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The Drive Towards Cleaner Marine Propulsion
Natasa Mulahalilovic The marine pleasure industry is entering a period where regulation and technology are increasingly working together. Hybrid propulsion, batteries, alternative fuels and fuel cells are moving from experimental projects into real vessels, while new regulations are creating stronger incentives to reduce emissions and improve efficiency.
Regulation as a technology driver. The IMO (International Maritime Organization) has already introduced measures such as the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) and Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII). Since 2023, applicable vessels must meet energy-efficiency requirements and larger ships must monitor their annual carbon intensity.
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Beneteau Posts Strong Q1 2026 Results
Natasa Mulahalilovic Groupe Beneteau reported strong first-quarter 2026 results, with revenues reaching €169.5 million, up 30.1% compared with €130.3 million in Q1 2025 (+34.5% at constant currency). The performance was supported by robust retail demand, successful new model launches, and nearly €20 million of deliveries deferred from late 2025 in the United States.
The Sailing division generated revenues of €63.7 million, an increase of 18.6% at constant currency, driven by strong sales of monohull and multihull models launched in 2025 and a 22% recovery in sales to charter operators. The Motor division recorded revenues of €96.9 million, up 45.2% at constant currency, benefiting from strong demand in Europe, particularly in the Dayboating segment, and the success of new BENETEAU and PRESTIGE models.
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