European Yacht and Powerboat of the Year 2023 – A stage set for the “Oscars of the boating industry”. The presentation of the awards “European Yacht of the Year” for sailing yachts and “Powerboat of the Year” for motor yachts is a major highlight every year at the boot Düsseldorf and an event that gets … Read more
BENETEAU First 44e: the eco-designed sailing boat. The boating industry continues the transition towards a more sustainable boating. Recyclable resin, electric or hybrid motorization, alternative to teak… the BENETEAU First 44e opens the way to the circular economy in boating and takes a new step in sustainable boating and responsible purchasing. “We can’t force customers, … Read more
The blue innovation dock is the new platform that brings together visionaries, investors and politicians to make the industry fit for the future. It will take place as part of boot Düsseldorf from January 21-29. Boating takes its first steps towards the circular economy Major French shipyard Group Beneteau is Performance Partner, Italian luxury yacht … Read more
The market of sailing boats is worth 2.1 billion euro, 74% of the value is represented by the boats in between 12 and 30 m. The global market of new boats has a value of 19 billion Euro, according to estimates made by Deloitte and Altagamma for the year 2015, with about 800 thousands boats sold … Read more
The total value of import/export trade across China’s borders in the yacht and leisure boat market grew by 25.7 per cent over the last year to US$476m. According to new statistics, exports accounted for US$258m – an increase of 24.1 per cent – while imports grew by 24.1 per cent to US $218m. Like … Read more
The richness of the offer of the 34th Festival de la Plaisance de Cannes, presented at the Vieux Port and Port Pierre Canto, attracted a new profile of showgoers, even more international and of an extremely high quality, not only through the magic and elegance that make this show a unique and major event in … Read more