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Message From The Editor
Fort Lauderdale and a Changing Boating Aesthetic
As I write this, I’m on the plane returning from the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and I’m thinking about what I saw and what people were telling me. Overall, I feel that it was a positive show. Maybe not "very" positive but still, positive and making me feel that at least in the USA, boat buyers are in a "go ahead" mode, not a "wait and see". This may be a solid year for sales, but of course, that depends on what you are selling.
One of the highlights of my visit was to have a lengthy one-on-one with Jan Erik Vitala, founder and leader of Axopar Boats. I would credit Axopar with creating the Swedish Adventure Boat movement and that was what we talked about. I first met Jan Erik at the Miami show many years ago now. I had seen Axopar boats online and in the European magazines, but that was my first chance to see an Axopar and to get out on a demonstration ride. John Armstrong and I were out with Jan Erik for a lengthy run and we had a great opportunity to hear what was behind the development of Axopar, his design and production achievements, sales numbers and future targets plus, far more.
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Changing Scene
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Saxdor Yachts extends its global reach by taking on the Canadian market
Saxdor Yachts is proud to announce its arrival in Canada through two new exclusive dealerships for the distribution of its models in the country, with Cabano Marine serving the province of Quebec and DT Powersports & Marine covering the province of Ontario.
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Avikus To Offer NEUBOAT Dock II For New Aquila Yacht Series Vessels
Avikus, HD Hyundai’s specialized Autonomous Navigation Technology subsidiary, just announced its NEUBOAT Dock II, which takes the stress out of docking by offering increased situational awareness, will now be available as a factory-installed option on Aquila’s 2026 Yacht Series vessels. NEUBOAT Dock II gives boaters a bird’s eye view for easy docking, single or multiple camera views...
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Changing Scene
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FLIR Launches AI-Powered Flagship Multi-Spectral Maritime Camera Systems
FLIR, global leader in high-performance marine thermal-imaging systems, has announced the debut of its new flagship series of multi-spectral maritime camera systems, the M460 and M560. The M460 and M560 are elite AI-powered multi-spectral camera systems tailored specifically for professional marine applications ranging from first responders, commercial vessels, and superyachts.
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Archipelago Yachts awarded Innovate UK funding for advanced methanol range-extension project
Archipelago Yachts, in collaboration with Chartwell Marine, has been awarded funding through the UK Government’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (Round 6), delivered by Innovate UK as part of the UK SHORE programme. The winning project, titled "Methanol Pathfinder UK", will develop and prototype an advanced methanol range-extension and propulsion system for electric vessels...
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Education
USCG Risk Mitigation: Series 9 Online November 5
November 5, 1:00pm–3:00pm (ET), Online Don’t forget! Plugs, Pigtails, and Pre-Wired Chargers, Oh My! Electrical Updates with ABYC takes place November 5. The ninth, free online event in the USCG/ABYC Risk Mitigation Series is for anyone in the boat and equipment manufacturing industry eager to remain on top of the latest requirements. READ MORE |
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Education
ABYC Electrical Certification Course, December 2–4, 2025 in Harrison Twp., MI
Don’t miss this in-person ABYC Electrical Certification Course hosted by Michigan Boating Industries Association! This certification teaches you essential principles, practical installation techniques, and troubleshooting methods to ensure safe and efficient electrical operations on vessels. READ MORE |
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Product Focus
Garmin expands flagship chartplotter lineup with premium GPSMAP 9000xsv
Garmin, the world’s largest1 and most innovative marine electronics manufacturer, has unveiled the GPSMAP® 9000xsv series – superior chartplotters designed for captains and anglers that demand world-class performance. Available with a 10-, 13- or 17-inch touchscreen display, these multi-functional displays (MFDs) boast Garmin’s cutting-edge integrated xCHIRP traditional sonar and UHD scanning sonar to help anglers see... READ MORE
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TRAC Ecological Port-O-Flush Jr.® Flushing System
TRAC Ecological Port-O-Flush Jr. is designed especially for flushing of onboard water-cooled equipment. Used with TRAC’s Barnacle Buster®, Port-O-Flush Jr. quickly and safely cleans onboard small-to-medium size diesel engines, refrigerators and air conditioners. READ MORE
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Just Launched
Highfield Boats Announces New Escape Fiberglass-Hull Center Console Rib Series
Highfield Boats, America’s leading RIB brand, is proud to announce the launch the Escape Series, an all-new line of fiberglass-hull center console RIBS made in the USA. The first two models in the series, the Highfield Escape 650 and Escape 750, were unveiled during the Highfield Boats Dealer & Media Day Event at the company’s factory in Cadillac, Michigan. READ MORE
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Calendar
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