Groupe Beneteau expects sales and margins to improve in 2026, thanks to a 10 per cent increase in its order book and the planned rollout of new models. The outlook follows the publication of its FY2025 results in February 2026, which revealed that the French boating giant saw revenue decline by 18 per cent year-on-year […]
Electric vessel manufacturer Candela has raised €30m in a funding round to expand its production capacity, including the construction of a second manufacturing facility. The latest funding round includes participation from existing investors EQT Ventures, SEB Private Equity, KanDela AB and Ocean Zero LLC, alongside a new investment from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the […]
Sail Training International has appointed Vanessa Mori as chief executive officer, with the change taking effect immediately. Sail Training International is a global charity focused on sail training and youth development. It also organises the international Tall Ships Races event programme. Mori joined the organisation in 2018 as commercial director and has since been part […]
Heesen is making a change in its North American operations, with Thom Conboy stepping down as the company’s US representative after more than two decades in the role. Lars Christiaanse joins the organisation as sales director for Heesen USA. It is understood that Conboy has taken up a Florida-based sales role for Turkish boatbuilder Turquoise […]
Dutch submersible manufacturer U-Boat Worx has completed sea trials of its Super Sub. According to the firm, it is the fastest and most technically advanced private submarine ever built, and delivery to its first client is confirmed within weeks. The milestone follows a comprehensive validation programme off the coast of Curaçao, where the Super Sub […]
Marine technology company Savvy Navvy is partnering with US-based Seaward Automation to integrate its full navigation platform into the Command vessel management system. Launching at next week’s Palm Beach International Boat Show, this integration combines Seaward Automation’s innovative vessel system with Savvy Navvy’s data-rich navigation charts. Seaward’s Command interface enables real-time control of critical vessel systems while […]
MDL Marinas is introducing a temporary fuel discount for Otium members, offering 10p off per litre at its fuel stations across the UK throughout April. The timing is designed to coincide with the start of the boating season and the Easter period, when activity on the water typically increases after winter ends. The discount applies […]
MIN sits down with Norwegian Olympic sailor – and now CEO of Lift Ocean Marine – Petter Mørland Pedersen to discuss his company’s latest pivot, which aims to “unlock a huge market” with retractable, bolt-on hydrofoils. Lift Ocean is a small company with four employees, located 15 minutes from downtown Oslo and funded by private […]
Organisers of Metstrade, which concluded its largest-ever edition on 20 November 2025, have outlined changes for the 2026 edition, scheduled for 17–19 November at RAI Amsterdam. These changes include adjustments intended to improve navigation throughout the venue and introduce clearer thematic zoning. Organisers of the annual marine equipment trade show report that they are currently seeing […]
The 2026 Napoli Boat Show opens today, 18 March, at Marina di Stabia in Castellammare di Stabia, Naples, and runs until 22 March. Over 100 brands are exhibiting at the inaugural edition of the on-water show, with vessels displayed in the water and sea trials available on request in the Gulf of Naples. Organisers say […]
Brunswick Corporation has appointed Vittorio Bichucher as president of its Venture Boat Group division, effective immediately. He will continue to serve as general manager of the Navan brand alongside his new responsibilities. In this role, Bichucher will oversee the strategic direction, business performance and operations of Venture Boat Group. The division includes the Bayliner, Trophy, […]