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UK
UK Equipment: Innovation paying dividends
Innovative products, value for money and quick delivery prove recipe for success for the UK’s legion of marine equipment and accessories suppliers
UKUK Overview: Cautiously optimistic
Activity is settling back after post-pandemic highs and consumer facing businesses have had a more difficult year, but there are reasons to remain cheerful with at least some of the lock-down generation of new owners staying in the market
SwedenSweden Overview: Currency boost as market cools
A weak Swedish krona has given the industry a boost but the major players are braced for a much tougher year ahead
USAUSA | Galleys: New recipes mix size and compatibility
Energy management has become key for galley equipment manufacturers in an increasingly electrified onboard environment
USAUS | Decking: Form and function
For two US decking manufacturers, the best OEM design influences come from what’s hot in the aftermarket
USAUS | 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
USAUS | 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
USAUS | 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
USAUS | 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
USAUS | 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
USAUS | 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
SpainSpain | 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.
SpainSpain | Overview: Despite market cooling, Spanish industry remains optimistic for 2024
With the market returning to pre-Covid levels, Spain’s legion of niche builders are still managing to carve out sales
News‘Generational business ownership change’ focus of International Breakfast Meeting
Azimut-Benetti’s Giovanna Vitelli highlighted her story at boot Düsseldorf last week
NewsNew US builder unveils first electric boat line
Prana Boats’ inaugural offering draws inspiration from iconic American classics
NewsGlobal Marine Business Advisors appoints new UK rep
The move comes following the resignation of incumbent David Lewin
NewsDF Capital appoints managing director, powersports
Angela Goulding to boost group’s presence in the marine and other sectors
NewsLeadership changes at BRP
Merging of powersports, marine leadership to drive stronger alignment and better leverage functional expertise
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‘Generational business ownership change’ focus of International Breakfast Meeting
Azimut-Benetti’s Giovanna Vitelli highlighted her story at boot Düsseldorf last week
NewsShow organiser proclaims boot Düsseldorf 2024 a strong success
Despite difficult conditions, exhibitors were said to be pleased with this year’s event
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