Balt-Yacht launches two new motoryachts as export demand drives growth. Subscriber-only, By Jaroslaw Adamowski. The Polish builder has added the SunCamper 36 and Balt 950 SH to its portfolio. #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #JaroslawAdamowski

Growth strategies for a competitive market. By Craig Ritchie. Marina operators need to look beyond slips and dry storage, and operate their businesses as destinations unto themselves says Suntex CEO. #ibi #ibinews #marinas #CraigRitchie

BRIX Marine extends cruising catamaran lineup. By Craig Ritchie. US boat builder unveils new 40ft cruiser with Volvo IPS. #ibi #ibinews #CraigRitchie

UK superyacht supply firm hires new chairman to lead next phase of growth. Ian Cooke brings over 30 years’ experience in the yacht and commercial maritime sectors. #ibi #ibinews

Nimbus expands US presence with new Florida dealer. Nautical Ventures will exclusively sell Nimbus boats on Florida’s west coast. #ibi #ibinews.

New Australian day boat builder to debut at Cannes show. By David Robinson. Salt Yachts says its designs are intended to extend the superyacht experience. #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #DavidRobinson

Cremo enters Finnish market with appearance at Helsinki show. By Lars-Åke Redéen. The Swedish builder is at the Helsinki Floating Boat Show with new dealers. #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #LarsÅkeRedéen.

Massachusetts dealer sold to marina group, Bain Capital for US$5.5m. Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito. Glyn’s Marine on Nantucket has provided boating services to the island for over two decades. #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #TonyEsposito

Winnebago announces leadership changes to support growth. By Neil Eaves. Jeff Haradine to lead Barletta’s pontoon boat business and oversee the Chris-Craft brand. #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #NeilEaves

New Turkish boat brand to have Cannes debut. By David Robinson. Aiata will launch Cabin and Suntop versions of its Wayfinder 38 at this year’s show. #ibi #ibinews #DavidRobinson

MarineMax appoints national sales and brokerage director. By Tony Esposito. Colin Heimensen was formerly general manager of MarineMax Clearwater. #ibi #ibinews #TonyEsposito

Greece cracks down on tax dodgers in Santorini cruiser raids. Subscriber-only, By Tony Esposito. Undercover inspectors boarded 23 day cruisers in the Caldera, uncovering widespread receipt and payment. . #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #TonyEsposito.

Floating classroom on the Mississippi offers marine career advice. The Mississippi River Institute is using a floating classroom and barge to help young adults and school age children consider careers within the . #ibi #ibinews #marinas

Tingdene expands into Scotland with latest marina acquisition. The UK firm has acquired Holy Loch Marina on the Cowal Peninsula. #ibi #ibinews

Coastal Veterans Repair Group acquires Voyager Maritime. By Craig Ritchie. Acquisition of systems integrator by US service yard said to enable expansion into large yacht systems. #ibi #ibinews #CraigRitchie

Forest River appeals to entry level buyers with new pontoon boat line. By Craig Ritchie. New Dockside brand focused on first time boaters with value-priced 20ft and 22ft models. #ibi #ibinews #CraigRitchie

US boat dealers still selling through non-current inventory. By Craig Ritchie. New Info-Link data reveals highest proportion of non-current inventory in 15 years. #ibi #ibinews #CraigRitchie

US boat sales remain soft. By Craig Ritchie. May 2025 data shows year-over-year sales declines across all vessel categories. #ibi #ibinews #ibiSubscriberonly #CraigRitchie

Vision Marine touts post-acquisition growth. By Tony Esposito. Two months after buying Nautical Ventures, the Canadian propulsion firm is reporting higher sales, faster turnover, and lower debt . . #ibi #ibinews.

Changing the look of shore power. By Craig Ritchie. Since launching its prongless shore power terminals in 2022, Canadian electrical component manufacturer VoltSafe continues working to change the . #ibi #ibinews #marinas #CraigRitchie