The motorboat market represents 74% of the French fleet, mostly represented by boats smaller than 5 m, which account for 56% of the fleet, followed by units between 5 and 7 m which swell this figure to 86%.
It must be said that the offer is vast and the shipyards numerous. There are models for all types of activities - cruising, day trips, fishing, water sports - and of all kinds: open hull, helmsman, fishing, speedboat..
Discover the new products of the year
To help you make your choice among the new products on the market, take a stroll through the aisles of the Engine Hall BoatShow :
And the associated equipment and services
Find your boat according to your program
The motorboat market offer is vast and the models numerous. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of the rigid hull and the different programs that the different models allow. And above all, don't forget to get a boating license to have fun on the water.
Why choose a hard shell? advantages and disadvantages
In the world of motorboats, there are two categories, the semi-rigid and the rigid hull. Each one has its advantages and disadvantages. Discover the advantages of the rigid hull.
Which motorboat for which sailing program?
Discover the different types of motorboats and their characteristics to choose the model that will best suit your program.
The boating license, a must for motor sailing
As soon as the engine power exceeds 4.5 kW (6 horsepower), a boat license becomes essential to navigate. There are several types of sea licenses, coastal and offshore, even if the first one is often enough to have fun on the water.
The vision of the market pros
We interviewed 3 motorboat specialists on the trends in the sector: motorization, trim and electric propulsion.
Why do the shipyards now offer their motorboats with outboards?
Outboard power ratings continue to rise. Mercury - which just launched a 600 hp - explains why they are powering larger and larger boats with outboards.
The trim, an essential for powerboat sailing
The trim allows you to regulate the boat's trim and is essential for optimizing your navigation. Suzuki Marine explains.
