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Florida-based Altitude Water has partnered with RM Design Pro to develop the SXR 68 XL, a 68-foot hybrid yacht that is understood to be the first US-built vessel able to generate its own drinking water directly from air using integrated atmospheric water generation (AWG) technology. Altitude Water’s AWG system differs from conventional reverse osmosis (RO)…

LKQ Leisure & Marine, a UK marine distributor supplying high-performance parts, systems, and accessories, has appointed Andy Taylor as sales director. He joins the leisure & marine business from LKQ Euro Car Parts, where he’s been regional manager for eight years. Taylor’s appointment comes as the group establishes a new division for its specialist businesses,…

Designed for those unable to attend the Cannes Yachting Festival, Sanlorenzo Yachts UK is organising a boutique open house event at its Swanwick Marina base from 19-28 September 2025. Attendees will be able to tour three yachts – the Sanlorenzo SX76, Bluegame BG54 and Swan Shadow – from the renowned Italian shipyards of Sanlorenzo and…

Described as ‘warriors’ by Mark Wahlberg, three Scottish brothers have set a new world record for the fastest human-powered 9,000 mile Pacific Ocean crossing. The trio spent 139-days, five-hours, and 52-minutes rowing from South America to Australia (the previous record was held by Fedor Konyukhov whom in 2014, took 159 days, 16 hours, and 58…

“Despite turbulent times, the group has delivered record revenue and sustained a strong order book, reinforcing its growth trajectory,” says Basil Chan, chairman of Grand Banks as the company released its financial results for the year ending 30 June 2025. But this comes as its earnings are down 14.8 per cent year on year, to…

MasterCraft Boat Holdings has reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended 30 June 2025. The US-based company’s operations cover the MasterCraft and Pontoon segments. For the fourth quarter, net sales were $79.5m, an increase of $25.2m, or 46.4 per cent, compared to the same period in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA rose to…

“People are either very rich, or not rich enough to buy a boat,” says Alberto Osculati. That’s the first reason he puts behind a decrease in small boat sales experienced by manufacturers worldwide which is putting pressure on many in the industry. Added to this, expectations around how people spend their free time is changing.…

Boatfolk is expanding its Beyonder boat subscription service in north Wales as the marina group adds a second Jeanneau Merry Fisher 795 to its Conwy Marina fleet. The marina group first launched Beyonder in Wales in May 2024. boatfolk says the addition of the new boat to the fleet is in response to its waiting…

C-Quip is now distributing Sulnox Eco Fuel Conditioner to the recreational marine market, a product already in use across commercial shipping and large vessel operations. Sulnox Eco has been tested to international standards by Lloyd’s Register and other independent scientific organisations. The patented, organic fuel additive is compatible with existing engines and fuels without modification.…

Yamaha Motor Europe has confirmed the launch of two new outboard engines for the European market in 2026. The V MAX SHO 250hp and V MAX SHO 200hp models extend Yamaha’s Super High Output (SHO) range, which is built on a 4.2-litre V6 platform. Both engines have previously been available in other regions and are…