Changing Scene

Nimbus Group Strengthens Commercial Focus by Introduction of CCO Role and New Management Structure

December 9, 2025 Nimbus Group has decided to make changes to its management team to strengthen commercial execution and capability to deliver an excellent customer experience. Following a period of expansion, Nimbus Group will consolidate commercial leadership, retail leadership, aftermarket and marketing into one function responsible to deliver the entire customer experience. The new function will be led by Deputy…

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Protector Boats Expands Global Footprint with Launch of Protector Boats Canada

December 9, 2025 Loki Boats Named Exclusive Canadian Dealer Rayglass Boats, manufacturer of the world-renowned Protector range of RIB vessels, is proud to announce the appointment of Loki Boats as the exclusive dealer for Protector Boats in Canada. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, the dealership will operate as Protector Boats Canada, led by Loki Boats Founder and…

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Enter the 2026 Miami Innovation Awards Now!

December 9, 2025 The countdown to the 2026 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show is officially on—and so is your chance to gain elite recognition in the prestigious Innovation Awards! These awards honor the products that are redefining what’s possible in boating. Is Your Innovation Ready to Make Waves?This is your moment to spotlight the ideas, engineering, and craftsmanship that set…

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Amazing Ideas Promise a Bright Future

December 2, 2025 I’m jumping the gun a bit to be thinking about the promise of 2026 but as you read this, I will be at the Boating Ontario Conference and for me, it’s always the lead up to the Holidays, a New Year and the big Canadian boat shows too. Already we have seen…

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E1 Reveals Race Calendar for 2026 Season

December 2, 2025 E1 Series, the world’s first all-electric raceboat Championship, has announced its 2026 season calendar that will see the world’s fastest electric boats compete across four continents in its third season. The UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF begins its eight race 2026 season in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The series then starts its…

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NMEA 2000 and OneNet VIRTUAL / LIVE Software Developer Workshops December 10 & 11 2025

December 2, 2025 NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. NMEA OneNet Developer Course (Click to register https://web.nmea.org/atlas/events/254/details )December…

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Metstrade Celebrates 360-degree Overview of the Global Leisure Marine Industry

December 2, 2025 Metstrade 2025 closed November 20th after welcoming thousands of leading leisure marine professionals from across the world to the biggest edition of the show to date. Metstrade 2025 took over the entire RAI Amsterdam complex for the first time due to the show’s impressive growth, with visitors enjoying expanded halls, enhanced zones and close to 1,700 exhibitors…

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Will boating be a part of the retirement dream?

November 25, 2025 How often have we seen the aspirational dreams of retirement portrayed as the attractive couple relaxing on their boat, or yacht? My guess is that this is a near-universal dream for people all over the world. The boat expresses the freedom that is so attractive and the blue waters and warm sun…

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North Sails Opens One of the World’s Largest Sail Lofts in Genoa

November 25, 2025 Purpose-built to service the world’s largest sails the loft represents a major milestone in North Sails’ commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and global service excellence. North Sails has officially opened its latest flagship loft in the dynamic Port of Genoa, Italy. The stunning new building designed by architect Mattia Villani will function as a critical focal point for North…

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Join the ABYC for 2026 Standards Week! January 11–15, 2026

November 25, 2025 Have you booked your hotel room for Standards Week? Rooms are available for $159/night for Jan. 11-16, 2026, but only until Friday, December 12, 2025! If you’re attending in-person, secure your rate in the 2026 Standards Week room block at the Francis Marion Hotel using code ABYC26. Hotel Information: https://francismarionhotel.ihotelier.com/book/dates-of-stay?domain=abycinc.org&groupID=4815533 ABYC events and Project Technical Committee (PTC) meetings…

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Regal Boats Promotes Third-Generation Leader Paul Kuck to President

November 25, 2025 Regal Boats, a premier global manufacturer of luxury performance boats from 20’ to 50’, today announced the promotion of Paul Kuck to president. He becomes the third-generation family leader of the privately held company founded in 1969 by his grandparents, Paul and Carol Kuck, succeeding his father Duane Kuck who has served…

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Azimut Accelerates in Canada with the Expansion of its Partnership with Marine 360

November 25, 2025 The agreement grows and extends into new strategic regions, including Quebec and the Maritimes alongside Ontario, strengthening the Shipyard’s strategy in a key market. Azimut announces the extension of its partnership with Marine 360, a company reporting rapid growth in Canada. Following the success of the collaboration in Ontario, the dealership is expanding its coverage to…

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Is it a little, or a lot?

November 18, 2025 For a boat company to take out exhibit space at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and to bring in their staff and all the décor and other items, must be a major expenditure. In my work with Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest, I get press releases from all over the…

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Freedom Boat Club Named to Entrepreneur’s 2025 Top Global Franchises List

November 18, 2025 Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club and a Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) brand, announced that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious 2025 Top Global Franchises list. The annual ranking highlights the top 200 U.S.-based franchise brands successfully expanding their presence around the world. Freedom Boat Club earned its place on the list…

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Raymarine Collaborates with Seabed 2030 Project to Advance Global Seafloor Mapping

November 18, 2025 Raymarine, a global leader in high-performance marine electronics, recently entered a strategic collaboration with The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project – an ambitious global initiative to inspire 100% of the world’s ocean floor mapped by the year 2030. Raymarine and Seabed 2030 announced the collaboration at the recent Ocean Floor Explore symposium hosted by Map the…

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Aquila 46 Coupe Power Catamaran Nominated for 2026 European Powerboat of the Year

November 18, 2025 The Aquila 46 Coupe has been nominated for the 2026 European Powerboat of the Year award in the catamaran category, adding to the model’s growing list of industry recognition since its debut earlier this year. The nomination places the 46 Coupe alongside four other power catamarans competing in the category. German marine publication BOOTE magazine announced the nominations, with…

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Echandia Wins Breakthrough Contract for Canadian Coast Guard Icebreaker

November 18, 2025 Echandia, the leading Swedish supplier of advanced maritime battery systems, has secured an order from ABB to supply a 3.7 MWh battery system for a new hybrid icebreaker vessel for the Canadian Coast Guard to be built at Helsinki Shipyard. The contract marks Echandia’s first entry into the Canadian market and strengthens the company’s…

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The Future of Boating: Canadian Tech Company ENVGO Launches NV1

November 18, 2025 Canadian tech company, ENVGO, is changing the marine industry through aerospace engineering and innovation with an all-new 100% electric, zero-emission, AI-powered hydrofoiling ‘flying’ boat that will make its official North American debut at the Toronto International Boat Show in January 2026. In late November, the Media was invited to an Exclusive Media Sneak Peek with an In-Water Demo &…

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Mustang Survival Carries on Blue Friday Initiative

November 18, 2025 Mustang Survival, Canadian manufacturer of technical apparel and marine safety equipment, is proud to continue the Blue Friday initiative – a movement that turns the traditional Black Friday shopping period into an opportunity for ocean conservation. As part of this year’s campaign, Ocean Legacy Foundation, a Canadian non-profit dedicated to ending ocean plastic pollution,…

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Nominations are still open for the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame Award

November 18, 2025 Nominations are still open for the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame Award, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding, enduring contributions to the recreational marine industry in Canada. Presented annually at the NMMA Canada Industry Breakfast during the Toronto International Boat Show, this prestigious award honours leaders whose dedication, innovation, and impact have helped shape…

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