Changing Scene

BRP and Bryton Marine Group Sign an Agreement for the Sale of Alumacraft Strengthening Bryton Marine Group’s position in the aluminium boat market

Apr 8, 2025 BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO) and Bryton Marine Group announced on April 1st that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Bryton Marine Group, a family owned company with operations in Washington State and British Columbia, will be acquiring Alumacraft assets in St. Peter, Minnesota. This transaction comes on the heels of BRP’s decision to sell its Marine…

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BoatUS Registers Concern Over NOAA Staff & Budget Cuts

BoatUS is concerned NOAA staff and budget cuts will harm weather forecasting and boater safety. (credit: BoatUS) Apr 8, 2025 Indiscriminate reductions would undermine boater safety, navigation, weather forecasting In a recent letter sent to Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), the Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations to the U.S. House of Representatives, Boat Owners Association of…

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BRP Reports Steep Business Decline

Apr 1, 2025 Last week the Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest Stock Market column indicated that BRP shares under the ticker “DOO” finished the week off by -4.27% following reports of a business declines. According to BNN Bloomberg from a report by The Canadian Press, BRP Inc. reported a fourth-quarter profit loss compared with…

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Boating Ontario Regional Meetings Update Everyone

Apr 1, 2025 Everyone who chooses to come at least…and many Boating Ontario Members did come to their nearest Regional Meeting. This year nine sessions were held in areas spread around the province to make it as easy as possible to attend without a long drive or high cost. I attended the ninth and final…

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Time-Tested Spring Boat Launch Checklist from BoatUS

Boaters have begun returning to boat yards, marinas and clubs across the nation for the annual rite of spring commissioning. BoatUS has a checklist to get you ready for boating season. (CREDIT: Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore/BoatUS) Apr 1, 2025 Are you putting a boat into the water this year? Whether it’s your first year or 50th, the…

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Six Brunswick Emerging Leaders Named to Boating Industry’s 2025 40 Under 40 List

Apr 1, 2025 Boating Industry Magazine has announced its 2025 40 Under 40 list, recognizing six emerging leaders from Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) and Freedom Boat Club among the industry’s top young professionals. From hundreds of nominations, the following individuals were selected: Kate Winer, Senior Manager, Integrated Systems, Power Systems, Navico Group Carl Greiner, Category Manager,…

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Deadline Approaching for Outstanding Technician Awards Nominations

Sean Fabio of Gage Marine, a 2024 Outstanding Technician Award winner, recognized for his exceptional skills and customer service. Nominate an outstanding marine tech today. Apr 1, 2025 Annual award tied to International Marine Service Technician Week, April 21-25, 2025 The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) reminds the public that the deadline to nominate candidates for the…

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Celebrate Marine Service Tech Week with ABYC!

Apr 1, 2025 April 21–25, 2025 The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has designated the last week in April as International Marine Service Technician Week. https://abycinc.org/home/thankyoutechs/ This week is meant to bring awareness and recognition to the hard-working professionals who keep boating safe, reliable, and enjoyable. Please join us in celebrating our Marine Service Technicians!

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Brunswick Corporation Named to Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2025 List for Third Consecutive Year

Apr 1, 2025 Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest marine technology company, has been named to Newsweek’s 2025 list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for the third consecutive year. Of the thousands of companies considered for this recognition, only 700 earned this honor, with Brunswick ranking in the Top 10 companies within the Manufacturing and Industrial equipment…

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Aquila Power Catamarans Heads To La Grande Motte International Multihull Show

Apr 1, 2025 Aquila Power Catamarans is excited to announce its participation in the La Grande Motte International Multihull Show from April 23 to 27, 2025, located in La Grande-Motte, France. They will present an impressive selection of luxury and performance power catamarans, including the flagship 54 Yacht, 42 Yacht, 36 Sport, and 32 Sport, offering…

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Mar 25, 2025 I’m especially thinking about the industry’s programs over the years to attract new people into careers in boating. For me, the first really ambitious program that I recall was started by Al Donaldson as he took over the former Ontario Marina Operator’s Association (now called Boating Ontario). I’m saddened to report that…

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Record-Breaking Sales for ACY at 2025 Miami International Boat Show

Mar 25, 2025 ACY Yachts is thrilled to announce a highly successful 2025 Miami International Boat Show, marking a record year in sales and a major milestone for the company. ACY Yachts experienced double the number of orders typically seen at the event, with a particularly significant surge in sales of larger yachts. The 2025 Miami International…

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Groupe Beneteau Reports Good Financial Performance for 2024 in an Unfavorable Context

Mar 25, 2025 Product Plan Ramping Up, For An Upturn From The 25/26 Season Groupe Beneteau has reported that the organization is in a solid financial position with income from ordinary operations of €76m in 2024 (7.3% of revenues), higher than forecast. An exceptional dividend of €100m (€1.21/share) is to be paid on March 27, 2025, followed…

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Early Bird Sale for boating permits on Parks Canada’s historic canals and waterways

Mar 25, 2025 There’s never been a better time to explore the best boating that Canada has to offer! Parks Canada administers one of the finest and most extensive systems of natural and cultural heritage areas in the world. Lockage and mooring permits allow visitors to immerse themselves in the beautiful landscapes, fascinating history and…

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CMP Group Ltd. Announces the Promotion of Michael Szwez to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Mar 25, 2025 CMP Group Ltd. is pleased to announce the promotion of Michael Szwez to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, effective March 3, 2025. As the marine industry navigates an evolving global landscape marked by shifting trade policies, tariffs, and economic fluctuations, CMP is reinforcing its leadership by strengthening its executive team. With extensive experience in…

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Marine Techs and Composites Techs

Mar 18, 2025 For as long as I can remember, we’ve been talking about the fact that the industry has a significant shortage of Marine Technicians, but we never talk about Composites Techs. Is that because we have enough people who know how to work with composites? I have a feeling that we don’t. I…

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NMMA Reports 9% Decline In 2024 New Boat Retail Sales As Industry Navigates Economic Uncertainty

Mar 18, 2025 In their March 10th edition of the NMMA Currents member newsletter, the organization reported some significant 2024 sales data and perspectives. They wrote: Amid last week’s news on tariffs and the subsequent potential economic and industry impacts, NMMA has released its Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary report, offering a comprehensive analysis of recreational…

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Expired Marine Flares Disposal Dates

Mar 18, 2025 Flares manufactured in 2021 or earlier expire this year, as Transport Canada approves them for only four years. They should be replaced every third or fourth boating season. To dispose of expired flares, do not light them, throw them overboard, or add them to household garbage. Flares are not permitted in regular…

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New Products Make Boating Better

Mar 11, 2025 This week we wanted to put a positive spin on the Editor’s Message by turning the spotlight on a selection of new products that our industry has introduced at the winter boat shows. It’s been a busy season! One of the earliest and largest boat shows was “boot” Dusseldorf that opened January…

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Doug Ford retains his majority by playing the Trump card

Mar 4, 2025 On Thursday night, February 27, 2025, Ontario Premiere Doug Ford retained his majority government by playing the Trump card. His campaign was based on saying that he was the person best able to deal with Donald Trump. He did reach out. He travelled to the US for meetings and even got some…

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