International Boat Industry

Following a dynamic post-pandemic upturn, France’s marine market has suffered a two-year downturn – but signs of a revival have started emerging over the past 12 months

Italy

Italian marine industry shows resilience amid recovering consumer confidence

> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson and Ed Slack

Despite challenges such as affordability concerns, European market stagnation, and trade uncertainties, renewed consumer interest and a stable superyacht sector pave the way for a brighter year ahead

Middle East Update - Optimism on the ground despite disruption

> Subscriber-only, By Mike Derrett and Mahmoud Itani

As the Marine Industry maintains an overview of a fast-moving situation

Sunseeker names new CEO
2026-03-03T11:31:00+00:00
Myers Q4 revenues flat, profits up
2026-03-06T15:24:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Investment firm sets sights on marina sector with two acquisitions
2026-03-06T13:24:00+00:00> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Boero Yacht Coatings joins Ferrari Hypersail project
2026-03-06T12:42:00+00:00By Neil Eaves
YYachts begins construction of first hybrid-powered Y8
2026-03-06T12:33:00+00:00By Neil Eaves
Finnish solar-powered builder overhauls range, expands in Western Africa
2026-03-06T12:30:00+00:00By Jaroslaw Adamowski

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Equipment firms adapt to secure marketshare as headwinds persist

> Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski

A drop in new-build boat production has stifled growth for France’s marine equipment suppliers, but overseas markets still offer promising new opportunities

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Electric outboard makers redefine performance, range and design

> Subscriber-only, By Jake Kavanagh

The initial rush of new brands is now giving way to refinements to existing models, including more streamlined and integrated designs, and with better performance

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MITEK adds to its successful range of innovative marine e-mobility solutions

Tecma introduces first fully 48V marine sanitary system

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Investment firm sets sights on marina sector with two acquisitions
> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Dallas-based Investment firm buys two US marinas
Lund Boats today announced a new partnership with the Minnesota Vikings
Lund Boats Announces Partnership with the Minnesota Vikings, uniting two iconic brands that have been trusted and celebrated across Minnesota for generations.
Suzuki acquires battery business
> Subscriber-only, By Craig Ritchie
Acquisition of all-solid-state lithium-ion battery business from Kanadevia Corporation expected to support electric propulsion system development

Weichai boosts stake in Ferretti Group
> Subscriber-only, By David Robinson
Weichai Shandong Heavy Industry Group has raised its stake in Ferretti S.p.A to 39.05% through a share acquisition on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange,
Malibu unveils strategic vision behind Saxdor deal
> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
Malibu Boats to expand its market presence, leverage international manufacturing, and fill strategic product gaps
Malibu Boats acquires Saxdor
Finnish brand bought for €150m

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Major composites show in Paris, March 10-12
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> Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito
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