Publications

BMF conducts a survey bi-annually to measure trends in the marine industry over the last six months and future expectations. The latest version of this report for the period November 2009 - May 2010 is available to download.

This survey by BMF, MCA, RNLI, RYA and sponsored by Ybw.com details participation amongst UK adults in a range of 21 boating and waterbased activities.  It reports trends since 2002 such as demographics, frequency, home v abroad.  It also includes household boat ownership.

BMF conducts a survey bi-annually to measure trends in the marine industry over the last six months and future expectations. The latest version of this report for the period May - November 2009 is available.

This report, launched January 8th 2010, provides detailed information on the leisure, superyacht and small commercial marine industry.  The report includes range of economic indicators including industry revenue and value added. international trade and employment. It contains essential reference data on the UK marine industry for BMF members and affiliate organisations, the media, Government and key stakeholders.

An annual project on behalf of Superyacht UK determines the value of the superyacht sector and identifies trends.  This includes the design, build, supply chain and service of yachts over 24 metres load line length within the UK market. 

Download the latest report for 2008/9 here.

This report was commissioned by BMF in partnership with the British Waterways and the Environment Agency, with support from the Broads Authority and TYHA members. The report assesses the economic significance and impacts of inland marinas in the UK at a country and regional level, and details contribution at a local level through a series of 16 case studies, based on primary research.

This report was commissioned by BMF in partnership with the Crown Estate and Jersey Harbours, with support from TYHA members. The report assesses the economic significance and impact of coastal marinas in the UK and Channel Islands at a country and regional level, and details contribution at a local level through a series of nine case studies, based on primary research.

This report, launched in January 2008, provides detailed information on the marine industry of leisure and small commercial craft for a range of economic indicators, from turnover and value added to exports and employment. It contains essential reference data on the UK marine industry for members and affiliate organisations, the media, Government and key stakeholders.