Recreational Boat Market
Report ID: SQMIG20T2005
Report ID: SQMIG20T2005
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Report ID:
SQMIG20T2005 |
Region:
Global |
Published Date: December, 2025
Pages:
242
|Tables:
63
|Figures:
75
Global Recreational Boat Market size was valued at USD 18.5 Billion in 2024 and is poised to grow from USD 19.7 Billion in 2025 to USD 32.61 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period (2026–2033).
Recreational Boating is one of the world's most vibrant maritime sectors. A recreational boat is basically a big motorboat that has a cabin, plumbing, and other fun things you need to live on board. Recreational boats are being used by people to go on outings with their families, friends, and peers. The best uses for recreational boats are fishing, boat racing, water sports, campaigning, and sailing. These ships are made of coated fabrics, plastics, and aluminum.
The worldwide recreational boat market is expanding due to the rising number of people operating recreational businesses and the increasing use of these boats for business-specific purposes like passenger transportation and short-distance transportation. Recreational boating events are open to all kinds of boats such as engine powered, sail powered, or man powered.
US Recreational Boat Market is poised to grow at a sustainable CAGR for the next forecast year.
Market snapshot - 2026-2033
Global Market Size
USD 17.37 billion
Largest Segment
Diesel
Fastest Growth
Diesel
Growth Rate
6.5% CAGR
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Global Recreational Boat Market is segmented by Boat Type, Boat Size, Engine Placement, Engine Type, Power Range, Material Type, Activity Type, Power Source, Distribution Channel and region. Based on Boat Type, the market is segmented into Yachts, Sailboats, Personal Watercrafts, Inflatables and Others. Based on Boat Size, the market is segmented into <30 Feet, 30-50 Feet and >50 Feet. Based on Engine Placement, the market is segmented into Outboards, Inboards and Others. Based on Engine Type, the market is segmented into ICE and Electric. Based on Power Range, the market is segmented into Up to 100 kW, 100-200 kW and Above 200 kW. Based on Material Type, the market is segmented into Aluminium, Fiberglass, Steel and Others. Based on Activity Type, the market is segmented into Cruising water-sports and Fishing. Based on Power Source, the market is segmented into Engine Powered, Sail Powered and Human Powered. Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Dealer Network, Boat Shows and Online Sales. Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa.
Based on the Boat size, the 21 ft. to 35 ft. boat size segment is expected to command the largest share of the recreational boats market. High-power engines and technical advancements have increased the demand for boats in this size range. Manufacturers of boats offer medium-sized vessels with two to three engines for improved space utilization and speed. The segment is expanding as a result of these design trends and consumer demand for spacious boats for leisure activities. Because they need more space and power, these boats are mostly used for sports and tourism. To meet consumer demand at water level, tourism and travel-specific boats with a large capacity for passengers and powerful engines are required.
Based on boat engine, The electric segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Due to the absence of a combustion system and a silent motor, electric motors produce less noise than diesel and gas engines. A better boating experience is made possible by these features, which enable passengers to converse without disturbing others. Additionally, these engines provide environmental safety advantages and emit negligible exhaust emissions. Compared to diesel engines, electric motors are also more adaptable because they are lighter and have more space.
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North America held the largest share of the global recreational boat market in 2021 and it is expected to dominate the global market during the forecast period. The domestic boating industry has already seen a rise in people choosing to participate in water sports in their own country rather than abroad. The domestic water sports industry is flourishing as a result of this ongoing trend. Retail unit sales of new powerboats in the United States exceeded 300,000 units for two consecutive years in 2020 and 2021, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).In addition, NMMA has stated that the year 2022 will continue to be profitable and that the volume of new boat sales may rise by 3% in comparison to 2021. Additionally, restrictions are likely to continue into 2021, resulting in a demand for boating and other safe outdoor recreation activities. Boating is enjoyed by approximately 100 million Americans annually, according to the US Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).Outdoor recreation accounts for 2.1% of the country's GDP and generates real gross output of USD 788 billion.With close to USD 23.6 billion in annual spending, the country's most popular outdoor recreation activities are fishing and boating.
Canada is yet another nation where the recreational boating industry is a significant contributor to the economy.Every year, this Canadian pastime brings together more than 12 million people on the water. It generates more than USD 10 billion in revenue and has an impact of USD 5.6 billion on the GDP.
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The recreational boat market worldwide is fragmented, and during the forecast period, this fragmentation is expected to grow. All over the world, there are a lot of domestic and international vendors. In recent years, these major players have become increasingly competitive. The market is growing in developing economies like China and India due to the entry of several international brands there. However, the market is concentrated in developed nations like the United States and other Western European nations.
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According to our global recreational boat market analysis, The North American Region is Likely to Dominate the Market. Based on the Boat size, the 21 ft. to 35 ft. boat size segment is expected to command the largest share of the recreational boats market.
| Report Metric | Details |
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| Market size value in 2024 | USD 18.5 Billion |
| Market size value in 2033 | USD 32.61 Billion |
| Growth Rate | 6.5% |
| Base year | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2026-2033 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Billion |
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| Regions covered | North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Rest of Latin America), Middle East & Africa (South Africa, GCC Countries, Rest of MEA) |
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1. Information Procurement: This stage involved the procurement of Market data or related information via primary and secondary sources. The various secondary sources used included various company websites, annual reports, trade databases, and paid databases such as Hoover's, Bloomberg Business, Factiva, and Avention. Our team did 45 primary interactions Globally which included several stakeholders such as manufacturers, customers, key opinion leaders, etc. Overall, information procurement was one of the most extensive stages in our research process.
2. Information Analysis: This step involved triangulation of data through bottom-up and top-down approaches to estimate and validate the total size and future estimate of the Recreational Boat Market.
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