The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Sanlorenzo urges faster rollout of green methanol infrastructure at Venice Climate Week
Italian yacht builder says fuel supply and shoreside infrastructure are becoming the key barriers to wider adoption of sustainable marine technologies, despite rapid advances in propulsion systems
IBI Summit 2026: Candid conversations define industry’s premier strategic forum
More than 60 industry leaders and investors gathered in London for the IBI Summit 2026, where closed-door conversations about consolidation, economic headwinds, and real-world M&A deals delivered what attendees valued most: honest dialogue
LCI Industries CEO retires after 32 years, interim leadership appointed
Independent director Johnny Sirpilla will serve as interim CEO effective immediately
KJM Marine, Ocean Group partner to elevate Crossroads Marina as Maldives yachting hub
A new company has been formed for this purpose called Ocean Aventis
Next Yacht Group expands into Adriatic and Central European markets
Splendid Yachting will represent Maiora and AB Yachts across Croatia, Slovenia, Germany, Austria and Switzerland
American Sailing appoints new CEO
Industry executive and ASA-certified sailor David Taylor succeeds Jonathan Payne
FIN appoints experts to represent French boating industry in international standards discussions
Federation says French specialists will participate in ISO working groups covering recreational boat design, construction and marine electrification.
Volvo Penta interview: maintaining clear priorities in the face of uncertainty
Hanna Ljungqvist, head of marine business at Volvo Penta, gives her company’s view of the current market and how it is planning for a potentially volatile future
Moonen marks major construction milestone for tenth 122 Martinique
The Dutch builder has completed the hull turning, with delivery scheduled for 2027
FIM launches dedicated superyacht tender division
The Italian boat builder has expanded into the luxury tender market with a new division focused on bespoke craft for superyachts, hotels and hospitality operators, debuting with a 9.4m carbon-composite model
AkzoNobel shares fall over 20% after latest takeover offer ends
Merger with Axalta now back in focus to create €25bn paints business
IBEX registration opens
Registration opens for North America’s largest marine trade event, scheduled to run from October 6-8 at the Tampa Convention Center
Dutch water sports sector valued at €6.6bn as new report fills data gap
Vision Marine opens Nautical Ventures dealership in South Florida
Eastern Cape delegation courts Italian builder for South African investment
Galeon Yachts partners with InSitu Design on new 700 Sky interior concept
Industry confidence buoyed by Gothenburg Floating Boat Show
Neander Marine expands Asian distribution network
New SilverCat dealer for south coast of England
Bulgarian electric boat builder secures funding for expansion
Boat builder turns movie maker
BoatUS seeks boater support for abandoned vessel clean-up
Brunswick launches TotalCare bow-to-stern protection for boat owners
EVAL SA named exclusive AquaAmp distributor in Greece
Marine industry’s premier strategic forum convenes tomorrow as sector faces critical crossroads
Parker Boats names new president
Princess Genuine parts and accessories store launches
Mare Forum Istanbul marks 10th edition with focus on shipping and SY sector
BRP marks 29% Q1 revenue jump
Webasto appoints new CFO
Sanlorenzo APAC appoints Bluegame representative for Japan
Tohatsu restructures China distribution network
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