IBI June - July 26 digital issue

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Check out the interactive edition of the June - July 26  issue of IBI featuring live links and video content. 

This issue of IBI examines the US recreational boating market as it continues to recalibrate following the pandemic surge. While new boat sales remain under pressure through the first half of 2026, several structural indicators suggest the industry is fundamentally stable. Key segments including family recreation, fishing boats, and yachts are explored in detail.

Our Spanish market report covers boat builders, equipment manufacturers, and dealers, noting that after a subdued start in 2025, the market showed signs of gradual recovery from summer onward.

An in-depth interview with Finnish boat designer Sakari Mattila reveals his design philosophy and approach to industry disruption, while Q&As with Arthur Tay, SUTL Group chairman and CEO, and Sir Ben Ainslie, team principal of Athena Racing, offer additional insights.

The issue also investigates the emerging capacity crisis in the global superyacht refit market, where a widening gap has emerged as superyacht fleet growth outpaces refit infrastructure development.

Finally, advances in marine lighting are examined alongside a round-up of the latest technology influencing the sector.

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