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Jeanneau's 12 October 2026 update identifies several award nominations, including a European Powerboat of the Year place for its new Cap Camarat 6.0 CC and Best of Boats finalist positions for two small cruisers. The builder announcement is a shortlist, not a …
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Saxdor Yachts has completed its first American-built 320 GTO in Florida, with the 270 GTO to follow and a six-model line-up set for Fort …
Cornish boatbuilder Cockwells has celebrated its thirtieth anniversary with a Falmouth flotilla of Duchy launches and custom craft, alongside an announcement about its management …
French sailboat builder J Composites says its production has been limited by a shortage of skilled workers rather than a lack of orders, while …
C & T Composites has shipped its first completed Catalina yacht since acquiring Catalina Yachts assets and restarting production in Florida.
Jeanneau has published a behind-the-scenes explanation of how its production sailboats move from digital design through construction and final checks.
Tohatsu is marking seven decades of outboard-engine production and more than five million engines delivered worldwide.
BRIG is marking the twentieth anniversary of the Eagle 645, the model that helped establish its family-focused Eagle RIB formula.
Marex Boats is expanding its Kaunas production site in Lithuania with a new 11,000-square-metre facility due to open in winter 2027. The €20 million …
Oyster Yachts has revealed a new 36m flagship designed with Frers, combining an adaptable guest layout and bluewater systems for extended cruising.
Finnmaster has published a new history of Niilo Seliö, tracing how his boatbuilding and production work became part of the foundation of the modern …
New Zealand builder ONETenders is seeking international distribution for three lightweight carbon-fibre tenders, including monohull and catamaran designs measuring 3.5m to 4.2m.
Saffier Yachts has collected two honours at Hiswa te Water 2026, including Dutch Yacht of the Year for the 8.4-metre SE 28 Leopard.
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