The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
BBA 2026: Last chance to get your tickets
With only days remaining, secure your seats for the Boat Builder Awards
Michigan tech college receives US$630k to launch marine tech program
The NCMC initiative will support workforce needs in Michigan’s leisure boating sector
Insolvent tobacco boss’s Cape Town-built catamaran heads to auction
Paul de Robillard’s 82ft Salty will go under the hammer this month following tax dispute
ICOMIA releases 2026 boating industry statistics report
Annual reference adds electric engine data for first time as Boats Group returns as strategic partner
Sanlorenzo posts ninth straight quarter of order intake growth
Italian builder confirms its 2026 guidance as robust cash generation strengthens the group’s financial position
Marine Group Boat Works upgrades Mexican facility
New storage and maintenance infrastructure supports recreational boat owners, alongside expanded on-water assistance services
People on the Move this Week
New appointments at BIA Australia, Howden, IMTRA and more
Alewijnse to install electrical systems on French Phenix-class sail cargo ships
The Oceanco Group subsidiary extends partnership with French shipbuilder Piriou
New port on Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island draws maritime tourism
An Thoi Port is emerging as a major draw for maritime experiences, attracting both travellers and the charter companies that serve them
Slovenian builder ramps up production as polyethylene motoroats gain ground abroad
Roto Nautica has launched the air-step Hydra 530 and will debut the Hydra 380 at next year’s boot Düsseldorf
Custom Line launches 11 yachts in one season
Ancona yard delivers seven Navetta and four Saetta models between April and September
Yachting Developments builds its largest sportfisher model yet
48m carbon fibre boat builds on 17 years of sports fisher experience
Abu Dhabi show’s eighth edition set for next week as Gulf tensions ease
TISG’s future ownership still uncertain
UK brokerage buys Network Yacht Brokers (Southwest) Ltd
BBA 2026: Limited tickets remain for Boat Builder Awards
Karver acquires Alphalock business to expand sail-handling range
Seawind Catamarans celebrates strong Annapolis show results
Benetti sells first Oasis 36M superyacht
IMTRA announces leadership and organisational changes
Millikan Boats expands into Canada with electric catamaran deal
Mirava targets European dealer network
Pioneer Yachts unveils interior of PY60 solar-electric catamaran
TISG auction set for November 16 as Azimut-Benetti steps aside
Nautilus Marine Insurance extends NZ coverage to include marine trades
OneWater Marine extends loan agreements to 2029
Miami-Dade County delays key Seaquarium marina development vote
UK regulator sets one-week deadline for AkzoNobel-Axalta merger concerns
Sanlorenzo unveils 1150 Explorer flagship
Former Nautor Swan exec joins Moravia Yachting as commercial director
MasterCraft doubles quarterly sales as Marine Products acquisition pays off
Aquila passes 1,250 catamarans built milestone
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