The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Brabus partners with AB Yachts to develop co-branded yacht line
The first vessel is scheduled to debut at the 2026 Monaco Yacht Show
Van der Valk Shipyard appoints new CEO
Dutch superyacht builder names Evan Kortmann as chief executive
Cape boat building sector resilient despite xenophobic unrest
South African yards escaped last week’s nationwide anti-immigrant protests with minimal disruption
UK sail training sector records more than 47,000 days at sea
ASTO’s latest impact review highlights the scale of the UK’s sail training sector, with more than 10,600 participants taking part in programmes that also help support the future maritime workforce
Pioneer Yachts launches first PY60 solar-electric catamaran
The German builder’s first 18m solar-electric catamaran enters the water ahead of sea trials and its world debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival
Quantum Marine Stabilizers opens Monaco office
The superyacht stabilisation specialist expands its European footprint with a permanent base in Monaco, supporting clients across the Mediterranean and reinforcing its global service network
Teledyne appoints Michelle Hildyard as general manager of Raymarine and FLIR Marine
The long-serving executive takes responsibility for both marine technology brands after more than 20 years with the business
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US military power meets Iranian resilience – how the Gulf leisure marine industry is coping
IBI’s Middle East correspondent spent last week in the UAE assessing the impact of the conflict on the industry and meeting key industry players
Heesen Yachts creates new technical services and after-sales role
The Dutch superyacht builder has created the integrated leadership position to connect project management and after-sales support across the full yacht lifecycle
D-Marin sold to European private equity firm
CVC Capital Partners has agreed to sell its stake in D-Marin to InfraVia Capital Partners
Videoworks integrates Bang & Olufsen audio systems on Ferretti Custom Line yachts
The Italian AV and IT systems specialist has completed the integration of the audio systems, expanding its long-standing collaboration with both brands
Marina Ibiza retains Blue Star Marina certification
The Spanish marina has retained its five-star status following an audit by IMCI
Superyacht crew survey launched a year after Paige Bell tragedy
Fountaine Pajot announces management reshuffle amid revenue and profit decline
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Alumax Amsterdam opens shipyard in Vietnam
Autore builds “world’s largest” centre console outboard sportsfishing boat, Huntrex 70
Marine Components International appointed UK distributor for Hydrotab
Yachting Ventures Startup Pitch Competition returns to Metstrade with expanded networking push
Remoran Oy appoints Bainbridge International as US distributor
Sparfell Group adds yachting to its lifestyle services portfolio
Hunyvers secures €5m financing package to support growth strategy
Eminox and Halyard partner on integrated marine exhaust aftertreatment solutions
Royal Balk Shipyard appoints Niels Lensen as sales director
Metstrade 2026 registration opens with revamped programme and show floor
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
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