The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Australian industry association names new CEO
Andrew Scott, the BIA’s CFO since 2021, has been promoted to chief executive
Fiji’s first tourism-focused hydrographic survey to boost navigation safety
A new partnership is mapping the waters around Malolo’s Musket Cove Marina
Suntex earns spot among Dallas-Fort Worth’s top workplaces
The US marina operator ranks among Dallas’ top midsize employers, praised for leadership, innovation and work-life balance
Baglietto's La Spezia expansion plan rejected over height concerns
Heritage authority objects to height of proposed office extension
KNRM orders 13 larger lifeboats as part of €120m fleet renewal by 2035
The Royal Netherlands Sea Rescue Institution has commissioned 13 new Nh1816-2 class vessels from Bloemsma Aluminium
Suzuki Australia, Club Marine enter insurance partnership
Club Marine named Suzuki Marine Australia’s preferred insurer, adding owner benefits and a repower market focus
Polish builder launches new model, eyes Spain growth
Promotor Yachts has launched Promotor 800C as its new flagship
McConaghy launches first GT86 power catamaran in China
The 25.5m model enters sea trials following nearly two years of development and construction
Qatar Boat Show sees double-digit visitor growth as GCC participation surges
This year’s event drew more than 10% more visitors than its 2025 edition, with a 30% rise in GCC exhibitors
Sicomin’s GreenPoxy 550 helps build lighter mast for historic Tuiga
Specialist shipyard Gilbert Pasqui used Sicomin’s bio-based epoxy resin to build Tuiga’s lighter spruce mast
US startup books US$5bn in ‘flying boat’ orders
Regent’s battery-electric Seaglider merges the best of boats and planes
Marinas help lift LAMDA's results for first nine months of 2026
Flisvos Marina posts record EBITDA, but Ellinikon project weighs on overall results
Superyacht Summit Türkiye concludes fourth edition in Istanbul
NZ builder increases production as it expands Australian presence
RS Sailing secures new investment to support growth
Neil Marine brings Hidea outboards to Sri Lanka
Leigh-Smith Yachts opens Sydney office at d’Albora The Spit Marina
Bay Rider Boats grows Florida presence with Black Label Marine Group partnership
European Commission approves AkzoNobel/Axalta merger
China explores yachtbuilding and refit collaboration with Maldivian firms
Howden names new head of Superyachts London
UK RIB manufacturer enters voluntary liquidation
Yamaha reports higher revenues, profits
Next Yacht Group’s Delmiglio among Forbes Italia’s Top 100 CMOs 2026
Sirena Yachts appoints new US dealer for southeast expansion
Cigarette Racing, Yacht Hub Group form partnership to expand in EU and Africa
Integrel Solutions doubles turnover, hires commercial chief
Kongsberg Maritime unveils new logo and brand tagline
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Caterpillar reports 17% Q3 revenue gain
Cummins reports record Q3 earnings
Azimut Yachts deepens ties with Assets Group at Qatar Boat Show
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