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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

AkzoNobel

AkzoNobel shares fall over 20% after latest takeover offer ends

2026-06-04T14:20:00+01:00

Merger with Axalta now back in focus to create €25bn paints business

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FIM launches dedicated superyacht tender division

2026-06-04T14:32:00+01:00

The Italian boat builder has expanded into the luxury tender market with a new division focused on bespoke craft for superyachts, hotels and hospitality operators, debuting with a 9.4m carbon-composite model

2025 IBEX

IBEX registration opens

2026-06-04T14:00:00+01:00

Registration opens for North America’s largest marine trade event, scheduled to run from October 6-8 at the Tampa Convention Center

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Dutch water sports sector valued at €6.6bn as new report fills data gap

2026-06-04T11:30:00+01:00> , By

A comprehensive analysis of the Netherlands’ boating and water sports industry has revealed the sector’s significant economic contribution for the first time

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Vision Marine opens Nautical Ventures dealership in South Florida

2026-06-04T11:30:00+01:00

The waterfront facility in Dania Beach combines boat retail, marina access, watersports activities and electric propulsion demonstrations

ECape-Italy

Eastern Cape delegation courts Italian builder for South African investment

2026-06-04T11:30:00+01:00> , By

The province is seeking to attract international investment to accelerate boat building and ship repair capabilities

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Galeon Yachts partners with InSitu Design on new 700 Sky interior concept

2026-06-04T11:30:00+01:00

The new concept debuts on the ninth hull in the series, signaling the yard’s push toward larger, more luxurious offerings

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Industry confidence buoyed by Gothenburg Floating Boat Show

2026-06-03T12:45:00+01:00> , By

Exhibitors report strong leads and growing market confidence at the inaugural event

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Neander Marine expands Asian distribution network

2026-06-03T12:40:00+01:00

New distributor agreements expand availability of the Dtorque 50 diesel outboard across five Southeast Asian markets

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New SilverCat dealer for south coast of England

2026-06-03T12:39:00+01:00

The move expands SilverCat’s UK presence, strengthening distribution for power catamarans in the key coastal market

Helios Omega

Bulgarian electric boat builder secures funding for expansion

2026-06-03T11:57:00+01:00> , By

The investment will support expansion of the company’s R&D and production capacity

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Boat builder turns movie maker

2026-06-03T11:30:00+01:00

Former Riva and Chris Craft investor releases major feature film