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The lineup of startups for the second edition of the Start-Up Pavilion at IBEX, North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, have been announced. Seven recreational marine startups will showcase their products and solutions at the event, which runs at IBEX this October in Tampa, Florida. Yachting Ventures, a global hub…

Tankoa Yachts has announced the acquisition of Otam’s business division, marking a significant step in the boutique shipyard’s ongoing expansion strategy. The agreement, reached with the two founding families, transfers ownership of the Genoa shipyard and the Otam brand to Tankoa, while dockyard operations in Santa Margherita Ligure will remain under the current owners. The…

Honda Marine UK has exhibited its upgraded high-power 4-cylinder and V6 outboard engines at the Southampton International Boat Show 2025 (running 19-28 September).  The BF150 and BF250 models displayed at the show highlight new components and design aimed at improving performance, durability, fuel efficiency and ease of use for the leisure, sport and commercial boating…

The Marche Yachting and Cruising Association (AMYC), with the support of ATIM – the Marche Agency for Tourism and Internationalization, has outlined its projects to fuel the future of regional yachting in the area and further develop the Marche yachting sector. The AMYC has announced the finalisation process of the Ancona port master plan, which…

The Guide of Dunkirk, a historic Watson Class lifeboat that played a role in the evacuation of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk during World War II, is set to undergo a complete restoration with the support of West System Epoxy.  The 38ft vessel, recognised as one of the famed ‘Little Ships of Dunkirk’, is being restored…

Navico Group has announced a new partnership with the sailing project, Maccaferri Futura, to harness competitive sailing as a platform for ocean conservation. The collaboration equips a newly launched Class40 racing yacht with smart marine technology.  The sailing yacht is outfitted with state-of-the-art oceanographic sensors to collect and transmit critical data on ocean health.  Maccaferri…

Global marine electronics leader, Raymarine, and Suzuki Marine, specialists in outboard engine technology, have joined forces to provide digital engine integration for Raymarine’s Axiom chartplotters.  The collaboration means Suzuki outboard owners can access real-time engine data directly on their Axiom displays, bringing vital engine details together in one interface at the helm.  The integration has…

Brunswick has announced the consolidation of its global fibreglass boat manufacturing operations, with the aim to reduce fixed costs and improve productivity and efficiency.  As part of this new initiative, Brunswick will close its Reynosa, Mexico, fibreglass boat manufacturing facility, with production of affected models transitioning to the firm’s US-based facilities in Vonore, Tennessee, and…

New Zealand-based Sealegs has announced the appointment of Mason Orchard as its new New Zealand sales manager, strengthening the firm’s sales of amphibious boats during a time of continued expansion.  Orchard joins Sealegs from one of New Zealand’s leading Yamaha dealerships, bringing extensive marine industry knowledge, technical expertise and a strong track record in customer service…

In 2023, Quick Group acquired Nemo Industrie, an Italian manufacturer with a reputation for tailor-made marine solutions. Nemo is now building on its legacy of craftsmanship to expand its reach and custom project portfolio. Under Quick Group’s umbrella, Nemo is sharpening its focus on the powerboat and superyacht markets, developing new product lines and leveraging…