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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 -
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ZF MARINE LOSES A PILLAR OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MARINE INDUSTRY
ZF Marine Propulsion Systems Miramar LLC regretfully announces the passing of Mr. AJ Halavacs, Pleasure Craft Product Line Manager, North and Central America. Mr. Halavacs had been fighting an illness for a number of years. “It’s a devastating loss to our team and to the industry” said Wolfgang Schmid, Director, Industrial Technology, Head of Marine Propulsion Systems Region North and Central America. -
FUGAWI ANNOUNCES ANDROID SUPPORT VIA PATHAWAY
Charts from Leading Online Service Get Expanded Platform Compatibility. Northport Systems Inc.has announced greatly expanded chart support for Android mobile devices. With the latest version of PathAway for Android, users with a Fugawi X-Traverse Cloud Passport now have access to 82 different product offerings including the latest in marine charts, weather information, and topographic maps. -
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BOATERSKILLS.CA – NEW GROUP TRAINING PROGRAM
BoaterSkills.ca instructors Craig Hamilton and Bob Minielly were at South Bay Cove Marina, Georgian Bay, for two days of boater training. SAFETY in CLOSE QUARTERS is a new program offering to marinas and their members which combines a docking and close-quarters seminar in the morning, followed by two hours of on-board instruction with each boater.
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PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE FOR ABYC STANDARDS UPDATES
Discounted pre-orders are available through July 1 for the annual update to the Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft. Supplement 54, published by the American Boat and Yacht Council, coincides with the association's 60th anniversary year. Among the many important ABYC standards changes in the 2014-2015 supplement is H-41 Reboarding Means, Ladders, Handholds, Rails and Lifelines. Based on a project conducted by ABYC with a USCG grant, it reflects the test results on reboarding ladder rung depths and angles. -
RAYMARINE ANNOUNCES NEW AUTOPILOT AND ENGINE INTEGRATION WITH YANMAR PROPULSION SYSTEM
New Evolution™ Drive-by-Wire autopilot control for Yanmar Joystick system plus simplified access to Yanmar engine data Raymarine is pleased to announce that two of the company’s ground-breaking products are now compatible with selected Yanmar engine systems. Fully tested and certified by both parties, the Evolution™ DBW brings autopilot control to vessels equipped with Yanmar VC10 and JC10 (Joystick) Control Systems; connecting direct to provide unrivalled steering control of the Yanmar propulsion systems. The ECI-100 Universal Engine and Control Interface gives access, via Raymarine multifunction displays (MFDs), to Yanmar engine data Evolution™ autopilots perceive their environment and then instantly calculate and evolve steering commands to maximize performance. -
