International Marine News
METSTRADE’s strongest signal this year was clear. The refit sector is no longer supporting the marine industry from behind the scenes. It is driving it.
METSTRADE 2025, held in Amsterdam from 17 to...
With sustainability woven through every hall, METSTRADE 2025 signalled a clear shift in how the global marine industry is building for the future.
METSTRADE 2025 arrived with record exhibitor numbe...
This year's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (the 66th) closed with a noticeably smaller fleet of superyachts and fewer length-over-length standouts than previous years. But what does that mean...
The Boat Builder Awards 2025 opened with a powerful tribute to Targa Boats founders Johan and Britt Marie Carpelan. Here is the full story of the winners and finalists.

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DAME Design Awards 2025: Fresh thinking takes centre stage at METSTRADE
Discover this year’s DAME Award winners across every category.

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LXNAV E360 wins DAME Award for rethinking marine displays
Find out more about the winner of the 2025 DAME Awards.

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Sydney’s on-water spectacular: momentum returns to Darling Harbour
Sydney International On-Water Boat Show shines with crowds, sales and big Kiwi energy.

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DAME Design Awards 2025 puts smart marine design under the spotlight
Metstrade 2025 is not only about size and scale. At its heart sits the DAME Design Awards 2025, which quietly shape the way gear on our boats looks, f...

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Metstrade 2025: Kiwi innovation takes centre stage in Amsterdam
Kiwi innovation shines at Metstrade 2025 as New Zealand companies shape the future of global marine technology.

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Sir Russell Coutts to headline Yacht Racing Forum 2025
The 15th edition of the global Yacht Racing Forum returns to Amsterdam this November, bringing the world’s top sailing minds together — with Kiwi lege...

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Raymarine brings innovation to the Sydney International Boat Show
The 2025 Sydney International Boat Show promises four days of on-water innovation at Darling Harbour, where Raymarine will take centre stage on the ma...

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Vetus previews next-generation electric propulsion at Boot Düsseldorf 2025
Vetus, marine innovator unveils new high-output E-Line and expanded systems integration

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Maritimo makes waves at Fort Lauderdale
Australian luxury builder unveils flagship models and next-gen innovation at FLIBS 2025

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Rolex World Sailor of the Year 2025 finalists revealed
From global icons to rising stars, the 2025 World Sailing Awards shortlist celebrates excellence across every corner of the sport.

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Southern Hemisphere builders make waves at FLIBS 2025
Australia and New Zealand take the spotlight at the world’s largest in-water boat show

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Toxic shellfish warning issued for Taranaki
MPI urges caution as high toxin levels detected in local shellfish — paralytic shellfish poisoning can cause serious illness within hours of eating co...

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Palm Beach Motor Yachts takes the helm of Wild Oats XI
Mark Richards brings a legend home and sets a new course for Palm Beach innovation.

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IBEX 2025 delivers momentum and vision for the year ahead
Attendance and innovation up year over year as North America’s premier marine event sets the pace for 2026
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibiti...

America’s Cup Hall of Fame honours three new legends
A heritage of excellence
Founded under the auspices of the Herreshoff Marine Museum by four-time defender Halsey Herreshoff, the America’s Cup Hal...

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Docklands comes alive for the Melbourne Boat Show 2025
Kiwi favourites and Aussie icons bring the boating lifestyle to Melbourne’s waterfront.

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Global leaders in dayboats and adventure boats: Eyachts showcases Axopar and Pardo Yachts at the Syd...
Eyachts, the exclusive Australian and New Zealand dealer for Axopar and Pardo Yachts, is set to make a major impact at the Sydney Boat Show 2025, brin...

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Leopard Catamarans brings innovation to Sydney International Boat Show
Leopard Catamarans presents the latest 46 Sail and Power models at the Sydney International Boat Show.

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The 2025 Sydney International On-Water Boat Show is set to impress this November
Darling Harbour hosts the Sydney International On-Water Boat Show, 13–16 November 2025.

