SeaSure has launched a vessel-specific marine intelligence platform at IBEX, combining 12 specialised artificial intelligence agents with boat configuration, service and warranty data. The platform aims to improve troubleshooting and turn field experience into useful intelligence for builders, suppliers and service businesses. Informa has agreed to acquire rival events group Clarion for GBP 2.24 billion as it expands a global portfolio that already includes several leading marine shows. Plus, Gulf Craft is expanding manufacturing and third-party aftersales while using vertical integration to manage the effects of geopolitical tension on logistics, confidence and buying decisions.

Top stories:
SeaSure launches an AI marine intelligence platform at IBEX 2026
Informa buys rival events business Clarion from Blackstone
Gulf Craft navigates regional friction and drives resilience

Also mentioned in this podcast:
Yanmar acquires West Coast distributor Boatswain’s Locker
Osculati expands its presence with Osculati USA
Azimut becomes technical partner for Ferrari Hypersail
Beneteau Oceanis 51.1 sinks after a whale strike
Saxdor brings autonomous docking to its boats

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Dream Yacht Charter, Navigare Yachting and SamBoat are moving towards new ownership after Romain Motteau and a group of investment partners reached an agreement in principle with PPF Group. If completed, the transaction would bring fleet operations, charter management and a digital marketplace together in one of the world’s largest yacht-charter groups. Nautor Swan has entered sailing-superyacht territory with the 44-metre Alloy 44, the largest yacht in its 60-year history and the 1st model in a planned aluminium range. Plus, the Southampton International Boat Show will cut its 2027 run from 10 days to 8 as British Marine seeks a more concentrated and commercially efficient event.

Top stories:
PPF Group agrees sale of charter businesses
Nautor Swan unveils the Alloy 44
Southampton International Boat Show unveils new 8-day format

Also mentioned in this podcast:
Red Sea Yacht Show 2027 and supporting partnerships
Arksen previews the 50-knot Arksen 55
Royal Yachting Association sets participation goal
CMC Marine brings propeller development in-house
Setag Yachts targets demand for pre-owned refits

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Princess Yachts has returned to profit after a 2-year operational transformation, reporting GBP £35.9 million in adjusted earnings
before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation during 2025 despite deliberately producing fewer yachts. The next test is whether its new-model programme can generate profitable orders without allowing capacity to run ahead of demand. Assets Group has ordered 18 Azimut yachts for 2 Maldives resorts, creating a new distribution channel that connects luxury hospitality, yacht access and local aftersales support. Plus, Saxdor Yachts is doubling its Polish production footprint as demand for its larger 460 platform exceeds current capacity.

Top stories:

Princess Yachts returns to profit
Assets Group orders 18 Azimut yachts for Maldives resorts
Saxdor doubles Polish production

Also mentioned in this podcast:
RAD launches electric-outboard leasing scheme
Amaala Yacht Club opens on the Red Sea
Asia Yachting extends Fountaine Pajot representation
Boero launches new superyacht paint system
Portsmouth lifeboat station temporarily closes

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