Garmin Launches quatix 8 Marine Smartwatch
Garmin has introduced the quatix 8 marine smartwatch, combining boat-control functions, marine activity features and everyday smartwatch capability for owners and crews.
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Garmin Launches Apollo RA800 Marine Stereo
Garmin has unveiled the Fusion Apollo RA800 flagship marine stereo, extending its integrated onboard entertainment range for recreational boats.
Garmin Debuts 15-Inch Ultrawide GPSMAP Chartplotter
Garmin has debuted a 15-inch ultrawide GPSMAP chartplotter, offering a wide-format helm display intended to provide more usable information without multiple separate screens.
Garmin Adds AIS Warning Messaging for Boaters
Garmin has expanded AIS warning messaging, giving compatible marine electronics another way to present safety information and local alerts to boaters on the water.
Garmin Named 2025 IBBI Supplier of the Year
Garmin has been named the 2025 IBBI Supplier of the Year, recognising its relationship with independent boatbuilders and the wider recreational-boat manufacturing sector.
Garmin Introduces Force Pro Trolling Motor
Garmin has introduced the Force Pro trolling motor with updated positioning and control technology for freshwater and coastal fishing boats.
Tiwal 2XL Brings Headsail to Family Inflatable Dinghy
Tiwal has introduced the 3.80-metre 2XL, its first inflatable family sailing dinghy equipped with a headsail.
Garmin Introduces APK 10 Autopilot Keypad
Garmin has introduced the APK 10 autopilot keypad, providing dedicated physical controls for compatible autopilot systems on recreational boats.
Highfield Adds Barcolana to RIB Support Partnerships
Highfield Boats added the Barcolana regatta to its portfolio of RIB support partnerships, extending the brand's event-support activity.
Highfield Adds Sport 560 and Sport 800 Models
Highfield Boats added the Sport 560 and Sport 800 to its range, broadening the Sport family with two leisure RIB models below 12 metres.
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Highfield Expands Electric Tender Range
Highfield Boats expanded its electric tender programme, adding further battery-powered options to its small-boat range.
Highfield European Dealer Meeting Sets Out Year Ahead
Highfield Boats used its European dealer meeting to brief partners on the year ahead and the brand's developing product and market programme.
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