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VICTRON ENERGY LAUNCHES BATTERY BALANCER

Victron Energy has launched its new battery balancer. Not all batteries are created equal, and when multiple batteries are combined to create one large battery bank, the small differences between the batteries can cause problems that substantially shorten the life time. The battery balancer prevents this by actively correcting the imbalance. Besides correcting, it is also equipped with an alarm function to give a warning in case of a large deviation. Its stunning simplicity and effectiveness is the result of Victron Energy’s extensive experience and knowledge, gained whilst working with both conventional and lithium batteries.

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MERCURY ENGINES PRODUCE THREE CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INDEX AWARDS

Mercury Marine received 2014 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index Awards this week in each of the three propulsion categories: outboard engines, sterndrive engines and inboard engines.

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BENETEAU AMERICA RECEIVES 2014 MARINE INDUSTRY CSI AWARD

Beneteau America was honoured with the 2014 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award in the Sailboats category to acknowledge its efforts and excellence in customer satisfaction. The announcement occurred yesterday during the annual Industry Breakfast at the 2014 International Boatbuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) in Tampa, FL.

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MIKE MAYNARD, NORTHERN LIGHTS VICE PRESIDENT AND NORTHEAST BRANCH MANAGER, HAS DIED

Mike Maynard, longtime Northern Lights Vice President and Northeast Branch Manager, died peacefully at his home on September 20, after a long bout with cancer. He was 62.

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IBEX KICKS OFF AT TAMPA CONVENTION CENTER WITH INDUSTRY BREAKFAST AND KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY BOB KNIGHT

A Variety of Prestigious Awards were Presented at Industry Breakfast. Over 650 marine industry professional packed into the Industry Breakfast and Awards Ceremony to kick off the 24th Annual International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) taking place this week at the Tampa Convention Center.

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NEW ENGLAND BENETEAU DEALERS GEARING UP FOR A STRONG BOAT SHOW

Beneteau America announced last month that they are increasing their presence by 50% in the Newport International Boat Show, putting on display 16 boats both power and sail for visitors to tour and purchase. The increased presence is a direct result of demand in this market, but also of Beneteau’s conscious effort to continuously invest and introduce new products to the public.

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NMMA CANADA’S ADVOCACY EFFORTS HELP ALIGN RECREATIONAL BOAT CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS BETWEEN CANADA AND U.S.

The National Marine Manufacturers Association Canada (NMMA Canada) is pleased with the announcement of the Canada-United States Regulatory Cooperation Council Joint Forward Plan.

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SABRE BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON ITS LARGEST EVER YACHT

When Sabre first began building 28 foot sailboats in 1970, there were very few large, owner operated motor yachts in use. Over the past forty+ years the fleet of large, private vessels has grown dramatically with new operating systems allowing owner operators to be the masters of their own yachts. Sabre followers have watched as the size of the yachts we offer has shifted with the times.

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A LARGER, AND SMALLER, CLEAR START™ SAILING WATCH RANGE

Understanding that no two sailors are alike, Ronstan has just expanded its Clear Start sailing watch range with two new styles and five new models designed specifically for sailors. They include a new smaller size watch that is perfect for women and youth sailors, as well as two attractive new stainless steel models for sophisticated yet functional everyday use.

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IBEX TO OFFER RBFF SPECIAL SESSION ON ENGAGING THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY IN RECREATIONAL BOATING AND FISHING

How to target and engage new or underserved audiences, including the Hispanic community, will be the main topic at a special session of the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) on Wednesday, October 1 from 10:30 am – 12 pm. The session is sponsored by the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF), an organization with a well-established Hispanic outreach campaign, and co-sponsored by Soundings Trade Only.

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BAYVIEW YACHT HARBOUR AND DON HYDE MARINE NAMED AMONG TOP MONTEREY BOATS CSI DEALERS

Monterey Boats is proud to announce the top ten Monterey CSI Dealers for 2014! These dealers earned the highest marks from their returned Customer Service Surveys for the 2014 Model Year. The awards were presented during the Monterey Boats annual Dealer Conference held at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, Florida.

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NMMA MERGES STRICTLY SAIL CHICAGO AND CHICAGO BOAT, SPORTS & RV SHOW TO CREATE ULTIMATE OUTDOORS DESTINATION

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has announced that it is combining the Chicago Boat, Sports & RV Show with Strictly Sail Chicago to create Chicagoland’s premier boating and outdoors event.

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MARLOW MAINSHIP HOLDS PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION ANNOUNCES ENHANCED BUILDING TECHNIQUES

Marlow-Hunter, LLC, the manufacturing arm for Hunter sailboats and Mainship trawlers, now known as Marlow-Hunter (MH) and Marlow-Mainship (MM), brought together dealers and prospective dealers for the formal unveiling of the revamped introduction of the MM32 and MM37 at Marlow Yachts Sales facility in Palmetto, FL.

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LEARN ABOUT THE AWLGRIP® AWLWOOD EXTERIOR CLEAR SYSTEM

The experts from Awlgrip® will be on hand in booth 25 at the 2014 Newport International Boat Show (September 11-14 at the Newport Yachting Center in Newport, RI) to discuss the features and benefits and answer questions about the best-selling Awlgrip Awlwood Exterior Clear System.

