The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Revenues, profits climb for BRP in 2026 Q4, full-year earnings
Higher Q4 Sea-Doo watercraft sales contribute to 16% Q4 jump in net revenues
Barcelona International Boat Show to have largest and most diverse fleet to date
Event will include new areas for marinas, diving, water sports and a water trials area
Ferretti Group’s Convergence 2026 hailed a ‘resounding success’
High turnout marks 19th Convergence focused on Ferretti Group’s production hubs in Ravenna and Ancona
Patrick Industries debuts digital design studio
First-of-its-kind digital design studio aims to deliver full scale prototyping for marine, RV and powersports industries
Cox Marine names French distributor
LB Tender Mechanics appointed exclusive distributor of British diesel outboards for France and Corsica
Durban, Navigo consolidate £85.5m superyacht investment plan
South Africa’s eThekwini Municipality presented an LOI to Navigo at YARE in Italy
Solar-electric boat builder boosts production as flagship sparks global sales
Lasai Yachts identifies Austria, Switzerland, and Germany as its primary foreign markets
Barrus appoints commercial manager for Marine Division
Area sales manager Lee Allen steps into broader commercial role, focusing on driving strategy and strengthening partnerships
Pettit Paint, Palinal forge strategic alliance across the Americas
The partnership between US-based Pettit Paint and Italian coatings specialist Palinal aims to accelerate growth in the marine topcoat market
Bali Catamarans launches new flagship
The Bali 7.0 is the French yard’s largest and most luxurious model to date
Higher Q2 revenues, profits for Winnebago
Boat segment revenues down 3% YoY as marine operating income drops by 22%
Palma port changes raise concerns among local yachting businesses
Contractors and service providers warn that infrastructure and access issues could push winter activity towards mainland Spain
Nautor Swan begins construction of first aluminium yacht
Uflex named official Italian distributor for EGIS Mobile Electric
Azimut-Benetti Group announces major expansion in Brazil
DiMillo’s expands into Connecticut with acquisition of Old Lyme Marina
Ratcliffe to sue Ainslie over return of yacht used in 37th America’s Cup
Berkshire Hathaway buys 2.5% stake in superyacht insurer
Neel Trimarans secures court-approved takeover by three-member investor team
Brunswick makes list of Most Innovative Companies for 2026
Squircle Capital takes full ownership of MB92 Group
Argentine boat builder enters European market
AIATA partners with Nautical Ventures to expand US presence
Shadow-Caster appoints Finnish distributor
New Vetus Center in South of France
Osculati partners with EGIS Mobile Electric to enhance onboard energy solutions
Stockholm boat show proves valuable for Finnish boat manufacturers
Omaya Yachts expands Middle East presence
DF Capital reports record-breaking 2025 performance
Colombian industry body joins ICOMIA
Windy Scandinavia appoints official Australian dealership
Suzuki GB and Republic of Ireland announces managing director transition




















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