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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Sunreef Yachts Ultima 55

Sunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build

2026-07-01T10:03:00+01:00> , By

Sunreef Yachts’ Ras Al Khaimah operation is managing supply chain disruption and regional instability, with strong forward orders for its Ultima 55 and 88 models despite recent Gulf tensions

Lippert HQ

Patrick Industries and LCI Industries confirm merger

2026-06-30T13:17:00+01:00> , By

US component suppliers complete the all-stock transaction that will merge the two largest US marine industry component suppliers

TYKUN

TYKUN expands production as MED Group opens new Italian shipyard

2026-07-01T13:04:00+01:00

The new manufacturing facility will support larger vessel builds and the brand’s growth in the high-performance chase boat market

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Northstar RIBs completes Vega Lite tender range using single-stage RTM process

2026-07-01T12:49:00+01:00

The company completes the tender range using its ONE-SHOT production across five models from 2.9m to 4.2m

74 Steel 2

Sanlorenzo unveils second 74Steel superyacht Virtuosity

2026-06-30T14:50:00+01:00

The bespoke 74m flagship introduces a series of firsts, including a two-deck living tree and underwater aquarium

MC-ZERO Chris Baird

MC-ZERO appoints Chris Baird as CEO

2026-06-30T14:42:00+01:00

Former ZeroJet executive to lead electric yacht tender venture as production ramps up ahead of first deliveries

Yanmar Power Solutions

Yanmar reports strong 2025 fiscal year

2026-06-30T13:41:00+01:00> , By

Revenues and earnings increase despite higher input costs and tariffs for Japanese engine builder

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Luxury Travel & Expeditions restructures superyacht agency operations

2026-06-30T13:20:00+01:00

New corporate structure establishes parent company with two specialist subsidiaries serving South America, Antarctica and Cuba

AIATA

AIATA expands global dealer network

2026-06-30T11:52:00+01:00

The company is strengthening its international reach with new dealer appointments across Europe and Southeast Asia

AkzoNobel

AkzoNobel adapts nautical sector offer to robust demand for antifouling systems

2026-06-30T11:31:00+01:00

The Dutch company is investing to expand its global network of Yacht Paint Application Centers

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Henri-Lloyd becomes official teamwear supplier to Rodin Motorsport

2026-06-30T09:59:00+01:00

The British marine apparel brand will supply technical clothing to the junior single-seater racing team throughout the season

Sanlorenzo La Spezia shipyard

Sanlorenzo partners with BYD Energy Storage on next-generation battery technology

2026-06-30T08:42:00+01:00

The parties have signed a strategic partnership to jointly develop advanced battery and energy storage solutions for future yachts, as the Italian builder continues to expand its Road to 2030 sustainability programme