The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Bimini concerned about declining boat traffic linked to increased fees
The Bahamas is reviewing its 2025 boating fee hike amid concerns over its impact on the tourism economy
Swedish sailboat producer enters Asian market
Linjett Yachts has formed an exclusive partnership with Caicraft Ltd for Japan, South Korea and Taiwan
French Electric Boat Association elects new president
Leadership change comes as industry focuses on electrification, regulation and market development across leisure and professional segments
Aquila names exclusive sailboat dealer in Australia and NZ
The partnership will launch with the regional debut of the 50 Sail at SCIBS
Heesen Yachts’ US representative steps down, successor named
Thom Conboy is leaving after more than 20 years as the Dutch yard’s representative in the Americas
Southern Spars appoints head of research and development
Uli Sommerlatt is a qualified naval architect with a professional background in marine and watersports
New event places Nice firmly on the sustainable boating roadmap
Nice Boating Tomorrow features 80+ exhibitors, a forum, and a wide range of activities
Candela raises €30m amid soaring oil prices, production in good speed
The funding round brings total capital raised to €129m, establishing the company as the world’s best-funded electric vessel manufacturer
MasterCraft grows Texas dealer network
Watersports towboat builder strengthens south central US footprint
Henri-Lloyd named official clothing supplier to UK sailing school
UK firm to supply Prometheus Sailing with technical apparel and rebrand key race events
2025 Newport show generates $22.5m economic impact
The event drew 30,000 attendees, creating $78m in boat sales and $2.9m in tax revenue for Rhode Island
Protector Boats expands European reach with new strategic partners
PB Europe appoints Quay.JE and Watersportscentrum to strengthen presence in leisure and commercial maritime sectors
Middle East Update: Gulf industry faces challenges following DIBS delay
Metstrade 2026 sees record demand, organiser unveils new plans
YARE concludes with 2,600 meetings and 600 guests at three-day refit event
Zipwake appoints new CEO
Yanmar Marine makes key executive appointment
Stockholm show wraps up amid challenges and ownership transition
Leadership change at Brunswick
Date set for the IBI Summit 2026: Uniting industry leaders for a second edition
Bering Yachts launches second explorer model of the year
Seaward Automation selects Savvy Navvy for chart integration on Command platform
New Zealand’s biggest boat show closes with strong engagement
TISG seeks protection for creditors through negotiated settlement procedure
French nautical industry mourns loss of long-time contributor
Morbern Europe appoints marine sales manager
Improved prospects for Europe’s largest aluminium boat producer
ABB, Oceanco sign deal for advanced electric propulsion on two superyachts
French shipyard expands operations with new facility
Ferretti advisor deems KKCG tender share offer ‘unattractive’
Italian RIB brand relaunches under new ownership
U-Boat Worx completes sea trials of high-speed Super Sub
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