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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

Sunreef Yachts Ultima 55

Sunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build

2026-07-01T10:03:00+01:00> , By

Sunreef Yachts’ Ras Al Khaimah operation is managing supply chain disruption and regional instability, with strong forward orders for its Ultima 55 and 88 models despite recent Gulf tensions

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BOAT International unveils BOAT Lounge and BOAT Radio for the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show

2026-07-01T14:38:00+01:00

IBI’s sister title, BOAT International, will debut new networking and editorial platforms at the event

The Seaver fleet

Seaver launches yacht range with alternative ownership model

2026-07-01T14:15:00+01:00

The new Dutch brand Seaver has unveiled a range of 20–30m yachts developed from Xtreme designs by Bernd Weel, alongside a new ownership model aimed at reshaping how owners experience acquisition, build and long-term yacht management

Catalina Yachts

Catalina Yachts set for revival as C & T Composites takes ownership and unveils expansion plans

2026-07-01T13:59:00+01:00

Florida-based C & T Composites will restart production of Catalina and True North yachts, launch a new adventure boat brand and bring former designers and engineers back into the business as it looks to rebuild the iconic US marques

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Caribbean Inclusive Development Programme drives inclusive sailing push in Antigua

2026-07-01T13:42:00+01:00

A week-long initiative at Antigua’s National Sailing Academy has brought together coaches, sailors and programme leaders from 10 countries to accelerate inclusive and para sailing development across the Caribbean and South America, alongside the region’s first Caribbean Inclusive Sailing Championship

Marell M12 Pilot

Swedish Maritime Administration faces SEK 26m loss after Marell Boats bankruptcy

2026-07-01T13:15:00+01:00

The Swedish Maritime Administration (Sjöfartsverket), which was awaiting delivery of new pilot boats from the now-bankrupt Marell Boats, faces a potential loss of SEK 26m following the company’s collapse

TYKUN

TYKUN expands production as MED Group opens new Italian shipyard

2026-07-01T13:04:00+01:00

The new manufacturing facility will support larger vessel builds and the brand’s growth in the high-performance chase boat market

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Northstar RIBs completes Vega Lite tender range using single-stage RTM process

2026-07-01T12:49:00+01:00

The company completes the tender range using its ONE-SHOT production across five models from 2.9m to 4.2m

74 Steel 2

Sanlorenzo unveils second 74Steel superyacht Virtuosity

2026-06-30T14:50:00+01:00

The bespoke 74m flagship introduces a series of firsts, including a two-deck living tree and underwater aquarium

MC-ZERO Chris Baird

MC-ZERO appoints Chris Baird as CEO

2026-06-30T14:42:00+01:00

Former ZeroJet executive to lead electric yacht tender venture as production ramps up ahead of first deliveries

Yanmar Power Solutions

Yanmar reports strong 2025 fiscal year

2026-06-30T13:41:00+01:00> , By

Revenues and earnings increase despite higher input costs and tariffs for Japanese engine builder

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Luxury Travel & Expeditions restructures superyacht agency operations

2026-06-30T13:20:00+01:00

New corporate structure establishes parent company with two specialist subsidiaries serving South America, Antarctica and Cuba

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