Changing Scene

IBEX DIGITAL PLANNER – ACCESS IT NOW

To celebrate IBEX’s 25th Show, we are making 2015 one of our best shows yet – packed with more exhibitors, more interactive displays, more events, and more education…

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CEO PANEL TAKES ON INDUSTRY TOPICS AND CHALLENGES AT NMEA CONFERENCE

As part of the NMEA International Marine Electronics Conference & Expo this fall, a diverse panel of chief executive officers representing marine electronics companies…

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THE INNOVATION IN A PRODUCTION PROCESS AWARD – CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

In their race to cut costs, reduce lead times and improve quality, boat builders are raising their game. The Innovation in a Production Process Award sponsored by Whale…

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ORILLIA WATERFRONT FESTIVAL AUGUST 7- 9, 2015

The 2015 Port of Orillia Waterfront Festival takes place from August 7th to the 9th.

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LED BOWLIGHTS ENHANCE SAFETY ABOARD

Proper lighting is an important part of boating safety. Accon Marine’s 210-M and 211-M Pop-Up LED Bowlights are US Coast Guard approved for two nautical miles, so users can confidently navigate ahead.

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REGISTER TODAY FOR THE 2015 BOATING BC CONFERENCE

The 2015 Boating BC Conference is brought to you by Mercury Marine. This year’s theme Learn to Lead will explore organizational, personal and market leadership with our extraordinary panel of speakers.

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CRUISERS DEALER MEETING SERVES UP SOME GREAT FISHING

Pascal Langlois and Charles St Hillaire of Epik Nautik in St-Paul-Ile-Aux-Noix, Quebec taking a break from the Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Cruisers Yachts dealers’ meeting to do a little fishing…

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SNAME YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE AT WMTC

Scholarships are available for the maritime industry’s best and brightest young professionals to attend the World Maritime Technology Conference (WMTC) 2015, November 3-7, 2015, at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, Rhode Island, USA.

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MERCURY MARINE LAUNCHES 5 YEAR LTD WARRANTIES ON GAS STERNDRIVES AND INBOARDS

Mercury Marine has announced that, for the first time, 2016 model year boats powered by Mercury gas sterndrive and inboard engines will come with a comprehensive Five Year Engine Package Limited Warranty during the “Power of Protection” sale event.

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ABYC MARINE ELECTRICAL FAST TRAC TRAINING SEPT 28: BALTIMORE, MD

For the first time at the NMEA Conference and Expo, ABYC is offering their Marine Electrical Fast Trac. In response to requests from students and employers, ABYC has created a pathway to certification that is quicker and more affordable…

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IMPORTANT CHANGES TO LICENSING OF PLEASURE CRAFT

On July 13, 2015 the Office of Boating Safety Transport Canada changed the system of licensing pleasure craft in Canada. Unfortunately, no notice was issued to dealers informing them of this change. As a result, a number of questions have arisen regarding the licensing of pleasure craft.

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INTRODUCTION TO BASIC MARINE ELECTRIC & CORROSION PROTECTION: ROCHESTER, NY

This 4 day program hosted by Shumway Marine with instructor Ray Toth will present the newcomer to marine electrics with the basic information to get started in this interesting area of marine service and troubleshooting. The program will explain all common terms used and discuss fundamental electrical theory as it applies to marine electrical systems and cathodic protection systems used to help mitigate corrosion on boats.

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VANCOUVER BOAT SHOW RENEWAL DEADLINE AUGUST 24

The 2016 Vancouver Boat Show is January 20-24, and we look forward to working with you again on another successful event! Renewal contracts were sent via email this week, so please check your inboxes, sign and return with your 50% deposit by Monday, August 24th.

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NEW MMT INTAKE DATES FOR BC

BCIT has announced the next two intakes for the Marine Mechanical Technician Apprenticeship Program, offered at their new state-of-the-art campus Annacis Island.

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BOUNDARY ROAD SWING BRIDGE #44: TEMPORARY CLOSURE TRENT-SEVERN WATERWAY

Parks Canada advises that the Boundary Road Swing Bridge over the Trent-Severn Waterway on Simcoe Street near Bolsover will be closed for inspection on Monday, July 27 and Tuesday, July 28, 2015, during daylight hours. A severe weather date has been set for Wednesday, July 29…

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ASA ELECTRONICS REVEALS NEW WEBSITE DESIGN

ASA Electronics has announced the launch of the new asaelectronics.com. The new website utilizes contemporary web design techniques and allows for a cohesive user experience across all platforms with improved navigation and functionality.

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IBEX 2015 INNOVATION AWARDS

Which companies and products are making significant contributions to marine technology? How can your company benefit from this award-winning technology?

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METS 2015 CLOSE TO SELL-OUT

RAI Amsterdam has announced that some ninety per cent of floor space has already been booked for METS 2015, with over five months still to go before the event opens its doors…

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WELLCRAFT ADDS NEW DEALERS TO GROWING NETWORK

New products and competitive buying programs attracting new dealers to the brand Cadillac, Michigan, July 14, 2015 – Rec Boat Holdings (RBH) has signed several high profile retailers to its growing network of Wellcraft dealers…

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NMEA CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR ALL ATTENDEES

Early Bird Registration is open until Friday August 14. Take advantage of this reduced pricing.

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