State of the U.S. Boating Market in Numbers

In this episode, industry expert Peter from InfoLink shares deep insights into the US boating industry, covering market trends, boat demographics, and future outlooks. Discover how data shapes industry decisions and what the future holds for boat manufacturers, dealers, and enthusiasts. Resources and Contacts: Download the slide from today's episode: https://currentyachts.com/resources/podcast/state-of-the-us-boating-market-in-numbers In this episode: • Overview of US boat registration trends from 2000 to 2025 • The aging boat fleet and implications for resale and maintenance • The growing dominance of outboard motors and changing propulsion types • Segmentation shifts: pontoon boats' rise and decline in runabouts and sailboats • Market impact of economic events, legislation, and the pandemic • Demographic shifts: aging boater population and declining ownership percentage • The influence of pre-owned boats and the future supply pipeline • Regional and state-level variations in boating activity and sales • Inventory trends, length of time on dealer lots, and market supply chain status • Future outlook: market resilience, challenges, and opportunities for newcomers 💭 WHO IS CURRENT YACHTS? We are a full service yacht brokerage company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Annapolis, Maryland. Our licensed and bonded professional brokers assist yacht sellers and buyers every step of the way. 🎥 Our podcast Full Displacement helps educate yacht sellers and buyers, and shares what is happening in the yacht brokerage market: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXcE3-wOQgN8C7VGybRHBjzf9uZsr6tPs We are revolutionizing yacht sales by offering a transparent, service-based pricing model that puts yacht buyers and sellers first. How? 1️⃣ Our flat-rate selling expense replaces inflated yacht brokerage commissions. And the buyer-side commission (called co-brokerage) only gets paid if a co-broker is present. 2️⃣ Our buyer-broker representation agreement means our yacht buyers receive the unbiased guidance they need to protect their interests. 3️⃣ Our modern platform streamlines the listing intake process including an listing agreement you can generate and signed digitally within minutes. Our platform ensures real-time communication with a dedicated team and provides analytics for all parties. 🏁 The result? More transparent yacht sales, and faster, more efficient transactions. We've set out to build a genuine community that offers exclusive insights and resources, empowering yacht owners and buyers alike. ⚓️ Discover the Current Yachts difference at https://currentyachts.com/ 🛥️ Browse our inventory: https://currentyachts.com/boats/ Follow Current Yachts: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/currentyachts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/currentyachts/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/currentyachts/