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

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.

The survey gauges retail trends and other indicators among boat dealers.

KCP, in partnership with Lionheart Capital, is expected to enter an agreement to purchase 100% of Sunseeker shares.

Its Plant 7 manufacturing facility in St. Cloud, Fla., adds 25,000 square feet in support of several product initiatives.

The new site differentiates the builder’s saltwater lineup from its freshwater bass boats.



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

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.

The ABYC’s David Broadbent will work on the marine service technology portion of the organization’s annual workforce development event.

Startup Zone will be at the show in Barcelona, Spain, on March 10-11.

The stock sale produced gross proceeds of approximately $3 million.

Experts weigh in on the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down the Trump administration’s tariffs and next steps for the boating industry.