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2015 NMEA INTERNATIONAL MARINE ELECTRONICS CONFERENCE & EXPO

The NMEA Product Awards Committee has made several changes in the annual product awards program that are designed to expand and improve the selection process. The program has two components-the NMEA Product Awards, which are chosen by NMEA members, and the NMEA Technology Award, which is selected by an independent panel of judges. All of the winners will be named at the NMEA International Marine Electronics Conference & Expo, which will be held at the Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel in Baltimore, MD, Sept. 29-Oct. 1 2015.

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WESTPORT MARINE SUPPLY OPENS IN DOWNTOWN TORONTO

A New Marine Chandlery has opened in Downtown Toronto called WestPort

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CHRISTOPHER J. HUGHES NAMED MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR AT JEANNEAU AMERICA

Jeanneau/Prestige Yachts America recently announced the appointment of Christopher J. Hughes as its new Marketing & Communications Director.

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HELP EARTH DAY CANADA RECOGNIZE LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL HEROES

Earth Day Canada has launched the 2015 Hometown Heroes Award Program!

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SNAME MEMBER PROFESSOR JEOM KEE PAIK RECEIVES WILLIAM FROUDE MEDAL

SNAME member Professor Jeom Kee Paik, Professor of Ship and Offshore Structural Mechanics at the Pusan National University, Korea, has received The Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA) William Froude Medal, RINA’s highest professional honor.

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PENETANGUISHENE GETS $2.8 MILLION FOR CHAMPLAIN LEGACY PARK

A man dressed as French explorer Samuel de Champlain introduces speakers during the announcement of $2.8 million in funding for the legacy park in Penetanguishene.

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SEATTLE YACHTS APPOINTED AS EXCLUSIVE DEALER FOR DEFEVER YACHTS FOR THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST

Seattle Yachts has recently been appointed the exclusive dealer of DeFever Motor Yachts for Washington, Oregon, Alaska and British Columbia, Canada. The brokerage will sell the entire line that ranges from 45′ to 70′ and has ordered a 2016 52′ Euro that will make its Pacific NW debut at the September Lake Union Boats Afloat Show.

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LAUNCH OF THE NEPTUNUS 62

Boating Industry Canada was in St Catharines earlier this month to witness the launch of a new ‪Neptunus 62, model year 2016, hull number 44. This magnificent vessel will soon be going to its new home in Miami.

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ABYC UNVEILS CONSOLIDATED WARNING LABELS

The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has released new, consolidated boat warning labels. The updated and standardized graphics and messaging increase boater safety by providing easy-to-understand information. Professional-grade printed sheets are now available from ABYC.

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AMERICAN BOATING CONGRESS CONNECTS BOATING INDUSTRY LEADERS WITH CONGRESS IN D.C.

Recreational boating business leaders from across the country share economic impact stories with key Congressional decision makers

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25TH INTERNATIONAL BOATBUILDERS’ EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE EXPANDS EXHIBIT SPACE TO MEET DEMAND

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), taking place September 15-17, 2015 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY, has announced that they have added additional exhibit space due in large part to the industry’s commitment to its 25th show and to meet current demand. The event will host over 500 exhibiting companies, of which 68 are currently new for 2015, with more being added each week.

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IMTRA ACQUIRES NEW TALENT IN RESPONSE TO SIGNIFICANT GROWTH

IMTRA recently announced several new additions to its engineering, sales and marketing support teams – Dwight Escalera, Nate Cabral, Scott Glanvill and Jordan Watters.

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2015 KIMPEX MARINE SHOW OCTOBER 14-15, 2015

The KIMPEX team would be extremely happy to welcome you among its staff at the 2015 KIMPEX Marine Show, which will take place in the beautiful Quebec City next October.

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IBEX INNOVATION AWARDS 2015

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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BOATING ONTARIO SEEKS SUMMER STUDENTS

The Boating Ontario Association is seeking summer students to assist with the ongoing promotions of the Boating Ontario programs to the general public through attendance at various events throughout the province.

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SAIL AMERICA DISTRIBUTES PRELIMINARY BROCHURE FOR INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

Sail America has published a preliminary brochure detailing plans for its Industry Conference taking place June 22-24, 2015 at the Hyatt Regency Newport, Newport, RI. The brochure can be downloaded at SailAmerica.com/events/saic.

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NMMA CANADA RECEIVES THOUSANDS IN FUNDING FOR DEVELOPMENT OVERSEAS FOR THE THIRD YEAR

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Canada will receive up to $33,825 in funding from Foreign Affairs, Trade Development Canada to support Canadian recreational marine manufacturers who are interested in developing their business in overseas markets.

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DOMETIC STIIC WINS BOATING INDUSTRY TOP PRODUCTS AWARD

Dometic Smart Touch Integrated Intelligence Control (STIIC) is chosen for its innovative contribution to the marine industry

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OUTSTANDING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED BY THE NMEA

Upcoming Educational Training Sessions with NMEA

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RENTAL BOAT SAFETY BEST PRACTICES: YOUR COMMENTS WELCOME

Transport Canada has conducted a series of interviews with stakeholders who have an interest in advancing rental boat safety. The purpose of these interviews was to explore what rental agencies do to provide a safe, enjoyable rental experience to the public. Ten key themes emerged from the interviews and are summarized in the document Rental Boat Safety Best Practices (DRAFT) available for download here.

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