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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Yamaha Kumamoto Prefecture

Japanese quake could put pressure on semiconductor market; factory shutdowns across industry groups

2026-07-31T11:31:00+01:00> , By

Yamaha Marine has temporarily halted production at its two Kumamoto Prefecture facilities which manufacture outboard motors and related marine products

MB92 expansion

MB92 Barcelona secures concession extension to 2050

2026-07-31T13:50:00+01:00

Expansion backed by €40m infrastructure investment

Ferretti

Ferretti delivers strong cash generation in H1 2026 despite 5.6% revenue decline

2026-07-31T13:33:00+01:00

New CEO Stassi Anastassov acknowledged a more challenging commercial environment but emphasised the group’s strong balance sheet and operational capabilities

Brtabus Sunreef 55 in Dubai June 2026

Sunreef Yachts, Brabus unveil the new Brabus Ultima 55

2026-07-31T12:22:00+01:00

IBI’s Middle East correspondent previewed the vessel in Dubai this June, ahead of its official launch this week

Bellini

Bellini Nautica raises €2.3m through share placing to support expansion

2026-07-31T11:30:00+01:00

Italian builder will use the proceeds to expand production capacity, invest in technology and advance its industrial plan

Lengers

Lengers Yachts declared bankrupt

2026-07-31T11:30:00+01:00

The Dutch yacht dealer represented brands including Sanlorenzo, Bluegame, Prestige, SACS, and Pirelli Speedboats

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Callegari RIBs acquires Italian tender specialist

2026-07-31T11:30:00+01:00

Production of 50-60 tenders annually to be consolidated at Callegari’s Anagni facility

Catamaran Guru

Catamaran Guru expands into Caribbean

2026-07-31T11:30:00+01:00

US dealer establishes its first dedicated Caribbean office through Virgin Island Yacht Brokers integration

ACI's Rovinj marina

Croatia’s ACI marina group posts strong H1 2026 results

2026-07-31T11:30:00+01:00

Revenue, net profit and EBITDA all rise

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ICOMIA, MPN and 11th Hour Racing partner to protect Posidonia seagrass in the Med

2026-07-31T11:29:00+01:00

High-resolution Posidonia mapping will be available through chart plotters and boating apps, enabling responsible navigation and habitat protection

Carla Demaria

People on the Move this Week

2026-07-31T11:28:00+01:00

New appointments at Icomia, Robertson & Caine, Sunseeker and more

Pontoon boat

Patrick reports 22% marine segment growth in solid Q2

2026-07-30T15:52:00+01:00

Marine segment gains help offset RV sector decreases as US components supplier tightens full-year guidance