The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Confindustria Nautica: Global boat building market reached €33.3bn in 2025 despite slowdown
Italy continued to outperform the wider market, with growth in the superyacht sector helping the country strengthen its global leadership position
Vision Marine to unlock $5m in liquidity through Florida property sale
The electric propulsion specialist expects the transaction to generate non-dilutive cash while reducing annual operating costs by $1.2m
MarineMax sees hope on the horizon despite market conditions
The mega global dealer, marina and yacht services operator identifies encouraging signs for the remainder of 2026, though recovery may hinge on consumer confidence
Acquera Yachting expands Malta operations through joint venture
Italian superyacht service provider partners with local logistics firm, appointing Karl Naudi and Mario Micallef to lead expanded Mediterranean operations
7th TYBA Yacht Charter Show returns to Marmaris after 45 years
The first official show took place in 1981, with TYBA organising the event since 2018
ZeroUSV takes stake in UK shipyard to boost autonomous vessel production
The company has become a shareholder in Portland-based Manor Marine, securing dedicated production capacity for its Oceanus uncrewed surface vessels
South African draft dam regulations threaten inland boating sector
New draft regulations for government waterworks, introduced earlier this year, have sparked significant backlash from civil society groups
Volvo Penta unveils new D13 IPS Hybrid yacht propulsion system
The Swedish power solutions manufacturer set to take a significant step towards its goal of producing fully electric propulsion systems by releasing a 700hp-1000hp (515kW-735kW) parallel hybrid propulsion system later this year
Hutchwilco NZ Boat Show opens this week for 70th anniversary edition
The annual marine industry event returns to Auckland Showgrounds from 14-17 May
Myers Industries reports solid Q1
Gains in net revenues, gross profit, adjusted operating income underscore strong start to 2026 fiscal for US plastics manufacturer
Freedom Boat Club buys out largest franchise operation
The franchise includes 21 locations, a maintenance centre and a retail boat dealership
MasterCraft Q3 revenues up 3%
Revenues, profits increase for US boat builder leading to guidance upgrade
BoatClick delivers AI-powered ‘Intelligence Core’ to Outer Reef 990 MY
Flexiteek joins African Boating Conference 2026 as official sponsor
British Marine appoints non-executive directors to strengthen Board expertise
Yamaha Motor named exclusive partner for new Nordic boat brand
Leading CEOs confirmed for IBI Summit 2026: Groupe Beneteau’s Bruno Thivoyon among growing executive lineup
XO Boats expands distribution with US and Italy partnerships
boot Düsseldorf 2027 exhibitor registration opens
Viking urges industry input on NOAA Right Whale speed rule review
Last chance to register for ABYC/USCG risk mitigation webinar
Nimbus Group revives heritage naming structure
Bulgarian builder plans IPO, opens new production facility
Vision Marine to trade on TSX Venture Exchange
New solar-electric catamaran builder forms in Germany
Ancasta boosts UK brokerage team with Hamble appointment
Lyman-Morse composites facility approaches completion
Benetti to open Livorno yard to design students for World Boating Day initiative
Malibu Boats beats FQ3 expectations and lifts fiscal 2026 outlook
Brabus Marine announces all-new Shadow 38 range
Hubbell to acquire NSI Industries for US$3.0bn
Frigomar opens new Italian production facility
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