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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Beneteau Bruno Thivoyon

Beneteau reports H2 2025 sales turnaround, confirms growth for 2026

2026-02-09T17:33:00+00:00

Full-year revenues reached €849m, reflecting a marked improvement in sales trends

Fire

Fire at Nashville marina damages 13 boats

2026-02-10T15:24:00+00:00

The blaze at Elm Hill Marina led to its temporary closure last week

Marina

Suntex adds Texas marina to US portfolio

2026-02-10T15:22:00+00:00

Acquisition of Eagle Point Marina marks third property on Lake Lewisville

Tom McMullen, CMO Henri-Lloyd

Henri-Lloyd appoints chief marketing officer

2026-02-10T14:41:00+00:00

Tom McMullen brings over 10 years of expertise in brand, marketing, and commercial leadership in premium and performance apparel

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RAD Propulsion partners with Charged Marine to drive North American expansion

2026-02-10T14:19:00+00:00

The move follows the UK-based specialist’s recent office opening in South Carolina

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Rio Boat Show 2026 reschedules dates to launch Brazil’s boating season

2026-02-10T14:09:00+00:00

Latin America’s largest outdoor boat show will take place from April 11-19

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Sunreef appoints dealer for Western Balkans and Adriatic

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00

Appointment strengthens Polish builder’s sales and aftersales coverage in the region

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Vitters Shipyard issues Project Zero update

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00

Construction of the 72m ketch is in its final stages; load-out planned for spring

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Black Sea yachting season faces delay over oil contamination

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00>

Pollution along Russia’s Black Sea coast stems from a tanker accident in the Kerch Strait in December 2024

Antal

Antal acquires French marine distributor, creates new Antal Group

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00

Deck hardware manufacturer boosts presence in France, enhancing support and product offerings for yacht builders

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Brunswick named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026

2026-02-09T15:37:00+00:00

The ranking is based on over one million reviews from female employees nationwide

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Bespline, Curve Works acquire Danish mould systems specialist

2026-02-09T15:28:00+00:00

The acquisition follows Adapa’s bankruptcy filing in July 2025