To support its growth trajectory, Sunreef has announced its implementing a €30 million industrial expansion programme across its two major production facilities. Based around its ‘strong’ 2025 performance which showcased its financial resilience, the company (with production in Poland and the UAE) has set what it calls a ‘clear trajectory toward €1 billion in revenue.’ […]
Matty Smith from Australia has been named Underwater Photographer of the Year (UPY) 2026. Smith’s photograph – Rockpool Rookies – triumphed over 7900 pictures entered by underwater photographers from around the world. “Once their pups are weaned, elephant seal mothers abandon them ashore,” explains Smith whose winning image can be seen above. “I watched dozens […]
US-based component maker LCI Industries, which operates under the Lippert name, has reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year (ending 31 December 2025), showing an increase in net sales and revenue. Lippert 2025 full-year performance For the year ended 31 December 2025, consolidated net sales increased 10 per cent to $4.1bn […]
Dutch boatbuilder Vitters Shipyard has signed a contract for the construction of Project 3097, a 53m sloop-rigged sailing superyacht currently progressing under the build name Project SY 07. The yacht has been commissioned by an experienced owner. Naval architecture and exterior design are by Dykstra Naval Architects, with interior design by Vripack. The design brief […]
The Superyacht Technology Show is introducing a dedicated Startup Zone at its 2026 edition, launched in partnership with Yachting Ventures. The show’s taking place 10–11 March 2026 at the World Trade Centre Barcelona. It’s the only independent event exclusively dedicated to new, existing and emerging technology in the superyacht industry. Why focused industry events matter […]
Artificial intelligence, superyacht strategy and infrastructure renewal will dominate the agenda at Marinas26, as the Marina Industries Association (MIA) gathers Asia-Pacific marina and boatyard leaders on Queensland’s Gold Coast in May 2026. MIA has released the full program for Marinas26, to be held 24–27 May 2026 at the RACV Royal Pines Resort. Billed as the […]
Rooster Sailing is making a decisive move into the Baltic market, appointing Estonia-based Baltic Sail as its new regional distribution partner in a step designed to unlock faster growth and simpler trade across northern Europe. Rooster’s got its eye on growing sailing community across Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, and beyond. Baltic Sail, based in Tallinn, […]
Private equity firms, including Centerbridge Partners, Blackstone and wealthy individuals, have expressed interest in buying MarineMax, according to three sources who spoke exclusively to Reuters this week. Reuters’ sources say the marine services company, which also operates marinas, has issued confidentiality agreements allowing the parties to review documents and receive other information to shape a […]
Richard Liu Qiangdong, founder and chairman of Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com, has announced the launch of an independent yacht brand, Sea Expandary, backed by an investment of around $700m (approximately RMB 5bn). The brand aims to bring yachting to households that might otherwise be unable to afford a boat. Liu has compared his vision to […]
A fire has swept through and destroyed much of Marker 37 Marina in Corpus Christi, Texas. The fire damaged dock infrastructure and multiple vessels, with the fire department and officials remaining on site to investigate the cause of the fire. An official statement from Marker 37 stated the fire destroyed most of the wet slips […]
Italy’s Ferretti Group reported net revenue from new yachts of €1.23 billion in 2025, up five per cent year-on-year. The group said this performance outpaced its reference market. Reporting its preliminary 2025 financial results, the company posted net profit of €90.1 million – an increase of 2.2 per cent compared to 2024. Order intake and […]