As of 13 March 2026, at least six or seven vessels – including oil tankers – have been struck by projectiles or explosive-laden boats in the Strait of Hormuz and the wider Persian Gulf within a 48-hour period, according to information gathered by Marine Industry News. The surge in attacks is severely disrupting shipping through […]
The Callegari inflatable boats brand is returning to the market following its acquisition by the Recchia Industrial Group, which has also taken control of associated assets and technical know-how. Callegari, an Italian builder of inflatable boats, produced a large number of vessels from the 1970s onwards and established a presence in several international markets during […]
An ongoing collaboration between ABB and Dutch yacht builder Oceanco highlights that the shift to electric propulsion is taking place with superyacht specification. ABB is set to supply an integrated electric power and propulsion package for two superyachts currently under construction and scheduled for delivery in 2031 and 2032. ABB says yacht owners are increasingly […]
Italy accounts for an outsized share of the world’s luxury yacht market, with prestigious brands producing everything from handcrafted inflatables to superyachts. Boatbuilders answer as much to heritage as to market demand, aware that each vessel carries the yard’s name into the future. MIN visits northern Italy to discover whether engineering can produce great beauty. […]
The maritime sector has long warned that a shortage of skilled welders and fabricators could slow growth across shipbuilding, vessel repair and offshore industries. A new training initiative launched by British Maritime Training and Assessment and Fareport Training aims to tackle that challenge head-on, equipping local people with practical skills needed for careers in the […]
Columbus Yachts has launched the 38m Atlantique yacht M/Y Principessa Capricciosa in Savona, northwest Italy. The vessel is the smallest model in the Atlantique series, announced in 2021, and the fourth yacht delivered within the range. Previous launches in the series include the two Atlantique 43 yachts M/Y Frette and M/Y Night Fury, followed by […]
A new safety standard aimed at making personal protective equipment (PPE) more inclusive has been introduced across the UK. But for many boatbuilders, especially women, the reality on the workshop floor has yet to catch up. A survey by Women in Boat Building (WIBB) suggests poorly fitting gloves, masks and overalls remain commonplace, potentially compromising […]
Organisers of the Dubai International Boat Show have confirmed that this year’s edition, originally scheduled for 8-12 April 2026, has been postponed. The show will now take place from 25-29 November 2026 at Dubai Harbour. Going forward, the show will take place in November each year. A public statement issued by show organisers, Dubai World […]
Informa PLC has published its full-year results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reporting revenue of £4.04bn, compared with £3.55bn in 2024. Adjusted operating profit reached £1.14bn, up from £995m the previous year, while free cash flow totalled £884.8m. The London-based business information publisher and events organiser operates across B2B live events, digital services […]
Sunseeker has marked the start of lamination for hull no.1 of the Sunseeker 134 Superyacht at its dedicated superyacht facility in Osprey Quay, Dorset, on the UK south coast. The milestone was recognised with a ceremony attended by staff involved in the project. The Osprey Quay site covers approximately 27,000 sq ft and has been […]
British diesel outboard manufacturer, Cox Marine, has opened a new multi-functional training and collaboration space at its UK manufacturing headquarters in Shoreham-by-Sea. The new facility will primarily focus on the technical and product training for Cox Marine’s global network of distributors, dealers and service partners. Located within the company’s manufacturing headquarters, the space offers a […]