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News
Lloyd’s Register sinks its teeth into decarbonisation
Marine classification society shares expert insights into low-carbon maritime fuels
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USA
How Sea-Doo reinvented the pontoon boat
Sea-Doo’s pontoon boat line grows to meet buyer demand for more seating and amenities
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USA
US | Mechanical equipment: The floodgates open
After two or three years of relative quiet, a more competitive boat market is driving a surge of innovation among manufacturers of mechanical equipment
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USA
US | Entertainment systems: That’s entertainment
Technology has driven manifest changes in the marine audio sector, with both equipment suppliers and boatbuilders alike leveraging gains for greater customer satisfaction
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US | Decking: Form and function
For two US decking manufacturers, the best OEM design influences come from what’s hot in the aftermarket
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USA
USA | Galleys: New recipes mix size and compatibility
Energy management has become key for galley equipment manufacturers in an increasingly electrified onboard environment
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US | Putting the spotlight on the small boat sector
A focus on lighting packages for smaller, high volume production boats is bringing superyacht distinction to the masses
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US | Connectivity: Making the benefits clear
Connectivity has become a buzzword in boatbuilding, with equipment manufacturers working overtime to give end-users the information they demand
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US | Overview: An avalanche of ingenuity
A return to a more normalised boat market has driven innovation in the equipment sector, as boatbuilders increasingly look for means to differentiate in a more competitive market
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US | Seating: It’s all about creature comforts
Automotive-inspired features like seat cushion and backrest heating and cooling, along with suspension systems to soften the ride, provide an opportunity for differentiation in a competitive market
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US | Helm equipment: Integration and sophistication
Onboard equipment manufacturers appeal to boatbuilders with new designs and new technology to support a more cohesive feel at the helm
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Netherlands
Netherlands | Overview & Boatbuilders: Electric boating on a roll, but significant hurdles remain
While exact figures are unavailable, an estimated 30,000 electric vessels are already present on Dutch waters – and the mood these days is jubilant
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Spain
Spain | Confidence holds as big boat sector proves resilient
While Spanish boat registrations have increased year-on-year in the first eight months of 2023, many local dealers say the looming economic downturn in Europe could lower the demand for smaller craft. However, demand for mid- and large-sized boats is likely to remain strong.
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Spain
Spain | Expanding portfolios but concern over rising prices
As consumers cut spending, Spain’s marine manufacturers double-down on niche appeal to help sustain momentum
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Netherlands
Netherlands | Superyachts: Collaborating for the greater good
Dutch superyacht sector targets fast tightening deadlines to deliver genuinely green vessels
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Spain
Spain | Dealers: Confidence holds as big boat sector proves resilient
Despite more protracted sales negotiations and rate rises forcing a wait-and-see attitude from some buyers, Spanish dealers are quietly confident 2024 will deliver
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Netherlands
Netherlands | Equipment: Diversify and adapt
Dutch manufaturers back innovation and new eco-friendly product offerings to keep one step ahead of the market
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Spain
Spain | Boatbuilders: New models, new ranges as yards adapt
Market demand may be heading southward, but Spain’s boatbuilders are optimistic they have the portfolios to carry them through leaner times
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Netherlands
Netherlands | Vetus: New products, new partnerships
For almost 60 years, Vetus has been designing and building boat systems to get people safely and comfortably from A to B. Four years ago, it launched an edgy brand of water sports gear.
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Netherlands
Metstrade | Next gen showcase
METSTRADE 2023 will unveil a new Start-Up Pavilion in partnership with business accelerator Yachting Ventures. Here we preview the 15 participants and identify how they want to make a difference in future years