The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
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Grand Banks Yachts reports record revenue in FY2026
Singapore-listed builder completes strategic plan for production, sales, marketing, and customer experience
Numarine unveils five interior concepts for new Classic SY line
The 38XPC and 39MXPC models are based on proven long-range platforms
HanseYachts strengthens leadership team
The German builder is reinforcing its management structure following completion of long-term financing
Bellini expands dealer network in Europe and the US
The Italian builder will have three world premieres at Cannes
ABYC reveals dates for 2027 Standards Week
Annual conference to be held from 10-15 January 2027 in San Antonio, Texas
Ardea Yachts to make international debut at Cannes
New Polish builder brings 36ft walk-around focused on space optimisation and sustainable materials to September show
British Marine spotlights training and future talent at SIBS
New training stand, apprentice awards and careers event will highlight routes into and progression within the marine industry
Viper Motores e Barcos founder dies at 76
Daniele Simonini held several industry roles before founding the Brazilian yard in 1997
NauticStar invests US$6m in plant expansion
US builder to create 179 new jobs, increase volumes with upgrades to its North Carolina plant
Malibu delivers strong FQ4, fiscal 2026 results
Legacy brands, Saxdor drive US builder’s fourth-quarter net sales up 43%
Voly buys yacht crew specialist in fourth deal since 2023
Oceanskies joins the UK superyacht software group, bringing total crew administered to more than 10,000
Gulf Craft’s Majesty brand strengthens European presence
Biograd Boat Show expands to meet record 2026 demand
Fire destroys Maxi Dolphin production hall
Yamaha expands Skipperi boat-club model in US
ISA Yachts launches first Viper 130
La Belle Classe Academy introduces nine-week superyacht masterclass
Chinese battery specialist enters electric outboard market
Perth Boat Show set for September
Ferretti cuts 2026 guidance as first-half revenues fall
Flux Marine appoints senior field sales manager
Cape 26 sports boat completes sea trials as SA builder begins export push
New Haven Marinas enters Florida with Scipio Creek acquisition
Vision Marine signs reverse takeover LOI with defence tech firm
Sweden’s Open Yard sets attendance record
Hyke, Aqua superPower to boost electric propulsion on Europe’s waterways
Italy clarifies charter route for non-EU yachts
Blue Water Index opens $2m seed round to bring transparency to boat valuations
West Marine completes Chapter 11 restructuring
Cobrey Yachts prepares two new flybridge models as it seeks investor
Sunseeker financials: IBI comments
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