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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BBA 2026: What is the Innovative Design Solution of the Year?

2026-09-25T10:18:00+01:00

Nominations are now open for the Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, with the Innovative Design Solution category seeking the marine industry’s most innovative new features and design solutions

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BlueWater, Bain Capital buy two US east coast marinas

2026-09-25T13:46:00+01:00

Acquisitions in Connecticut and South Carolina take joint venture’s portfolio to seven properties

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Scandinavian Marine appointed Flexofold distributor

2026-09-25T13:08:00+01:00

Appointment expands regional sales, technical support and aftersales coverage for Danish folding propellers

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Benetti unveils 70m Clear Waves concept in Monaco

2026-09-25T13:02:00+01:00

Wellness is a core design element of the new model

Rolls-Royce unveils new NautiQ Bridge system at Monaco

Rolls-Royce presents new vision for yacht bridge design

2026-09-25T11:30:00+01:00

Rolls-Royce Power Systems holds world premiere of mtu NautIQ Bridge ‘Point Break’

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Arksen makes strong Monaco debut with new Adventure series flagship

2026-09-25T11:30:00+01:00

The UK builder reports positive reception at its first Monaco Yacht Show appearance

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Sunreef Yachts launches new 100 Eco catamaran at world premiere

2026-09-25T11:30:00+01:00

Polish builder’s order book continues to grow with over 40 Ultima 88s contracted

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AkzoNobel opens yacht paint centre in Hamburg

2026-09-25T11:30:00+01:00

New facility will provide technical training and product support to marine professionals across central Europe

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Superyacht UK announces 2026 Young Designer winner

2026-09-25T11:30:00+01:00

Coventry University student Oliver Weaver takes top honours following an intensive live design challenge at Southampton International Boat Show

Shaping the Future - 3rd World Yachting Sustainability Forum

5th World Yachting Sustainability Forum to explore AI and energy innovation in maritime industry

2026-09-24T16:13:00+01:00

Industry leaders to gather on October 2nd at the Genoa Boat Show to chart course toward sustainable yachting future

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Taiwan International Boat Show returns to Kaohsiung in November

2026-09-24T14:59:00+01:00

This year’s event will extend across four waterfront sites to include more than 70 yachts

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DEI enters leisure marine market

2026-09-24T13:13:00+01:00

US thermal and acoustic control products manufacturer to launch marine product line at IBEX