The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Azimut Benetti announces €100m investment across Tuscany shipyards
The superyacht builder expands production capacity as demand for yachts over 30 metres continues to grow
Gulf Craft appoints Kuwait dealer for SilverCat brand
The UAE boatbuilder has expanded the distribution network for its SilverCat range with the appointment of a new dealer in Kuwait, one of the Gulf region’s largest leisure boating markets
South African boat exporters welcome US tariff relief as 30% duty scrapped
South African marine exporters are set to benefit from a return to baseline US import tariffs after a year of volatile trade measures that significantly disrupted access to a key export market
Navix acquires CSP to expand European manufacturing and wiring capabilities
The marine and mobility design and manufacturing group has acquired a Portuguese electrical systems specialist, strengthening its European footprint and enhancing its global production and engineering offering
De Valk expands brokerage network into Poland and the Baltics
The Dutch yacht brokerage group opens new office in Gdańsk to support clients across Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania
Volkswagen sells majority stake in marine engine business to Bain Capital
Volkswagen retains a 49% stake after agreeing €7.4bn Everllence sale to Bain Capital
Apprenticeship programme launched to support UK boatbuilding sector
Training provider Reagit and Oyster Yachts launch boatbuilding apprenticeship pathway to help tackle skills shortages
ePropulsion enters kayak fishing market
New compact motor to support entry into fast-growing recreational propulsion segment
Callegari debuts 48ft maxi-RIB in Rome
The Italian RIB builder has presented its new Callegari 48, positioning the model as the next step in its maxi-RIB evolution as it prepares a broader international rollout and new carbon-intensive model range
DAME Design Awards opens entries for 35th edition
A new sustainability initiative has been introduced for 2026
Prestige to unveil new range and two world premieres at Cannes Yachting Festival
The yacht builder will showcase the M8 Evo and F6.7 alongside news of a new flybridge range as Groupe Beneteau division targets flagship positioning at the event
Nimbus unveils first model in Sport Cruiser 35 range
The new Sport Tender 35 will make its world debut at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 as the Swedish builder expands its sport cruiser portfolio
Freedom Boat Club celebrates 450th location
Revolution Marine expands European reach with Jonacor Yachts appointment
SilverCat 35CX makes South-East Asia debut
AkzoNobel appoints Glenn Shephard to front yacht coatings ambassador campaign
South Korea charts ambitious course to transform marine leisure industry
Zeelander delivers fastest Zeelander 8 to date ahead of Monaco debut
Numarine achieves triple ISO certification
British Superyacht holds successful summer celebration and awards event
Adrenaline Powerboats relocates production to South Florida
Suntex acquires Kinship Marina in Ventura
TMS named UK distributor for Armare composite rigging systems
Princess Yachts apprenticeship programme sees record demand and recognition
Lomac expands global dealer network with six new appointments
Frydenbø Marine names new CEO
Intellian opens new US manufacturing plant
International Sailing Summit highlights future drivers for marinas
Rolls-Royce expands Overmarine partnership with yacht bridge systems deal
Vision Marine announces leadership transition at Nautical Ventures
Brunswick announces updates to Michigan facility
Martínez Otero brings interior expertise to Orient Express Corinthian
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