I’m Carl Cramer. I was the publisher of Professional BoatBuilder and WoodenBoat magazines for 25 years. For me, one of the most exciting aspects of that job was talking to boat and yacht designers about their ideas.
If you thought Sea-Doo was finished winning awards for the year…. think again! The latest award is coming from the Good Design Japan ceremony for the Sea-Doo Fish Pro.
Blue Guard Innovations (BGI) spill-stopping smart switches and sensors were demonstrated live at the Rekord Marine Trade Show in Vancouver, BC last Thursday and Friday, October 17 and 18.
Business is running well at BAVARIA YACHTS, as summarised by the new management in Giebelstadt. All the planned restructuring milestones were met within a year.
Volvo Penta has just been honored with multiple awards for its practices, products and people at the 2019 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition (IBEX) in Tampa, Fla. Honors include an IBEX Innovation Award, placement on Sounding Trade Only’s Most Innovative Companies list, and Mover & Shaker of the Year.
The 29th International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) closed on Thursday, October 3rd with early indications that attendance figures were up from last year for the three-day event.
The 2020 model year was led by a great evening of aspiration and reflection as awards were presented to the top dealerships and their representatives from around the world. It was a great evening for the InterMarine team as they received multiple awards ranging across multiple brands.
Four Winns led off the 2020 model year with their Dealer Conference at their home operation in Cadillac, Michigan where awards were announced to the top dealerships and their representatives from around the world.
AkzoNobel’s Awlgrip brand will be the official coatings supplier for New York Yacht Club’s American Magic team, which will challenge for the 36th America’s Cup.
All former SeaStar Solutions’ premises across North America have changed their name to Dometic Marine and all employees will now be identified as Dometic.
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas has opened the nomination period for the 3rd Annual Lifetime Achievement Award. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes marine retail professionals who have made fundamental, significant and sustained contributions to the marine industry.
Evolution Sails corporate headquarters in Auckland New Zealand has announced Canada’s new office, Evolution Sails Canada Group, located in Toronto. At the helm will be Asta Abraham and Greg Bratkiw.
Evinrude has announced that it has been awarded the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Award in the Outboard Engine category at the 2019 International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX).
On October 3, 2019, a group of Canadian outdoor industry leaders announced the formation of the Canadian Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (CORR) to provide a strong voice for outdoor use across Canada.
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2020 National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Canada Hall of Fame. Inductees in the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame include those who have, or those who continue to, generate substantial and lasting contributions toward the advancement of the marine industry.
Sea-Fire Marine, the leading manufacturer of maritime fire detection and suppression systems for commercial and recreational vessels, has forged a strategic partnership with Fire Ranger, a leading provider of fire and safety equipment services for commercial and recreational vessels.
The NMMA has announced the induction of two industry pioneers into the NMMA Hall of Fame, its most prestigious honor. Earl Bentz, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Caymas Boats, and Scott Deal, Founder and CEO of Maverick Boat Group…
Manufacturers scored big at the 2019 NMEA/RTCM Marine Electronics Conference & Expo, held last week at the Renaissance Hotel in Portsmouth, Virginia.
On September 19th, Furuno enjoyed an exciting evening of recognition at the 2019 NMEA Products of Excellence Awards ceremony, bringing home 5 plaques for their revolutionary products, including the coveted awards for Radar and Fish Finder.
For the past few decades Morbern has been a leading voice in marine upholstery, covering upholstered and paneled surfaces in all types of water craft from speed boats to pontoons, fishing boats and yachts. At IBEX 2019, Morbern will present three of its most recently launched products filled with color and pattern.