Oct 8, 2024 We are now well into October of 2024 and the window to give Transport Canada public input on the issue of regulating mandatory PFD wear ends at the end of October. If you have already gone to Transport Canada’s “Let’s Talk…” website on the matter, you may have seen the questions that…
Oct 8, 2024 Presented by electric propulsion leaders Aqua superPower, BlueNav, Oceanvolt. Nominations are now being accepted for the fifth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating which were founded in 2020 by electric boat newsmagazine website Plugboats.com. Awards will be presented in 9 categories and sub categories:• Electric Boats Up…
Oct 8, 2024 The industry’s top products were recognized at the 2024 NMEA Marine Electronics Conference & Expo, which took place at the Omni Hotel in Providence, RI. Members of the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) voted online in various categories for the prestigious Product of Excellence Awards. In addition, a panel of judges selected winners for the NMEA…
Oct 8, 2024 At the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) on October 1st, the winners of the 2024 IBEX Innovation Awards Program were announced. The program is managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and judged by Boating Writers International (BWI). The judges selected 13 Innovation Award winners and 5 honorable mentions from over 80 entries submitted…
Oct 8, 2024 14Forty Designs, LLC— spearheaded by CEO and founder of ASA Tom Irions and 20-year industry veteran Doug Graham, Jr, 14Forty Designs introduces itself to the market as an efficient, high-end graphics printing company specializing in vinyl graphics, backlit acrylics, vehicle wraps, marketing POP, signage, and more. Kicking off business with the purchase of state-of-the-art large format…
Oct 1, 2024 Fall is a busy time for almost everyone it seems and it brings some very valuable activities as companies position themselves for the 2024 / 2025 fiscal year. I hope the last year has been positive for you and your business and that you are planning greater success in the coming 12…
Oct 1, 2024 Last week in Rhode Island, Wave WiFi was honored with a prestigious Product of Excellence Award at the 2024 NMEA Expo. This accolade recognizes our unwavering commitment to providing outstanding wireless internet solutions for the maritime industry. We are thrilled to announce that Wave WiFi will be exhibiting at the IBEX show in…
Oct 1, 2024 Like all Quadrant Marine Institute programs, the MSM course has been designed by our industry for our industry, with topics that are relevant and specific to the work of Marine Service Managers. Delivered by experienced professionals in the field, with mentorship from Subject Matter Experts in law/contract, insurance, safety, human resources, environmental protection…
Oct 1, 2024 Furuno proudly accepted six Product of Excellence awards at the 2024 NMEA Awards, pushing their total to an impressive 260 NMEA wins since 1971. Each year, NMEA members – comprised of dealers, distributors, industry professionals, and certified technicians – vote for the industry’s top products. The consistent recognition of Furuno’s products underscores their…
Oct 1, 2024 ePropulsion Americas, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, just announced their partnership with Vision Marine Technologies to power their innovative vessels with proven electric propulsion solutions. For over a decade, ePropulsion has been providing its products to energize Vision Marine Electric Boat’s cutting-edge low-voltage boat solutions. The collaboration between the two companies represents the…
Oct 1, 2024 Brunswick Corporation and many of its industry leading brands, wrapped up another successful Cannes Yachting Festival with leading market share, new product introductions, and another significant accolade for Brunswick Boat Group. The event featured displays from Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Navan, Navico Group products, Mercury Marine, and Flite, showcasing the Company’s global customer appeal…
Oct 1, 2024 Boating Ontario is excited to announce the hiring of Mitch Smallman-Tew as their new Team Leader. Mitch brings a wealth of experience in the automotive marketing space and a strong background in team leadership and public speaking. Rick Layzell, Boating Ontario CEO had this to say. “After receiving over 350 resumes, Mitch stood tall amongst the competition and we…
Oct 1, 2024 Actisense, renowned specialists in marine electronics, have been honored as the Manufacturer of the Year at the 2024 National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) Conference and Expo. This prestigious event, held at the OMNI Hotel in Providence, Rhode Island, concluded with the NMEA Product of Excellence Awards on Thursday, September 19th. This marks the third consecutive…
Sept 24, 2024 Over the weekend, I read with a mixture of interest and sadness, the story published in the Globe & Mail Report on Business about how Canada‘s middle class got shafted. This was the first in a series of essays called Prosperity’s Path, written by Dan Brenznitz. This week’s story lays out how we…
Sept 24, 2024 YANMAR Marine International (YMI) has launched the E-Saildrive, its first electric propulsion product designed to provide an easy transition to emission-free sailing. Launched globally at Cannes Yachting Festival and Newport International Boat Show, the E-Saildrive range utilizes a ‘plug and play’ platform for easy installation and connection. This, combined with an integrated gear, motor,…
Sept 24, 2024 RMI Holdings, the parent company of Regal Boats, proudly announces that it has signed a contract to acquire a 38-acre, 170,000-square-foot waterfront boat manufacturing facility in Merritt Island, Florida. Located just 44 miles from its Orlando headquarters, this strategic acquisition positions RMI Holdings for significant long-term growth and operational expansion. This purchase aligns with RMI Holdings’ broader…
Sept 24, 2024 Rightboat, the rapidly growing online boat sales marketplace, has appointed Josie Tucci as Vice President of Marketing and General Manager of its expanding North American operation. Josie brings a wealth of experience, having previously led international sales and marketing teams in the marine industry for over 20 years. She joins Rightboat as the company experiences double-digit…
Sept 24, 2024 Mercury Marine announced that the Avator™ 75e and 110e electric outboards have started to ship to global customers. The 75e and 110e, which were officially launched in June, are the latest models of Mercury’s five low-voltage Avator electric propulsion systems to be in market. Mercury’s Avator lineup now includes the 7.5e, 20e, 35e, 75e, and…
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, has announced the distinguished list of judges for the 21st IBEX Innovation Awards Program. Managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and independently judged by Boating Writers International (BWI), the program is one of the marine industry’s most prestigious honors recognizing manufacturers and suppliers who…
Sept 17, 2024 As of Sunday September 15, after being open for comments for eleven days, there were only 35 responses to the Transport Canada website questionnaire that asked, “What are your thoughts on requiring recreational boaters to use PFDs/lifejackets?” The worst thing our industry can do is to fail to participate in what might…