The latest news from around the world on mergers, acquisitions and exits across all sectors of the boating industry.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Exits
New Ferretti Group CEO outlines vision for market growth
Nine days into his role, Stassi Anastassov shared his strategy at the Venice Boat Show, targeting new wealth creators while balancing artistry, technology, and Italian heritage
Princess Yachts reports strong start to 2026 as new model programme accelerates
The company builds on its 2025 turnaround with rising production momentum and multiple new models advancing toward launch milestones
Gtechniq strengthens marine focus with three key appointments
Ceramic coating specialist expands marketing and product teams as it targets further growth in marine and international markets
Swedish boat builder declared bankrupt
Marell Boats collapses after financial difficulties tied to Norwegian police contracts
Acquera Yachting Albania appoints new MD
Elton Barjami joins the company as it strengthens its presence across the Adriatic and responds to growing demand in the region
Vitters Shipyard builds 63m ‘next generation performance cruiser’
Six months after keel laying, the aluminium structure of Project Dreamer is rapidly coming together
TISG announces return to full operations despite fiscal position
Plans to attend 2026 Monaco Yacht Show also confirmed
Mag Bay Yachts expands Florida sales team with two key hires
Mike Schmitt and Kandace Chewning bring sportfishing and yachting expertise to support the builder’s expansion
IBEX and Metstrade launch programme to help international brands enter $230bn US marine market
The new initiative targets overseas marine companies seeking access to the US recreational boating sector
Archipelago Yachts secures second order for 80ft explorer yacht
British builder advances flagship explorer series and brings the interior design fully in-house for the project
TISG shares plunge as losses push capital below legal minimum
The Italian Sea Group’s stock collapsed late last week following disclosure that debt-related losses had driven its share capital beneath the legally required threshold
Venice Boat Show opens seventh edition at historic Arsenale
The marine industry gathered at Venice’s Arsenale today as the 7th Salone Nautico launched with 300 vessels on display
Freedom Marine Vancouver team strengthened as Don Ross joins sales team
Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support Africa’s expanding cruising sector
Economic uncertainty reflected in boat sales at Finland’s Naantali Boat Show
Big success for SCIBS 2026 with over 40,000 visitors
IBI Summit 2026 unveils exclusive fireside chat with Groupe Beneteau CFO
TEMO·450 rated “highly repairable” in voluntary sustainability index
Bermuda expands its Coastguard operations with opening of second base
Vision Marine outlines operational initiatives across Nautical Ventures platform
Azimut Yachts and JHSF launch Seadeck fleet experience for Fasano Sardegna debut
Nimbus Group appoints Mikael Mårtensson as CFO
Bryton Marine Group named among Canada’s Best Managed Companies for ninth year
Veleria San Giorgio contributes to award-winning Kanguro life-saving device project
UAE strengthens shipbuilding capability with formation of new consortium
Horizon Yachts holds global premiere of new Lexus LY680
Forte Yachts strengthens international network with Adaly Yacht
Southern Wind launches sixth SW96 hull in Cape Town
EU Commission publishes guidance on recreational craft customs and VAT
ExploMar expands into France with SAS Opensea
Gemini Marine exports rescue RIBs to flood-hit Queensland
Catana appoints Australian distributor for Bali and YOT brands
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