The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Leading CEOs confirmed for IBI Summit 2026: Groupe Beneteau’s Bruno Thivoyon among growing executive lineup
Leading CEOs from across the global marine industry will gather at the upcoming IBI Summit to address the sector’s most pressing challenges and opportunities
XO Boats expands distribution with US and Italy partnerships
The Finnish builder is strengthening its international distribution network with new partners in the United States and Italy as it looks to broaden its presence in key recreational boating markets
boot Düsseldorf 2027 exhibitor registration opens
Messe Düsseldorf has opened exhibitor registration for the event, with water sports sectors able to sign up from May ahead of the show’s return from 23-31 January next year
Viking urges industry input on NOAA Right Whale speed rule review
US builder calls on marine stakeholders to submit public comments by June 2 deadline
Last chance to register for ABYC/USCG risk mitigation webinar
Free virtual event will address risk mitigation for eFoils, defect notification policy, ABYC standards updates, factory visits and advanced driver-assistance systems
Nimbus Group revives heritage naming structure
The Swedish builder is reintroducing classic product names as part of a wider strategy to simplify customer choice across its Nimbus model range
Bulgarian builder plans IPO, opens new production facility
The company aims to raise €3m through a stock market listing to support production expansion, product development and international growth
Vision Marine to trade on TSX Venture Exchange
New listing expected to support capital markets growth strategy for Canadian tech firm
New solar-electric catamaran builder forms in Germany
The company’s first 60ft solar-electric cat will debut at Cannes in September
Ancasta boosts UK brokerage team with Hamble appointment
Yacht specialist strengthens offshore sailing expertise as Harry Lightfoot joins Hamble office and takes on Contest Yachts brand role
Lyman-Morse composites facility approaches completion
US boat builder’s new 15,000ft² composites fabrication and assembly plant on track to open in late summer 2026
Benetti to open Livorno yard to design students for World Boating Day initiative
Italian superyacht builder launches “Connecting Excellences” project and future deck design contest in partnership with leading design academies
Malibu Boats beats FQ3 expectations and lifts fiscal 2026 outlook
Brabus Marine announces all-new Shadow 38 range
Hubbell to acquire NSI Industries for US$3.0bn
Frigomar opens new Italian production facility
Smartgyro grows North American reach through ComMar partnership
SABBEX welcomes new state funding to help promote ‘brand SA’
RMG expands Southern Europe presence with Nauta Dock dealership
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IBI Summit 2026: Navigating M&A opportunities in a transforming boating industry
More Yachts completes restructuring under new ownership
ExploMar opens first international electric boat experience centre in Bangkok
MasterCraft names new GM for Crest and Balise pontoon brands
Teignbridge Propellers announces senior leadership transition
Marine Components International secures EMEA distribution deal for Seascour
Nimbus Group receives first order for military workboats
Brunswick veteran receives 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award
Norwegian hydrogen boat startup declares bankruptcy
Prestige names exclusive Australian dealer ahead of Sanctuary Cove debut
MSYF 2026 launches new think tank initiative to drive Mediterranean growth
Ocean Signal receives 2026 King’s Award for Enterprise
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