The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
Cannes Yachting Festival generates strong sales, draws 56,000 visitors
Last week’s show generated significant business activity, with a large volume of deals concluded and more anticipated
Former Sunseeker CEO rejoins Ferretti Group as advisor
Andrea Frabetti will work alongside new Ferretti CEO Stassi Anastassov
French boating industry pioneer Jean-Pierre Jouët dies
FIN founding president and Paris boat show co-founder played a major role in development of French leisure marine sector
Brunswick reports stronger Cannes orders and Mercury share
Navan wholesale orders exceed 2025 levels as Mercury takes 67% of outboards
TISG narrows field to 11 bidders as sale process enters second phase
The Italian Sea Group moves closer to a potential sale after receiving 11 non-binding offers by the September 15 deadline
66th Genoa International Boat Show charts new industry direction
This year’s event will feature over 1,000 boats from 45 countries, with expanded superyacht displays and a new Blue Arena designed to attract younger audiences
Ventura Yachts appoints new MD for Spain
Former Ferretti Group executive brings two decades of luxury yacht expertise to lead Spanish operations
Yachting Ventures confirms lineup for 2026 Start-Up Pavilion at IBEX
Ten start-ups from around the world will showcase emerging marine technologies at the third annual pavilion in Tampa this October
Solé enters US market with EPA-certified marine gen sets
The company will exhibit at IBEX for the first time as it looks to open new distribution opportunities in North America
Rhéa Marine names exclusive UK distributor
French motoryacht brand to be represented by Universal Yachting
Global industry survey launched to shape future of boat Life Cycle Assessment
ICOMIA, EBI and NMMA seek industry input to establish the first globally aligned Life Cycle Assessment methodology for recreational boats up to 24m
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Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina sold in split acquisition deal
Suntex Marinas has acquired the 459-slip marina facility in South Carolina
Linssen to debut two 45ft models amid market recovery
Centek Marine appoints business development director
US boat dealership files for Chapter 11
Azimut and Assets Group partner for Maldives fleet
BWA Yachting expands network into Latin America
AMYC highlights airport connectivity as key to Marche yachting competitiveness
Pantaenius joins ICOMIA as sustaining member
Austin Parker begins Iconica 80 and 100 production
Suvi targets Nordic growth with five-model Nordic Black range for 2027
Ribcraft and DM8 launch Philippine RHIB venture
TISG receives 15 expressions of interest for full or partial acquisition
BIA counters NSW government move for spot bans on boating activity
Metstrade unveils 2026 content programme
Sunreef unveils intelligent yacht management system at Cannes
ICOMIA invites bids to host 2029 World Marinas Conference
Cantieri di Pisa owner assumes operational leadership
Voly and MB92 integrate Pinpoint Works with The Bridge
Leadership change at Roswell Marine
Haimes Coleman Group appoints aftermarket manager
Erickson Marine appoints chief growth officer
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