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MDCE 2014 TO FEATURE 12 NEW SPEAKERS
The 2014 Marine Dealer Conference & Expo will feature the most powerful educational lineup in the history of the event, offering more sessions for today’s marine industry professionals than ever before. Twenty-four experts will provide 30 presentations at the MDCE, taking place Nov. 16-19 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., and half of those speakers will be presenting at the event for the very first time. -
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STUDY HIGHLIGHTS CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARDS ON HOUSEBOATS
Boaters and marina workers should exercise caution this summer before taking to the seas. A study published online in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene (JOEH) outlines hazards posed by carbon monoxide levels on houseboats that use gasoline-powered generators without emission controls, along with controls that are available to reduce exposure to carbon monoxide from the generators. -
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HOURS OF OPERATION EXTENDED FOR RIDEAU AND TRENT SEVERN
The federal government announced extended hours of operation for both the Rideau Canal and Trent-Severn Waterway, in time for the Canada Day long weekend. Parks Canada will add a total of 112 hours to the navigation schedule over the entire boating season — a great achievement for recreational boating and the result of our industry's unified advocacy efforts under the leadership of NMMA Canada. To ensure ongoing positive dialogue with the government, NMMA Canada will continue dialogue with the staff of Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister Responsible for Parks Canada, and many other departments on Parliament Hill to ensure issues that directly impact recreational boating nation-wide are being addressed. -
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BRP INTRODUCES THE NEW G2 ENGINES, THE NEXT GENERATION OF EVINRUDE E-TEC
BRP has revealed a new outboard engine that they claim produces up to 75% fewer total regulated emissions, with 15% better fuel efficiency and 20% more torque than leading four-stroke engines: G2 engines, the next generation of Evinrude E-TEC outboard engines. “BRP’s Evinrude brand is an integral part of one of the most innovative powersports companies in the world,” said Alain Villemure, vice-president and general manager of BRP’s Marine Propulsion Systems division. “Our reputation for inventing and reinventing the playgrounds we’re in dictates that a new era in outboard engine technology and design would originate from BRP.” -
PROSPEC GAINS CONTRACT RENEWAL WITH IBBI
Chosen as a premium audio supplier in 2012 by Independent Boat Builders, Inc. (IBBI), Prospec Electronics is recognized yet again for its dedication to manufacturing and distribution of high-quality marine audio products. Now the association continues to award the electronics company by renewing its contract for another year. -
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GROUPE BENETEAU IS ACCELERATING ITS DEVELOPMENT IN NORTH AMERICA WITH AN ACQUISITION
On June 23rd, 2014, the Bénéteau Group acquired RecBoats in the US. This company is specialized in designing, building and selling motorboats and owns the Four Winns, Glastron, Wellcraft and Scarab brands. This acquisition is in line with the Group's development strategy for the North American motorboat market. After launching sales of motorboats over 12 meters in 2010, the Group is embarking on the second phase of its project, with motorboats under 12 meter -
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WEST MARINE OPENS NEW SAUSALITO FLAGSHIP STORE
West Marine announced the grand opening for its new flagship store in Sausalito, CA. Grand opening festivities kick off on Thursday, July 31 at 8 a.m. and go through Sunday, August 3. The parking lot will be transformed into a waterlife show, with boats and marine-related schools and clubs. In-store events will include tips from experts, electronics demos, door-buster deals, giveaways and raffles. The new Sausalito store is located at 192 Donahue Street, in the Marin Gateway Shopping Center. -
MAKE THE DEALERSHIP CULTURE, CASH CONNECTION AT MDCE 2014
Thought leader John Spence to help marine retailers build a team culture that will improve their top and bottom line. When you build a strong dealership culture in which employees feel vested in the business, it can unlock higher sales and profitability for even the most successful marine dealerships.
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MERCURY MARINE INTRODUCES FOUR NEW ENGINES DURING IT’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
This year, Mercury Marine is celebrating its 75th anniversary, from its humble beginnings in Wisconsin to its growth into the world’s leading provider of marine engines. Last week at their Fond du Lac, Wisconsin headquarters, the celebrations included the introduction of four new engines. It is the culmination of celebrations that were announced last January.
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LEGENDARY BASKETBALL COACH BOB KNIGHT TO KEYNOTE 2014 INTERNATIONAL BOATBUILDERS’ EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE INDUSTRY BREAKFAST
Nominations now being accepted for several industry awards. The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), taking place September 29 – October 2, 2014 at the Tampa Convention Center, has announced that legendary basketball coach Bob Knight will present a motivational speech on "Winning" at the annual Industry Breakfast
