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Global Recreational Boating Market Size, Trends, Opportunities, and Forecast 2025-2033 - Competitive Landscape & Industry Analysis

Publisher PreciseView Reports
Published Sep 18, 2025
Length 400 Pages
SKU # PCSR20469024

Description

Global Recreational Boating Market, valued at USD 38.0 billion in 2024, is projected to reach USD 62.0 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period. This steady growth is driven by rising disposable incomes, increasing interest in outdoor leisure activities, and advancements in eco-friendly boating technologies. Recreational boats, including outboard boats, personal watercraft, and yachts, are popular for activities such as watersports, fishing, and cruising. Expansion has accelerated post-2023, supported by coastal tourism growth and electric/hybrid propulsion adoption. Key trends include the rise of outboard boats for efficiency, watersports as a leading activity, and electric engines for sustainability. Opportunities lie in developing regions' leisure spending and green innovations, while challenges such as high costs, environmental emissions, and regulatory hurdles persist. North America holds the largest share, led by the U.S. with strong boating culture, while Asia-Pacific grows fastest, driven by middle-class expansion in China.

The market’s segmentation enables stakeholders to target specific boat designs and activities. Boat types like outboard with sub-models cater to versatility, power sources address eco-shifts. Activity types focus on watersports subcategories, boat sizes suit length preferences. Regional sub-markets reflect cultural and economic variances, with North America in premium, Asia-Pacific in volume, and Europe in maritime heritage.

Market Segmentation:

By Boat Type:

Inboard Boats
Sterndrive Boats
Outboard Boats (Center Console, Express Cruiser, Pontoon, Runabout Bowrider)
Personal Watercraft
Sailboats
Yachts
Inflatables
Rigid Inflatable Boats
Kayaks
Canoes

By Power Source:

Gasoline Engine
Diesel Engine
Electric Engine
Hybrid Engine
Solar-Powered
Sail-Propelled
Human-Powered

By Activity Type:

Watersports (Skiing, Wakeboarding)
Fishing
Cruising
Coastal Tourism
Diving
Charter Operations

By Boat Size/Length:

Less than 20 ft
20-50 ft
50-100 ft
Greater than 100 ft

By Region:

North America (United States, Canada, Others)
Europe (United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Others)
Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, Others)
Latin America (Brazil, Others)
Middle East & Africa (United Arab Emirates, Others)

