Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Review Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Review A great source of inspiration for the 56,000 visitors from all over the world From 8 to 13 September, the Cannes Yachting Festival, in the heart of the Vieux Port and Port Canto, brought together 660 exhibitors and 700 boats from 5 to 55 metres, including nearly 150 world premieres. by Cannes Yachting Festival Posted 17 Sep 00:10 PDT The Honours sets sights on Palm Beach Boat Show The Honours sets sights on Palm Beach Boat Show Bringing together some of the most inspiring figures connected to yachting The Honours is heading to Palm Beach for 2027. Taking place during the Palm Beach International Boat Show next March, the destination will mark an exciting new chapter for the event, which celebrates the people making a difference through yachting. by The Honours Posted 16 Sep 08:45 PDT Brunswick demonstrates strong market momentum Brunswick demonstrates strong market momentum Navan C38 launch drives strong dealer demand at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 Strong dealer demand for the new Navan C38, another record for Mercury outboard engine share, and a new Navico Group technology partnership highlight the strength of Brunswick's integrated marine portfolio by Brunswick Corporation Posted 16 Sep 08:02 PDT Retaliatory tariffs implemented on US products Retaliatory tariffs implemented on US products A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Canada's retaliatory tariffs on certain U.S. products took effect September 8th. The Canadian countermeasures cover $27.6 billion in imports from the U.S and are in response to the Trump Administration's recent 50% tariff on certain imports from Canada. by Peter Rendle Posted 16 Sep 08:00 PDT Customs enforcement changes to impact imports Customs enforcement changes to impact imports Members that serve as the importer of record (IOR) should take the steps now New federal customs policies prescribed in Executive Order 14411: Strengthening Customs Enforcement will significantly affect companies importing fishing equipment, components, and any other products into the United States. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 16 Sep 05:50 PDT IBEX 2026 Pavilions and Specialty Areas IBEX 2026 Pavilions and Specialty Areas Creating a More Focused Show Experience Located throughout the Tampa Convention Center and waterfront, these curated destinations bring related products, technologies, companies and programming together, helping marine professionals find what matters to their work faster. by IBEX Posted 16 Sep 04:55 PDT BWA Yachting launches into Latin America BWA Yachting launches into Latin America Starting with Panama and Colombia New operations in Panama City and Cartagena strengthen BWA Yachting's presence across the Americas and expand support for yachts cruising between the Caribbean, Latin America and the Pacific. by Francesca Fenucci Posted 16 Sep 04:50 PDT MIASF Promotes Molly Ringberg MIASF Promotes Molly Ringberg Marine Industries Association of South Florida's new Membership and Events Manager The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) has announced the promotion of Molly Ringberg to Membership and Events Manager. by Gabriella Ramirez Posted 16 Sep 04:48 PDT ePropulsion unveils eCore at Cannes ePropulsion unveils eCore at Cannes Acting as the intelligent heart of a vessel's power network ePropulsion Americas announced the unveiling of its new eCore Energy Management System at the Cannes Yachting Festival, introducing an intelligent, integrated approach to managing propulsion and onboard power for modern cruising vessels and catamarans. by ePropulsion Posted 11 Sep 11:51 PDT 2026 Turning the Tide Summit speaker lineup 2026 Turning the Tide Summit speaker lineup Presenters include state agency staff, boatyard operators, river keepers and industry leaders Today, the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water announced its speaker lineup for its 2026 Turning the Tide Summit. by Bradley Weaver Posted 11 Sep 07:57 PDT Cleveland's Waterfront Boat Show is back Cleveland's Waterfront Boat Show is back Spend the weekend at North Coast Harbor exploring boats in the water Spend the weekend at North Coast Harbor exploring boats in the water, connecting with the local boating community, enjoying on-water experiences and taking in everything Cleveland's waterfront has to offer. by Ohio Marine Trades Association Posted 11 Sep 04:47 PDT Sangwon Shin to spotlight AI integration Sangwon Shin to spotlight AI integration At NMEA, Genoa International Boat Show & IBEX Avikus USA, HD Hyundai's developer of AI-powered navigation and docking solutions, has announced that Sangwon Shin, VP of recreational marine, will present and participate in educational sessions at three leading marine industry events this fall. by Avikus Posted 11 Sep 03:03 PDT NW Marina & Boatyard Conference early-birds NW Marina & Boatyard Conference early-birds Discount extended to September 15 A big thank-you to our Presenting Sponsor, Marine Floats, and Networking Sponsor, Bellingham Marine Inc., whose support allows us to extend the Early Bird registration rate through September 15! by Northwest Marine Trade Association Posted 10 Sep 06:20 PDT Canada's countermeasures take effect Canada's countermeasures take effect President Trump issues new tariffs on products from Canada Canada's retaliatory tariffs on certain U.S. products took effect Sept. 8. The Canadian countermeasures cover $27.6 billion in imports from the U.S and are in response to the Trump Administration's recent 50% tariff on certain imports from Canada. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 9 Sep 14:43 PDT Procaccianti acquire Charleston Harbor Resort Procaccianti acquire Charleston Harbor Resort Announced by Procaccianti Companies and its joint venture partner, Rugger Capital Procaccianti Companies and its joint venture partner, Rugger Capital, today announced the acquisition of Charleston Harbor Resort, a 217-key waterfront property in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. by Suntex Marinas Posted 9 Sep 11:49 PDT Groupe Beneteau at the Cannes Yachting Festival Groupe Beneteau at the Cannes Yachting Festival Coosing to stay on the offensive by acting on the levers it controls At the Cannes Yachting Festival, Groupe Beneteau is unveiling 24 new models for the 2026-2027 season and continuing the acceleration launched as part of its plan for 66 model launches between 2025 and 2027. by Beneteau Group Posted 9 Sep 10:14 PDT Aquila launches 45 Sail Aquila launches 45 Sail The second model in the Aquila Catamarans sailing range Aquila Catamarans has launched the second model in its sailing range with the Aquila 45, which debuted at the Cannes Yachting Festival 2026. by Aquila Catamarans Posted 9 Sep 08:39 PDT Cautious business attitude as we approach Q4 Cautious business attitude as we approach Q4 A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America NMMA's Q2 2026 Marine Leadership Barometer points to a more cautious outlook among recreational boating industry executives, as expectations around revenue, product demand and the broader economy moderated from the first quarter. by Peter Rendle Posted 9 Sep 08:00 PDT Axopar introduces Simrad NSO® 4 Axopar introduces Simrad NSO® 4 Expanding helm choice on its flagship models Axopar is expanding its premium helm offering with the introduction of the Simrad NSO® 4 multifunction display platform on selected models. by Axopar Boats Posted 9 Sep 05:34 PDT Dream Yacht and Navigare Yachting Leadership Dream Yacht and Navigare Yachting Leadership Romain Motteau, Nicolas Berenger and Romain Lucat join the Group Romain Motteau, Nicolas Berenger and Romain Lucat join the Group, bringing complementary expertise to support the development of its Sales & Charter activities. by Aimee Barnes Posted 9 Sep 04:22 PDT