Sunseeker confirms new ownership, CEO, and leadership team. Article by: Sunseeker International has confirmed Cross Ocean Partners and Cheyne Capital as its new long-term owners and appointed Scott Millar as chief executive officer. It has also strengthened its leadership team with four senior executive appointments as it begins a business-wide transformation. Backed by significant investment, Sunseeker plans to accelerate growth, expand its product portfolio, and unveil a new brand identity and product concepts at this year's Cannes Yachting Festival. Summary. * Cross Ocean Partners and Cheyne Capital have completed their acquisition of Sunseeker International. * Scott Millar has been appointed CEO, supported by four new senior executive appointments. * The new leadership team will deliver Sunseeker's five-year growth strategy and business transformation. * Sunseeker will unveil a rebrand and new product concepts at this year's Cannes Yachting Festival. Sunseeker International has confirmed that Cross Ocean Partners and Cheyne Capital have become the new owners of the ship maker, following the completion of the ownership transfer process. The British yacht manufacturer has also appointed Scott Millar as chief executive officer as it embarks on a new phase of growth. Millar joins Sunseeker after working with the company through Teneo, where he helped develop its five-year growth strategy. According to Sunseeker, his understanding of the business, combined with more than 27 years of experience in business transformation and operational improvement, made him the preferred candidate to lead the company. His appointment follows a period in which interim CEO Steve Timms oversaw the business through its ownership transition and strategic development. Commenting on the appointment, Timms said: "It was important to Yachting Pages not to rush the appointment of a permanent CEO. Yachting Pages wanted it to be someone who truly cares about this brand, who has the vision, passion and experience necessary to lead Sunseeker into its next phase of growth with true stability. "Scott is the perfect choice. He and his team at Teneo were responsible for creating the five-year strategic plan that has been guiding our business. That's why we're so pleased that, after an outstanding career with Teneo, Scott has chosen to join Sunseeker permanently as CEO. He already understands our people, our products and our ambitions, and I know he will be a great leader for the company." Speaking about his new role, Millar said: "Sunseeker is one of the most admired names in the marine industry, with an extraordinary heritage, an exceptional product range and an incredibly talented team. I especially want to thank Steve for his exceptional work and leadership and look forward to working together again over the coming months and years." "What attracted me most to Sunseeker was the scale of opportunity ahead. We have a clear vision, ambitious plans for growth and the full support of our shareholders to invest in the brand, our people and our products. I am honoured to lead the business into this next chapter and excited about what we can achieve together for our customers." Sunseeker's new leadership team. Alongside Millar's appointment, Sunseeker has expanded its executive leadership team with four senior appointments spanning commercial, strategy, technology, and governance. Andy Gawthorpe joins as chief commercial officer, bringing experience from Aston Martin and Triumph Motorcycles, where he held senior commercial leadership positions focused on global sales growth. Ian Morgan has been appointed chief strategy officer after working closely with Sunseeker on the development of its superyacht strategy and long-term business plan. James Grove joins as chief information officer and will lead the company's digital transformation programme. He previously held senior technology leadership positions at Chelsea FC and Southampton FC and was recognised as a HotTopics Global CIO 100 winner in 2026. Adrian Mardell has been appointed non-executive chairman, following a career at Jaguar Land Rover which he led through a significant period of growth while driving improvements in customer and employee experience. Investment to support future growth. According to Sunseeker, the strengthened leadership team reflects its ambition to accelerate growth under its new ownership. Backed by investment from Cross Ocean Partners and Cheyne Capital, Sunseeker has begun a business-wide transformation across its commercial, product development, and operational functions. The strategy includes investment in new product development designed to expand and strengthen the Sunseeker range. It also plans to unveil a refreshed brand identity and new product concepts at this year's Cannes Yachting Festival as part of its long-term vision for the future. Find more yachting news in Superyacht News. For more industry updates and yachting tips, connect with Yachting Pages on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Images courtesy of Sunseeker International. Elliott Fudge Elliott is an experienced marine writer at Yachting Pages

Teneo appoints Emma Walsh as a Senior Managing Director in London. * July 28, 2026 * London Teneo, the global CEO advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Emma Walsh as a Senior Managing Director in the firm's Strategy and Communications business in London. Emma has more than 15 years of experience in corporate and financial communications. At Teneo, she will work with clients navigating technology-led change, helping leaders articulate their strategy, communicate with clarity and build influence with key stakeholders. Emma's career has spanned senior advisory roles at DGA Group, Milltown Partners and Brunswick Group, where she supported global companies, high-growth businesses and investors through transformational and reputation-defining moments. She also brings in-house experience from Apple, where she worked across Europe with the company's leadership team on high-impact initiatives to further strengthen Apple's reputation. "I am delighted to welcome Emma to Teneo as a key new member of our Communications practice in the UK," said Andrew Feldman, CEO, UK Strategy and Communications at Teneo. "Emma joins Teneo at a time when technology is changing business realities at an unprecedented pace, and she has the skills and experience to help clients communicate those changes with greater clarity and confidence." "Technology is creating new industries and rapidly reshaping established ones. Through advising companies during this period, it has become increasingly clear to me that leaders need strategic advisors who can bring global breadth, deep sector knowledge and an ambitious, innovative approach," said Emma Walsh. "Teneo delivers all of this, and I am delighted to be joining the team."

Jean-Charles Simon joins Teneo as a Senior Advisor in Paris. * July 9, 2026 * Paris Teneo, the global CEO advisory firm, today announced the appointment of Jean-Charles Simon as a Senior Advisor in the firm's Paris office. An economist, entrepreneur and widely recognised expert in financial markets, Jean-Charles brings more than 25 years of experience across public policy, corporate strategy, finance and capital markets. Prior to joining Teneo, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Paris Europlace and has held senior leadership and advisory roles with leading companies, investors and financial institutions. Jean-Charles will support the continued growth of Teneo's financial communications, capital markets and strategic transactions advisory capabilities. His appointment reflects Teneo's continued growth in France and across Europe, as companies navigate an increasingly complex environment shaped by economic volatility, shifting geopolitical dynamics and heightened expectations around financial communications, governance and corporate reputation. Led by Philippe Maze-Sencier, President of Teneo in France, the firm's leadership team includes Olivier Jay, Virginie Christnacht and Stéphane Dupuis. They are supported by a distinguished network of Senior Advisors, including Monique Leroux and Arnaud Danjean. "The appointment of Jean-Charles marks an important milestone in the continued development of our Paris office," said Philippe Maze-Sencier, President of Teneo in France. "His unique experience across financial markets, public institutions and strategic transformation further strengthens our ability to advise corporate leaders, boards of directors and investors on their most critical decisions." "I am delighted to join Teneo, whose integrated approach to strategic, financial, institutional and reputational issues addresses the growing needs of business leaders in an increasingly complex environment. I look forward to bringing my experience to the firm's clients and contributing to Teneo's continued growth in France and across Europe," said Jean-Charles Simon.