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Solé Advance has revealed a new Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) hydrogen fuel cell engineered for integration with marine electric and hybrid propulsion systems.  Additionally, used for onboard power generation, the fuel cells have a target output of 76 kW and form part of Solé’s broader goals, which include launching high-efficiency product ranges and continuing progress…

Twisted Marine, the RIB and sportsboat manufacturer, has acquired carbon fibre specialist, KS Composites.  The acquisition brings carbon fibre expertise into the Twisted group, enhancing engineering solutions, driving innovation, and securing supply for the next generation of Twisted marine products.  Over the past five years, Twisted has expanded its operations, entering the premium marine sector…

Freedom Boat Club, part of Brunswick Corporation and recognised as the world’s largest boat club network, has announced plans to open a new Australian location at Kalevu Marina on the Georges River, south of Sydney. Set to open in July 2026, Freedom Boat Club Sydney South marks another step in the brand’s Asia-Pacific growth strategy…

Maritime technology firm Orca AI has launched Co-Captain, a new capability in its operational platform that enables vessels to share data in real time.  Creating what they are calling the world’s first “Waze of the seas,” the system allows vessels to anticipate risks, respond to real-time events, and navigate with greater confidence and efficiency.  Connecting…

UK-based Rapid Marine, which designs and manufactures yacht tenders and jet ski accessories, has partnered with DCH Marine, a Hong Kong-based yacht sales and service provider, to expand the availability of its secure deck equipment across Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand. The collaboration strengthens Rapid Marine’s distribution network in Asia-Pacific and provides yacht builders and…

Chinese outboard manufacturer ExploMar will present its latest electric outboard systems and battery technologies at Metstrade 2025, taking place from 18 to 20 November in Amsterdam. Over the past year, ExploMar’s systems have been installed on various vessel types, including commercial ferries, leisure craft, passenger boats, and fishing vessels, operating across varied environments. The company’s…

The European Boating Industry (EBI) has taken part in a breakfast debate titled ‘EU Water-Based Tourism on the Rise: Developing the EU Policy Framework’, which took place on Wednesday (12 November 2025) at the European Parliament. The event, hosted by MEP Nikolina Brnjac and co-organised by EBI and the German Automobile Club (ADAC), brought together…

Al Masdar Investment, a Qatari investment firm chaired by Sheikh Saud bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani, has acquired a 63 per cent majority stake in Tyde, a German company known for developing zero-emission hydrofoil marine technology and the vessels The Icon and The Open, co-developed with BMW. Under the agreement, Al Masdar Investment will provide additional funding…

The next print edition of Marine Industry News (MIN) will be launched at Metstrade 2025, with the team on-site at RAI Amsterdam throughout the show, which runs from 18 to 20 November. The new issue will be distributed to subscribers and available from MIN’s stand (or booth, depending on where you’re from) at Metstrade –…

Smart technology is no longer a luxury in the marine world – it’s the new standard. From stabilisation systems that eliminate boat motion to predictive maintenance and seamless connectivity, the boating industry is embracing innovation that simplifies onboard experiences and boosts safety, efficiency and comfort. Tech leaders like Seakeeper, Raymarine, Volvo Penta and Scanstrut are…