The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Metstrade 2025: Sustaining the growth of the superyacht sector
A new Superyacht Stage will showcase 30-minute sessions on cutting-edge technologies and trends in superyacht design and operations.
Kinetic Catamarans unveils new K6 performance cruising cat
Production is set to begin in January next year, with the yard currently focused on building tooling and establishing processes
Italian boating industry hits record €8.6bn in 2024
Presented at the 65th Genoa International Boat Show, the latest Nautica in Cifre – LOG report confirms Italy’s dominance in boatbuilding exports and superyacht production. While high-end segments continue to thrive, the small boat market faces headwinds
Tankoa Yachts acquires Otam business division
Brand, production site and workforce integrated into the Italian yard
Yamaha to present wireless Helm Master EX controller at Southampton
New wireless control to provide engine controls including operation of Autopilot, Staypoint, Fishpoint and Driftpoint features away from the helm
Taiga Motors returns with new electric PWC
Canadian electric PWC builder emerges from bankruptcy with new three-seat model
Cannes Yachting Festival 2025 sets new records with 56,000 visitors and 181 world premieres
This year’s edition hailed as “bigger, richer and more strategic than ever”
Archipelago Yachts chooses Orca to equip new vessels with advanced navigation systems
The UK builder will fit all new vessels with Orca’s navigation system in a partnership aimed at boosting safety, efficiency and sustainability at sea
Flexiteek teams up with AST Semi-Custom Carbon Tenders
Flexiteek 3 to feature on an AST tender at Southampton and Metstrade
US partners launch new yacht brokerage
Current Yachts owners say flat-rate pricing model aims to improve clarity, customer experience
Pearl Yachts previews Pearl 100 Hybrid, its largest and first hybrid model
The 30m raised philothouse superyacht was presented at Cannes last week
ICOMIA appoints new programme director
Ben Grigg is tasked with overseeing key initiatives and strengthening global partnerships across the recreational marine industry
Serbia to build €3.4m marina on Great Backa Canal
Brunswick reports strong performance at Cannes
ACR launches new searchlight wireless controls
Metstrade 2025 to highlight latest boatbuilding materials
GMBA consultant strengthens European standards work
Malibu enters into surf events partnership
Evene Tenders debuts Origin series at Cannes Yachting Festival
Finsulate, Sealease team up on sustainable antifouling solution
Pearl Yachts opens new French dealership in Antibes
Frauscher Shipyard appoints exclusive dealer for the UAE and Qatar
Oceanskies eyes expansion of yacht registries
Peters & May integrates Netherlands office into global network
Lusben reports positive first-time appearance at Cannes
New Italian builder makes Cannes Yachting Festival debut
Aquila Power Catamarans enters sailing market
The future of boating meets in Genoa: How to join the 4th World Yachting Sustainability Forum
Yacht Sourcing forms new charter subsidiary
US marine rep groups merge to broaden regional and global presence
German automotive and arms firm to acquire Lürssen’s naval division
Back at the helm: Erwin Bamps shares insights on his return to Gulf Craft
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