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

Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits

European Central Bank

Mood Index: Economic sentiment, employment expectations rise in both EU and eurozone

2026-07-30T14:30:00+01:00> , By

The Economic Sentiment Indicator rose 1.5 points in July 2026, with employment expectations improving considerably across most sectors

Pontoon boat

Patrick reports 22% marine segment growth in solid Q2

2026-07-30T15:52:00+01:00

Marine segment gains help offset RV sector decreases as US components supplier tightens full-year guidance

Brunswick CEO David Foulkes

Brunswick raises full-year guidance after strong second-quarter performance

2026-07-30T14:27:00+01:00

US marine group reports higher revenue and earnings across all business segments for fourth consecutive quarter

Onewater Marine Austin Singleton

OneWater Marine reports mixed FQ3, “narrows” guidance

2026-07-30T14:07:00+01:00

US boat retailer posts increased profitability despite lower Q3 sales

The new Factory

Turkish equipment manufacturer invests $6.3m to double production capacity

2026-07-30T13:13:00+01:00

Data Hidrolik is expanding its factory by 5,000m² and establishing a new subsidiary focused on after-sales services and spare parts

Barrus Jon Bebb

Barrus names new R&D manager

2026-07-30T13:07:00+01:00

Internal promotion follows the retirement of Phil James after 28 years with the UK engineering and distribution company

Newlyn

New Marine Skills & Resource Centre to strengthen UK maritime workforce

2026-07-30T12:49:00+01:00

Based in Cornwall, the centre will focus on training, recruiting and retaining local workers

ropes

Dutch rope specialist under new ownership

2026-07-30T12:47:00+01:00

Premiumropes founder Jan-Willem Polman is handing over leadership to JanKees Lampe

FBC Cadiz

Freedom Boat Club expands Spanish network with new bases

2026-07-30T11:30:00+01:00

New locations in Cádiz and Mazarrón support wider European growth strategy

Metalships & Docks

Ex-Google CEO to acquire Spanish shipyard

2026-07-30T11:30:00+01:00

Eric Schmidt has reportedly set his sights on Metalships & Docks in Vigo

Saxdor fleet

Correction: US builders double down on innovation

2026-07-30T11:29:00+01:00

An error in the June/July issue incorrectly attributed Axis and Saxdor to MasterCraft Boat Holdings; both are owned by Malibu Boats

FLIBS Family

US consumer and CEO confidence weaken amid economic uncertainty

2026-07-29T14:51:00+01:00

Confidence among US consumers, CEOs sagging in response to continuing trade, geopolitical tensions