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Boat Trader Update – May 2025

Boat Trader Update – May 2025

Optimized Google Rankings for Increased ExposureYour listings are now even more discoverable—we’ve optimized Boat Trader’s Google rankings to push your inventory higher in search results. This improvement is designed to attract more eyes to your boats, engines, and...

BoatWizard Update – May 2025

BoatWizard Update – May 2025

Say "Hello" to AI-generated DescriptionsCreating compelling listings just got easier! Complete a few required fields (Class, Condition, Year, Make, Model, Length, and Hull Material), then navigate to the new “Descriptions” tab—now located at the end of the listing...

YachtWorld Update: May 2025

YachtWorld Update: May 2025

Immersive Full-Screen Image Viewing Now on Boat Detail PagesWe’ve enhanced the photo experience on YachtWorld and Local Portals. Shoppers can now click any image in the stacked gallery to view it in full-screen mode, on both desktop and mobile. This upgrade, driven by...

YachtWorld Update: April 2025

YachtWorld Update: April 2025

Multi-Currency Support on the AppOur YachtWorld app now supports US Dollars, British Pounds, and Euros, giving shoppers a more localized experience and helping them browse in their preferred currency. Currency preferences can be updated in the app, with more...

Boat Trader Update: April 2025

Boat Trader Update: April 2025

Smart Push Notifications with ImagesOur push notifications now include rich images — helping your listings stand out and drive more exposure, even when shoppers aren’t actively browsing the app. It’s one more way we’re keeping your boats top of mind and in front of...

BoatWizard Update: April 2025

BoatWizard Update: April 2025

New Filter on the Market Evaluation ToolLast month, we launched our powerful new Market Evaluation Tool for Select customers, making it easy to access detailed market insights with just a click of a button. By combining data from active and sold listings, the tool...

Why Today’s Market is Different—and How to Respond

Why Today’s Market is Different—and How to Respond

The first few months of 2025 have brought significant volatility to the marine industry, and many of you have asked whether this market is beginning to resemble 2008. While there are clear signs of uncertainty, the reality is more nuanced—and importantly, we’re seeing...

A Note to Our Members

A Note to Our Members

Some of you have asked us to comment on the recent letter from Matt Gruhn and the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) Board of Directors, which shared dealers’ concerns around pricing on Boats Group platforms. As both a member and Strategic Partner of...