The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Bologna court rejects KKCG Maritime challenge to Ferretti
Court dismisses interim relief application over shareholder votes, leaving Ferretti Group’s board and governance arrangements unchanged
São Paulo Boat Show closes 29th edition with more than 800 boats sold
Latin America’s largest nautical event drew its highest attendance in years
Gulfland Marine changes ownership after 29 years
Longstanding owners Craig and Tess step aside as staff member Jay MacDonald and his family take over the New Zealand marine business
Lymington Harbour adds 75kW electric boat charger
New Aqua superPower installation expands The Electric Seaway network, supporting electric leisure craft and commercial vessels along the UK’s south coast
TISG new board reappoints Costantino as CEO
First meeting of new board restructures group’s corporate committees and confirms revised financial calendar
Interview: boot Düsseldorf director on building the boating community
IBI correspondent Mike Derrett caught up with Petros Michelidakis, boot Düsseldorf director of boating and watersports events, during the organisation’s press tour in western France
Pearl Yachts to debut new flagship at FLIBS 2026
The 30m Pearl 100 Hybrid will make its world premiere in Fort Lauderdale, introducing hybrid propulsion to the British yacht builder’s range
Passport Yachts to continue under new leadership
Longtime team members John Albertine and Mike Largesse will maintain yacht construction and brokerage operations following Thom Wagner’s death
Index Marine appoints GMA to expand European sales
The UK cable management specialist has appointed GMA to strengthen customer support and develop new business across Europe
Elvstrøm Sails launches North American operation
New Newport-based distributor will supply the Danish sailmaker’s cruising and performance products across the US and Canada
Three major boating events unite to form USVI Sailing Week 2027
St Thomas, St John and St Croix will combine forces for a new four-day celebration
US electronics manufacturing reshoring neither feasible nor desirable – CTA
Study by US trade group finds cost of reshoring production of electronics could require upwards of US$230bn in capital investment
KM Yachtbuilders turns hull of 10th Bestevaer 53 explorer sailing yacht
Latest Nomad 101 superyacht reaches the water
Yamaha Marine appoints new distributor in Thailand
World Cat names top dealers and sales performers
Monaco yachting turnover reaches €660m
Boat Technica 2026 brings latest innovations to Poland
Oyster Yachts trials low-power Frigomar air conditioning
Sirena Superyachts unveils 42m flagship
Viking plans Polish yard expansion as exports drive growth
Amazon satellite network gains ground in South Africa
Black Pepper Yachts acquired by former client
Twin Vee and USFM revise merger terms
ZAR mini strengthens US presence with Inflatable Boat Pro as importer
Metstrade 2026 offers a glimpse into nuclear propulsion in superyacht sector
Lofrans marks 60 years with Genoa celebration and new facility
Leadership changes at CMP
Cruisers Yachts appoints O Marine as exclusive European distributor
Freedom Boat Club passes 500 memberships in Asia-Pacific
BBA 2026: Who will join the Lifetime Achievement roll of honour?
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