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HMRC clarifies fuel duty for superyachts and private pleasure craft: the practical checklist before your next UK bunkering stop

The 26 June 2026 clarification sharpens how HMRC expects red diesel, use declarations and Marine Voyages Relief to be handled for private yachts in UK waters. Here is what owners, captains and managers should actually check.

June 28, 20265 min read

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Freedom Boat Club Reaches 450 Locations: What It Really Means for Boaters Weighing Access Without Ownership

Freedom Boat Club's June 23, 2026 milestone underlines how fast membership boating is growing. For Batoo readers, the key question is practical: when does shared access beat ownership, a berth and maintenance?

June 25, 20264 min read

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Overmarine deepens its Rolls-Royce mtu partnership: why the new bridge-and-engine deal matters for owners

The new 2026-2029 agreement between Overmarine and Rolls-Royce Power Systems brings the mtu NautIQ Bridge system to the Mangusta Oceano 52 range and expands engine supply. Here is what it practically changes for owners, onboard management and refit planning.

June 24, 20264 min read

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U.S. boating market in June 2026: new boats slow, used boats stay strong

Fresh NMMA data shows a weaker first quarter for new boats and a very large used-boat market. Here is what that really means for buyers and sellers in summer 2026.

June 18, 20264 min read

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Beneteau halts Cadillac production and puts Four Winns, Glastron and Scarab Jet up for sale: what owners should do now

The French group will halt production at its Cadillac facility in the third quarter of 2026 and is seeking a buyer for the plant and three U.S. brands. For owners, the key is to separate current service continuity from future uncertainty in the used-boat market.

June 16, 20263 min read

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West Marine to close 59 stores: what boat owners should do now

West Marine's June 2026 updates point to store closures and clear restructuring pressure. Here is the practical checklist for parts, warranties and summer-season buying.

June 14, 20265 min read

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AkzoNobel stays independent for now: what it really means for yacht painting and refit planning in 2026

After AkzoNobel’s June 2 update, owners planning paint work and refits should focus less on financial noise and more on timing, product systems and applicator availability.

June 4, 20264 min read

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Vision Marine and Nautical Ventures: what really changes for owners, service and financing in 2026

The May 25, 2026 operational update on Nautical Ventures is not just a finance story: owners should look at service continuity, inventory discipline, access to financing and the resilience of the Florida retail network.

May 26, 20264 min read

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West Marine in Chapter 11: what it really means for boat owners at the start of the 2026 season

West Marine filed for Chapter 11 on May 17, 2026. Here is what is confirmed, what remains operational, and which practical steps owners should take before summer cruising.

May 21, 20264 min read

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Off The Hook closes Apex Marine: what it really changes for buyers and sellers of used boats in 2026

Off The Hook's completed acquisition of Apex Marine adds service, storage and resale capacity to the used-boat market. Here is why it matters for timing, preparation and boat value.

May 17, 20265 min read

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U.S. boating market 2026: what to watch after the latest NMMA data before summer

NMMA's May 13, 2026 data shows a still-soft new-boat market. Here is what it really means for owners, buyers and sellers heading into the early-summer window.

May 15, 20265 min read

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Sanlorenzo targets one billion: what its 2026-2028 plan says about the yacht market

Sanlorenzo expects 2026 net new yacht revenues between €980 million and €1.020 billion. More than a financial headline, it is a useful signal for demand, backlog and the high-end yacht market.

May 10, 20264 min read

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MasterCraft Q3 2026: what it really means for buyers and sellers before summer

MasterCraft’s May 7 results offer a useful signal for the 2026 boating market: tighter dealer pipelines, improving margins and still-selective demand.

May 10, 20265 min read

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MarineMax Q2 2026: what it really means for boat buyers and sellers this season

MarineMax's April 23, 2026 results show a boat sales market still under pressure, but more resilient in margins, services, and marinas. Here is what owners and buyers should take from it.

April 24, 20265 min read

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Boats for Sale Online: How Batoo is Changing the Rules of the Nautical Market

The market for boats for sale online is undergoing a revolution. Discover 2026 trends on Batoo: from the hunt for luxury with Fairline and Wally Yachts, to unmissable deals like a RIB for sale in Sardinia. Find your next used yacht for sale today.

March 12, 20264 min read

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Investing in a Boat: How to Evaluate Used Vessels Like a Pro

Want to buy a used boat without the risks? Learn how to evaluate engines, hulls, and electronics like a professional marine surveyor. We analyze top models from Jeanneau, Pershing, and Absolute to help you make a secure investment on Batoo.

February 26, 20263 min read