Maintenance

Five-Minute Setup: The Inflatable Platform That Just Solved Aft Deck Logistics

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Searaft, the world’s leading manufacturer of add-on maritime inflatables, exhibited its system at ICE 2025. The Dutch-designed platforms utilize a sophisticated modular system that maximizes space for play and utility. Crucially, the inflatables easily convert into solid maintenance platforms with covers, allowing crew to work smarter. They are light, pack small, and inflate in under five minutes, defining operational efficiency on the aft deck.

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Brownell’s 70-Year Grind: Why This Boat Stand Just Won the Innovation Award

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The true luxury of a yacht is measured by its service time. Brownell Boat Stands & Equipment won the IBEX Innovation Award for its Service Station, a tool that allows precise engine component repair. This simple, articulate design allows for easy access and turns complex maintenance into a smooth, one-person job. This is a victory for boatyard efficiency and a sign that the industry is finally investing in the professional tools that matter most.

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The Dirty Secret Behind Flawless Yachts—And the School That’s Changing Everything

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Yacht perfection has a secret, and it’s not what you think. Spectrum Color’s Gelcoat School is challenging the industry’s reliance on “inherited” knowledge, exposing flaws in traditional methods, and redefining what it means to master gelcoat repair. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newcomer, their hands-on curriculum delivers expertise that transforms results—and expectations. Why trust your investment to guesswork when you can choose mastery? Discover the school that’s reshaping yachting’s glossy facade.

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