
De Antonio Yachts Opens New HQ
The new headquarters, located in Barcelona, was designed with both employees and clients in mind.

The new headquarters, located in Barcelona, was designed with both employees and clients in mind.

The inaugural invitation-only gathering will bring leaders together to address technology, price clarity and market pressures.

“The labor market appears to be cooling modestly rather than deteriorating rapidly, and that still fits within the environment of cautious optimism,” says IBBI’s Drew Pope.

The EU’s first Industrial Maritime Strategy highlights the sector’s global leadership and economic importance.

More than 100 dealers worldwide represent the catamaran builder’s new sailing business, which debuted the 50 Sail at the recent Miami show.

The recent show attracted 32,000 visitors, with exhibitors reporting strong sales. “The Atlantic City Boat Show did not disappoint this year.”

The inaugural equipment trade fair runs through March 6 in Milan, Italy.

Company veterans James Corts and Scott Roberton have been elevated to vice president of yachts.

Yachting Experts, with offices in Florida and Tennessee, will represent the Italian builder’s Gladiator line.



Dealers are navigating a host of challenges, but for some, interest rates are no longer the most pressing problem

In the RV industry, tech-training programs are adapting to keep pace as workforce shortages persist

The use of artificial intelligence in operations was a major topic of interest at the Association of Marina Industries Conference & Expo

Lifelong boater and former pro skier Chris Frank built this family business along the St. Lawrence River



Dealers are navigating a host of challenges, but for some, interest rates are no longer the most pressing problem

In the RV industry, tech-training programs are adapting to keep pace as workforce shortages persist

Investing the time to become a strong public speaker can advance a business message and career

Training and recognition are key to retaining good employees, including marine technicians

In Canada, policy shifts are creating real opportunities for the recreational boating industry

The mental load of owning a dealership means leading must be deliberate

An industry financier says dealer inventories are healthier, and the boating business is better-positioned

Dealers are making moves to match the market, with inventory levels reportedly stabilizing

Reuters is reporting that Blackstone and Centerbridge Partners “have expressed interest in buying [the] recreational yacht retailer,” as well as three other firms.

Matt Lester, who began at Yamaha in 2012, will assume the position of regional sales manager.

Yellow Sun Marine will be the builder’s exclusive dealer in the Turks & Caicos.

NOAA will reconsider the 2008 law that limits vessel speeds along the East Coast to reduce whale strikes.

Yvan Eymieu, who has held senior international roles within the power catamaran segment, was named global commercial director.

The equipment manufacturer’s Ventura Series of compact exterior utility sockets was recognized for product design.

Donerail Group is reiterating its all-cash offer to buy the company, and is signaling that it will vote against reelecting CEO Brett McGill to the board.

The Italian builder met guidance with posted revenue of $1.45 billion, a 5% increase year-over-year.

The first edition of the yacht and marine equipment trade fair is scheduled for March 4-6 in Milan, Italy.

Most notably, Peter Barrett will take over as CEO, filling in Doug Smoker’s role after retirement.