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Table of Contents

400 Pages
Research Objective
MARKET SEGMENTATION
Scope of the Study
Key Questions Answered in the Report
Chapter 1 Research Methodology
1.1 Research Objective
1.2 Market Research Process
1.2.1 Data Procurement and Data Mining
1.2.2 Data Analysis and Standardization
1.2.3 Data Processing and Market Formulation
1.2.4 Data Validation
1.3 Market Research Approach
1.3.1 Residential Research
1.3.2 Commercial Research
1.3.3 Assumptions & Limitations
1.4 Year Considered for the Study
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Global Recreational Boating Market Snapshot
2.2 Global Recreational Boating Market
Chapter 3 Market Variables and Scope
3.1 Introduction to Recreational Boating
3.2 Classification and Scope
Chapter 4 Market Dynamics and Trends
4.1 Global Recreational Boating Market Dynamics
4.2 Global Recreational Boating Market Dynamics, Impact Analysis
4.3 Market Drivers
4.3.1 Driver 1
4.3.2 Driver 2
4.4 Market Restraints
4.4.1 Restraint 1
4.4.2 Restraint 2
4.5 Market Opportunity
4.5.1 Opportunity 1
4.5.2 Opportunity 2
Chapter 5 Premium Insights
5.1 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.1.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
5.1.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
5.1.3 Threat of Substitute Types
5.1.4 Rivalry among Existing Firms
5.1.5 Threat of New Entrants
5.2 Supply Chain Analysis
5.3 Market Share Analysis of Key Players, 2024
5.4 Market Entry Strategy Assessment
5.5 Strategic Recommendation for Stakeholders
Chapter 6 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
6.1 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type, 2025 - 2033
6.2 Inboard Boats
6.3 Sterndrive Boats
6.4 Outboard Boats
6.4.1 Center Console
6.4.2 Express Cruiser
6.4.3 Pontoon
6.4.4 Runabout Bowrider
6.5 Personal Watercraft
6.6 Sailboats
6.7 Yachts
6.8 Inflatables
6.9 Rigid Inflatable Boats
6.10 Kayaks
6.11 Canoes
Chapter 7 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
7.1 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source, 2025 - 2033
7.2 Gasoline Engine
7.3 Diesel Engine
7.4 Electric Engine
7.5 Hybrid Engine
7.6 Solar-Powered
7.7 Sail-Propelled
7.8 Human-Powered
Chapter 8 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
8.1 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type, 2025 - 2033
8.2 Watersports
8.2.1 Skiing
8.2.2 Wakeboarding
8.3 Fishing
8.4 Cruising
8.5 Coastal Tourism
8.6 Diving
8.7 Charter Operations
Chapter 9 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
9.1 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length, 2025 - 2033
9.2 Less than 20 ft
9.3 20-50 ft
9.4 50-100 ft
9.5 Greater than 100 ft
Chapter 10 Global Recreational Boating Market, By Region
10.1 Overview
10.2 North America
10.2.1 North America Recreational Boating Market, By Country
10.2.2 North America Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.2.3 North America Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.2.4 North America Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.2.5 North America Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.2.6 United States
10.2.6.1 United States Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.2.6.2 United States Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.2.6.3 United States Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.2.6.4 United States Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.2.7 Canada
10.2.7.1 Canada Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.2.7.2 Canada Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.2.7.3 Canada Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.2.7.4 Canada Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.2.8 Others
10.2.8.1 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.2.8.2 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.2.8.3 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.2.8.4 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3 Europe
10.3.1 Europe Recreational Boating Market, By Country
10.3.2 Europe Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.3 Europe Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.4 Europe Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.5 Europe Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3.6 United Kingdom
10.3.6.1 United Kingdom Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.6.2 United Kingdom Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.6.3 United Kingdom Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.6.4 United Kingdom Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3.7 Germany
10.3.7.1 Germany Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.7.2 Germany Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.7.3 Germany Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.7.4 Germany Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3.8 France
10.3.8.1 France Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.8.2 France Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.8.3 France Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.8.4 France Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3.9 Italy
10.3.9.1 Italy Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.9.2 Italy Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.9.3 Italy Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.9.4 Italy Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3.10 Spain
10.3.10.1 Spain Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.10.2 Spain Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.10.3 Spain Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.10.4 Spain Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.3.11 Others
10.3.11.1 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.3.11.2 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.3.11.3 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.3.11.4 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.4 Asia Pacific
10.4.1 Asia Pacific Recreational Boating Market, By Country
10.4.2 Asia Pacific Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.4.3 Asia Pacific Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.4.4 Asia Pacific Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.4.5 Asia Pacific Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.4.6 China
