The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Industry confidence buoyed by Gothenburg Floating Boat Show
Exhibitors report strong leads and growing market confidence at the inaugural event
Neander Marine expands Asian distribution network
New distributor agreements expand availability of the Dtorque 50 diesel outboard across five Southeast Asian markets
New SilverCat dealer for south coast of England
The move expands SilverCat’s UK presence, strengthening distribution for power catamarans in the key coastal market
Bulgarian electric boat builder secures funding for expansion
The investment will support expansion of the company’s R&D and production capacity
Boat builder turns movie maker
Former Riva and Chris Craft investor releases major feature film
BoatUS seeks boater support for abandoned vessel clean-up
Following the removal of some 300 end-of-life boats this year, BoatUS is asking boaters to help locate abandoned and derelict vessels as the programme expands nationwide
Brunswick launches TotalCare bow-to-stern protection for boat owners
The programme offers extensive coverage for boat and engine components, combining simplified pricing with expanded protection benefits
EVAL SA named exclusive AquaAmp distributor in Greece
The Greek supplier will distribute AquaAmp’s full line of marine charging systems
Marine industry’s premier strategic forum convenes tomorrow as sector faces critical crossroads
More than 60 industry leaders gather in London for IBI Summit 2026 to tackle growth challenges in turbulent global marketplace
Parker Boats names new president
The US builder has named a successor to Scott Bauer, promoting its director of finance and product strategy to the role
Princess Genuine parts and accessories store launches
The online portal expands aftermarket support for owners, refit projects and service teams
Mare Forum Istanbul marks 10th edition with focus on shipping and SY sector
This year’s event brought together maritime and superyacht professionals to discuss key challenges for 2026
BRP marks 29% Q1 revenue jump
Webasto appoints new CFO
Sanlorenzo APAC appoints Bluegame representative for Japan
Tohatsu restructures China distribution network
UK brokerage appointed distributor for Quarken Boats
Yamaha taps capital markets through dealer finance-backed offering
French industry association calls for national mobilisation against recreational boat tax
Mood index: EU business, consumer survey results for May
Powerboats USA appointed Manari Yachts dealer for US market
IMM acquires Atlantic Refit Center to establish European operations
Hammer Yachts launches flybridge version of HammerCat 35HH
Iron Boats expands dealer network with SeaBrave Marine appointment
New association launched to represent superyacht designers and naval architects
Baltic Safety Products names David Brown as Country Manager for UK & Ireland
Knight Frank: Superyacht market rebounds as 2025 sales surge
X-Yachts consolidates production activities in Poland as part of broader growth strategy
French boating industry pays tribute to Tibor Sillinger
Leadership transition at SABBEX as founder steps down as chair
Zeelander Yachts sells first US east coast-based Zeelander 8 for 2027 delivery
Asteria project marks milestone for Cape Town superyacht sector
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