The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
AWC AS acquires 82% of Sleipner Motor – enters into partnership with CEO Ronny Skauen
The company will continue to operate independently, preserving its existing management, organisational structure, brand, and strategy
MasterCraft – acquisition of MPX represents strength on strength
MasterCraft’s CEO Brad Nelson and CFO Scott Kent say addition of Chaparral, Robalo brands to bring “enormous” new opportunities for US boat builder
Four in a row for Miami show?
85th Miami International Boat Show aims to surpass US$1bn in direct economic impact for fourth straight year
Xylem Q4 revenues up 6%
Higher revenues, net incomes prompt growth outlook for Rule, Jabsco and Flojet parent
Management changes at Northpoint
Northpoint Commercial Finance appoints Gary Childress vice president of sales
Bodrum Yacht Meet explores challenges of Turkish market
The workshop attracted strong participation and significant interest, particularly from the Bodrum region
AquaAmp expands into UK with new distributor appointment
IMP will manage sales, support, and distribution of US firm’s wireless charging products
Bahraini builder charts global expansion with European debut
IBI speaks with H Al Dhaen’s CEO about new models, market expansion, and backing from Bahrain’s Sovereign Wealth Fund
Kongsberg Maritime to become standalone business following shareholder agreement
The independent company will be listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange from April 23
Suntex adds Texas marina to US portfolio
Acquisition of Eagle Point Marina marks third property on Lake Lewisville
Henri-Lloyd appoints chief marketing officer
Tom McMullen brings over 10 years of expertise in brand, marketing, and commercial leadership in premium and performance apparel
RAD Propulsion partners with Charged Marine to drive North American expansion
The move follows the UK-based specialist’s recent office opening in South Carolina
Rio Boat Show 2026 reschedules dates to launch Brazil’s boating season
Sunreef appoints dealer for Western Balkans and Adriatic
Vitters Shipyard issues Project Zero update
Black Sea yachting season faces delay over oil contamination
Antal acquires French marine distributor, creates new Antal Group
Beneteau reports H2 2025 sales turnaround, confirms growth for 2026
Brunswick named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026
Bespline, Curve Works acquire Danish mould systems specialist
Linssen Yachts reports “exceptionally successful” boot Düsseldorf
Dutch builder appoints US sales partner for the Americas
OneWater Marine sells off Ocean Bio-Chem business
South Africa’s first Unmanned Surface Vessel delivered to Middle East
Sasga Yachts buys Nautic Center Mallorca, rebranding it Sasga Palma
Flexiteek strengthens leadership with new production manager in Poland
Johnson Outdoors Q1 sales up 31%
Freedom Boat Club opens third NZ location
Finnboat marks 80 years of Finnish boat building history
Cummins ends 2025 on a strong note with solid Q4
Malibu FQ2 down across the board, exceeds internal expectations
Patrick Q4 revenues up 9%, full-year sales up 6%
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