The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Princess Yachts shifts to direct sales model in key Asian markets
The company will operate through a wholly owned Hong Kong subsidiary, ending its existing distributor arrangement in the territory
Yamaha Motor Canada appoints new marine division director
Connor Megan has spent the last decade with Yamaha Motor Corporation USA
Honda reports record Q1 profits despite power products segment declines in North America
Honda has raised its full-year financial outlook following a strong first quarter, with higher revenues across several key business segments helping offset softer North American demand in its power products segment
Fraser Yachts, Wheels Up to offer private jet-to-yacht luxury experiences
Partnership said to redefine luxury travel by making it a special experience
Metstrain Early Bird fare deadline approaches
Delegates have until 1 September to secure a €115 fare for the dedicated London-Amsterdam journey to Metstrade 2026
Yacht Havens creates new operations director role as group expands
The marina operator appoints long-serving executive to its Board as it looks to strengthen operations across its UK and European network; recruitment now underway for a new marina manager at Lymington Yacht Haven
Nimbus gains nearly 43% in US market share among Scandinavian brands
Rising brand awareness and consumer demand for differentiated products beyond traditional categories are said to be driving growth
Sacs Marine opens first Italian lounge
The Italian builder has partnered with Nautica Bertelli to launch its first Sacs Lounge, as it shifts towards direct customer model, combining its dealer network with selected local partners to strengthen owner support and after-sales services
Littelfuse Q2 results exceed expectations
Carling Technologies parent reports 20% YoY revenue growth, 56% YoY gain in net income in strong second quarter
Yachting NZ, Hospitality NZ launch yacht club support programme
The year-long pilot programme is the first of its kind between New Zealand’s sport and hospitality sectors
ABYC promotes Brian Goodwin to standards and compliance VP
US recreational boating standards body expands senior leadership
Yamaha announces record-setting revenues and profits in strong first half
Engine builder raises full-year guidance despite cost pressures, tariff impacts
SAY Carbon Yachts opens Mallorcan hub
Ryds Boats partners with Kellox and Erling Sande to expand Nordic reach
Sasga Yachts names new sales and marketing director
Baglietto linked with possible acquisition of TISG's La Spezia yard
Allen Brothers enters third generation of family ownership
Smuggler Marine appoints new operations manager
Myers reports strong Q2
Inventory control leads US dealers to higher margins on lower revenue
Autograph Yacht Group strengthens Fort Lauderdale team
Cummins raises 2026 guidance on record second-quarter sales
Deutsche Yachten launches ‘Superyacht Thursday’ at boot Düsseldorf
FHG Marine Engineering acquires Scott Marine Power
Sales, profits jump for Johnson Outdoors with strong Q3
Nautitech appoints BFG Marine as exclusive Italian dealer
Basque consortium to develop hydrogen-powered leisure boat
Princess Yachts announces death of founder
Temo’s Vannes facility destroyed by fire
Declining revenue, lawsuits lead FB Marine Group to file for bankruptcy protection
Ancasta expands European network with new offices
TISG launches formal investor search amid restructuring
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