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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Italy’s boat building industry sees small growth

2026-09-28T14:57:00+01:00

Global yacht building sector estimated to slow by 3%

LR certify the VMG Sagunto 5,000 tonne capacity shiplift

Heavy-capacity travel and ship lifts featured at MYS 2026

2026-09-28T14:34:00+01:00

The world’s largest yacht-dedicated shiplift and a 1,700-tonne travel lift were highlighted at the Monaco show

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Raymarine extends Hallberg-Rassy partnership for three years

2026-09-28T13:27:00+01:00

Teledyne Raymarine will continue as standard marine electronics supplier for new Hallberg-Rassy yachts and will also integrate Maretron digital switching technology

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Frydenbø COO and sales manager dies

2026-09-28T13:09:00+01:00

Kjell Olav Frogner passed away at Brunswick Marine’s dealer conference in Sweden

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Biograd Boat Show expands marina exhibition area

2026-09-28T12:58:00+01:00

Extra space has been added in the north marina to accommodate what is expected to be another record-breaking show

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Southampton show launches eight-day format for 2027

2026-09-28T11:30:00+01:00

British Marine sets out ambitious plans for the future

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2026-09-28T11:30:00+01:00

More than 150,000 spectators attended the preliminary regatta as Naples prepares to host the America’s Cup in 2027

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2026 Blue Wake Award winners revealed in Monaco

2026-09-28T11:30:00+01:00

Six companies recognised for their innovative environmental solutions

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Acobar marks 50 years with celebratory breakfast in São Paulo

2026-09-28T11:30:00+01:00

The gathering featured a retrospective of the Brazilian association’s key achievements over five decades

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Rib Shack Marine announces major UK expansion

2026-09-28T11:30:00+01:00

Growing marine group invests in new Hamble Point headquarters, launches Boat Club 73

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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