The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: IBI’s A-Z guide to key boat launches
Europe’s largest on-water boat show opens next week with some 700 boats on display, including 150 world premieres
Metstrade targets North American marine businesses
North American Stage and combined pavilions to connect companies with global markets, partners and industry expertise
Enata takes minority stake in Manta Foils
Investment deepens collaboration on electric hydrofoil technology and marine mobility
Antonini Navi sells first XPD95
The 29.9m motoryacht will be built to its owner’s requirements, with delivery planned for summer 2028
SA milestone as Balance Catamarans marks 100th launch
The South African cat builder delivered a Balance 502 at Cape Town’s Royal Cape Yacht Club this week
PE firm acquires Italy’s Amare Group
The deal brings together Amare and Seasmart under MHI Group, creating a multi-product supplier for the yacht and superyacht sector
Grand Boats Australia appoints exclusive Victoria dealer
Australian RIB distributor expands dealer network
Trade Tuesday returns to Southampton show for fourth year
Marine professionals are encouraged to register early to avoid missing out
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at HanseYachts, MDL Marinas, Cantiere Rossini and more
African Boating Conference 2026 nears capacity
Exhibition space for the two-day Cape Town gathering this October is nearly sold out
Metstrade expands superyacht focus
The 2026 event will feature an expanded Superyacht Zone, Refit Clusters and a programme focused on future industry trends
Twin Disc reports record Q4 revenues
Strong Q4 caps positive year for US propulsion systems equipment builder, with overall revenues up 11.9% YoY
Acquera buys majority stake in marine recruitment firm
Rapsody Yachts debuts R35 V-Foil at In-Water HISWA
Aschenez Group appoints executive VP of sales & marketing
Fairline strengthens Mediterranean presence with new Italian dealer
Tohatsu to take over Achilles distribution in US, Canada
Absolute Yachts names new CEO
Bay Rider Boats expands dealer network in Florida
South African marine suppliers partner to boost decking supply
Sunseeker launches Sunseeker Europe
In-Water HISWA awards: Winners revealed
Mood Index: EU business and consumer survey results for August
Dometic Marine expands with new Italian manufacturing facility
Norway’s largest boat show delivers mixed market signals
Australian tender builder names first European dealer
Cantiere Rossini announces leadership transition
Ray Bryant Marine sold to new owners
Myers Industries sells tire supply business for US$30m
Russian electric USV begins sea trials
Yanmar consolidates Vietnamese operations, including boat building
TISG reports overdue debts exceeding €270m in latest financial disclosure
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