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The ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2025 will take place from 15–17 October in Venice, Italy, bringing together international experts, operators, policymakers and investors to examine global developments in the marina and nautical tourism sectors. The three-day event will feature a series of sessions and keynote presentations focused on market trends and long-term strategies for the…

French marine equipment distributor Tecmar has announced a new partnership with Italian air conditioning manufacturer Blue-Airco, expanding its portfolio and marking the firm’s entry into the air conditioning sector.  Blue-Airco, founded by applied physics professor Enrico Nannei and mechanical engineer Bernardo Cerrai, specialises in the design and production of air conditioning solutions for boats. The…

A UK-based metasearch platform for yacht rentals, Boatscribe has secured €250,000 in pre-seed funding to support its growth and integration into the wider travel sector.  Founded in 2023 by technology entrepreneurs and skippers Illia Koomoiskyi and Kyrylo Soliar, Boatscribe aims to simplify yacht rentals and position yachting as a more accessible part of mainstream travel. …

A private boat suffered an explosion and subsequently sank at Kelston Lock on the Bristol Avon navigation last month. The boat was recovered on Friday 5 September by River Canal Rescue. According to the owners, who have chosen to remain anonymous, the boat departed Mill Island at around 11.30am on 25 August, heading towards Bath. Upon…

Pearl Yachts has introduced its new flagship, the Pearl 100 Hybrid, the first in the UK builder’s lineup to feature hybrid propulsion. The 30m raised pilothouse yacht has been developed with Dixon Yacht Design for naval architecture and exterior lines, and Kelly Hoppen Interiors for interior styling. The superyacht features an E-Motion hybrid system integrated…

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has reported ongoing weakness in new boat sales through June 2025, as increased borrowing costs and broader economic uncertainty continue to curb consumer demand.  According to the trade association representing boat, marine engine, and accessory manufacturers in North America, NMMA’s latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, retail unit…

Greenline Yachts has announced the addition of a new 42-ft (13 metres) model to its range, revealed during the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival.  The first Greenline 42 is currently in build at the firm’s Slovenian shipyard and is set to hit the water in early 2026.  The new model introduces several updates to the Greenline…

Schenker Watermakers has launched its new watermaker line, the QUBE, at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival.  The Italian firm says the QUBE range builds on the success of its Zen series, offering the same compact design, quiet operation, and low vibration, but with a square-shaped configuration designed for different installation needs.  While the Zen range…

Inland and Coastal Marina Systems will return to the Southampton International Boat Show (SIBS) with its Get Onboard Safely campaign, highlighting safety in marina access. The company is based at stand H394 in New Wave Hall, alongside The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA), for the duration of the show, which runs from 19-28 September 2025 at…

Henri-Lloyd has returned to the US market with the appointment of Big Weather Gear as its US retail partner. Although Henri-Lloyd has been available online in the USA, and corporate (B2B) customers and teams were still able to buy Henri-Lloyd apparel through the Henri-Lloyd Corporate Sales Team, the British marine clothing brand has now established…