The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Catana Group reports improved order intake but revenue falls 18% in 2025-26
Four new models are planned under its 2030 strategy after a second year of falling boat sales
AkzoNobel and Axalta name merged coatings business Axanzo
The planned merger will create a global coatings group with around 100 brands across more than 160 countries
Five mainland Chinese yachts to mark Hong Kong scheme launch
New rules will allow mainland-registered yachts to navigate Hong Kong waters and use designated berthing areas
Electric WaterCraft Forum unveils eight-boat lineup
The event in Maine, US, will showcase electric propulsion systems through on-water demonstrations and interactive displays
Patrick Industries-LCI merger faces extended US antitrust review
DOJ information request extends regulatory review of proposed merger between two major marine and RV component suppliers
South African cat builder unveils new model amid strong US demand
Vision Yachts prepares to deliver its first Vision 484 to the US ahead of its American debut in 2027
Newport boat show reports strong attendance at 55th event
New Fishing Village, product launches and training sessions featured at four-day event in Rhode Island
Rolls-Royce and MAKEEN agree Saudi engine production deal
The licence agreement gives MAKEEN rights to manufacture and assemble mtu Series 2000 marine engines locally
Harmonised EU boatbuilding standards could reduce industry costs
Proposed EU reforms aim to make standards more accessible, speed up development and reduce compliance costs for marine businesses
Lionel Messi orders Sunreef Ultima 88 catamaran
UAE-built yacht will join MiM Ocean fleet as Sunreef expands production in Ras Al Khaimah
Lehmann Marine opens new automated production line in Greece
The company has opened an automated battery production line in Greece, boosting capacity for maritime energy storage systems
Mercury Marine to receive state grant to train workers in AI
Wisconsin manufacturer receives US$330,000 to train more than 1,200 employees and 65 new hires in artificial intelligence
Fountaine Pajot forms Greek joint venture with Atalanta Marine
Freedom Boat Club signs Melbourne franchise
Boats Group appoints OpenAI executive Brandon McGraw to board
Princess Yachts to premiere C48 and X90 at FLIBS
NMMA launches new Dallas boat show
Ocean Marketing announces leadership changes
Williams and Evene to debut tenders at Fort Lauderdale show
Denison Yachting announces new president
Free registration for Metstrade closes soon
São Paulo Boat Show closes 29th edition with more than 800 boats sold
Gulfland Marine changes ownership after 29 years
Lymington Harbour adds 75kW electric boat charger
TISG new board reappoints Costantino as CEO
Interview: boot Düsseldorf director on building the boating community
Pearl Yachts to debut new flagship at FLIBS 2026
Passport Yachts to continue under new leadership
Index Marine appoints GMA to expand European sales
Elvstrøm Sails launches North American operation
Bologna court rejects KKCG Maritime challenge to Ferretti
Three major boating events unite to form USVI Sailing Week 2027
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