The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

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2026 Yacht Style Awards: Categories finalised, nominees announced ahead of Singapore gala dinner

2026-04-07T11:30:00+01:00

This year’s awards will feature over 30 categories celebrating innovation and creativity

IMS 2026

International Multihull Show 2026 to be most ambitious edition yet

2026-04-07T15:27:00+01:00

Record fleet, multiple world premieres, and redesigned layout featuring new marina are all part of this year’s show

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Ancasta under new ownership as founder sells majority stake

2026-04-07T13:31:00+01:00

Nick Griffith has sold a majority shareholding in the £50m turnover yachting business

PWC

Finnish firm tackles hurdles to expand electric PWC sales in Europe

2026-04-07T11:30:00+01:00> , By

Viva launched its first electric jetski three years ago and is now exploring innovative solutions to address regulatory bans

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Italian HVAC specialist appoints exclusive Australian distributor

2026-04-07T11:30:00+01:00

The partnership is a key step in Veco’s international growth strategy

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Ocean Alexander honours Scott Roberton at 2025 Sales Recognition Dinner

2026-04-07T11:30:00+01:00

With over 40 transactions, Roberton has helped new and returning clients embrace Ocean Alexander ownership

Off The Hook Yachts North Carolina's Sloop Point Marina facility

Off The Hook Yachts signs purchase agreement for Bellhart Marine

2026-04-02T14:21:00+01:00

If finalised, the deal will establish a premier service and refit hub in the Carolinas

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TEMO updates UK pricing and distribution strategy for 2026

2026-04-02T13:37:00+01:00

The revision follows a review of market conditions

America's Cup

Late entries increase number of 38th America’s Cup participating teams

2026-04-02T13:24:00+01:00

The exact number of extra teams has not been divulged

Bahrain

Bahrain enforces nightly curfew on leisure and fishing vessel movements

2026-04-02T13:08:00+01:00> , By

New ruling in response to attacks from Iran

J Brothers Yacht Sales

US brokerage acquires selected J Brothers Yacht Sales assets

2026-04-02T11:30:00+01:00

Deal expands Fort Lauderdale firm’s footprint and strengthens its presence in Florida

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Sanlorenzo appoints CEO of Nautor Swan and Bluegame

2026-04-02T11:30:00+01:00

New leadership role takes effect in June as group looks to strengthen brand positioning and global development across both yacht builders