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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Gulf

Middle East update: Boating waters severely affected

2026-03-27T15:59:00+00:00> , By

With the Middle East conflict approaching one month without resolution, GCC countries are imposing tighter restrictions on leisure and commercial charter boat operations

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Gulf Craft expands with new leisure craft facility in the UAE

2026-03-27T14:03:00+00:00> , By

The 10,000m² production site in Ajman will manufacture Oryx cabin cruisers and SilverCat power catamarans

Sunreef 88 Ultima

Tennis superstar places order for Sunreef catamaran

2026-03-27T13:43:00+00:00

A Sunreef Ultima 88 will be delivered to a renowned Spanish athlete

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KKCG increases offer for 15.4% of Ferretti Group to €3.9 per share

2026-03-27T12:30:00+00:00

The higher per-share price pushes the total value of the offer beyond €200m

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Dalmatia Boat Show joins IFBSO as Emerging Member

2026-03-27T12:30:00+00:00

Croatian event joins global federation as it builds momentum in the Adriatic market

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Nice Boating Tomorrow: An encouraging first edition

2026-03-27T12:30:00+00:00

The inaugural event saw strong exhibitor satisfaction and promising growth, with plans already underway for 2027 and 2028

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SA composites distributor warns of potential disruption due to Middle East conflict

2026-03-27T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Aerontec, a key supplier to the local marine manufacturing sector, has issued a customer update highlighting challenges ahead

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People on the Move this Week

2026-03-27T12:29:00+00:00

New appointments at Barrus, MarineMax, Yamaha US and more

Barcelona Boat Show

Barcelona International Boat Show to have largest and most diverse fleet to date

2026-03-26T15:54:00+00:00

Event will include new areas for marinas, diving, water sports and a water trials area

2026 Ferretti Convergence

Ferretti Group’s Convergence 2026 hailed a ‘resounding success’

2026-03-26T15:13:00+00:00

High turnout marks 19th Convergence focused on Ferretti Group’s production hubs in Ravenna and Ancona

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Patrick Industries debuts digital design studio

2026-03-26T14:06:00+00:00

First-of-its-kind digital design studio aims to deliver full scale prototyping for marine, RV and powersports industries

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Revenues, profits climb for BRP in 2026 Q4, full-year earnings

2026-03-26T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Higher Q4 Sea-Doo watercraft sales contribute to 16% Q4 jump in net revenues

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