The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Baglietto linked with possible acquisition of TISG's La Spezia yard
Italian yacht builder is reported to be among potential parties interested in assets of financially troubled The Italian Sea Group
SAY Carbon Yachts opens Mallorcan hub
The German performance yacht builder has established the year-round base at Puerto Portals to support owners, dealers and prospective customers
Ryds Boats partners with Kellox and Erling Sande to expand Nordic reach
The Swedish builder has formed a distribution partnership with two Norwegian Peak Invest subsidiaries to strengthen its presence across the region
Sasga Yachts names new sales and marketing director
Jordi Ferrer returns to the marine industry to lead company’s global commercial strategy
Allen Brothers enters third generation of family ownership
UK sailing hardware manufacturer appoints Richard Allen managing director
Smuggler Marine appoints new operations manager
Calvin Clements will oversee factory operations as the NZ builder expands its product range and amphibious vessel lineup
Myers reports strong Q2
Higher revenues and profits highlight second quarter earnings for US plastics manufacturer
Inventory control leads US dealers to higher margins on lower revenue
Two leading US boat retailers reported higher profit margins despite lower revenue in the fiscal third quarter, crediting strict inventory controls for their improved performance
Autograph Yacht Group strengthens Fort Lauderdale team
US brokerage hires former superyacht captain with experience in new-build oversight, refit programmes and large-yacht sales
Cummins raises 2026 guidance on record second-quarter sales
YoY growth across all operating divisions deliver second quarter results that exceed expectations for US engine builder
Deutsche Yachten launches ‘Superyacht Thursday’ at boot Düsseldorf
The new one-day B2B format will bring together superyacht industry leaders for presentations, panel discussions and networking
FHG Marine Engineering acquires Scott Marine Power
South Florida marine services group adds Fort Lauderdale-based propulsion specialist with MAN, Scania and Yanmar sales and service capabilities
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
Q2 profits climb for Lippert Components despite lower revenues
Blackstone acquires MarineMax in US$1.5bn all-cash deal
Shadow-Caster hires EMEA sales manager
Interboot appoints first female project manager
President of Dominica prioritises marine tourism with plans for new marina
Spanish recreational boating market grows 6.8% in first seven months of 2026
Nautical Ventures names new general manager
Gulf Craft introduces latest version of the Nomad 70
US ambassador backs South African boat building during Robertson & Caine tour
People on the Move this Week
Australia’s largest off-water boat show wraps up successful four-day run
De Wave invests €10m in new facility as group targets further growth
LinkedIn
X / Twitter
Facebook
Email us
