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The European Boating Industry (EBI) has confirmed details of its new strategy and objectives for the next three years, along with a fresh logo, updated branding and two new members.

Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club operator and a division of Brunswick Corporation, has announced its first Idaho franchise, marking the 34th US state to have a Freedom Boat Club (FBC) location.

British boatbuilder Fairline Yachts has revealed details of its new sportbridge, the Phantom 65. The boat is set to launch in June this year and will debut at Cannes Yachting Festival in September 2022.

Suzuki is introducing three new models to its range in the form of the DF140B, DF115B and the DF100C. These new outboards are mechanically controlled and replace the out-going DF140A, DF115A and DF100B models.

Waypoints Yacht Charters has acquired Virgin Islands charter company CYOA Yacht Charters and will take over its Frenchtown, St. Thomas base.

Damen Shipyard has added a new service hub in the Americas. With two already up and running in Canada and Brazil, a third has now opened its doors in Panama City to serve Central America and the Caribbean.

The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron formally accepted the New York Yacht Club American Magic’s challenge for the 37th America’s Cup to be held in 2024 – the third additional challenge accepted for AC37.  

The US Coast Guard is currently searching for 39 people, following a capsizing off the coast of Florida.

Construction of the new AC40 monohulls is underway, just over 11 months since Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75 Te Rehutai crossed the finish line to claim the 36th America’s Cup.

Artemis Technologies has opened a new facility on Belfast Lough as it prepares to commence testing of its new Artemis eFoiler electric propulsion system.

Savvy Navvy has raised more than £800,000 with its fourth crowdfunding round, exceeding its original target.

The 2022 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show is heading to Farnborough International for the first time next month and will host acclaimed speakers including gold medallists Dylan Fletcher and Eilidh McIntyre.

Fairline Yachts has appointed Stratos OY and MP Yachts OY as its new dealers for Russia and Montenegro, with offices launching in both locations this year and the dealers to trade as Fairline Russia and Fairline Montenegro respectively. Stratos O...

Brunswick Corporation has named Benoît Verley as president of Venture Boat Group (VBG), which comprises the Bayliner, Heyday, Trophy, Quicksilver and Uttern boat brands. Verley replaces Keith Yunger who was named president of Sea Ray in Oct...

The January 2022 BoatBid auction is in full flow having opened for bidding on Monday. You can make a bid right up to 1900hrs(GMT) on Sunday 30th January 2022.

Sunseeker will launch 17 models by the end of 2025, plans a shipyard expansion to accommodate growing demand and has a significant recruitment drive underway.

A UK marine finance provider has reported a 65 per cent increase in the number of liveaboard vessels in the two years since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Promarine Finance, an independent company that offers marine mortgages to finance l...

Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM) has invested in new hologram technology that allows employees to ‘attend’ business meetings and interactive training sessions around the world, by beaming in as a 4K holographic display.

Lippert Marine Group Europe has partnered with UK recruiter Marine Resources to drive the expansion of its commercial team and arm the business for growth.

Harris Boats, a division of Brunswick Corporation that produces pontoon boats, has unveiled its single-engine joystick piloting with digital throttle and shift (DTS) controls in partnership with Mercury Marine.