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Is exhibiting at boat shows such as boot Düsseldorf worth it? Around 1500 companies, including boatbuilders, exhibit at boot year on year and, even in this economic climate, new players are entering the arena.

Sleipner, the Norwegian technology-driven company, known for its industry leading thrusters and stabilisers, is fielding projects with leading boat manufacturers and is busy anticipating how the electric revolution may impact its clients and prod...

Boat manufacturer Highfield Boats has launched the ADV 7 at boot Düsseldorf, an innovative 7-metre crossover boat with seating for up to eight people.

Explorer yacht builder and lifestyle brand, Arksen, has signed a five-year partnership with Yamaha Motor Europe, following the engine manufacturer’s launch of new models for 2025.

Gibdock has introduced Gibdock Yachting, a new division focused on supporting business growth in the superyacht sector for its Gibraltar-based ship repair and maintenance yard.

Jordi Carrasco, director general of ANEN – National Association of Nautical Companies, distills the Spanish marine market and looks ahead to growth.

The marine showcase is set to return to the Caravan, Camping & Motorhome Show 2025, marking its fourth consecutive year at the NEC Birmingham.

Contest Yachts’ newly launched 19-metre Contest 63CS has won the prestigious title European Yacht of the Year 2025.

Yamaha Motor Europe has launched two new YAM inflatable models for family outings and sportier adventures, as well as unveiling stylish design updates to its outboard engines, at this year’s Dusseldorf Boat Show. Furthermore, Yamaha announce...

The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team secured its second consecutive podium finish in the 2025 Season with an exhilarating day of racing at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland. The crew’s performance puts them at the top of...

It’s 2021 and SKB Sails in Falmouth, Cornwall, have agreed to become the first drop-off point for old sails, in a pilot project by Clean Sailors. 

Bayliner Boats introduced the all-new C21 at the boot Düsseldorf International Boat Show. An evolution of the former VR5 Cuddy Series, the C21 features a sculpted, sleek hull, an expansive deck layout and an array of upscale features.

The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team delivered a solid performance on the waters of Waitematā Harbour in the opening races of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, Auckland, leaving them in second place heading into Race Day 2. 

Entries for Cowes Week 2025 are now open.

The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team has unveiled its new signings and new T-Foils ahead of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland this weekend. It is the first time SailGP has held an event in New Zealand’s largest city, with 25,...

boot Düsseldorf 2025, the world’s largest yacht and watersports fair, kicks off tomorrow (18 January) and runs until 26 January, occupying an expansive 220,000 square metres of exhibition space across 17 exhibition halls.

The Rolex SailGP Championship will debut in front of its largest ticketed crowd this weekend, as the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix touches down in Auckland (January 18-19). A cheering crowd of 25,000 fans are set to watch from the inner-city Ra...

Morco Products has issued a recall for certain open-flued gas water heaters following the identification of a safety issue.

Oyster Yachts reports record-breaking financial and sales success this year, despite a difficult market for the sailing yacht industry.

While there are many companies making clothing for all sorts of watersports, Marine Industry News has spoken to four about the trends they’re expecting to see in 2025. These range from more in-person shopping at chandleries and stockists, c...