The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
X Shore faces bankruptcy amid unpaid rent
Nyköping Municipality filed the request before Christmas
RS Sailing MD steps down after 25 years of service
Jon Partridge was a driving force behind the UK dinghy builder’s global growth
Bahraini builder enters European market
H Al Dhaen will debut its DB 380SC motorboat at boot Düsseldorf
Brunswick shares AI vision at CES
Panel discussion explores how artificial intelligence is making boating smarter, easier and more connected
Fort Lauderdale Convention Center construction complete
Official opening of on-site hotel caps six years of renovations to key FLIBS venue
Quicksilver Boats to celebrate 40th anniversary at Düsseldorf
Boat builder to unveil commemorative logo at boot with multiple new product launches scheduled through 2026
AquaAmp expands distribution to Benelux and Germany
Technautic named exclusive distributor of the US firm’s waterproof charging solutions
New SA yard to launch first blue-water catamaran in first quarter
Onyx Marine’s new flagship is a budget-friendly vessel built for offshore performance
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at MarineMax, Touron, Vetus Maxwell and more
Victoria & Alfred Waterfront appoints new CEO
Graham Wood replaces David Green as head of South Africa’s premier marina
CES – Caterpillar CEO says AI implementation key to future growth
Joe Creed unveiled the company’s latest AI initiatives during his keynote speech at the Consumer Electronics Show on Wednesday
European Commission slashes red tape for SMEs
The move is welcome news for the EU boating industry, where 97% of companies are small to medium-sized enterprises
Twin Vee expands dealer network in key offshore boating market
Arcadia Yachts sells seventh Sherpa 80, boosts order book to nearly €30m
Siroco Group mourns loss of co-founder and CEO
Suzuki introduces new anodising treatment
Saxdor Yachts appoints president of sales for the Americas
Leadership appointments at Yamaha US
MJM Yachts names new dealer for Bahamas, Caribbean
Yamaha Motor Finance announces partnership with Fluid Motion Boats
Windy continues to expand yacht tender chase boat production in Sweden, strong markets
$2bn acquisition of Boats Group to finalise in H1
Ferretti Group appoints exclusive UAE, Oman dealer
BoatUS partners with Savvy Navvy to enhance boater safety and navigation
Brunswick debuts new Sea Ray at CES
Tunisian builder launches new sail cat range in joint venture
Blackstone acquires Hamilton Island in A$1.2bn deal
Fox’s Marina & Boatyard sold
Oyster Yachts reports improved FY25 results amid recovery efforts
Yamaha Motor announces significant headquarters expansion
CES – AI expected to drive scale in manufacturing robotics
Saudi Red Sea Authority launches digital guide to boost coastal tourism
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