Boat shows may no longer carry the same boom time energy they once did, but across the marine industry there is little doubt about their relevance. In a market shaped by cautious buyers, higher costs and a post-pandemic reset, exhibitors say the face-to-face world of boat shows still offers something digital channels cannot replicate: trust, […]
Savvy Navvy is scaling its marine navigation app, adding 2,200+ US lakes and new European charts. The latest rollout targets high-traffic boating regions, adding over 2,200 US lakes and extending coverage into Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia in Europe. The new update delivers data for all major lakes in Minnesota while expanding lake coverage across 20 […]
At least 11 people were taken to hospital following a possible boat explosion near Miami on Saturday. One witness, Patrick Lee, told the Miami Herald: “When we looked back out, we saw three people flying off the boat in a puff of smoke.” The incident occurred at Haulover Sandbar just before 1pm local time, with first […]
Yachting Ventures (YV) and Metstrade have scaled their partnership for 2026 and expanded the show’s Startup Programme. Delivered by Yachting Ventures, the Startup Programme at Metstrade will feature two dedicated startup areas exclusively focused on early-stage and innovative marine businesses. The 2026 Startup Programme will offer 24 slots for innovative marine businesses – a significant […]
Leading synthetic marine decking manufacturer, Flexiteek, is an official sponsor of the African Boating Conference 2026, which takes place 20–21 October at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. Flexiteek has built an international reputation for combining durability, aesthetics and sustainability across the leisure marine and superyacht sectors with its portfolio of high-performance synthetic marine decking […]
MasterCraft Boat Holdings is sharpening its focus on the growing pontoon market with the appointment of Charles ‘Chip’ Gerlach as general manager of its Crest and Balise brands – the company’s pontoon segment. The role is effective immediately. Gerlach will lead both the Crest and Balise brands, with responsibility for driving product innovation, strengthening dealer […]
Revolution Marine Group (RMG) has appointed Nauta Dock as its exclusive dealer for mainland Spain and Andorra. The idea is that this will strengthen RMG’s presence in Southern Europe. According to Darren Henn, brand ambassador for RMG: “This collaboration reinforces our company’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and dedication to maintain the highest standard […]
“We delivered results that outperformed our expectations during the third quarter, driven by disciplined execution across our business and continued new product momentum,” says Brad Nelson, MasterCraft’s CEO. “In a market that’s evolving week to week, we’ve remained focused on our core strengths—delivering operational efficiencies, aligning production with demand, and differentiated innovation that resonates with […]
Twin Vee PowerCats is pushing ahead with expansion plans despite ongoing market pressures, using new Bahama Boat Works launches and broader product offerings to drive revenue growth. The Florida-based builder says its long-term strategy remains focused on disciplined scaling, even as profitability challenges and Nasdaq compliance issues continue to shape the backdrop. “We are pleased […]
A dramatic video circulating online is drawing attention to the dangers of boating under the influence. The footage shows the shocking moment an unconscious man – at the wheel of a boat – crashes into and up on a rock embankment in Steilacoom, Washington. The allegedly intoxicated operator narrowly avoided colliding with two ferries before […]
Italian shipyard Cantiere delle Marche has completed a shareholder transition, with CLP2 taking a majority stake following the exit of Austrian FIL Bros Family Office. CLP2 is an investment vehicle backed by the Loro Piana family and the Luisa Loro Piana family, alongside Carisma, the family office of Giovanni Cagnoli. It has now acquired the […]