Boats Group and Galati Yacht Sales Continue Longstanding Relationship with a Focus on Innovation and Growth

MIAMI, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Boats Group, the technology company behind the world's leading online boating marketplaces, and Galati Yacht Sales, the largest family-founded and employee-owned yacht dealership in the world, today announced the continuation of a relationship spanning more than two decades, with an expanded focus on reaching more boat buyers and working together to create new opportunities across the boat-buying journey.

As the marine industry continues to evolve, both companies have made significant investments in technology, data, and digital tools designed to better understand and serve today's boating consumer. The renewed relationship recognizes the value each organization brings to the market while allowing both companies to continue pursuing their respective growth strategies.

Regular collaboration between the teams will provide opportunities to share perspectives on evolving consumer preferences and market trends, provide feedback on new tools and capabilities, and identify new ways to improve the experience for buyers and sellers.

"We've spent a great deal of time evaluating where the industry is headed and how Galati Yacht Sales should continue evolving with it," said Carmine Galati of Galati Yacht Sales. "For us, that means owning and understanding our data, investing in our technology and customer relationships, and working with strong industry partners that complement those investments. Our partnership with Boats Group goes beyond any one product or platform. It brings together our market knowledge with their reach, tools, and a team willing to listen, collaborate, and respond to what we're seeing in the market. That's what makes this partnership valuable."

That collaboration also brings together two distinct views of the boat-buying journey. Boats Group provides Galati Yacht Sales with deeper visibility into consumer demand and how shoppers search, research, and engage across the market, while Galati Yacht Sales brings direct insight from its relationships and transactions with buyers and sellers. Together, those perspectives create a more complete view of market dynamics and the evolving needs of today's boat buyers.

"Galati Yacht Sales is a proven innovator and industry leader, and we are excited to expand upon our decades-long relationship," said Patrick Kolek, CEO of Boats Group. "As market dynamics shift, forward-thinking partners recognize that combining their operational excellence with our unmatched reach and data capabilities creates a distinct competitive advantage. The best partnerships deliver mutual value, and we look forward to continuing to raise the bar for the boat-buying experience together."

After more than 20 years of working together, the renewed collaboration reflects a shared commitment to continuing to evolve alongside the industry to create greater value for both organizations and the boaters they serve.

About Boats Group

Boats Group operates the world's leading online marketplaces for buying and selling boats, including Boat Trader, YachtWorld, and boats.com. With a global audience of millions of boat buyers, Boats Group provides data-driven marketing solutions, technology, financing services, and industry insights that help OEMs, dealers, and brokers connect with consumers throughout the boat-buying journey.

About Galati Yacht Sales

With more than 55 years of experience and a long-standing reputation built on trust, relationships, and results, Galati Yacht Sales continues to invest in the future of the industry. As an employee-owned company (ESOP), this commitment extends across the entire organization—aligning innovation, accountability, and long-term value for clients at every level.

Founded in 1970 by the Galati family, Galati Yacht Sales operates 14 locations across Florida, Alabama, Texas, California, Mexico, and Costa Rica, including four yacht service yards. The company is the largest employee-owned yacht dealership in the world and, after winning Dealer of the Year twice, is one of only six firms inducted into the Boating Industry's Top 100 Hall of Fame. GYS represents leading brands including Viking, Valhalla, Princess, Prestige, MJM, and Absolute Yachts, and offers new, pre-owned, and brokerage vessels backed by award-winning support. More Information: www.galatiyachts.com

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SOURCE Boats Group