire Williams Tenders USA
The move complements US firm’s yacht and superyacht offerings
Stormer Marine sells leisure boats division
> Subscriber-only, By Robert Wielaard
Dutch firm to focus more fully on the commercial market
Sanlorenzo-Nautor Swan MoU causes intrigue in superyacht market
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
Possible Perini Navi acquistion may have been trigger for the deal

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Boatbuilders look to exports to maintain momentum
2023-12-04T14:17:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Lars-Åke Redéen
Despite more challenging conditions at home, a low krona and international outlook is helping Sweden’s bigger boatbuilders carry growth momentum through to 2024
Dealers scale back on orders but infrastructure investment bodes well for future growth
2023-08-25T15:14:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski
Despite the gloomy economic backdrop depressing demand for now, pressure is growing on authorities to increase berthing capacities to harness sector’s potential
Europe: Slowdown bites but signs of optimism
2023-08-25T15:14:00+01:00> Subscriber-only, By Ed Slack
The slowdown in global markets is impacting Europe’s leisure marine sector as rising inflation and interest rates have caused a cost-of-living crisis across much of the continent. Eurostat data reveals that annual inflation in EU countries averaged 9.2% in 2022 – Estonia saw rates hit 19.4%. Not surprisingly consumer confidence ...

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Latest Boat Launch News

Archipelago Yachts unveils new 80ft explorer vessel
The Archipelago 80 offers unparalleled capabilities for exploration and adventure
Second Mangusta Oceano 39 hits the water
The three-deck yacht launched in Viareggio this week
Hammer Yachts launches new sport fishing model
The first two units have been sold, with the first expected in south Florida in September
German automotive firm launches first electric boat
ABT Sportsline collaborated wtih Marian Boats on the new ABT | Marian M 800-R
Focus Motor Yachts unveils first model in new X-Line
New series promises to redefine boundaries between sport cruisers and open boats
MasterCraft launches new Balise luxury pontoon boat brand
New subsidiary aims to offer amenities and features beyond those available through MasterCraft’s existing Crest pontoon banner
Princess Yachts expands F Class range
The UK builder launched the new Princess F58 at Palm Beach last month
Azimut introduces Grande 44M concept in Palm Beach
Five units of the new flagship have already been sold off plan
YYachts launch first new model of its Y8
Model hails a completely different approach to yacht design according to builder

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