ePropulsion Debuts E100 High-Performance Battery
ePropulsion has launched the E100 high-performance battery to support its growing range of electric propulsion platforms for boats and marine applications.
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Axopar 38 XC Wins Cabin Cruiser of the Show at Vene 26 Båt
The Axopar 38 XC Cross Cabin has won the Cabin Cruiser of the Show title at the 2026 Helsinki International Boat Show.
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Axopar Expands Florida Network With OneWater Marine
Axopar has expanded its Florida representation with OneWater Marine, adding five retail locations and increasing service and sea-trial access across the state.
Four Winns Introduces 20-Foot HD2 Dayboat
Four Winns has introduced the HD2, a new 20-foot dayboat offered with sterndrive or outboard power and designed around a spacious, trailer-friendly layout.
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Chris-Craft Reveals Reimagined Launch 27
Chris-Craft has redesigned its Launch 27 with a new hull, updated interior and modern helm technology while retaining the classic open-bow format.
Chris-Craft
Highfield Appoints Spartivento as Importer for Italy
Highfield Boats has appointed Spartivento as its new importer for Italy, changing the distribution structure supporting the brand in the market.
ePropulsion Strengthens Global Distribution Network at Düsseldorf
ePropulsion has expanded and coordinated its global distributor network around the Düsseldorf show, supporting wider availability of its electric marine products.
Wellcraft Reveals Three New 28-Foot Models
Wellcraft has detailed the 28 T-Top, 28 Speedster and 28 Explorer, all measuring 8.51 metres and offering a choice of aft-cockpit configurations.
Saffier Opens IJmuiden Yard for March 2026 Experience Days
Saffier Yachts announced two Experience Days for 7 and 8 March 2026, opening its IJmuiden shipyard to visitors for guided access to production and …
Yamaha Adds Matte Brown F115 and F90 Outboards
Yamaha added a matte-brown finish to its F90 and F115 outboards while also announcing further Helm Master EX docking and compatibility features.
Waydoo Introduces FoilBoost at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Waydoo has introduced FoilBoost at boot Düsseldorf, adding an assisted-foiling system to its growing electric watersports portfolio.
BENETEAU First 30 Wins European Performance Cruiser of the Year
The BENETEAU First 30 has been named European Yacht of the Year 2026 in the Performance Cruiser category after a first year of strong …
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