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  • Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems reports strong half-year results

    Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems division has released its half year financial results, reporting strong and profitable growth in the first half of2025. Adjusted for the sale of the lower power engine business last year, the Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems division’s revenue, with its mtu product and solutions brand, rose by 20 per cent to €2.4 billion* (£2.0…

  • Navico Group talks recruitment, retention and ‘selling the marine world’

    MIN sits down with up with Fiona Richardson, HR director for Navico Group, to discuss recruitment, retention and reciprocity. Like many, Fiona Richardson in uneasy about the ageing workforce across the marine world. But Richardson has several cards up her sleeves which are helping to ensure that Navico (part of the Brunswick Group) is well…

  • Safe Harbor expands into Med with Monaco Marine acquisition

    Marina owner and operator Safe Harbor is expanding into the Mediterranean and has acquired Monaco Marine, to strengthen its international service network. Well established among yacht owners, captains, and shipbuilders, Monaco Marine includes nine locations in the South of France and Monaco that provide slips, storage, and service for vessels up to 90 metres. “The Monaco Marine team cares…

  • Excess Catamarans appoints exclusive dealer in Singapore

    Excess Catamarans has appointed Pro Sail Asia as its exclusive dealer in Singapore. The partnership comes amid the brand’s ongoing expansion in the Asia-Pacific region, following recent agreements with dealers in Thailand and Australia. The company says it currently views Singapore as an emerging hub for yachting activity in Asia, and is looking to increase…

  • Can I use a domestic fridge in a campervan?

    Having access to a fridge can be an important part of an enjoyable touring experience, whether it’s for perishable goods or to keep drinks chilled. However, a question you may have if you’re new to the world of touring is “can I use a domestic fridge in a campervan?”. Here, I’m going to talk you…

  • Marine group wins against Lloyd’s of London Syndicate

    California-based Wing Group (which manufactures life jackets, boats, and other safety equipment) says it has secured what it’s deeming a landmark win in an insurance bad faith lawsuit against Lloyd’s of London Syndicates. “Lloyd’s misconduct, obfuscation, bullying, ignoring, belittling, and overall approach toward Wing, when we were in a time of need, is so disappointing…

  • GoBoat UK expands dealer role underpinning Yamaha’s acquisition of Torqeedo

    GoBoat UK, the self-drive boat rental company that operates electric boats on London’s waterways, is expanding its relationship with Yamaha Motor. GoBoat UK has used Torqeedo outboards exclusively since launching in 2016 and now runs 57 boats across Paddington, Canary Wharf, Kingston and Thames Ditton. According to the company, its fleet carries more than 150,000…

  • Boatbuilder evolution: the changing nature of PMG

    In the space of a year Nick Ogden – founder of Performance Marine Group – has found himself overseeing the build of 500 boats. “If someone told me last year that I’d be building over 500 boats next year, I would have smiled. This year, I’m still smiling – but the 500 was an underestimate,”…

  • OneWater Marine posts solid Q3 2025 earnings

    US marine retailer OneWater Marine has reported its financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended 30 June 2025, with revenue rising 1.9 per cent year-on-year to $552.9m. Same-store sales also increased 2 per cent for the quarter. The Georgia-based dealer network reports that new boat revenue declined 2.1 per cent, primarily due to a…

  • 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 that it’s doubled its production capacity at its German facility to take it from 1900 to 4000m2. It’s also investing in advanced manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and vacuum infusion. The idea is to optimise quality…