“With our strong managers, we’ll now have a new strong direction where everyone is working together,” Jérôme de Metz said.

Owner removes diesel engines and fuel tanks out of brand-new 44-ft. catamaran to install Torqeedo electric system.

The acquisition of Freedom Boat Club, investments in startups and the advance of Nautic-On are signs of the new unit’s growing importance to Brunswick.

Mercury’s automated diecast machine, weighing more than 100,000 lbs., measuring 16 feet across and operated by robots, will be turning out new V8 blocks by the end of the summer.

At 91, S2 chairman Leon Slikkers is just getting started.

A Topsy-Turvy History: The peaks and valleys of the boating industry.

Maverick Boat Group’s Scott Deal, who has had a sizable impact on boating and fishing legislation, takes the long view when it comes to advocacy.

The answer for Lewis Marine Supply has been to bring in a president with a fresh outlook, invest resources and plan for expansion.

Merritt Precision will develop “robotics, 3-D printing and cutting-edge tooling,” says Correct Craft CEO.

Brunswick is acquiring the country’s largest boat club to “expand its presence and scale within the emerging and fast-growing boat club segment.”

Attendance was up 40 percent, and Hill visits were up by a third

“But that won’t be the end of the discussion,” says Andrew Wheeler.

Wilbur Ross praises the economic power of boating and fishing, while decrying Chinese trade practices.

The connected vessel race accelerates as Siren and Nautic-On units become standard on multiple boat brands.

Boating clubs are gaining popularity as an alternative to ownership.

Growing up around Gulfwind Marine and 20 years at MarineMax fully prepared Brett McGill for his role as MarineMax CEO.

Michael Verdon looks at the life and career of Irwin Jacobs.

From the start, the new model was designed to be built simultaneously in the U.S. and France to save costs and meet anticipated demand.

Watershed Innovation’s partnership with a local university results in a concept boat that is 30 percent quieter than a traditional jon-boat.

The Orlando parent plans to “aggressively bring new product to market.”

Its Integrated Manufacturing Center in Merritt Island is designed to complement the Fiberglass Boat Technology Center by coordinating growth across its brands.

Davis Instruments, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has evolved from a marine accessories company into a major provider of weather instrumentation.

Exhibitors are upbeat about this year’s Palm Beach show, with some reporting sales and others saying they saw the right attendees.

The NMMA moves from “defense to offense” with its advocacy strategy.

After a fruitful career in the pharmaceutical world, Lou Sandoval has taken an unusual path to marine industry success.

In its first year in the new downtown location, the Miami Yacht Show drew mixed reviews from exhibitors.

The new space offers deeper-water berths and more exhibit space on land than last year’s location.

Twenty-five Florida boating companies participated in the first “fly-in” to Tallahassee to speak with state legislators about issues impacting the industry.

The IMEA will promote safety, educational programs, and charitable initiatives.

The Natural Resources Management Act will increase access for boaters and anglers on public waters.

What do you do when your new brand of fuel additive doesn’t meet your standards? Spend another six months reformulating it.

The U.K. builder has seen a dramatic upsizing in its models over the last two years.

Longtime Fiat executive Franco Fusignani plans to inject an automotive culture into Italy’s Benetti yard.

A slowing economy and erratic stock market are expected to impact new-boat sales through the second half of the year.

Michael Verdon thinks the apprenticeship model could find a home in the U.S.

How apprenticeships train and retain skilled workers in other countries.

Lippert’s “Everyone Matters” has reversed job turnover.

The new CEO wants to get back to core markets, expand private-label products and look at international opportunities for the long term.

Former KGB and CIA agents yesterday lectured at the builder’s Orlando, Fla., facility.

With recent acquisitions and sponsorships, Shiori Nagata says her company is moving from being “product-focused” to “market-driven.”

The builder is increasing new-product launches, expanding infrastructure and establishing new U.S. and European headquarters.

Some loved the new format; others think it’s a work in progress.

Sea Ray’s limited-edition SLX-R is a cool boat, and its sci-fi press launch was a first for the boating industry.