The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Sunseeker confirms ownership plans and appoints interim CEO
Previous COO Steve Timms named as interim CEO
Lenco, Albemarle Boats ink supply deal
Lenco’s Pro Control trim tab system will be featured across a range of Albemarle offshore fishing boats from 27ft-53ft
Ferretti board divided over latest KKCG tender offer
The shareholding battle between Weichai and KKCG intensifies as divisions emerge
2026 Sanya Boat Festival to strengthen global yachting connections
The festival will showcase 200 yachts, 15 China premieres, six superyachts over 80ft, and top global and Chinese brands
Lofrans inaugurates new state-of-the-art facility in Milan
The move to Cambiago marks a major step for the Italian windlass specialist, offering more space and streamlined production
UK marina operator buys Dart Marina Group
The acquisition includes Dart Marina, Dart Marina Hotel, and the Dartmouth Higher Ferry
Zero USV expands unmanned surface vessel range with new 17m model
MD Mathew Ratsey shared his journey into the USV sector with IBI at last month’s Oceanology Exhibition in London
Spain sees significant growth in new boat registrations for Q1
Spanish registrations surged in the first quarter of 2026, with Catalonia outpacing the national trend
Tide Craft Boats signs OEM partnership with Dometic
Agreement expands integration of premium onboard systems across model range to enhance functionality and user experience
Rand Boats resumes operations following bankruptcy and restructuring
The Danish builder has confirmed three new models for 2026
Dutch superyacht yard celebrates leadership transition
Feadship’s Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw subsidiary is under new management
Candela names new CEO
Sofia Graflund steps into the leadership role, succeeding Gustav Hasselskog, as the Swedish builder enters its next phase of growth
Singapore Yachting Festival joins IFBSO
Okean Group to showcase full Ferretti Yachts fleet at 2026 Rio Boat Show
Winners of the AFBE 2025-2026 Awards for electric boating revealed
Maritimo expands presence in Southeast Asia with new dealer agreement
International Multihull Show 2026 to be most ambitious edition yet
Ancasta under new ownership as founder sells majority stake
2026 Yacht Style Awards: Categories finalised, nominees announced ahead of Singapore gala dinner
Finnish firm tackles hurdles to expand electric PWC sales in Europe
Italian HVAC specialist appoints exclusive Australian distributor
Ocean Alexander honours Scott Roberton at 2025 Sales Recognition Dinner
Off The Hook Yachts signs purchase agreement for Bellhart Marine
TEMO updates UK pricing and distribution strategy for 2026
Late entries increase number of 38th America’s Cup participating teams
Bahrain enforces nightly curfew on leisure and fishing vessel movements
US brokerage acquires selected J Brothers Yacht Sales assets
Sanlorenzo appoints CEO of Nautor Swan and Bluegame
2026 Southeast Asia Yachting Conference unveils official program
Brunswick makes Newsweek’s 2026 Most Trustworthy Companies list
Lessons from the oil crisis of 1973
Teledyne Marine announces leadership change
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