Nakashima Marine Propulsion Ltd, a global leader in marine propeller technology, has acquired the United Kingdom operations of Michigan Wheel, a leading manufacturer of marine propulsion equipment. Michigan Wheel was established in 1904 and manufactures and distributes high quality and…
Lalizas, which manufactures marine safety equipment, has acquired Ativa Nautica, the Brazilian-based lifejacket manufacturer, continuing its expansion across the Americas. Ativa Náutica is Brazil’s largest manufacturer of lifejackets and buoyancy aids, offering safe and reliable rescue equipment for work, leisure,…
The Red Bull Italy SailGP Team has been acquired by a consortium of investors and sports industry leaders, led by Muse Capital founding partner, Assia Grazioli Venier, and luxury brand entrepreneur, Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo. The new ownership group…
ABB has acquired BrightLoop, a French innovator in advanced power electronics, in a bid to accelerate its electrification strategy in industrial mobility and marine propulsion. The acquisition will expand ABB’s capabilities in delivering compact, rugged, and intelligent power conversion systems…
Boat accessory specialist Opacmare has acquired marine engineering company Pin-Craft in a strategic move to broaden its product range. Opacmare was launched in 1995 to manufacture and supply yacht and superyacht components and boat accessories from its HQ in Rivalta…
Sunpower Yachts International has acquired Alva Yachts, strengthening Sunpower Yachts’ position in the solar electric yacht industry. Sunpower Yachts International was founded in 2018 and is a global leader in luxury solar-electric yachts, pioneering eco-friendly, self-sufficient vessels. Series include the…
GTT has signed an agreement with the European investment fund Verdane to acquire Danelec, a leading provider of advanced digital solutions for maritime data collection and analysis. GTT, based in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, France, is an engineering company specialising in marine containment…
Yacht manufacturer Catalina Yachts and sister company True North Yachts have been acquired by Michael Reardon, founder and CEO of Daedalus Yachts, marking a union of two well-respected US brands. Catalina Yachts was founded by Frank Butler in 1970 in…
Offshore wind specialists Havfram has been acquired by Norwegian DEME, expanding DEME’s presence in the offshore wind energy market and strengthening its competitive positioning in turbine and foundation installations. The transaction is valued at approximately €900 million euros and was…
ACQ Group, the yacht services agency, has acquired YachtMind, specialists in AI innovations for superyacht crew and shore professionals, further strengthening ACQ Group’s position as a leader in innovation and operational excellence within the yachting industry. As part of the…
