Catalina Yachts pauses production amid ‘financial challenges’
Catalina Yachts has paused production to “reorganise its operation.” The US boatbuilder, which was established in 1969 and acquired...
Florida’s marine industry
MJM Yachts appoints new Florida dealer
North Carolina-based boatbuilder MJM Yachts has appointed HMY Yacht Sales as its dealer for the East Coast of Florida, covering...
Astondoa signs exclusive US distribution deal
Spanish boatbuilder Astondoa has expanded its presence in the US through an exclusive distribution agreement with Miami-based Ghost Yachts....
Ingman Marine to acquire Florida marina
Ingman Marine, a fourth-generation family-owned boat dealership with more than 45 years in Southwest Florida, has entered into an...
Is Florida becoming the capital for marine startups in the US?
With Miami and Tampa building thriving startup ecosystems, backed by strong investor networks and a $30 billion recreational boating...
Denison Yachting and OneWater Yacht Group complete merger
US marine retailer OneWater Yacht Group has finalised its merger with Florida-based dealer Denison Yachting. In 2022, OneWater acquired...
MarineMax opens flagship Yacht Sales & Service Center in Fort Myers
MarineMax has opened its flagship Fort Myers Yacht Sales and Service Center, a 23-acre waterfront property designed to elevate...
‘A new category of water recreation’: Otter’s marine e-bike arrives in US
Otter, the Swiss company behind the electrically assisted Otter Bike, is entering the US market through a partnership with...
Florida marina undergoing redevelopment after damage caused by Hurricane Ian
Legacy Harbour Marina in downtown Fort Myers, Florida, is undergoing redevelopment following extensive damage sustained during Hurricane Ian in...
Boat listings giant accused of monopolising market in US lawsuit
Boats Group, the Miami-based owner of Boat Trader, YachtWorld and boats.com, is facing a federal class action lawsuit accusing...
Two children killed in Miami sailing programme collision
Two children were killed and two others critically injured on Monday (28 July 2025) after a barge struck a...
