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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Massimo Perotti

Sanlorenzo reports 25% growth in Q1 orders, unveils three-year strategic plan

2026-05-18T11:30:00+01:00

The Italian superyacht builder has achieved its seventh consecutive quarter of order intake growth, with Q1 2026 orders reaching €223.2m

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UK boatyard sold after 65 years, set for rebrand

2026-05-18T11:52:00+01:00

Larkman’s Boatyard in Suffolk has been acquired by new owners

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Tankoa strengthens Civitavecchia site as dual-yard model expands

2026-05-18T11:30:00+01:00

Italian superyacht builder expands integrated production operations between Civitavecchia and Genoa as it increases build capacity and advances large-yacht projects

V Ships Academy

V.Group opens maritime training academy in Chennai, India

2026-05-18T11:30:00+01:00

Ship management business to train cadets for fleet including yachts

African Boating Congress

FFS Africa renews sponsorship of African Boating Conference

2026-05-18T11:30:00+01:00

The marine fuels and energy provider strengthens support for Africa’s growing boating and superyacht sectors ahead of the Cape Town event

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Malibu Boats CEO Steve Menneto to share insider perspective on US market dynamics at IBI Summit

2026-05-15T15:48:00+01:00

Fresh from landmark European acquisition, industry leader will discuss shifting consumer trends and opportunities for international brands

Stassi Anastassov

Former Duracell CEO takes helm at Ferretti Group

2026-05-15T15:33:00+01:00

Stassi Anastassov has been appointed chief executive officer of the Italian builder following today’s AGM

Off the Hook Yachts

Off The Hook Yachts sees record FQ1

2026-05-15T15:15:00+01:00> , By

OTH joins the handful of US marine companies which saw better-than-expected performance at the start of calendar 2026

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Mediterranean Yacht Show sees record turnout as Greek charter market gains momentum

2026-05-15T14:05:00+01:00

Greece’s premier charter yacht event reported strong attendance and berthing demand at its 11th edition earlier this month

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Azimut CCO outlines Asian strategy at Singapore Yachting Festival

2026-05-15T13:40:00+01:00> , By

Enrico Chiaussa, chief commercial officer EMEA-APAC at Azimut Yachts, talks to IBI about navigating Asia’s evolving luxury yacht market

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Tough year for Honda

2026-05-15T13:01:00+01:00> , By

Automobile, motorcycle and outboard engine builder reports first-ever financial loss as weak EV market drags down earnings

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Yachts damaged as wind wreaks havoc in South Africa’s ‘Cape of Storms’

2026-05-15T11:30:00+01:00

Extreme weather damages yachts and marina infrastructure at multiple sites