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 […]
Metrics released by D-Marin suggest an evolving pattern in cruising behaviour among modern boaters, with a notable trend toward cruising to multiple destinations within a single trip. The operator reported a 49 per cent year-on-year increase in total boat nights across D-Marin marinas, alongside a 28 per cent rise in unique vessels visiting multiple D-Marin […]
Brabus Marine is pushing deeper into the luxury performance boating space with the launch of its all-new Shadow 38 range, a next-generation platform developed in collaboration with Axopar Boats designed to combine supercar-inspired styling with high-speed capability on the water. It’s calling the range a ‘bold new generation’ which it hopes will redefine the German […]
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 […]