The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Sunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build
Sunreef Yachts’ Ras Al Khaimah operation is managing supply chain disruption and regional instability, with strong forward orders for its Ultima 55 and 88 models despite recent Gulf tensions
Patrick Industries and LCI Industries confirm merger
US component suppliers complete the all-stock transaction that will merge the two largest US marine industry component suppliers
TYKUN expands production as MED Group opens new Italian shipyard
The new manufacturing facility will support larger vessel builds and the brand’s growth in the high-performance chase boat market
Northstar RIBs completes Vega Lite tender range using single-stage RTM process
The company completes the tender range using its ONE-SHOT production across five models from 2.9m to 4.2m
Sanlorenzo unveils second 74Steel superyacht Virtuosity
The bespoke 74m flagship introduces a series of firsts, including a two-deck living tree and underwater aquarium
MC-ZERO appoints Chris Baird as CEO
Former ZeroJet executive to lead electric yacht tender venture as production ramps up ahead of first deliveries
Yanmar reports strong 2025 fiscal year
Revenues and earnings increase despite higher input costs and tariffs for Japanese engine builder
Luxury Travel & Expeditions restructures superyacht agency operations
New corporate structure establishes parent company with two specialist subsidiaries serving South America, Antarctica and Cuba
AIATA expands global dealer network
The company is strengthening its international reach with new dealer appointments across Europe and Southeast Asia
AkzoNobel adapts nautical sector offer to robust demand for antifouling systems
The Dutch company is investing to expand its global network of Yacht Paint Application Centers
Henri-Lloyd becomes official teamwear supplier to Rodin Motorsport
The British marine apparel brand will supply technical clothing to the junior single-seater racing team throughout the season
Sanlorenzo partners with BYD Energy Storage on next-generation battery technology
The parties have signed a strategic partnership to jointly develop advanced battery and energy storage solutions for future yachts, as the Italian builder continues to expand its Road to 2030 sustainability programme
Dutch Design reaches Sea Rover superyacht construction milestone
Ferretti Group shares new details of its largest-ever Riva yacht
Ferretti Group’s new CEO on systems, brand architecture, and capturing untapped markets
Mood index: Economic sentiment up in EU, euro area; but job expectations down in both
Incat to expand Tasmania shipyard with new production hall
Grand Pavois La Rochelle 2026 to launch ‘Start Boating’ zone for new entrants
Superyacht Australia and French Polynesia strengthen South Pacific collaboration amid record visitation
Pegasus Yachts appoints Nordic Yachts as agent in regional expansion push
Gulf Craft appoints Kuwait dealer for SilverCat brand
Navix acquires CSP to expand European manufacturing and wiring capabilities
De Valk expands brokerage network into Poland and the Baltics
Volkswagen sells majority stake in marine engine business to Bain Capital
Apprenticeship programme launched to support UK boatbuilding sector
Azimut Benetti announces €100m investment across Tuscany shipyards
ePropulsion enters kayak fishing market
Callegari debuts 48ft maxi-RIB in Rome
DAME Design Awards opens entries for 35th edition
Prestige to unveil new range and two world premieres at Cannes Yachting Festival
Nimbus unveils first model in Sport Cruiser 35 range
Freedom Boat Club celebrates 450th location
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