Firecrown, a US-based publisher, has acquired Active Interest Media (AIM)’s Marine Group, expanding Firecrown’s marine portfolio. AIM is a leading enthusiast media company producing magazines alongside consumer and trade events, websites, podcasts, and TV shows. The company operates under five…
Michigan-based boat retailer Action Water Sports (AWS) has acquired a former Tommy’s Boats dealership in Clermont, Florida. AWS, founded in 1990, deals in sports boats including ski and wake, bowrlder and pontoon, from six existing locations in Michigan and Florida….
General Oceans has acquired ocean technology specialists RS Aqua in a move that will strengthen the positions of both companies. General Oceans seeks to make a difference in the world of ocean technology by leveraging the combined knowledge and business…
Electric marine technology firms ZeroJet and Tectrax, both based in New Zealand, have announced their merger, expected to be finalised next month. The merger will see a sharing of expertise in the electric vessel arena, with both brands continuing to…
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has acquired Professional BoatBuilder magazine (ProBoat). IBEX is North America’s marine technology trade show dedicated to advancing the business of boating. Focused on the recreational marine industry, it’s held at Tampa Convention Center,…
Altera Infrastructure has entered into an agreement to sell all its membership interests in Altera Shuttle Tankers (AST) to Maistros Shiptrade, a company affiliated with the Angelicoussis Group. Altera Infrastructure is a leading global energy infrastructure services group primarily focused…
Winch specialist Atlas Winch & Hoist Services Limited has announced the acquisition of its sister company Atlas Winch & Hoist Services (Southern) Ltd. Atlas Winch & Hoist Services Limited, based in Scotland, is a lifting equipment and winch specialist. Founded…
The Fountaine Pajot Group has acquired a majority stake in The Yacht Sales Co. in a move that will see the two leading companies expand their presence in the Asia Pacific region. The Group, which includes Fountaine Pajot Sailing Catamarans,…
Sunseeker International has been acquired by Orienta Capital Partners, which acted as an advisory firm to FARO Alternative Investments, and Lionheart Capital, through a club deal also sponsored by Orienta. Prior to the acquisition, announced at the Fort Lauderdale Boat…
Boluda Towage has acquired Finnish tug company Yxpila Hinaus-Bogsering, driving forward its Scandinavian expansion plans. Boluda Towage, a family-owned company, provides tailored towage and tug services to customers in over 100 worldwide ports. It operates a fleet of over 400…
