Exhibition News

CIBS 2021 arranged online matchmaking successfully, building a bridge between exhibitors and overseas purchasers

The 25th China (Shanghai) International Boat Show (“CIBS” for short), organized by Sinoexpo Informa Markets, came to a successful conclusion in Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center on April 3rd.

The 25th CIBS took place successfully with the infusion of fresh blood

Popularity of portable petrol engines on rise, but shift to electric heralds new era

In spite of growing challenges from electric motors in some markets, portable gasoline outboards remain the workhorses of the industry

Caterpillar Marine’s new Triple Turbo diesel takes performance to another level

US engine manufacturer describes the C32B Triple Turbo 2433 as a ’difference-maker’ for the high performance boating segment

The C335 and C335v are available with inboard or twin outboard engines

Germany’s HanseYachts has announced the launch of two new boats from its Sealine range – the Sealine C335 and C335v. Both models are available with an inboard engine of up to 440hp for a top speed of 31kt, or twin outboards (2 x 300hp) for a top speed of up to 40kt.

Heesen sells fifth superyacht of 2020 and second in December

New sale is a 50m Steel Class yacht called project Oslo24

Spanish yacht design studio achieves laser scanning milestone

The Bravo Yacht Design Group (BYD Group) in Spain has just passed a milestone in respect of its use of high-tech laser scanning techniques, having worked on its 200th yacht scan. The total length of these yachts is in excess of 2,500m (8,208ft).

With Covid-19 curbing travel and leisure, boating industry hails good times

The global boating sector ends a roller coaster year. Business tanked in the spring, then recovered as Covid-19 lockdowns and travel curbs nudged consumers into buying boats in large numbers.

BRP posts q3 growth in sales and profits

As with other peers in the recreational sector, BRP saw continued momentum in consumer demand and growth in new entrants through its FY2021 third quarter, ending 31 October.

Teakdecking Systems acquires Spanish decking provider

OXE Marine dealer wins US government contract

Spartan Corp to supply US government with 50 OXE300 outboards for use in Central America

Spirit Yachts delivers yard’s first fully electric yacht

Two Solbian solar panels are integrated into the aft Lignia deck and support the drive system by recharging the batteries. The panels (that can be walked over) serve as the hatch covers for two large lazarettes below, one of which houses a tender with an electric motor.

Cape Town yard reopens after decade-long hiatus

A Cape Town boatbuilding firm has reopened after a 10-year absence from the local market, the South African Boat Builders Export Council (SABBEX) reports. 

Fastmount strengthens Stratlock range with new fire-rated series

Fastmount, the New Zealand manufacturer of hidden panel fasteners, has strengthened its Stratlock range with the new fire-rated series, made with materials compliant with interior fire-rating requirements on superyachts.

Highfield Boats appoints SA distributor

Knysna Yamaha to represent Highfield’s RIB and tender range in South Africa

UK yacht chandler sold

World’s first recyclable, solar-electric boat in production

The LBV35 is a collaboration between La Bella Verde and boating experts Norbert Sedlacek and Marion Koch from Innovation Yachts

UK yacht owners with boats overseas granted one-year VAT extension

HMRC grants owners another year to avoid paying VAT twice on boats returning to the UK

Electric Boats develops control and management platform for electric propulsion

EPB is controlled through an intuitive touch sreen and throttle at the helm

Salthouse introduces first outboard-powered Corsair

Kiwi builder unveils new Corsair 44 with twin outboards