Garmin GMI 40 Puts NMEA 2000 Boat Data on a 4.3-Inch Touchscreen
Garmin has introduced the GMI 40, a compact 4.3-inch colour marine instrument designed to bring live boat data together on a clean touchscreen display. …
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YACHTWAVE YachtLINK Brings NMEA 2000 Boat Data Into Its App
YACHTWAVE has opened pre-orders for YachtLINK, a compact gateway designed to move data from a boat’s NMEA 2000 network into the company’s vessel-management app. …
Torqeedo Adds Polar Explorer Jill Heinerth to Electric Explorers Programme
Torqeedo has expanded its Electric Explorers programme with Canadian cave diver, polar explorer, author and filmmaker Jill Heinerth. The partnership centres on using compact …
NAVAN C38 Brings 38-Foot Exploration Platform to Leisure Boating
NAVAN Boats has expanded its exploration range with the C38, a new 38-foot model unveiled at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival. The boat combines …
2027 Malibu Wakesetter 20 VTX Combines Ski Certification With Surf Capability
Malibu has redesigned the Wakesetter 20 VTX for 2027, keeping the compact 6.10-metre platform while sharpening its role as a genuine multi-sport towboat. The …
Malibu Wakesetter 21 LX Packs 3,425lb Ballast Into a 6.65m Wakeboat
Malibu’s 2026 Wakesetter 21 LX brings the brand’s wake, surf and ski technology into a compact 6.65-metre package aimed at families who need easier …
Malibu Wakesetter 22 LSV Adds New Helm and 15.8-Inch Command Centre
Malibu Boats has redesigned the Wakesetter 22 LSV for 2026, updating the helm, displays and onboard technology while retaining the 22-foot platform’s focus on …
Finnmaster Pilot 8 Adds Mercury Joystick Option and Larger Swim Platform
Finnmaster has updated the Pilot 8 all-weather boat for 2026 with changes aimed at easier boarding, more precise low-speed handling and improved ride control. …
Finnmaster Husky R7 Gains Extended Swim Platform and Optional T-Top
Finnmaster has refreshed the aluminium-hulled Husky R7 for 2026 with changes aimed at easier water access, greater weather protection and a more contemporary appearance. …
Finnmaster T9 T-Top Adds Twin 400hp Power and Two Cabins
Finnmaster has expanded its day-cruiser range with the 9-metre T9 T-Top, a twin-outboard model aimed at owners who want high performance without giving up …
Finnmaster Refreshes Husky R8 With Longer T-Top and Bow Thruster
Finnmaster has refreshed its flagship Husky R8 aluminium boat for the 2026 season, focusing on easier water access, improved weather protection and low-speed handling. …
Barletta Launches 2027 Halcyon Pontoon Range in 23- and 25-Foot Sizes
Barletta Boats has introduced the Halcyon as a new 2027 pontoon series, replacing the familiar Corsa name with a broader premium offering. The range …
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