10.4.6.1 China Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.4.6.2 China Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.4.6.3 China Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.4.6.4 China Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.4.7 Japan
10.4.7.1 Japan Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.4.7.2 Japan Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.4.7.3 Japan Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.4.7.4 Japan Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.4.8 India
10.4.8.1 India Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.4.8.2 India Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.4.8.3 India Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.4.8.4 India Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.4.9 Australia
10.4.9.1 Australia Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.4.9.2 Australia Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.4.9.3 Australia Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.4.9.4 Australia Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.4.10 Others
10.4.10.1 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.4.10.2 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.4.10.3 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.4.10.4 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.5 Latin America
10.5.1 Latin America Recreational Boating Market, By Country
10.5.2 Latin America Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.5.3 Latin America Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.5.4 Latin America Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.5.5 Latin America Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.5.6 Brazil
10.5.6.1 Brazil Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.5.6.2 Brazil Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.5.6.3 Brazil Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.5.6.4 Brazil Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.5.7 Others
10.5.7.1 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.5.7.2 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.5.7.3 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.5.7.4 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.6 Middle East and Africa (MEA)
10.6.1 Middle East and Africa (MEA) Recreational Boating Market, By Country
10.6.2 Middle East and Africa (MEA) Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.6.3 Middle East and Africa (MEA) Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.6.4 Middle East and Africa (MEA) Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.6.5 Middle East and Africa (MEA) Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.6.6 United Arab Emirates
10.6.6.1 United Arab Emirates Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.6.6.2 United Arab Emirates Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.6.6.3 United Arab Emirates Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.6.6.4 United Arab Emirates Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
10.6.7 Others
10.6.7.1 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Type
10.6.7.2 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Power Source
10.6.7.3 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Activity Type
10.6.7.4 Others Recreational Boating Market, By Boat Size/Length
Chapter 11 Competitive Landscape
11.1 Strategic Move Analysis
11.1.1 Top Player Positioning/Market Share Analysis
11.1.2 Top Winning Strategies, By Year, 2021-2024
11.1.3 Competitive Analysis by Revenue, 2022-2024
11.2 Recent Developments by the Market Participants (2024-25)
Chapter 12 Company Profiles
12.1 Brunswick Corporation
12.1.1 Company Snapshot
12.1.2 Company Overview
12.1.3 Financial Performance
12.1.4 Product Portfolio
12.1.5 Strategic Growth
12.2 Groupe Beneteau
12.2.1 Company Snapshot
12.2.2 Company Overview
12.2.3 Financial Performance
12.2.4 Product Portfolio
12.2.5 Strategic Growth
12.3 Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
12.3.1 Company Snapshot
12.3.2 Company Overview
12.3.3 Financial Performance
12.3.4 Product Portfolio
12.3.5 Strategic Growth
12.4 Azimut Benetti Group
12.4.1 Company Snapshot
12.4.2 Company Overview
12.4.3 Financial Performance
12.4.4 Product Portfolio
12.4.5 Strategic Growth
12.5 Ferretti Group
12.5.1 Company Snapshot
12.5.2 Company Overview
12.5.3 Financial Performance
12.5.4 Product Portfolio
12.5.5 Strategic Growth
12.6 Malibu Boats
12.6.1 Company Snapshot
12.6.2 Company Overview
12.6.3 Financial Performance
12.6.4 Product Portfolio
12.6.5 Strategic Growth
12.7 Polaris Inc.
12.7.1 Company Snapshot
12.7.2 Company Overview
12.7.3 Financial Performance
12.7.4 Product Portfolio
12.7.5 Strategic Growth
12.8 Marine Products Corporation
12.8.1 Company Snapshot
12.8.2 Company Overview
12.8.3 Financial Performance
12.8.4 Product Portfolio
12.8.5 Strategic Growth
12.9 Bombardier Recreational Products
12.9.1 Company Snapshot
12.9.2 Company Overview
12.9.3 Financial Performance
12.9.4 Product Portfolio
12.9.5 Strategic Growth
12.10 Bavaria Yachtbau
12.10.1 Company Snapshot
12.10.2 Company Overview
12.10.3 Financial Performance
12.10.4 Product Portfolio
12.10.5 Strategic Growth
12.11 Fountain Powerboats, Inc.
12.11.1 Company Snapshot
12.11.2 Company Overview
12.11.3 Financial Performance
12.11.4 Product Portfolio
12.11.5 Strategic Growth
12.12 Chaparral Boats
12.12.1 Company Snapshot
12.12.2 Company Overview
12.12.3 Financial Performance
12.12.4 Product Portfolio
12.12.5 Strategic Growth
12.13 Catalina Yachts
12.13.1 Company Snapshot
12.13.2 Company Overview
12.13.3 Financial Performance
12.13.4 Product Portfolio
12.13.5 Strategic Growth
12.14 Sunseeker International
12.14.1 Company Snapshot
12.14.2 Company Overview
12.14.3 Financial Performance
12.14.4 Product Portfolio
12.14.5 Strategic Growth
12.15 MasterCraft Boat Company
12.15.1 Company Snapshot
12.15.2 Company Overview
12.15.3 Financial Performance
12.15.4 Product Portfolio
12.15.5 Strategic Growth

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