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Mercury Marine enhances Joystick Piloting capabilities, laying the groundwork for an exciting future in effortless autonomous boating

Nov 26, 2024 Mercury Marine®, a division of Brunswick Corporation has announced a software update for its SmartCraft®operating system that gives Joystick Piloting powerful new capabilities. The system can now automatically…
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Cruisers Yachts Rebrand Flagship Model: Introducing The New 57 Fly

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Cruisers Yachts, a renowned name in the luxury yacht industry, announces the rebranding of its esteemed 55 FLY model, now named the 57 FLY.
 
“At Cruisers Yachts, we always strive to improve our products and ensure they reflect the true essence of our craftsmanship. After careful consideration, we’ve decided to rename the 55 FLY to the 57 FLY. This change better aligns with the actual length of the yacht and more accurately represents its impressive scale and sophistication.

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Kropf Industrial Delivers First All-Electric Travel Lift

Kropf Industrial, manufacturer of the industry-leading Conolift line of boat handling equipment, is excited to announce that its first all-electric travel lift is now in service in Ontario. The advanced design has eliminated both the diesel power unit and the hydraulic system, yielding a simplified machine that is quiet, and free from emissions and the risk of spills.

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Mercury Marine enhances Joystick Piloting capabilities, laying the groundwork for an exciting future in effortless autonomous boating

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Mercury Marine®, a division of Brunswick Corporation has announced a software update for its SmartCraft®operating system that gives Joystick Piloting powerful new capabilities. The system can now automatically counteract the effects of wind, waves and current while a boater is driving with the joystick, giving them the ability to dock and maneuver with effortless precision.

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Steve Harrison becomes Global Product Manager for Highfield Boats

Steve Harrison steps up to the new role of Global Product Manager at Highfield Boats as the company is set to significantly accelerate its future product development efforts.
 
Steve, working closely with the existing Highfield team, will implement both structure and strategy to drive this ambitious initiative forward. Steve has over 25 years of marine trade experience and has been with Highfield Boats since its inception. His market and product knowledge, along with his intimate understanding of the core values of the Highfield brand, make him the ideal candidate to meet the changing needs of the evolving marine market.

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