This year, the 28th International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX), held October 2-4 at the Tampa Convention Center, will be giving visitors the chance to participate in a number of social and entertainment special events throughout the week. Here’s a brief schedule of the events.
In spite of continuing concerns over tariffs and trade restrictions, a significant number of Canadian dealers attended New Paris, Indiana-based Smoker Craft’s 2019 model year dealer meeting earlier this month.
The 59th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) is taking place October 31st-November 4th. A variety of enhancements to form and function will offer a fresh approach to enjoying the largest in-water boat show in the world and an even more successful sales environment for exhibitors.
Shared with us by Betsy Crowfoot of Ultimate Sailing we have the 2019 Ultimate Sailing Calendar. A perennial favorite of sailors around the globe, this premium calendar has been offered since 1983 by Sharon Green, one of the leading yachting photographers in the world.
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has published a technical information report that provides information regarding Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) with consideration to the design and construction of boats, trailers, engines, components, and accessories in order to minimize the spread of AIS.
Mercury Marine’s parent company, Brunswick Corporation announced that it has completed the acquisition of Power Products – Global Marine & Mobile, which includes the global marine, specialty vehicle, mobile, industrial power, and transportation aftermarket products businesses of Power Products.
The International Marina Institute (IMI), a subsidiary of the Association of Marina Industries (AMI), is working with their affiliate partner Boating BC Association to bring our much sought-after Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) Course to Nanaimo, British Columbia, December 2-6, 2018.
This is the last week to register at the Early Bird rates. Consider these Ten reasons why the NMEA / RTCM Conference is a must attend this September!
The new Schaefer 580 motoryacht has no steering wheel at the helm station – only a Volvo Penta joystick.
Since 1978, brothers Bill & Richard Porter founded, owned & operated Precision Boat Works, Inc. During this time period, they have built nearly 5,000 Precision sailboats consisting of 15 different models from 13 ft. to 28 ft.
Evinrude, a global manufacturer of marine engines headquartered in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, received the ‘Business Friend of the Environment’ award presented by Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce, the state’s chamber of commerce and largest business trade association.
Twin Disc, Inc., a global leader in power transmission technology for marine and land-based applications, unveiled the Twin Disc Heritage Gallery on Aug. 2, at the company’s Racine, Wisconsin headquarters, in celebration of its 100th anniversary.
On July 16th, Beneteau, one of the leading global boat manufacturers, celebrated the top dealers of the year at its Annual Dealer Meeting. Over 35 dealerships from North and South America gathered for the awards gala at San Diego Yacht Club in San Diego, CA.
Mercury Marine was presented a Wisconsin Business ‘Friend of the Environment’ Award on Wednesday, August 1st in Madison, WI.
BRP has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Triton Industries, Inc., manufacturer of the Manitou pontoon brand.
The National Marine Manufacturers Association, NMMA Canada has announced that its members can now get the latest version of the Canadian Statistical Recreational Boating Abstract.
Soundings Trade Only will host a roundtable event during the IBEX show at the Marriott Tampa Waterside followed by a reception.
With a more streamlined approach the nomination process is now simpler than ever! The Boating Ontario Awards of Excellence provide the opportunity to recognize individuals or businesses.
Still have someone in mind to join the Marine Technician program at Georgian College this fall? We’ve got good news!
Sea‐Dog Line, Uflex USA and Gold Eagle are winners of the 2018 National Marine Distributors Association (NMDA) Supplier of the Year Awards.