Core Insights - Malibu Boats, Inc. has announced a six-year global partnership with the International Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) starting January 1, 2026, to support premier waterski, wakeboard, and wakesurf events, making Malibu the exclusive official towboat partner [1][4] Company Overview - Malibu Boats, Inc. is a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of a diverse range of recreational powerboats, including performance sport, sterndrive, and outboard boats [5] - The company is the market leader in the performance sport boat category through its Malibu and Axis brands and holds a leading position in the 20'–40' segment of the sterndrive boat category with its Cobalt brand [5] - Malibu Boats is recognized as a preeminent innovator in the powerboat industry, appealing to a broad range of recreational boaters and watersports enthusiasts [5] Partnership Details - The partnership will feature two elite Malibu models: the Response TXi and the Malibu M230, both known for their precision, power, and innovation in competitive watersports [2][3] - The Response TXi has set more world records in waterskiing than any other boat, while the M230 is favored by professional riders for its performance [2][4] - This collaboration aims to enhance athlete development and expand the reach of towed watersports globally [4]