The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
IBI Summit 2026 delivers inside track on two landmark marine deals – just days away
IBI Summit brings together the architects of the Fairline acquisition and Saxdor-Malibu transaction to reveal the strategic intelligence, execution realities, and lessons learned driving consolidation across boat building
Knight Frank: Superyacht market rebounds as 2025 sales surge
The 2026 Knight Frank Wealth Report reveals a strong market in 2025, with sales values up by 70%
X-Yachts consolidates production activities in Poland as part of broader growth strategy
Danish builder strengthens manufacturing platform while expanding service operations, marina activities and unmanned vessel development
French boating industry pays tribute to Tibor Sillinger
Entrepreneur, industry advocate and former federation executive remembered for his role in developing the French boating sector and promoting its international growth.
Leadership transition at SABBEX as founder steps down as chair
John Craig replaces Bruce Tedder as head of South African Boat Builders Export Council
Zeelander Yachts sells first US east coast-based Zeelander 8 for 2027 delivery
The new 24m flagship sale marks a milestone in the Dutch yard’s North American expansion
Asteria project marks milestone for Cape Town superyacht sector
The destination’s growing superyacht repair sector reached a milestone with the successful refit of the expedition yacht
RAD appoints Shiv Power and Marine Service as India distributor
The British propulsion specialist expands international dealer network amid growing demand for electric and hybrid marine systems
X Shore CEO on restructuring, rebuilding trust, and the electric boating future
René Hansen speaks exclusively to IBI about the company’s emergence from bankruptcy, the new ownership structure backing its recovery, and his vision for leading the transition to electric boating across global markets
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at Nimbus, Acquera Yachting, Freedom Marine and more
Princess Yachts reports strong start to 2026 as new model programme accelerates
The company builds on its 2025 turnaround with rising production momentum and multiple new models advancing toward launch milestones
Gtechniq strengthens marine focus with three key appointments
Ceramic coating specialist expands marketing and product teams as it targets further growth in marine and international markets
Swedish boat builder declared bankrupt
Acquera Yachting Albania appoints new MD
Vitters Shipyard builds 63m ‘next generation performance cruiser’
New Ferretti Group CEO outlines vision for market growth
TISG announces return to full operations despite fiscal position
Mag Bay Yachts expands Florida sales team with two key hires
IBEX and Metstrade launch programme to help international brands enter $230bn US marine market
Archipelago Yachts secures second order for 80ft explorer yacht
TISG shares plunge as losses push capital below legal minimum
Venice Boat Show opens seventh edition at historic Arsenale
Freedom Marine Vancouver team strengthened as Don Ross joins sales team
Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support Africa’s expanding cruising sector
Economic uncertainty reflected in boat sales at Finland’s Naantali Boat Show
Big success for SCIBS 2026 with over 40,000 visitors
IBI Summit 2026 unveils exclusive fireside chat with Groupe Beneteau CFO
TEMO·450 rated “highly repairable” in voluntary sustainability index
Bermuda expands its Coastguard operations with opening of second base
Vision Marine outlines operational initiatives across Nautical Ventures platform
Azimut Yachts and JHSF launch Seadeck fleet experience for Fasano Sardegna debut
Nimbus Group appoints Mikael Mårtensson as CFO
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