The 56th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show was the largest ever in terms of exhibit space, even as attendance dropped 2.7 percent, show organizers said this week. Show organizers blamed "abnormally high temperatures" for the decline in attendance for the show, which ended November 9. Attendance was up 10 percent for the first two days of the show. "Initial ...
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Weekly 5: Powerboat shipments up 2.5% in August
The BI Weekly 5 is a collection of tips, news and data affecting the boating industry this week. Be sure to look for the BI Weekly 5 every Tuesday on BoatingIndustry.com. 1. Powerboat shipments up 2.5% in August Wholesale shipments of traditional powerboats were up 2.5 percent through August, the National Marine Manufacturers Association reported. Growth for NMMA’s control group ...
Read More »Hatteras Yachts unveils plans for new 90 Motor Yacht at 2015 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
FORT LAUDERDALE – John W. S. Ward, president & CEO of Hatteras/CABO Yachts, LLC, announced a new model during a press conference held today at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show: the Hatteras 90 Motor Yacht. The yacht is designed to be consistent with the other models in the builder’s Motor Yacht line, including the Hatteras 100 Raised Pilothouse and ...
Read More »FLIBS adds Catamaran Cove
With the goal of developing the largest catamaran show in the world, organizers of the 56th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) have announced the addition of Catamaran Cove. Located at the Pier 66 show location, the dedicated catamaran section will feature both power and sail catamarans. There will be approximately 20 catamarans on display ranging in size from ...
Read More »Sea Ray premieres new 400 Sundancer for 2016
Sea Ray is proud to introduce the brand-new 400 Sundancer, featuring a fresh and exciting design both inside and out for daytime socializing and relaxed overnighting. The boat will make its official debut in November at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Entertainment comes naturally onboard the 400 Sundancer, with an open floorplan that creates generous, connected social zones throughout ...
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