MB92 La Ciotat, the French superyacht refit yard, has acquired Golfe-Juan shipyard for an undisclosed sum. Golfe-Juan shipyard is a 9,000m² site able to cater for yachts up to 45m, and the acquisition is a significant strategic step for MB92…
British adventure company and marine boat builder Arksen has acquired Kraken Travel, a marine adventure company. New initiative Arksen Adventures has subsequently launched, offering sustainable travel expeditions across the globe. Arksen builds vessels designed for exploration, within its Explorer, Adventure…
First Peninsula Marine is pleased to announce the sale of Polymarine after it was purchased by Anglo Adhesives & Services Ltd. Polymarine, the leading supplier of Adhesives, Cleaners, Paints, spares and accessories for the manufacture, care and repair of inflatable…
Pendennis Shipyard, which operates a custom superyacht build and refit facility in Falmouth, Cornwall, has taken a majority interest in Cornish firm Cockwells Modern & Classic Boatbuilding. Pendennis Shipyard has been operating for over 35 years, employs over 550 tradespeople…
Lloyd’s Register has reached an agreement to acquire maritime training provider Ocean Technologies Group from Oakley Capital to expand its growing services into seafarer training, assessment and career development. UK-based Lloyd’s Register, a global provider of maritime professional services and…
The Rothen Group has acquired Fazeley Mill Marina, near Tamworth in the UK. Civil engineering and waterways contractor specialist The Rothen Group, based in Warwickshire, has purchased the 2.2-acre marina from ABC Leisure Group, which operates numerous inland waterway marinas…
North Technology Group (NTG) has acquired two renowned sailmakers, Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails. Both brands will maintain their unique identities and operate independently, ensuring their legacy and competitive edge remain intact. North Technology Group originated was founded in 1957…
Brittany Ferries is set to assume majority ownership of Condor Ferries, subject to approval by the regulatory authorities in Jersey and Guernsey. Condor Ferries, which operates passenger and freight services between the Poole and Portsmouth, the Channel Islands, and St…
Broom Boats, which has been operating in Norfolk for 125 years, has been bought by the owners of Horning Pleasurecraft, for an undisclosed sum. Broom Boats business was established on the River Yare in 1898 and the Brundall-based business has been serving the local…
Cornish Crabbers, the boatbuilder responsible for the Crabber and Shrimper ranges, has been bought out of voluntary liquidation. A team from brokerage and yacht services firm Blue Lagoon Marine, led by Ben Walker, is the new owner of the Cornish…
