Cruising World magazine named the Passport 545 the Overall Winner of the 2016 Boat of the Year competition.
The yacht also took home the prize for Best Full-Size Cruiser Over 50 Feet.
This year’s fleet of 20 nominees represented 11 countries — China, Croatia, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Turkey, South Africa, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Data points through May show growth across different segments.
Groupe Beneteau’s partnership with digital manufacturer PTC will help the boatbuilder become more efficient, while using augmented reality to personalize new boats.
Boaters are still advised to avoid creating wakes in high-water areas.
The city received $1.6 million from the federal Boating Infrastructure Grant Program.
National campaign targets operators who drive boats under the influence.
The company will stay in the facility in a leaseback arrangement but plans to use the capital for growth.
