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The Foiling Organization and the Italian Marine Industry Association (Confindustria Nautica) are planning to establish a new annual event dedicated to foiling technology. The Foiling Organization established its headquarters in Genoa in 2024. Foiling was a focal point at the 65th Genoa International Boat Show, reflecting the rapid progress of the technology and its expanding…

Seattle Yachts has strengthened its position in the US’s West Coast market with the acquisition of Bay Area brokerage Atomic Tuna Yachts, in a move aimed at combining boutique expertise with national-scale operations. The deal expands Seattle Yachts’ presence in California and adds Atomic Tuna’s established customer base and marketing approach to the group’s growing…

Riva has unveiled a new chapter in its design legacy with the Aquariva Special – a refreshed version of the brand’s most storied model, balancing heritage and modern innovation. The 10.07 metre craft builds on over two decades of production and carries forward the spirit of the iconic Aquarama. “True to the proportions and harmonious…

Following its second edition in 2025, World Boating Day will return on 23 May 2026. The event, coordinated by The Superyacht Life Foundation, strives to bring together shipyards, marinas, design studios, manufacturers, and destinations for a global celebration of life on the water.  The international open day is designed to connect the public with the…

Marina management software developer Metarina has signed Marina Development Indonesia (MDI) as its first enterprise client. The partnership will see MDI deploy Metarina’s marina management software across its growing network of marinas in Southeast Asia, starting with the new Bali Gapura Marina, which opens in November. The collaboration marks Metarina’s shift from a Mediterranean-focused software-as-a-service…

Garmin has reported record third-quarter 2025 results, with its marine segment showing strong growth alongside continued performance across other divisions. For the quarter ending 27 September 2025, total company revenue reached approximately $1.8bn, an increase of 12 per cent compared with the same period in 2024. Operating income was $457m, up 4 per cent year-on-year,…

The UK’s Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a safety alert for two Mercury Marine outboard motors following the identification of a design issue that could lead to injury. The alert applies to Mercury Marine 450R and 500R outboard motors. The OPSS notes that these motors present a potential risk of finger…

This article by Peter Swanson originally appeared in Loose Cannon. It has been reprinted with permission. A Florida court last week evicted the new owner of Catalina Yachts from its manufacturing plant in Largo. Documents filed in that lawsuit allege that Michael Alexander Reardon, who bought up Catalina’s assets in May, had begun reneging on his…

Longevity and local manufacturing are key facets of Westaway Sails which is marking 55 years of both. The sailmaker, based in Devon, continues to design and produce all its sails in-house in the UK, and sees its heritage as a strength – not a relic. Managing director John Pollard says the company’s ongoing focus on…

Wave International has introduced Waveair, a compact filtration system designed to tackle unpleasant odours commonly experienced on board boats.  The system removes both foul smells and harmful gases, including hydrogen sulphide (H2S), a toxic gas with a characteristic ‘rotten egg’ scent. H2S is frequently produced from tank vents, especially from black water tanks connected to…