PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 2040469
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 2040469
The global leisure boat market size was estimated at USD 51.20 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 81.04 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% from 2026 to 2033. The rising disposable income of citizens and the flourishing tourism sector in emerging economies, such as Brazil and China, are some of the key factors escalating market growth.
Furthermore, the growing participation of people in recreational and competitive boating activities worldwide is estimated to provide an upthrust to the growth. Besides, advancements in technologies leading to the introduction and adoption of connected boats are projected to fuel growth over the forecast period. The market consists of boat manufacturers, engine manufacturers, independent dealers, service providers, and equipment manufacturers.
The market is expected to pose promising growth prospects throughout the forecast period owing to the combination of factors such as the multitude of investments made, and research undertaken by the prominent players in the industry to develop and upgrade their portfolios. Manufacturers are also focusing on developing modern boat layouts to attract the interest of customers, especially in the Gen-Z category.
The growing awareness among customers regarding the benefits offered by integrating technologies in conventional boats is expected to fuel market growth over the forecast period. Manufacturers are increasingly integrating advanced technologies, such as IoT, AI, and smart sensors, into the boats for providing users with features, such as GPS tracking, automatic controls, and smart connect. Moreover, the integration of such technologies aids owners to improve boat safety and security, thereby increasing their inclination toward surfing deep waters.
Recreational boating activities are gaining popularity among tourists owing to the increasing number of boating events and trade shows hosted in different parts of the world. Growing marine and coastal tourism has significantly attracted tourists from numerous countries across Europe and North America. In addition, Asia Pacific countries such as China and Australia are witnessing new growth opportunities in the market owing to the increasing per capita income of people in these countries. The rising demand for recreational boating in countries, including Japan, China, and Australia, is further propelling the regional market growth.
Global Leisure Boat Market Report Segmentation
This leisure boat market report offers forecasts in terms of revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global leisure boat market report based on type, product, and region: