Volvo Penta is developing a unique electric driver interface within its Glass Cockpit System to aid the shift into electric boating. The interface is designed to make the electric boating experience as easy as possible.
The Progressive® Insurance Miami International Boat Show® Innovation Awards program is now accepting submissions. The program provides the opportunity for eligible exhibitors to enter new products into twenty-six product categories.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of BRP’s Design and innovation department. BRP is known for creative, game-changing work and it has truly shown over the years. This special milestone was celebrated with an exclusive tour through the facility with both new and old units on display.
Digital Era Media Inc., (DEM: www.ThinkDEM.com) Digital Media producers of Canada’s #1 Boat Listing website BoatDealers.ca introduces 360 Virtual Boat Tours to assist boat buyers in their purchasing decisions.
In a dramatic black and gold themed night within the amphitheatre of Amsterdam’s National Maritime Museum, the Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, held in association with Raymarine, praised 36 shortlisted companies and named eight winners.
Situated in Delta, British Columbia with a reputation for quality, Adrenalin Marine has thrived in the trade by staying true to its core values. While servicing a variety of industries from marine to custom metal fabrication, Adrenalin Marine’s mission to satisfy its customers remains the company’s number one goal.
Our online showcase that allows consumers to pre-shop the show and Search Boats on Display, will be launched shortly, so please submit your information as soon as possible!
On November 8, 2019, three British Columbians and a heritage steam tug were awarded the Maritime Museum of BC’s Beaver Medal. The ceremony took place at Government House in Victoria.
The Royal Victoria Yacht Club’s Cadboro Bay marina has earned the highest certification in Clean Marine BC, a voluntary eco-certification program for recreational boating facilities that is run by Georgia Strait Alliance.
The Paynes / Land’N’Sea Victoria facility is moving to a new and bigger location at 6649 Butler Crescent in Saanichton, B.C. The opening will take place in mid-November. The company has announced that 30,100 sq ft of warehouse space will join with 7,400 sq ft of occife space.
The shareholders of Western Marine Company are pleased to announce a management transition plan for the company that will assure continued growth and excellent service to our market for years to come.
The National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) recently elected its 2019–2020 officers and board of directors. All are independent manufacturers sales reps who work in the commercial and recreational marine markets.
Many industries today, including the recreational boating industry, are facing a critical shortfall of qualified workers. As you evaluate your strategy to recruit and retain employees, it’s important to remember that there is no one-size-fits all solution to this issue.
Mercury Marine continues to increase its presence at the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show – one of the largest and most well-attended on-water shows in North America with another record showing in 2019.
On Friday, November 1st team members from the Boating Ontario Association paid a visit to two lucky students currently enrolled in the Mechanical Techniques – Marine Engine Mechanics program at Georgian College’s Midland Campus.
Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security (TCMSS) has published a policy on the acceptance of ABYC standards as an approved alternative method for small vessel compliance in Canada. The policy is effective as of Oct. 30, 2019.
After 26 years with Volvo and seven as President of Volvo Penta Americas, Ron Huibers has decided to retire from his current role and move to another role within Volvo Penta. Succeeding Ron will be Martin Bjuve, currently CFO and SVP Business Office Volvo Penta. Planned transition date will be January 1, 2020.
The Boating Ontario Association is pleased to announce that we have partnered with Hub International (“HUB”), our well-respected commercial insurance partner who manage the Boating Ontario Insurance Program.
With 12 new models premiering, and fully 1/3 of its worldwide revenues now attributed to North America, Groupe Beneteau enters the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with understandable enthusiasm.
Sara Anghel, President of NMMA Canada recently sent out the following communication saying that it has been quite an election campaign, one that kept many guessing right until the final hours.