A busy 12 months at Lürssen with superyacht launches and yard acquisitions
Lürssen’s recent activity in the large-yacht sector reflects both strategic repositioning and ongoing technical ambition. The yard has exited...
Germany’s marine industry
Read Germany’s marine industry news. Germany is a pivotal country in terms of boat production, use and innovation. Stay up to date with business news from the German leisure marine industry.
Smartdock targets shorthanded crews with smartphone-controlled docking
As yachts grow larger and crews get smaller, German electronics specialist Thitronik is betting that smartphone technology can fill...
Steelpaint secures inland-waterway coating contracts across Germany
Steelpaint GmbH has secured a series of new contracts to supply corrosion protection coatings for Germany’s inland waterways, reflecting...
Qatari investment firm acquires majority stake in German boatbuilder
Al Masdar Investment, a Qatari investment firm chaired by Sheikh Saud bin Abdulaziz Al-Thani, has acquired a 63 per...
ePropulsion Deutschland to serve German market
Electric propulsion specialist ePropulsion is transitioning to a direct presence in the market through the formation of ePropulsion Deutschland. After...
Webasto to cut 300 jobs as part of restructuring effort
German component manufacturer and automotive supplier Webasto will reduce around 300 positions in Germany as part of a wider...
World War II explosives provide home for thriving marine life
According to a new scientific study, warheads left over from World War II are busily supporting life underneath the...
Agilis Jet Tenders expands manufacturing to decrease lead times
“This is a pivotal moment for Agilis,” says Alexander Starchenko, sales director for Agilis Jet Tenders. The company’s announced...
HanseYachts reports profitability amid revenue decline
German boatbuilder HanseYachts has released preliminary financial figures for the first half of fiscal year 2025, covering the period...
Bavaria Yachts appoints new CEO
German shipyard Bavaria Yachts has confirmed a shake-up in its management team. Effective immediately, Norbert Leifeld assumes the role...
Mustang Survival expands in Europe
Mustang Survival, a Canadian marine safety equipment brand, is expanding its distribution in Europe with new partnerships in Germany...
