Hempel achieves EcoVadis gold-medal score Hempel achieves EcoVadis gold-medal score Now ranking among the top 5% of all companies assessed Hempel earns a gold-medal score of 80 in its 2026 EcoVadis assessment - the company's highest rating yet and a 17-point jump from 2025, reflecting stronger reporting and broad organisational collaboration. by Hempel Posted 18 Jun 10:36 UTC The Ocean Race and the Yacht Racing Forum The Ocean Race and the Yacht Racing Forum Once again featured as an official partner of the event The Ocean Race will once again be featured at the Yacht Racing Forum 2026 as an official partner of the event. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 18 Jun 08:31 UTC AMS innovation: new pneumatic telescopic mast AMS innovation: new pneumatic telescopic mast Reducing environmental impact and maintenance AMS introduces a major new development, adding an important element to its product range: an innovative low-pressure pneumatic telescopic mast for signal and anchor lights, developed specifically for yachts and superyachts. by Advanced Mechanical Solutions Posted 18 Jun 07:14 UTC Barrus wins Sustainability Award at Seawork 2026 Barrus wins Sustainability Award at Seawork 2026 The award highlights Barrus' broad approach to sustainability British Marine Electrical & Electronics Association recognises Barrus for its commitment to sustainable innovation and responsible business practices. by E.P. Barrus Ltd Posted 16 Jun 17:22 UTC Groupe Beneteau implements targeted adaptation Groupe Beneteau implements targeted adaptation A measure designed to concentrate resources on developing the Group's seven strategic brands Following the Supervisory Board meeting of June 11, 2026, the Groupe Beneteau announces a targeted adaptation of certain US operations in a market affected by the Middle East conflict. by Beneteau Group Posted 16 Jun 14:57 UTC D-Marin acquires Olbia Marina in Sardinia D-Marin acquires Olbia Marina in Sardinia The move further advances D-Marin's Mediterranean growth strategy D-Marin has announced the acquisition of Olbia Marina in Sardinia, comprising the complementary marina assets Marina di Olbia Yacht Service (MOYS) and Molo Brin, strengthening its presence in one of the Mediterranean's most important yachting gateways. by D-Marin Posted 16 Jun 14:52 UTC Moore Brothers Company joins 40OF Team Moore Brothers Company joins 40OF Team As North American Build Partner The 40OF Team is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with Moore Brothers Company of Bristol, RI, who will represent the 40OF across the US, Canada and the Caribbean while serving as the project's North American build and development partner. by 40OF Team Posted 16 Jun 13:28 UTC Tarantella returns to the sea Tarantella returns to the sea The first Swan sails again There is one date that marks the beginning of the Nautor Swan story: September 23, 1966, when Pekka Koskenkylä registered Koskenkylä & Co., the company that would later become Nautor AB in 1970. by Nautor Swan Posted 16 Jun 12:11 UTC Henri-Lloyd Launches Sail Free Henri-Lloyd Launches Sail Free To Break Down Barriers to Sailing For more than 60 years, Henri-Lloyd has equipped some of sailing's greatest pioneers. But the future of the sport depends on more than technical innovation and performance apparel - it depends on getting more people on the water. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 16 Jun 11:00 UTC Groupe Beneteau announces new CFO Groupe Beneteau announces new CFO Nicolas Retailleau brings more than 20 years of experience in financial management Following the Annual General Meeting held on June 11, 2026, Groupe Beneteau announced the appointment of Nicolas Retailleau as Chief Financial Officer and his addition to the Executive Board alongside Bruno Thivoyon. by Beneteau Group Posted 15 Jun 18:49 UTC North Sails opens new Loft in Fréjus, France North Sails opens new Loft in Fréjus, France A bigger, better-equipped home on the Côte d'Azur After 22 years in Mouans-Sartoux, North Sails has relocated, opening a new Mediterranean repair loft in Fréjus – a bigger, better-equipped home on the Côte d'Azur. by North Sails Posted 14 Jun 11:00 UTC Grand Pavois in-water boat show 2026 Grand Pavois in-water boat show 2026 The boat show is located in the biggest yacht harbor of the French Atlantic coast The international in-water boat show "Grand Pavois" La Rochelle, France will take place from September Tuesday 22nd to Sunday 27th. by Grand Pavois Organisation Posted 14 Jun 10:38 UTC Fox's Yacht Sales joins Morgans Group Fox's Yacht Sales joins Morgans Group As new Sales Director takes the helm One of the East Coast's most respected yacht dealerships and brokerages is entering an exciting new chapter, following its acquisition by Morgans Group and the appointment of a new Sales Director to lead the business forward. by Alex Chapman, Morgan Marine Posted 14 Jun 06:53 UTC Paris Nautic Show 2026 continues its growth Paris Nautic Show 2026 continues its growth Strengthening its position as a leading marketplace Following a successful first edition at Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre, the Paris Nautic Show continues its development and reaffirms its ambitions for 2026. by Agence 15LOVE Posted 13 Jun 09:43 UTC “Ocean Tribute” Award of boot Düsseldorf 2027 “Ocean Tribute” Award of boot Düsseldorf 2027 Call for entries now open The call for entries of boot Düsseldorf's "ocean tribute" Award is now open once again to all international research projects, innovative concepts and start-ups. by boot Düsseldorf Posted 13 Jun 06:39 UTC Ancasta Group partners with Goslings Rum Ancasta Group partners with Goslings Rum To bring the iconic Dark 'n Stormy to its events programme On International Dark 'n Stormy Day the Ancasta Group was delighted to announce a new partnership with Goslings Rum, the renowned Bermudian producer behind the world-famous Dark 'n Stormy® cocktail. by Ancasta Group Posted 11 Jun 17:00 UTC MCI appointed exclusive UK Hydrotab distributor MCI appointed exclusive UK Hydrotab distributor Ready to present patented trim tab system to customers seeking an instant lift effect Marine Components International Limited (MCI), specialists in warehousing, distribution, sales and technical support for manufacturers of marine products has expanded their offering to include the innovative and revolutionary Hydrotab Interceptor. by Marine Components International Posted 11 Jun 12:13 UTC Boero Challengerpro: the new premium yacht finish Boero Challengerpro: the new premium yacht finish An advanced range of topcoat systems Boero Yacht Coatings announces the global launch of CHALLENGERPRO, an advanced range of topcoat systems that merges mirror-like aesthetic brilliance with unmatched protective endurance. by Gruppo Boero Posted 11 Jun 10:43 UTC TISG: Partial lifting of protective measures TISG: Partial lifting of protective measures The Court held that the ships formerly owned by appellants cannot be subject to protective measures The Italian Sea Group S.p.A. ("TISG" or the "Company"), a global operator in the luxury yachting sector with the brands Admiral, Tecnomar, Perini Navi, Picchiotti, NCA Refit and Celi 1920. by The Italian Sea Group Posted 11 Jun 09:20 UTC Superyacht industry now worth €54 billion Superyacht industry now worth €54 billion The report provides very comprehensive economic analyses ever conducted on the superyacht sector New Deloitte and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam research finds sector supports manufacturing, tourism, innovation and skilled jobs worldwide by Dominique Afacan Posted 10 Jun 17:17 UTC