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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Honda Marine Europe forms OEM partnership with Northstar, Zar Formenti

2026-01-23T13:11:00+00:00

Collaboration will focus on delivering optimised boat-engine packages, streamlined production, and enhanced performance for customers across Europe

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Smartgyro announces Raymarine collaboration

2026-01-23T14:17:00+00:00

HTML5-based web application to enable future updates without need for custom drivers or OS modifications

Tohatsu MFS150A

New 150hp outboard marks strategic shift for Tohatsu

2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00

MFS150A said to represent a new frontier for Japanese engine builder in simultaneous European, North American debuts

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De Valk opens first office in Italy

2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00

Dutch brokerage expands operations with new Rome location

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St Francis Marine appoints new CEO

2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00

Cal Tomlinson succeeds former CEO Rob Brennan, who retired at the end of last year

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HanseYachts expands into Australia with exclusive dealer partnership

2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00

Performance Cruising Yachts will respresent the German builder’s complete portfolio

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Seakeeper enters into new supply agreement with Winnebago

2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00

New partnership debuts Seakeeper Ride interceptor tabs on Barletta pontoon boats

Four 600hp mercury outboards on the Huntrex 54

Huntrex enters high-performance market, moves production to Abu Dhabi

2026-01-23T12:30:00+00:00> , By

IBI speaks with CEO Patrick Heslop about the new Huntrex 54, plans for a 73ft model, and the company’s growing operations in the UAE

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People on the Move this Week

2026-01-23T12:29:00+00:00

New appointments at G3 Boats, Denison Yachting, SAY Carbon Yachts and more

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Lenders to take control at Sunseeker

2026-01-22T16:05:00+00:00> , By

Sunseeker CEO clarifies ownership changes and confirms withdrawal from the bid to acquire Sunseeker London

Pearl 73 new project

Pearl Yachts debuts all-new Pearl 73 in Düsseldorf, first unit sold

2026-01-22T15:05:00+00:00

Construction of the second hull is now underway

Bahama Boat Works lineup

Bahama Boat Works inks Mercury supply deal

2026-01-22T14:39:00+00:00

Three new models to officially launch with Mercury power at Palm Beach International Boat Show

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