Changing Scene

Navico Group and Elettromedia Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Integrated Marine Audio Experiences

September 15, 2026 Last week at Cannes, France, Navico Group, a global leader in integrated systems and marine electronics and a division of Brunswick Corporation, announced a strategic partnership with Elettromedia, the multinational group behind the Audison and Hertz audio brands, to create more seamless and connected onboard experiences for boaters worldwide. The collaboration is designed to help…

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Maritime Marine Supply and CC Marine Join Forces

From the left – Ron Savidant President, Maritime Marine Supply, Laura Stewart, CFO Maritime Marine Supply, Chris Bulmer, Kelly Bulmer and Rick Chang, CC Marine Distributors September 15, 2026 Maritime Marine Supply is pleased to announce that CC Marine is joining Maritime Marine Supply and will move forward as CC Marine, a Division of Maritime…

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Dometic Expands Its Marine Business with New State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Hub in Italy

September 15, 2026 The Marine Segment of Dometic Group, a leading global outdoor technology company, is expanding its business with a new purpose-built manufacturing and distribution facility in northern Italy to increase production capacity, strengthen its European operations and support global demand for its marine solutions. Located in Cabiate, in the province of Como, the new build-to-suit manufacturing and distribution…

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Denison Brings Worldwide Yacht Search to ChatGPT

September 15, 2026 Denison built an app that brings worldwide yacht listings into ChatGPT, so buyers can search, compare, and explore yachts for sale without ever leaving the conversation. It’s the first yacht brokerage app in ChatGPT, and right now, the only one. It’s live today in beta, and the company is building it in the open. More and more buyers start…

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Tariffs & Federal Support Available for Canadian Marine Businesses Impacted by U.S. Tariffs

September 11, 2026 On Friday, September 11, 2026 NMMA Canada issued the following notice to their members regarding the Canada-US trade measures: Following the latest escalation in Canada-U.S. trade measures, we want to make members aware of federal programs that may provide support to Canadian businesses affected by tariffs and broader trade disruption. Beginning September 15,…

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Lithium-Ion or Lead Acid Batteries?

September 8, 2026 Are your customers planning to replace their boat batteries with Lithium-Ion units? Lithium-Ion batteries are now ubiquitous showing up in everyone’s cell phone, in all sorts of power tools, the portable computers that we all use every day right down to kids toys. More than just being close to a universal power…

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Bill Yeargin Named 2026 NMMA Hall of Fame Inductee

September 8, 2026 The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has announced Bill Yeargin, former president and CEO of Correct Craft and past chair of the NMMA Board of Directors, as the 2026 inductee into the NMMA Hall of Fame, the association’s most prestigious honor. Yeargin will be presented with the award during the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) annual Industry Breakfast,…

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Dr. Shrink Launches EnviroShrink, a Landfill-Biodegradable Product

September 8, 2026 Dr. Shrink, Inc., leader in shrink wrap film and installation supplies, is introducing EnviroShrink, a new earth-friendly shrink wrap designed to deliver the same performance professionals count on while providing a smarter solution after disposal. Built for everything from marine storage to industrial applications, EnviroShrink performs just like conventional film. The difference comes after the…

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Come to ABYC’s Standards Week 2027!

September 8, 2026 Join the ABYC this January 10–15, 2027 in San Antonio, TX. ABYC Standards Week is where the marine industry sets the course for safety and innovation. Technical leaders and fellow industry peers will update standards headed for Supplement 67 (to be published July 2027), ensuring today’s decisions build tomorrow’s boats. Registration is open now, and this event is FREE to attend!…

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Boating Ontario Welcomes Natalie Conway as Incoming CEO

September 1, 2026 Boating Ontario is pleased to welcome Natalie Conway to the team as incoming CEO, effective September 1, 2026. Natalie will work alongside current CEO Rick Layzell as he transitions into retirement on December 31, 2026. Natalie brings exceptional bench strength to the association as she has most recently served as the Executive…

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Uncertainty Peaks During Boating Ontario Event

Our foursome at the Boating Ontario Marine Worx Fundraising Golf Tournament – from the left, Greg Nicoll (Canadian Boating), holding the Canadian flag, Steve Roell and Pete Roell (www.conceptstorage.com) and Andy Adams September 1, 2026 At 10:00 am on August 25th while everyone was getting ready to play in the annual Boating Ontario Golf Tournament,…

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NMMA on New U.S. Tariffs on Select Canadian Products Take Effect

September 1, 2026 The NMMA reported in their August 24th newsletter, that on Saturday, August 22nd, the Trump Administration’s new 50% tariff kicked in on certain imports from Canada. The tariffs, announced in July, were originally supposed to go into effect on Aug. 19; however, President Trump issued a three-day delay in the implementation as negotiators neared a deal late last week….

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Maple Leaf Marinas’ Fuel Your Hospital Fundraiser Raises More Than $36,000 for Local Hospitals

September 1, 2026 Seven-year fundraising initiative brings total community impact to more than $192,000 Maple Leaf Marinas is proud to announce that its seventh annual Fuel Your Hospital fundraiser raised more than $36,000 for six local hospitals across Ontario, bringing the campaign’s cumulative donations to more than $192,000 since its inception in 2020. Held over the August long weekend at all…

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HanseYachts AG Appoints SRC Marine as New Fjord Dealer in Turkey

September 1, 2026 HanseYachts AG is strengthening its presence in the Turkish market and has appointed SRC Marine as the new official dealer for Fjord in Turkey. Led by Görkem Sarıca, SRC Marine will represent the Fjord brand in Turkey and further develop sales, customer relationships, and brand presence in this strategically important market. “This is a great time for…

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Boston Whaler Delivers “Boatload of Backpacks” to Local Schools for 16th Consecutive Year

September 1, 2026 Continuing a tradition that began 16 years ago, employees at Boston Whaler recently delivered a “Boatload of Backpacks” filled with school supplies and snacks to local elementary schools, helping students and teachers prepare for the start of the 2026 school year. This year’s effort brought together employee donations and support from the Boston Whaler…

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ABYC Certification Pricing is Changing

September 1, 2026 Beginning September 1, 2026, ABYC will implement two pricing updates: • Course fees will increase by 5%. • Shipping charges for course study guides will be billed separately on the same invoice, rather than included in the course fee. With rising operational and shipping costs, these adjustments will help ABYC continue providing industry-leading training….

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Boating Ontario Announces Incoming CEO

August 25, 2026 Boating Ontario is pleased to welcome Natalie Conway to the team as incoming CEO, effective September 1, 2026. Natalie will work alongside current CEO Rick Layzell as he transitions into retirement on December 31, 2026. Natalie brings exceptional bench strength to the association as she has most recently served as the Executive Vice President of the Ontario RV Dealer Association….

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Tis the Season…

August 25, 2026 The season to sign up new staff members for the future, that is. Or maybe, to promote a promising one and assist them in building a career in the industry with more education and a career path that they can follow. I think the best gift you can give a promising young…

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IBEX Names Judges for 2026 Innovation Awards

August 25, 2026 The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced the distinguished list of judges for the 23rd 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 bring new, innovative products to market. Each of the…

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Boating Ontario Announces Level Up! 2026

August 25, 2026 The Boating Ontario team is thrilled to announce the return of Level Up!, Boating Ontario’s youth engagement initiative that brings marine industry careers to life for the next generation. This hands-on program introduces high school students to the diverse, exciting, and in-demand opportunities that exist within Ontario’s boating and marine trades. Last year, the Boating Ontario…

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