February 17, 2026 In the last Editor’s Message from February 10th, I said that I would be attending the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® with my eyes wide-open in the wake of the announcement that Informa Markets who operate the Miami Show, was to buy the Toronto International Boat Show. That is a very big…
February 17, 2026 Western Marine & Transat Marine have been the proud Distributors for emtrak in Canada for the last couple of years. For over 20 years, em-trak has been designing, engineering, and manufacturing AIS transceivers and integrated marine communication systems. Trusted by professional mariners, commercial operators, and leisure boaters across the globe. It has been a great addition to…
BRUNO THIVOYON – Chairman of the Management Board February 17, 2026 • § Full-year revenues of €849m, marked by sales trends picking up again in H2 (-5% at constant currency) following a sharp contraction in H1 (-27% at constant currency) • § Fourth-quarter business in line with forecasts, although with revenues impacted by customs clearance delays in the United States…
February 17, 2026 At the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show on February 11, 2026, Boating magazine Executive Editor Kevin Falvey announced that the new Yamaha CrossWave four-seater personal watercraft had been awarded their “Boat of the Year.” After extensive testing by the magazine, the CrossWave stood out for its innovation and wide range of…
February 10, 2026 After the announcement in the February 3rd edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest that a deal had been reached for Informa Markets to buy the Toronto International Boat Show, I’ll be looking around the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® which is also produced by Informa Markets, with more attention to detail. How will the Toronto show differ from past…
February 10, 2026 Marine innovations making boats easier to operate, safer, and more connected take center stage at Miami Boat Show From advanced connectivity and AI-assisted systems to world and U.S. boat debuts across every major category, the 2026 Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®, taking place February 11 to 15, 2026 offers a broad look at the technologies…
February 10, 2026 We have a new home! After 43 years in Elk Grove Village, IL, we have moved to Elgin, IL. Just a mere 20 miles west, we are now set up in our new location. Iosso Products has long been known for manufacturing specialty cleaning products for the outdoor industry. Your trusted source for Mold & Mildew Stain Remover, Premium Water Repellent, Seam…
February 10, 2026 Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club and a Brunswick Corporation brand, announced a record-breaking year in 2025, with members logging more than 640,000 boating trips worldwide. The milestone represents over 5 percent year-over-year growth and marks the third consecutive year Freedom Boat Club has surpassed 600,000 member trips, underscoring the brand’s continued global…
February 10, 2026 There was an excellent atmosphere in the exhibition halls when boot 2026, the world’s largest water sports trade fair, recently closed its doors in Düsseldorf, Germany, after nine days: “After the difficult past few years with sluggish sales, our exhibitors are back on track. They report very good discussions and business deals at their…
February 10, 2026 The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers (IFBSO) will convene the ICOMIA & IFBSO Congress 2026 in Washington, D.C. from 24–28 May 2026, hosted by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA). Set in the United States—widely recognised as the largest market in the global recreational…
February 10, 2026 MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCFT) (“MasterCraft”), a leading innovator, designer, and manufacturer of premium performance and leisure powerboats and Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) (“Marine Products”), a leading manufacturer of recreation and sport fishing powerboats, on February 5th, 2026 announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which MasterCraft will acquire Marine Products in…
February 3, 2026 Brunswick Boat Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation, today announced that three of its boat brands have received some of the marine industry’s most respected innovation and performance awards, underscoring Brunswick’s leadership in design, engineering, and category-defining products across global markets. The honors include: • Sea Ray Boats receiving European Powerboat of the Year 2026 for the SDX…
February 3, 2026 Smartgyro are delighted to announce that customers can now enjoy the benefit of enhanced system display control and monitoring of their Smartgyro units on compatible Raymarine Axiom chartplotter displays. This new integration enables boat owners using Smartgyro gyroscopic stabilization to experience the latest interactive capabilities at the helm via Raymarine Axiom chartplotters. With native support for web‑based apps, Axiom’s LightHouse operating…
February 3, 2036 Furuno USA announced two leadership promotions that strengthen the company’s Deep Sea Product, Service, and Sales Operations. Bill Haynes has been promoted to Senior Deep Sea Product & Service Manager, effective December 1, 2025. With nearly 28 years at Furuno, Bill brings extensive technical and operational experience to the role. His marine electronics background was shaped by…
February 3, 2026 Celebrate Your Marine Service Technicians, April 20-24, 2026 The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the fifth annual International Marine Service Technician Week, scheduled for April 20-24, 2026. The week recognizes the skill, professionalism and commitment of marine service technicians across the boating industry. “Marine technicians are the pros who keep boats running, families making…
February 3, 2026 Ron Savidant, President of Maritime Marine Supply announced that their company is proud to have been recognized by Plastimo with their Best Growth Award at their 2025 Distributor Meeting, an honour that highlights outstanding performance across Plastimo’s worldwide distribution network. What makes the achievement especially meaningful is where the journey began. Founded in a small coastal…
January 27, 2026 Both the Vancouver and Toronto International Boat Shows wrapped up last week. These two major shows always offer guidance for the coming season and indicators of the sales levels we can expect. I was in the Toronto show almost every day and I spoke to many dealers about their results. Those selling…
January 27, 2026 World’s greatest boat show returns with three primary locations, including a return of the Yacht Collection to Collins Avenue, to create a more connected and accessible show footprint The 2026 Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® returns President’s Day weekend, Feb. 11–15. As one of the world’s largest showcases for boats and marine products,…
January 27, 2026 Partnership Expands Premium Watersports Experiences Across Muskoka and Beyond and Introduces a Specialized Tow & Surf Boat Service Centre Maple Leaf Marinas (MLM), Ontario’s largest operator of freshwater marinas and a leader in premium boating experiences, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Muskoka Wake, the region’s premier watersports school. This…
January 27, 2026 The highlight of the 2026 Toronto International Boat Show was the world debut of the Canadian ENVGO NV1 electric foiling cruiser. Lead by Mike Peasgood, the team who created the NV1 were developers of specialized drones and they applied their knowledge and skills to the NV1. This is the first electric foiling…