The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Fountaine Pajot announces management reshuffle amid revenue and profit decline
The company reshuffles senior management following weaker half-year results and continued investment in product development
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New appointments at Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, Hempel, Tohatsu Italia, Airmar Technology Corporation and more
Alumax Amsterdam opens shipyard in Vietnam
The new Bac Ninh facility will manufacture European-standard aluminium vessels for domestic and export markets using Dutch technology, design and production processes
Autore builds “world’s largest” centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, Huntrex 70
Dubai-based Autore is building what it claims is the world’s largest centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, the Huntrex 70
Marine Components International appointed UK distributor for Hydrotab
Marine Components International (MCI) has been named exclusive UK distributor for Hydrotab, bringing the pneumatic interceptor trim tab system to the UK market for both newbuild and retrofit applications
Yachting Ventures Startup Pitch Competition returns to Metstrade with expanded networking push
The competition will take place on the second day of the show in a lunchtime slot
Remoran Oy appoints Bainbridge International as US distributor
The Finnish cleantech company Remoran Oy has appointed Bainbridge International as its exclusive US distributor for the Remoran Wave 3 hydrogenerator for sailing yachts
Sparfell Group adds yachting to its lifestyle services portfolio
The Swiss aviation group acquires a strategic equity stake in French yacht services company Neo Yachting
Hunyvers secures €5m financing package to support growth strategy
The recreational vehicle and marine distributor refinances existing debt through a phased funding agreement with Vatel Capital
Eminox and Halyard partner on integrated marine exhaust aftertreatment solutions
Emissions specialist Eminox and marine engineering firm Halyard (M&I) Ltd have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on integrated SCR and DPF solutions aimed at helping vessel builders and operators meet tightening emissions regulations, including IMO Tier III and Stage V
Royal Balk Shipyard appoints Niels Lensen as sales director
The Dutch refit specialist has strengthened its commercial team with the appointment of Lensen, who brings more than 30 years of experience across brokerage, yacht management, new build and refit sectors
Metstrade 2026 registration opens with revamped programme and show floor
Visitor registration is now open, with organisers unveiling the first details of an expanded content programme, revised exhibition layout and a broader week of industry events taking place alongside the Amsterdam trade show
ENATA reveals expansion plans amid UAE stability and shifting demand
Acquera Yachting expands Eastern Mediterranean network with Istanbul office
Pogo Structures launches LOXO 30 Open
Lürssen records busiest year for newbuild deliveries
BOAT International unveils BOAT Lounge and BOAT Radio for the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show
Seaver launches yacht range with alternative ownership model
Catalina Yachts set for revival as C & T Composites takes ownership and unveils expansion plans
Caribbean Inclusive Development Programme drives inclusive sailing push in Antigua
Swedish Maritime Administration faces SEK 26m loss after Marell Boats bankruptcy
TYKUN expands production as MED Group opens new Italian shipyard
Northstar RIBs completes Vega Lite tender range using single-stage RTM process
Sunreef Yachts in UAE rides out supply pressures as orders build
Sanlorenzo unveils second 74Steel superyacht Virtuosity
MC-ZERO appoints Chris Baird as CEO
Yanmar reports strong 2025 fiscal year
Luxury Travel & Expeditions restructures superyacht agency operations
Patrick Industries and LCI Industries confirm merger
AIATA expands global dealer network
AkzoNobel adapts nautical sector offer to robust demand for antifouling systems
Henri-Lloyd becomes official teamwear supplier to Rodin Motorsport
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