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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

TISG La Spezia

Baglietto linked with possible acquisition of TISG's La Spezia yard

2026-08-12T11:30:00+01:00

Italian yacht builder is reported to be among potential parties interested in assets of financially troubled The Italian Sea Group

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Yachting NZ, Hospitality NZ launch yacht club support programme

2026-08-12T14:53:00+01:00

The year-long pilot programme is the first of its kind between New Zealand’s sport and hospitality sectors

Brian Goodwin

ABYC promotes Brian Goodwin to standards and compliance VP

2026-08-12T14:18:00+01:00

US recreational boating standards body expands senior leadership

Yamaha 250 SHO

Yamaha announces record-setting revenues and profits in strong first half

2026-08-12T13:03:00+01:00

Engine builder raises full-year guidance despite cost pressures, tariff impacts

SAY Carbon Yachts

SAY Carbon Yachts opens Mallorcan hub

2026-08-12T12:14:00+01:00

The German performance yacht builder has established the year-round base at Puerto Portals to support owners, dealers and prospective customers

Ryds 735 Vi

Ryds Boats partners with Kellox and Erling Sande to expand Nordic reach

2026-08-12T11:51:00+01:00> , By

The Swedish builder has formed a distribution partnership with two Norwegian Peak Invest subsidiaries to strengthen its presence across the region

Sasga Yachts Jordi Ferrer

Sasga Yachts names new sales and marketing director

2026-08-12T11:37:00+01:00

Jordi Ferrer returns to the marine industry to lead company’s global commercial strategy

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Allen Brothers enters third generation of family ownership

2026-08-12T11:30:00+01:00

UK sailing hardware manufacturer appoints Richard Allen managing director

Calvin Clements

Smuggler Marine appoints new operations manager

2026-08-12T11:30:00+01:00

Calvin Clements will oversee factory operations as the NZ builder expands its product range and amphibious vessel lineup

Myers sign

Myers reports strong Q2

2026-08-12T11:30:00+01:00

Higher revenues and profits highlight second quarter earnings for US plastics manufacturer

OneWater Marine web pic

Inventory control leads US dealers to higher margins on lower revenue

2026-08-11T12:30:00+01:00> , By

Two leading US boat retailers reported higher profit margins despite lower revenue in the fiscal third quarter, crediting strict inventory controls for their improved performance

Glynn-Smith-Autograph-Yacht-Group

Autograph Yacht Group strengthens Fort Lauderdale team

2026-08-11T11:30:00+01:00

US brokerage hires former superyacht captain with experience in new-build oversight, refit programmes and large-yacht sales