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IBEX 2025: innovation, education and the future of boatbuilding
IBEX 2025 in Tampa spotlights marine innovation, education and start-ups shaping tomorrow’s boats.

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Hinckley Picnic Boat 39 takes top honours in Newport
Timeless design meets modern efficiency as the Hinckley Picnic Boat 39 claims Best New Boat Overall at the 2025 Newport International Boat Show.

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Bali Gapura Marina marks new era for Indonesia
Indonesia’s first international full-service marina opens its first stage in Bali

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This September Wajer Yachts met you all around the globe
This month was one for the books. From HISWA in the Netherlands, to their private Cannes Rendez-Vous, the SOC Weekend in Sardinia, and of course the N...

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Maritimo returns to the Sydney International on Water Boat Show
Maritimo Luxury Motor Yachts is proud to announce its participation in the Sydney International on Water Boat Show, taking place from November 13 to 1...

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Palm Beach 85 makes official world premiere
Palm Beach Motor Yachts’ flagship enters the water with style at Fort Lauderdale

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Riviera showcases its largest fleet at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show 2025
Riviera brings 12 yachts and three premieres to FLIBS 2025, its largest-ever Americas showcase.

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Grand Banks’ Genoa debut – heritage meets Mediterranean innovation
Grand Banks makes its debut at the Genoa Boat Show with the GB60, blending heritage with modern innovation.

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Rayglass 2700 with Mercury V10 set for Perth debut
Rayglass 2700 with Mercury’s V10 makes its Australian debut at the Perth Boat Show, 19–21 September, on the Aquasports Marine stand.

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Palm Beach Motor Yachts marks 30 years at the Melbourne Boat Show
Join Palm Beach Motor Yachts at the Melbourne Boat Show, October 16–19, and be part of the ongoing story of 30 years of passion, design and innovation...

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Sydney International On-Water Boat Show 2025: Maritimo returns
Maritimo returns after five years as Sydney’s on-water boat show brings new yachts, Fountaine Pajot debuts, and a spring festival vibe.

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Maritimo service practicality: why good design makes all the difference
Discover Maritimo’s philosophy of service practicality—yachts designed with simplicity, durability, and reliability to minimise maintenance and maximi...

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Maritimo M55 and S55: the benchmark motor yachts shaping a generation
Maritimo’s M55 and S55 define luxury motor yachts, combining efficiency, sea keeping, and timeless design to maintain lasting worldwide appeal.

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Grand Banks GB85 and GB54 to shine at Newport International Boat Show
Experience the Grand Banks GB85 and GB54 at the Newport International Boat Show, where luxury, craftsmanship, and performance take centre stage.

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Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive debuts at Newport Boat Show
The Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive makes its world debut at Newport, offering HamiltonJet propulsion, custom design, and coastal cruising freedom.

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Caribbean reborn: Maritimo craftsmanship powers a new era
The Caribbean 40 marks a bold new era, fusing Maritimo’s innovation and racing pedigree with Caribbean’s proven heritage and trusted seaworthiness.

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2025 Melbourne Boat Show: a showcase on the water
From Sydney to Melbourne—discover the 2025 Melbourne Boat Show running 16–19 October. Explore Kiwi and Aussie boats, gear, and innovation.

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Experts ponder preservation of historic Edwin Fox at Picton
The Edwin Fox ship history reveals convict voyages, immigrant journeys, and modern preservation—an enduring maritime treasure in Picton’s graving dock...

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Sail Amsterdam 2025: a voyage through time on the IJ
From the Age of Discovery to modern ambassadors, SAIL 2025 takes visitors on a journey through centuries of seafaring.

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Cannes Yachting Festival 2025: glamour, innovation, and Kiwi connections
A festival of light and luxury
September in Cannes has its own rhythm. The Mediterranean sun glints off champagne flutes on the Croisette while mus...

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IBEX 2025 education conference: where the marine industry learns and leads
IBEX 2025 unveils a packed education conference with seminars, tech talks, and student career events shaping the future of boatbuilding and marine tec...


