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START PLANNING NOW — EXHIBIT SPACE WILL BE SOLD OUT!

It is important that you act now to renew space for the 2015 Vancouver Boat Show, January 21-25 — indoors at BC Place, and in-water at the Granville Island floating boat show.

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24TH PORT CREDIT IN-WATER BOAT SHOW CELEBRATES ITS 24TH YEAR

The Port Credit In-Water Boat Show celebrates its 24th year at the Port Credit Harbour Marina – September 12-14th (note new dates). The only show of its kind on Lake Ontario, the Port Credit Boat Show is THE early fall boat show to attend. Walk the docks and view over 100 new and USED power and sailboats showcased by yacht brokers and dealers from the Port Credit Harbour Marina, Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Pickering, and Muskoka.

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YOU ARE THE EYES AND EARS OF THE CASBAS!

We depend on YOU to make us aware of the goings on across Canada that warrant special recognition in the fields of recreational boating safety and environmental stewardship. And it’s simple too! Just fill in the nomination form below and provide as many details as possible including any newspaper clippings, photos, web site addresses, etc. Unfortunately, nominations submitted without appropriate details cannot be accepted. Also, please ensure the nominee is informed about the nomination. Nominations close on November 7, 2014.

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FOUR SHORT COURSES AT 2014 SNAME MARITIME CONVENTION PROVIDE CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

SNAME Maritime Convention will offer professional engineers an opportunity to earn continuing education credits through one of four all-day courses scheduled during the 2014 SNAME Maritime Convention, October 20-25 at the Hyatt Regency in Houston, Texas.

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MARLOW MAINSHIP HOLDS PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION

Marlow-Hunter, LLC, the manufacturing arm for Hunter sailboats and Mainship trawlers, now known as Marlow-Hunter (MH) and Marlow-Mainship (MM), brought together dealers and prospective dealers for the formal unveiling of the revamped introduction of the MM32 and MM37 at Marlow Yachts Sales facility in Palmetto, FL. One portion of the day consisted of open water demos on both models from MM engineering and sales staff to Mr. David E. Marlow, owner and Chairman, taking the wheel of the new two head, two stateroom MM37. Built on a 40 chinned hull the MM37 has all the amenities one would expect from a Marlow product powered by twin 260hp Yanmar engines.

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WELCOME ABOARD (LITERALLY) FOR THE 2014 MONTREAL IN-WATER BOAT SHOW!

From September, 5th until the 7th, the Quebec Marine Association (QMA) will host the 5th edition of the Montreal In-Water Boat Show. The event will take place in the Old Port. For the 12 000 awaited visitors, this is a unique occasion to discover, free of charge, more than a hundred types of boats of all sizes in the heart of Montreal.

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Changing Scene

VICTRON ENERGY LAUNCHES BATTERY BALANCER

MERCURY ENGINES PRODUCE THREE CUSTOMER SATISFACTION INDEX AWARDS

BENETEAU AMERICA RECEIVES 2014 MARINE INDUSTRY CSI AWARD

MIKE MAYNARD, NORTHERN LIGHTS VICE PRESIDENT AND NORTHEAST BRANCH MANAGER, HAS DIED

IBEX KICKS OFF AT TAMPA CONVENTION CENTER WITH INDUSTRY BREAKFAST AND KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY BOB KNIGHT

NEW ENGLAND BENETEAU DEALERS GEARING UP FOR A STRONG BOAT SHOW

NMMA CANADA’S ADVOCACY EFFORTS HELP ALIGN RECREATIONAL BOAT CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS BETWEEN CANADA AND U.S.

SABRE BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON ITS LARGEST EVER YACHT

A LARGER, AND SMALLER, CLEAR START™ SAILING WATCH RANGE

IBEX TO OFFER RBFF SPECIAL SESSION ON ENGAGING THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY IN RECREATIONAL BOATING AND FISHING

BAYVIEW YACHT HARBOUR AND DON HYDE MARINE NAMED AMONG TOP MONTEREY BOATS CSI DEALERS

NMMA MERGES STRICTLY SAIL CHICAGO AND CHICAGO BOAT, SPORTS & RV SHOW TO CREATE ULTIMATE OUTDOORS DESTINATION

MARLOW MAINSHIP HOLDS PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION ANNOUNCES ENHANCED BUILDING TECHNIQUES

LEARN ABOUT THE AWLGRIP® AWLWOOD EXTERIOR CLEAR SYSTEM

START PLANNING NOW — EXHIBIT SPACE WILL BE SOLD OUT!

24TH PORT CREDIT IN-WATER BOAT SHOW CELEBRATES ITS 24TH YEAR

YOU ARE THE EYES AND EARS OF THE CASBAS!

FOUR SHORT COURSES AT 2014 SNAME MARITIME CONVENTION PROVIDE CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

MARLOW MAINSHIP HOLDS PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION

WELCOME ABOARD (LITERALLY) FOR THE 2014 MONTREAL IN-WATER BOAT SHOW!

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