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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Knysna

‘Day Zero’ water crisis in SA boat building hub prompts yard action

2026-01-21T15:27:00+00:00> , By

Knysna is driving shipyards and marine suppliers to implement measures for seamless operations

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Marcopolo Adventure Yachts debuts at boot Düsseldorf

2026-01-21T13:20:00+00:00

The new Italian brand is holding the world premiere of the MP10 and MP12

Saxdor 460 GTC

New Saxdor flagship has world premiere in Düsseldorf

2026-01-21T12:56:00+00:00

Finnish brand unveils the 460 GTC, continues to expand production capacity

Breakfast MF

Boat industry enjoying period of “stable instability” – NMMA Canada

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Annual industry breakfast at Toronto Boat Show reveals positive outlook despite continued trade uncertainty

Fairline Targa 47

Fairline Yachts holds successful Winter Showcase in Mallorca

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00

UK builder selects Spain over Germany for world premiere of new Targa 47 Open

Cranchi

Propspeed announces supply deal with Cranchi

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00

Foul-release coating to become standard on all models 62ft and above

1 Zero5 FWD-SB Boot[1]

New Italian builder launches fully electric RIB line at Düsseldorf

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00

Marine Eco Solutions, based in Arco at the northern end of Lake Garda, unveiled its Zero 5 model at the show

Bellini

BoatCenter becomes exclusive representative of Bellini in Portugal

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00

Customers now have direct access to the Bellini range, complemented by expert sales support and tailored technical guidance

AquaAmp

AquaAmp exands distribution to Finland

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00

US maker of waterproof wireless charging products names new Finnish distributor

Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala

Inaugural Baltic Sea Boating Forum planned for 2026 Helsinki show

2026-01-21T12:30:00+00:00

The event seeks to promote collaboration and dialogue between the boating industry, policymakers, and key stakeholders

Port Denarau Marina, Fiji

Port Denarau Marina ownership transition moves forward to a key stage

2026-01-21T07:49:00+00:00

Conditional authorisation given to Fijian Holdings Ltd to buy the facility

Axopar-38-XC-Cross-Cabin

Axopar holds world debut of 38XC Cross Cabin in Düsseldorf

2026-01-20T15:59:00+00:00

Two more models in the 38 range will launch later this year

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