The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Three more Carefree Boat Club franchises in Florida cease operations
The move comes nearly a month after four CBC outlets pulled from the water along the state’s First Coast
InterMarine expands Groupe Beneteau portfolio
Floridian dealer adds Beneteau Antares, Flyer and Wellcraft to existing brand line-up
African Boating Conference to examine KwaZulu-Natal marine sector development
Maritime business leader Londy Ngcobo will assess how the region’s marine industry is responding to shifting trade dynamics and supply chain changes
Wider Yachts moves forward on joint project with OceanWorld
Five 47m superyachts planned as part of the project
Outerlimits Powerboats sold
CMC Boat Group acquires US builder with plans for new manufacturing facility
Elektra Marine project advances sailboat electrification efforts
The Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot joint venture has confirmed JOOOL as its marine electrification brand
Omaya unveils 53ft power catamaran at Cannes
The Omaya 53 was developed in response to feedback from potential owners
Marseille to launch new Mediterranean boat show in 2027
The 1st Marea Marseille-Le Grand Salon de la Mer will take place in April
BRP partners with Montreal Canadiens
BRP brings its flagship recreational equipment brands together with one of hockey’s most iconic teams
Historic racing yacht undergoes restoration at Cape Town museum
The 15m Voortrekker is being preserved following a rescue mission by former skippers
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Alimos Marina, ePropulsion, Heesen and more
i-Bos and EWG form superyacht industry alliance
The Isle of Man and Jersey-based businesses will connect crew payroll technology with international payment capabilities
MasterCraft reports double-digit Q4 and full-year revenue gains
New round of tariffs in US, Canadian trade war impact recreational boating
Benetti extends popular Oasis series with new 36m model
Dream Yacht and Navigare strengthen leadership team
SA cautious despite US Congress extension of AGOA framework
Sunreef Ultima 88 sails 4,800Nm from UAE to debut in Cannes
Black Pepper Yachts starts search for takeover proposals
Fairline’s Targa 58 GTO debut at Cannes signals brand resurgence
Sunseeker unveils new brand strategy and product lineup at Cannes
Yanmar hydrogen fuel cell system receives DNV type approval
Docks Expo sets out 2026 education programme
Sunseeker latest: IBI comments
Oyster Yachts enters catamaran market
Riviera ships US$40m yacht fleet to Florida
Informa to launch premium lifestyle and superyacht show in Hong Kong
Cantiere del Pardo expands production and launches three Cannes premieres
EBI launches guidance on EU deforestation rules
Ferretti Group marks new era at Cannes Yachting Festival
KVH Industries reports 27% Q2 revenue growth
Q3 revenues, profits up for Johnson Outdoors
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