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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

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boot Düsseldorf 2027 director outlines show updates

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

Event’s president unveils a new hall layout, expanded watersports and refit offerings, and initiatives to grow the boating community

Thordon Bearings Burlington

Thordon Bearings adds third Canadian production facility

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

New Burlington plant will expand manufacturing capacity as the company responds to rising demand

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British Marine appoints global partnerships ambassador

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

Sarah Wallbank to strengthen UK marine industry’s global connections and identify international opportunities

FLIBS BCCC

New yacht refit conference to launch at 2027 FLIBS

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

Two-day industry event will focus on yacht refit sector during world’s largest in-water boat show

Fasnap and Surefas at IBEX

Fasnap to distribute SureFas fastener lines in US

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

Fastener manufacturer to distribute four product lines from Dutch manufacturer in US market

ISA Yachts Classic 65

ISA Yachts advances two superyacht projects at Ancona facility

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

Yard moves second units of Classic 65m and UNICA 45M Steel series into outfitting

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AB Yachts unveils third AB 130 superyacht

2026-10-08T11:30:00+01:00

The 39.65m yacht combines 41kt performance with a highly customised layout focused on family life and comfort

Helsinki Expo & Convention Centre

Helsinki launches Nordic Marine Expo for commercial marine sector

2026-10-07T16:10:00+01:00

The inaugural event will take place alongside the 2027 Helsinki International Boat Show

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Fountaine Pajot expands Marine West distribution in Indian Ocean

2026-10-07T15:59:00+01:00

French dealer group will represent the catamaran builder in Seychelles, Mauritius and Réunion through Destination Yacht

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IBI relocates to new London headquarters

2026-10-07T15:57:00+01:00

International Boat Industry has moved to the home of parent company Informa

YANMAR at Genoa Boat Show 2026

Yanmar Marine International to take direct control of Italian distribution

2026-10-07T14:02:00+01:00

YMI will assume distribution from late Q4 2026, with long-term partner Cartello continuing as an authorised dealer and service partner

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Spanish boat registrations up 7% in first nine months of 2026

2026-10-07T11:30:00+01:00

Motorboats and larger vessels drove growth, while charter registrations also increased despite remaining below 2024 levels