The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
66th Genoa show reports 11% visitor increase, confirms 2027 dates
The event recorded 138,273 visitors and more than 4,600 sea trials, with organisers reporting positive exhibitor feedback on business concluded during the show
IBEX keynote: NMMA chief says uncertainty requires industry unity
Frank Hugelmeyer tells IBEX opening breakfast the marine industry must create certainty through collective action and legislative engagement
BBA 2026: Time to buy your tickets
Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Boat Builder Awards, with the industry invited to join the celebration at Harbour 8 during Metstrade on 18 November
Cape Town firm introduces marine project management tool
KND Naval Design’s HullTrack improves communication, documentation and project visibility across marine construction teams
Saxdor to integrate Simrad AutoCaptain autonomous docking technology
Finnish builder becomes the first outside the US to adopt Navico Group’s assisted docking system
Triton Yachts keeps US deliveries on track despite 25% tariff
Brazilian builder maintains scheduled shipments to the US this year and sells three units of its new Flyer 42 before the first hull is even completed
Osculati establishes US operations with new Fort Lauderdale base
European marine equipment supplier establishes dedicated American presence to serve growing market with 22,000-product portfolio and local support team
Garmin wins 12th NMEA Manufacturer of the Year Award
US electronics builder secures 12th consecutive NMEA win and six Product of Excellence honours
Lusben relaunches sailing yacht Olympia
Extensive refit in Viareggio included engine room rebuild, propulsion work and upgrades to sailing systems
Sterk Yachts expands Adriatic presence with new dealer appointment
Fred Bobek d.o.o. will represent the brand in Croatia and Slovenia
Baglietto’s 41m Andala sold for €26.75m
The 40.9m DOM133 yacht Andala, winner at the 2026 World Superyacht Awards, has been sold
Mood Index: EU business and consumer survey results for September
Economic sentiment and employment expectations decline in EU and eurozone
BBA 2026: Final day to nominate for awards
Italian marine industry unites regional boat shows to strengthen national network
Bennington unveils 2027 pontoon lineup
7th Design Innovation Awards attract over 100 entries
Five destinations awarded Monaco sustainability label
Italian leather goods specialist expands amid 15% annual growth
African Boating Conference to explore economic growth
300 exhibitors to attend Dubai show
NX Boats and Suassuna Fernandes forge cross-industry Pininfarina partnership
Bermuda builds on record superyacht season
5th World Yachting Sustainability Forum: Industry leaders reframe sustainability as business opportunity
NextBoat appoints new CEO
Ecocoast appointed Xylem partner for GCC environmental monitoring
Honda opens Florida marine development office
Pradco Outdoor Brands buys Kent Outdoors
Shift Yachts unveils 24m performance cruising catamaran
Egypt to double international yacht visitors in five years
Turkish firms partner to build 500GT-plus expedition superyachts
People on the Move this Week
NZ marine dealership changes hands
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