Federal prosecutors have filed criminal charges against the operator of the container ship Dali and one of its technical supervisors over the 2024 collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, which killed six construction workers and shut down shipping traffic through the Port of Baltimore for months. The US Department of Justice has unsealed an […]
The British Motor Yacht Show 2026 opens its doors tomorrow (14 May 2026) at Premier Marinas’ Swanwick Marina on the River Hamble, and runs until 17 May 2026. Organisers have confirmed an expanded exhibitor list for this year’s show, and a broader selection of motor yachts and marine services. The appointment-based event continues to focus […]
The 2026 South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show concluded its three-day run at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton on Sunday (10 May), drawing visitors from across the UK and overseas to view more than 120 boats, UK debuts and developments in marine technology and innovation. Held from 8-10 May, the event brought together marine […]
The UK could capture millions in additional superyacht revenue through coordinated, data-led collaboration – but fragmented industry representation is undermining its ability to convert traffic, secure funding and strengthen its global presence, says Tim Mayer, group sales director at Group 1851. Eight years have already been lost to duplicated activity, he adds. A missed intelligence […]
For Bruntons Propellers, exhibitions remain less about immediate sales and more about putting complex engineering directly into the hands of potential buyers. They’re important visibility tools for the industry, even as footfall and market conditions show signs of softening. Speaking at the recent South Coast and Green Tech Boat Show, David Sheppard, sales and marketing […]
Volvo Penta has revealed details of a new D13 IPS Hybrid yacht propulsion system that it plans to introduce later in 2026. The integrated hybrid-electric platform combines propulsion, electric motors, batteries, energy management and controls within a single system based on the company’s Volvo Penta IPS technology. Volvo Penta says the D13 IPS Hybrid offers […]
Waterfront and overwater experience developer Arkhaus has bolstered its leadership team by appointing Steve Joyce as senior hospitality advisor. Joyce, who has also personally invested in the venture, brings extensive global experience from his time as CEO of Choice Hotels and chairman of Aimbridge Hospitality. At Arkhaus, Joyce will advise on the sourcing and negotiation […]
US-based recreational yacht retailer MarineMax is reportedly preparing to sell itself, according to reports in Reuters. According to the news agency, two sources with knowledge of the private discussions have confirmed that MarineMax’s board of directors “agreed last month [April 2026] to proceed with a sale”, with the process moving into the next round. The […]
For many would-be motor boat owners, the biggest barrier is no longer the sticker price on the hull. It is everything that comes after it. As marina fees, maintenance costs and wider household bills continue to rise, brokers say entry-level boating is coming under increasing pressure. The UK marine industry is facing a growing affordability […]
Monegasque Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc has taken delivery of his latest yacht: the 20th hull of the 102′ Corsaro Super, which has been launched at Riva’s La Spezia shipyard in Italy. The launch ceremony took place on 7 May 2026 at the yard’s production facility for yachts between 76ft and 130ft. Employees involved in the […]
Italian boatbuilder Sanlorenzo has presented its 2026-2028 business plan alongside consolidated financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The medium-term plan targets compound annual growth of at least 6 per cent for net revenues from new yachts through to 2028, alongside an EBITDA margin target of at least 19 per cent by the end […]