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Avikus, HD Hyundai’s autonomous navigation subsidiary, is to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Honda Marine to integrate its Neuboat Semi-Autonomous System with the Honda Intelligent Shift & Throttle (iST) command and control system. The signing is scheduled to take place on 7 October 2025 at the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) at…

Fed up with the unpredictable hazards of poorly marked lobster pots and static fishing gear, the Cruising Association is pushing boaters to provide evidence to help drive change. Together with the RYA, the association is calling on sailors to report entanglements and sightings of poorly marked static gear. The organisations formed a working group to…

Power catamaran builder SilverCAT has completed its first cryptocurrency-backed sale in Europe, highlighting a shift in how the marine industry is approaching digital transactions. The boat, a SilverCAT 34CC, was purchased using USDT (a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar), marking the company’s debut crypto transaction on the continent. Craig Rodgers, operations manager at SilverCAT,…

“A chase boat is not just a tender, it’s the nerve centre for the team on the water,” says Andy Andrews of Protector Boats. “It keeps coaches close enough to observe performance, provides a safety net in the event of gear failure, and often doubles up as a logistics hub, a media platform, or even…

The US federal government shut down yesterday morning (1 October 2025), after Congress failed to agree on a spending bill funding government services into October and beyond. This is the first shutdown of President Trump’s second term, and follows deep disagreements over healthcare spending and broader budget priorities. Amid widespread disruption, the government shutdown is…

The 56th Southampton International Boat Show — the UK’s largest marine exhibition — ended on Sunday 28 September, concluding ten days of boating displays, activities and industry engagement. The event featured more than 500 watercraft, 700 brands and a varied programme of demonstrations and presentations. Organisers have confirmed that this year’s attendance reached over 91,200…

Ingman Marine, a fourth-generation family-owned boat dealership with more than 45 years in Southwest Florida, has entered into an agreement to acquire Cannons Marina on Longboat Key. The closing of the acquisition is imminent. Following the acquisition, Cannons Marina will become Ingman Marine’s fourth location, extending its partnership with Grady-White Boats. Together, the two dealerships…

Haven Knox-Johnston Commercial has launched a new risk management tool designed to help marine businesses assess their exposure to risk. The specialist insurance broker says the Benchmark Review Report is intended as a starting point for companies to understand their risk profile. Risk management is central to insurance and plays a role in business continuity.…

Miami-based real estate developer Yntegra Group — responsible for Rosewood Exuma — has partnered with British boatbuilder Cockwells Modern & Classic Boatbuilding to commission a 13-metre Liomousine Tender.  The superyacht-inspired tender has been designed to level up the private-island arrival experience for guests. Rosewood Exuma, scheduled to open in 2028 on East Sampson Cay in…

The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) has announced the winners of the Marina of the Year Awards 2025, supported by Haven Knox-Johnston. The awards — held each year during the Southampton International Boat Show — recognise Gold Anchor accredited marinas across the UK and worldwide for customer service, facilities, environmental initiatives, and the efforts of teams…