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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Paris Nautic show set for successful revival
The Paris Boat Show is returning to the French capital in three weeks’ time
Glydus launches Smart Steering, shortlisted for DAME Design Award 2025
The patent-pending system, designed for boats under 90hp, offers zero-feedback steering, minimal maintenance, and plug-and-play retrofit installation
NXT edition of The Superyacht Forum sets agenda for industry growth
The Superyacht Forum NXT at Metstrade will bring together diverse industry and cross-sector perspectives, prioritising audience engagement
Benetti appoints new president of sales for Asia
Angel Zhou will oversee the builder’s commercial, marketing, and customer satisfaction activities across the region
Mixed Q3 for KVH
Sequential revenue growth from the second quarter boosts confidence as the company works toward its year-end goals
Tough Q3 for Cummins
Growing uncertainty across key end markets weighs on US engine builder
Sirena introduces AI-assisted, voice-controlled automation across yacht range
The Turkish builder has partnered with Vanemar and EmpirBus by Garmin to offer AI-driven voice control and intelligent onboard automation as an optional factory feature
Twin Vee revenues up, losses reduced in positive third quarter
US boat builder making progress on return to profitability through cost controls, dealer growth and monetisation of non-core assets
Lalizas Branches Synergy Summit unites global team on Aegina
More than 80 colleagues from 15 countries gathered for the biennial summit, sharing insights on product developments, strategic initiatives, and team support
Floating Life confirms sale of 48m full-custom superyacht
Design of new vessel developed in-house and will be built by Baglietto
Elan returns to boat building with new high-performance cruiser
New model signals the company’s fresh strategy and re-entry into the market, backed by advanced composite engineering and owner-operated bluewater capability
Mulder Design, Flynt Yachts jointly unveil Flynt Revolante 48
People on the Move this Week
Sunseeker International secures new capital injection amid restructuring
Flat revenues, lower profits in challenging Q2 for Suzuki
MasterCraft first-quarter results exceed expectations
Executive appointment at MAN
New Italian yacht brand to have global debut at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Oyster Yachts opens Barcelona service centre
AquaAmp appoints GMA to represent waterproof electronics portfolio in Europe
Viking’s WAVS initiative and Valhalla 55 Sport Yacht recognised at FLIBS
ExploMar to showcase powerful electric outboards at Metstrade
Greek firm to represent Chinese builder in southern Europe
Leviton acquires International Dock Products
Record new-unit marine bookings lift Twin Disc FQ1 sales nearly 10%
Italian outfitter buys four firms to create new shipbuilding hub
Maricell introduces Serie K to advance circular economy in marine composites
Canada axes luxury tax on boats
International Superyacht Society honours Rose Damen
Omaya Yachts enters Australian market with new dealer
Maltese builder unveils new flagship
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