The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Sunseeker financials: IBI comments
New management team backed by substantial funding sets course for growth following turbulent year
Koç Holding raises stake in RMK Marine
Turkish conglomerate invests TL2.7bn ($56.1m) through a capital increase at the superyacht and shipbuilding group
New Delphia 11 to be unveiled at Cannes
Delphia is strengthening its coastal cruising line-up with the Delphia 11 250hp version
Spanish boat registrations surge in first half of 2026
New data from ANEN shows the market is recovering, with registrations up 11.2% and tourism generating €6.2bn in 2025
HanseYachts appoints new Fjord dealer in Turkey
SRC Marine will drive sales growth, customer relationships, and brand visibility
Yachting Ventures unveils jury for 2026 Metstrade Startup Pitch Competition
A 10-strong panel of marine industry leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will judge this year’s Metstrade, including IBI publisher Philippa Drysdale
Brazilian builder makes Mediterranean debut with Cyprus market entry
Latin America’s largest boat manufacturer enters its 57th market via Cyprus, with three vessels sold and European expansion underway
Thordon Bearings adds SAI Engineering to distributor network
Canadian bearing and seal manufacturer appoints Vancouver-based marine engineering firm as an authorised distributor
Boot & Fun Berlin show reinvents itself
Project manager Daniel Barkowski explains what’s new in 2026
Lloyd Werft plans new dock in Bremerhaven
German yard secures 30-year lease on seven-hectare site at Columbuskaje as it plans a second facility with a floating dock capable of accommodating larger vessels
Nautitech begins court-supervised restructuring as it seeks new investor
The French cat builder says production, deliveries and aftersales support will continue as it looks to secure the company’s future
Vessev secures $19m in Series A funding and first US customer
NZ foiling specialist backed by Blackbird VC enters US market with multi-city tour
Mirava brings modular smart boat to Europe
Gabe Newell brings tech innovation to Monaco 2026
People on the Move this Week
Textron, Brunswick partner on USV to deliver at speed and scale
New Polish brand enters market with budget sailing boat model
Sea Expandary acquires OceanWalker
FB Marine Group names Contender Boats product manager
Toyota joins Volvo-backed fuel cell venture, opening potential for marine applications
Sea Alliance outlines expansion plans through 2027
Forest River launches 3D boat configuration platform across pontoon brands
Vision Marine and Avikus begin integration of electric propulsion and intelligent navigation
2026 Helsinki Floating Boat Show restores industry confidence
Court extends TISG creditor protection as bidding process advances
Omaya Yachts strengthens commercial team
BRP brings branded financing to US dealer network
ACY Yachts and South Coast Yachts plan Southern California partnership
Barrus appoints production engineering manager
New owners for Nashville marina
Marine industry leader Noel Osborne passes
ZeroUSV’s Oceanus17 USV celebrated at official naming ceremony in Plymouth
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