Italy’s CMC Marine has grown from a family ‘startup’ to a leading producer of electrically operated stabilisation systems for luxury yachts. Distinguishing itself through close customer relationships and the ability to deliver highly customised, integrated solutions rather than off-the-shelf products, CMC has carved a significant footprint in the superyacht sector. “Over the years, we developed […]
US marine retailer OneWater Marine has completed the sale of its Ocean Bio-Chem Holdings business to to Recochem Inc, for $50m. Ocean Bio-Chem is a cleaning product firm that manufactures, markets and distributes specialty chemical products under Star Brite, Star Tron, Odor Star, Performacide and other brand names. The business also provides private label production, blending […]
Miami-based E-Force Marine is introducing a large-scale 3D printing technology for the hull mould of its upcoming electric catamaran. The family owned marine tech firm has invested in an industrial-scale 3D printer, which is capable of producing the catamaran’s hull mould in modular sections. E-Force Marine will showcase its latest progress at the Miami International […]
The European Boating Industry (EBI) has joined the Active Tourism Coalition, a group of EU-level associations representing cycling, walking, hiking and water-based activities. The coalition has submitted a set of proposals to inform the forthcoming EU Sustainable Tourism Strategy. The proposals call for active tourism to be explicitly recognised within EU sustainable tourism policy – […]
Solé Advance, the marine engine and genset manufacturer, is undertaking a comprehensive upgrade of its production facilities, with construction works having commenced in September 2025. The investment forms part of the company’s post-rebranding strategy and is intended to expand production capacity, improve operational efficiency and strengthen its sustainability credentials. As part of this strategy, Solé […]
A legal challenge filed in the United States could have implications for how imported components are valued across marine manufacturing supply chains, particularly those containing steel and aluminium. Illinois-based Express Fasteners has brought a case before the US Court of International Trade, contesting how US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is applying expanded Section 232 […]
CMC Marine, the Italian producer of electrically operated stabilisation systems for yachts and superyachts, has signed an agreement with Navico – the parent group of leading marine electronic brands including Simrad, Lowrance and B&G. As part of the company’s continuing technological integration strategy (which already includes agreements with Garmin), the agreement is designed to offer […]
Mastervolt’s MLI Ultra 24/6000 lithium-ion battery has received type approval from marine classification society RINA. “We are proud that the MLI Ultra 24/6000 battery has received such a distinguished recognition,” says Ton De Winter, president of Power Solutions for Navico Group. “This certification underscores Mastervolt’s commitment to delivering premium quality in every aspect of our […]
Finland’s marine industry is showing the first signs of recovery after several turbulent years marked by weakened consumer purchasing power, high interest rates and post-pandemic market distortions. While the sector is not yet in a growth phase, manufacturers, dealers and industry leaders describe 2025 as a turning point toward a cautious upward trend, driven by stabilising […]
With its newly unveiled 11-metre custom tender, Falcon Tenders and Tim Heywood Design have set out to prove that a compact platform can still deliver the presence, polish and performance expected at the very top end of yachting. “Working with Tim Heywood Design has been a natural fit for Falcon Tenders,” says Mark Pascoe of […]
Leading synthetic teak boat decking manufacturer, Flexiteek, has appointed Mateusz Drejka as the company’s new production manager in Poland. The appointment will aid the continued growth of production capabilities in Poland. As production manager, Drejka will oversee the fabrication of Flexiteek decks in the Polish facility, with a focus on operational efficiency, quality assurance, and team […]