The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
eD-TEC partners with America’s Cup designer to lead next-gen foil development
Martin Fischer is one of the most accomplished figures in high-performance yacht design
Better than expected Q2 for BRP
Increased revenues and net income despite lower Sea-Doo PWC sales
Vision Marine launches new electric boat division
The EV division will handle sales, service, aftersales support, events and more
Lowe targets affordability with new LF pontoon series
New cruising and fishing models target entry level buyers with amenities and value
Singapore Boating Industry Association elects new committee
The SBIA has also announced plans to grow Singapore’s boating market through industry clusters, greater marina access and regional alliances
Teledyne to buy Saab’s TransponderTech business
The company will be integrated into Teledyne FLIR’s Maritime group, which includes Raymarine, FLIR Marine, and ChartWorld
IMTRA to represent Seaview Blinds in North America
Distributor to debut UK blind line at IBEX
Australian marina upgrade adds jetty and berths in $3.3m project
The Batavia Coast Marina expansion in Geraldton delivers new infrastructure for growing tourism and commercial demand along WA’s coastline
Madagascar yacht/superyacht visits doubled in 2024
Madagascar is due to feature prominently at the upcoming African Boating Conference in Cape Town in October
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Intrepid, Tam Son Yachting, Vision Marine and more
Lex Raas retires from MarineMax, takes on advisory role
The long-time industry exec is stepping down as president of Aquila Power Catamarans
Malibu ends challenging 2025 on an upswing with strong Q4
Increased Q4 revenues, profits offset full year declines for US boat builder
Princess Yachts agrees new pay deal with Plymouth workforce
Executive changes at Intrepid
US consumer confidence dips further in August
Yachting Ventures announces lineup for Metstrade Startups 2025
Vision Marine appoints new COO
Sweden’s Open Yard draws record crowds with 127 boats on display
GoBoat UK expands partnership with Yamaha
Nomadream adds Catamaran 33 to houseboat range
Molabo links up with Dutch distribution partner
MasterCraft ends FY2025 on a high note with strong Q4
MAN to launch new hybrid engine at Cannes
Targa Boats appoints exclusive Canadian dealer
Italian workboat builder enters luxury yacht market with new brand
De Antonio Yachts restructures commercial team with new appointments
Mangusta launches sixth Oceano 44
MDL Marinas joins Monaco Yacht Show’s Blue Wake programme
Vision Yachts expands global footprint with new dealer partnerships
Florida marina to be redeveloped
Singapore Yachting Festival 2026 signals new direction for Asia’s marine industry
SEA.AI opens new Australian office
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