The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

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Higher Q2 revenues, profits for Winnebago

2026-03-25T14:05:00+00:00> , By

Boat segment revenues down 3% YoY as marine operating income drops by 22%

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Barrus appoints commercial manager for Marine Division

2026-03-25T16:08:00+00:00

Area sales manager Lee Allen steps into broader commercial role, focusing on driving strategy and strengthening partnerships

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Pettit Paint, Palinal forge strategic alliance across the Americas

2026-03-25T15:37:00+00:00

The partnership between US-based Pettit Paint and Italian coatings specialist Palinal aims to accelerate growth in the marine topcoat market

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Bali Catamarans launches new flagship

2026-03-25T14:51:00+00:00

The Bali 7.0 is the French yard’s largest and most luxurious model to date

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Palma port changes raise concerns among local yachting businesses

2026-03-25T13:50:00+00:00> , By

Contractors and service providers warn that infrastructure and access issues could push winter activity towards mainland Spain

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Nautor Swan begins construction of first aluminium yacht

2026-03-25T12:30:00+00:00

Work on the hull and deck of the Swan Alloy 44 is underway at Gouwerok Shipyard in the Netherlands

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Uflex named official Italian distributor for EGIS Mobile Electric

2026-03-25T12:30:00+00:00

The partnership strengthens Uflex’s role as a key supplier of advanced electrical systems for the private boating sector in Italy

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Azimut-Benetti Group announces major expansion in Brazil

2026-03-25T12:30:00+00:00> , By

The Italian builder is investing US$23m to expand its Brazilian facility, boosting production capacity, workforce, and export competitiveness

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DiMillo’s expands into Connecticut with acquisition of Old Lyme Marina

2026-03-25T08:02:00+00:00

East coast dealer adds eighth location to strengthen sales, service and seasonal cruising coverage across New England and the Mid-Atlantic

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Ratcliffe to sue Ainslie over return of yacht used in 37th America’s Cup

2026-03-24T15:46:00+00:00

Athena Racing claims the boat belongs to them

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Berkshire Hathaway buys 2.5% stake in superyacht insurer

2026-03-24T15:18:00+00:00> , By

The acquisition signals a fresh investment focus on Japan under its new CEO, Greg Abel

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Neel Trimarans secures court-approved takeover by three-member investor team

2026-03-24T14:20:00+00:00> , By

French builder enters recovery phase with plans to save 46 jobs and restart production at around 10 boats a year