Acquisitions and expansions in the news this week Acquisitions and expansions in the news this week A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has opened a call for proposals for its biennial SUR/TECH conference, scheduled for March 23-24. by Peter Rendle Posted 29 Oct 09:00 PDT American Boating Leadership Summit American Boating Leadership Summit Save the date for Sept. 28-29, 2027 NMMA will host a new gathering of recreational boating industry leaders in the nation's capital next fall. The American Boating Leadership Summit is set for Sept. 28-29, 2027, in Washington, D.C. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 29 Oct 08:58 PDT Acquera Yachting strengthens Caribbean presence Acquera Yachting strengthens Caribbean presence Anchor Point Logistics joins network in Saint Kitts and Nevis Acquera Yachting opens a new office in Saint Kitts and Nevis, bringing its Caribbean network to nine destinations. by Acquera Posted 29 Oct 07:04 PDT Winners of the 2026 ISS Design Awards Winners of the 2026 ISS Design Awards This year's gala marked the 36th anniversary of the International Superyacht Society. The International Superyacht Society (ISS), the global voice of the large yacht industry, is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 ISS Design & Leadership Awards. by International Superyacht Society Posted 29 Oct 06:35 PDT Pier 41 Marine receives Barlett dealer recognition Pier 41 Marine receives Barlett dealer recognition Award recognizes a dealer that demonstrates excellence in customer satisfaction Pier 41 Marine has been named the recipient of the Model Year 2026 Barletta Great Award, the highest dealer honor presented annually by Barletta Boats. by Barletta Boats Posted 29 Oct 05:44 PDT McConaghy GT86 - Dawn of a new era McConaghy GT86 - Dawn of a new era Long-range capability. Expansive luxury. Unmistakable presence. Nearly two years in the making, the McConaghy GT86 brings together superyacht inspired living, long-range capability and high-speed performance in a distinctive 25.54-metre power catamaran. by McConaghy Boats Posted 29 Oct 01:39 PDT Brunswick extends Major League Fishing sponsorship Brunswick extends Major League Fishing sponsorship Mercury Marine and Lowrance have supported MLF since 2011 Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today announced a three-year extension of its longstanding sponsorship agreement with Major League Fishing (MLF), the world's largest tournament-fishing organization. by Mercury Marine Posted 28 Oct 15:27 PDT Simrad Radars Introducing Navigation Aid Feature Simrad Radars Introducing Navigation Aid Feature The new feature automatically overlays navigational aid icons directly within the radar application Simrad Marine Electronics, a leader in marine electronics and navigation, today introduced a new Navigation Aid feature across the full range of Simrad® recreational HALO® radars, as well as B&G® radar systems. by Simrad Posted 28 Oct 06:28 PDT Outdoor Network acquires NauticStar Boats Outdoor Network acquires NauticStar Boats Expanding into boat manufacturing with new North Carolina facility Outdoor Network (ODN), a leading organization in the marine and powersports industries, is pleased to announce its August 2026 acquisition of NauticStar Boats through its manufacturing division, Boater's World Manufacturing Group, LLC (BWMG). by Nauticstar Posted 28 Oct 06:27 PDT 2026 Sportfishing Summit 2026 Sportfishing Summit ASA Summit brings sportfishing industry together in South Alabama Last week, almost 200 leaders from across the sportfishing industry joined ASA in Point Clear, Alabama for the 2026 Sportfishing Summit. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 27 Oct 12:17 PDT Northern Lights announces Tonissi Mari partnership Northern Lights announces Tonissi Mari partnership Distribution for Italy, Greece, Turkey Partnership expands access to Northern Lights generators, Technicold air conditioning and refrigeration, and Lugger propulsion engines across key Mediterranean and Southeastern European markets. by Northern Lights Posted 27 Oct 08:50 PDT What If Your Racecourse Could Move With the Wind? What If Your Racecourse Could Move With the Wind? Every Race Committee knows the problem. You set the course. The wind shifts. Every Race Committee knows the problem. You set the course. The wind shifts. And suddenly the racecourse you carefully established isn't the racecourse you intended. by MarkSetBot Posted 27 Oct 07:46 PDT NOAA Fisheries to convene workshops NOAA Fisheries to convene workshops On advancing technology to reduce whale collisions NOAA Fisheries, in collaboration with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and maritime industry partners, is convening a series of workshops building on the 2024 North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Risk Reduction Technology Workshop. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 27 Oct 06:45 PDT A+T Instruments HFD5 A+T Instruments HFD5 The latest addition to A+T Instruments full colour display range The HFD5 is the latest addition to A+T Instruments full colour display range. Designed as a drop-in upgrade for the discontinued B&G H5000 Graphic Display, the HFD5 fits directly into the existing H5000 display cut-out and mounting arrangement. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Oct 05:30 PDT Southern Africa's untapped cruising potential Southern Africa's untapped cruising potential A new frontier for the global superyacht industry Southern Africa has the natural beauty, extraordinary marine biodiversity, cultural diversity and sense of adventure to become one of the world's most compelling superyacht cruising destinations. by African Boating Conference Posted 27 Oct 00:07 PDT Shortlist for DAME Design Awards 2026 Shortlist for DAME Design Awards 2026 Winners will be announced during the Official Opening on the first day of the show A total of 153 products originating from 30 countries across the globe sets yet another new record for this globally recognised benchmark of marine equipment design quality. by Metstrade Posted 26 Oct 09:52 PDT GT60 Sea Trials, Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale Lineup GT60 Sea Trials, Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale Lineup The GT60 will be showcased at Pier Sixty-Six, Dock B alongside the Palm Beach 70 The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 28–November 1, brings an exciting addition to our lineup: the opportunity to step aboard the Palm Beach GT60 for an exclusive sea trial. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 26 Oct 07:30 PDT Yacht Racing Forum: One month to go Yacht Racing Forum: One month to go Set to reassemble the international sailing industry once again In a month, the Yacht Racing Forum will bring together leading figures from across the international sailing and yacht racing industry for two days of conferences, debate, networking and business. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 25 Oct 08:09 PDT Benetti strengthens its presence in the U.S. Benetti strengthens its presence in the U.S. Presenting the new Oasis 36m Project to the American market Benetti's offices at Pier Sixty-Six confirm their role as the strategic hub for the Shipyard's development in the American market. by Benetti Posted 25 Oct 07:54 PDT Absolute Yachts expands dealer network Absolute Yachts expands dealer network New partnerships strengthen the Italian shipyard's presence across key international markets Absolute Yachts, the Italian yacht builder specializing in luxury yacht construction and renowned for its innovative design, advanced technology and exceptional onboard comfort, continues to expand international dealer network through new partnerships. by Absolute Yachts Posted 24 Oct 03:53 PDT