David Robinson
David Robinson is a long-standing professional marine industry journalist writing on the global leisure marine business for the last 20 years. He continues to travel widely to boat shows and other marine industry events across the world, getting face-to-face with the companies and people making the news.
NewsFairline Yachts placed into administration after change of ownership last month
Around 100 workers were made redundant just two weeks after new owners took over
NewsItalian subcontractor sets up own superyacht brand
The Giangrasso Group partners with Ocean Independence in exclusive global sales deal
NewsGrand Soleil puts emphasis on new product development
A small, eco-friendly boat and a new flagship were announced at boot Düsseldorf
NewsFountaine Pajot unveils strategic plan extending to 2028
The move builds on the success of Odyssea 2024 which saw group become a much larger player in the European boating market
NewsUK marina finds new owners after 2.5 years of administration
The 222-berth facility caters to boats of up to 20m (65ft) in length
NewsAxopar launches new marketing strategy, holds world premiere of new Brabus Shadow
The Finnish builder is displaying the Brabus Shadow 1200 XT in Düsseldorf
NewsPrestige highlights new models, new management at Düsseldorf
The Groupe Beneteau brand is holding the world premiere of the F4.3 at the show
NewsSanlorenzo partners with MAN to develop new yacht bi-fuel engine
The new engine will be installed on a 50m superyacht by the end of 2027
NewsNautor Swan unveils big plans to boost sailing in the US
The Finnish builder outlined its strategy for growth at boot Düsseldorf, including new partnership with American Magic
NewsSunseeker outlines plans for new range of superyachts
Details were provided at the UK builder’s annual press conference in Düsseldorf
NewsGo-ahead given for €10m superyacht marina in Greece
The 212-berth facility in Patras will accommodate a wide range of yacht sizes
NewsFerretti highlights new products at Düsseldorf press event
CEO Alberto Galassi hints at a good year in 2024
NewsPearl Yachts presents Pearl 63 in Düsseldorf
Three dealers announced in Germany, France and Middle East
NewsICOMIA starts new podcast service highlighting key industry subjects
CEO Joe Lynch gives the first podcast on YouTube
NewsBoot Düsseldorf kicks off this year’s boating calendar in style
This year’s event will have 1,000 boats and 1,500 exhibitors from over 60 countries
News2025 SailGP starts in Auckland this weekend using new titanium T-Foils
Some 25,000 enthusiasts expected to view the races involving 11 teams
NewsOyster Yachts reports record-breaking sales for 2025 fiscal year
UK builder has already sold 16 yachts; further sales anticipated before year-end
NewsItaly’s largest superyacht new-build moves to outfitting stage
Admiral’s 100m hybrid yacht is due for delivery next year
NewsChange of leadership for Sanctuary Cove show
Action brought about by departure of longstanding general manager Johan Hasser
UKRising to the challenge - boatbuilder review, Part 2
Following on from IBI’s update on developments at Princess, Sunseeker and Fairline and the broader challenges the UK market faces, we provide a full round-up of progress in the rest of the UK boatbuilding sector
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