Even the most experienced boaters can encounter difficulty when maneuvering in close quarters or backing into a dock and adding a thruster package just may not be possible for every boat. Canadian products, Sideshift Stern Thrusters are ideal for boats from 20 to 50', whether cruiser, sportboat, sailboat, houseboat, pontoon boat or catamaran. With effortless joystick control, they put any captain in confident command of his craft.
According to TechCrunch, only 20% of all Apps get downloaded more than 100 times. So why has the Man Over-board app for iPhone already been downloaded more than 2,000 times in 44 countries? We put the question to the man who developed the app, sailor Adrian Stanway, CEO of Intelligent Maintenance. “Sadly an MOB situation is a fairly common occurrence. Try putting ‘Man Overboard’ into Google Alerts. You will find that every day, somewhere in the world, an MOB is either rescued or lost at sea. Simply put, it could happen to you”.
Organizers of the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced a strong turnout of highly qualified attendees to this year’s show, attendance was equal to 2012 total verified attendance of 4,700. The boating industry’s networking and trade event took place at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville from September 17-19. Thom Dammrich, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) commented, “IBEX was well attended this year, but what was most striking to me was that business was taking place on the show
Commander Dan Shipman, Recreational Boating Safety Specialist for the 13th Coast Guard District received the Innovations Award on Sept. 17 at the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators’ conference. The Innovations Award, which is sponsored by Kalkomey Enterprises, Inc., parent company of Boat Ed, recognizes Shipman’s perseverance in delivering the Coastal Bar Warning and Information System in the coastal harbors of Oregon and Washington.
“Boating is the quintessential Canadian summer activity; our role quite simply is to help make it safer,” says Jean Murray, Chair of the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC), at the launch of its annual Symposium. The CSBC hosts a symposium each year, inviting boating organizations from around the globe to discuss ways to encourage the boating population to enjoy boating – with safety in mind. Over the next two days, the Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa will be home to close to 70 Symposium participants.
Our item in last week's Newsweek about Mosquito Creek Marina’s seventh annual Boat Show at the Creek stated incorrectly that the BC Yacht Brokers Association was a sponsor of the show. BCYBA was not a sponsor of the September 19-22 event; the sponsor roster included:
Celebration on the Water
Seaspan
Outlook
JLT
Cedar Creek Estate Winery
The Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association will be hosting valuable ABYC Marine Electrical Certification courses this December 9th through 12, 2013 in Nova Scotia. The sessions will feature ABYC Director of Education Ed Sherman. Here is Ed video taped in Louisville, Kentucky at the 2013 IBEX Show, extending his own personal invitation to join his sessions
Jeanneau of the Americas will have a big presence at Annapolis in the United States Sailboat Show October 10 through 14, 2013, with a whole range of new and updated sailboats to inject a big dose of consumer excitement into the industry. Annapolis is a major show for Jeanneau and Paul Fenn, President of Jeanneau of the Americas has put a short video invitation together, encouraging people to attend this significant show.
Mosquito Creek Marina’s seventh annual Boat Show at the Creek, September 19-22, enjoyed three days of good weather and solid attendance before autumn rains struck with a vengeance on the closing Sunday. Exhibitors reported quality traffic and some sales at the show, Western Canada’s largest on-water event, carrying on the positive outlook that has buoyed the coast’s boat sales sector throughout 2013. Sponsored by the BC Yacht Brokers Association, the show brought more than 160 boats, including an impressive selection of new sail and powerboats, to the North Shore marina’s docks, along with about 70 shoreside displays of boating products and services.
Canadian Yachting in partnership with Robertson & Robertson Yacht Insurance Ltd. invite you and a guest to the 10th Anniversary Canadian Breakfast! To our friends in the Canadian marine industry, if you are going to be attending the Annapolis Show, come and join us for breakfast on Friday October 11th.
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced the winners of the 2013 IBEX Innovation Awards. A panel of experienced technical boating journalists and editors from Boating Writers International (BWI) judged all entries and presented awards to the winners at the All-Industry Breakfast, which took place at the 2013 IBEX conference. IBEX organizers created the Innovation Awards to recognize significant contributions to marine product technology.
“We are extremely pleased with the caliber of all entries this year,” said Alan Wendt, chairman of the BWI judging panel. “Marine technology is
Canoe Cove Marina and Boatyard have now received their brand new 83 ton Marine Travelift. This makes Canoe Cove’s the largest Travelift on southern Vancouver Island. Not only does the new lift pick up a tremendous weight, it is also wider than all island lifts south of Campbell River. Yachts and commercial vessels up to 80’ long and 22.5 ‘wide weighing up to 166,000 lbs. will be able to be lifted and to be worked on by the owners or by one of the many excellent marine service provider’s at Canoe Cove. Canoe Cove Marina and Boatyard was the first on Vancouver
The spotlight is on the customer at this year’s BC Marine Industry Conference November 27th and 28th at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond. Registration for the 3rd Annual Conference is significantly higher than the same time the previous two years, according to the BC Marine Trades Association (BCMTA).
“We are thrilled with the positive response to this year’s conference. Our goal always is to deliver on a theme that will provide our members and other attendees with the tools and support they need to grow and evolve their businesses,” says BCMTA Executive Director Kim Barbero. “We know that customer satisfaction correlates directly to profitability and our goal is to set people up for success.”
With more than double the number of dealers than last year’s event, Campion Marine is optimistic about the upcoming year. The Campion dealer network was introduced to the 2014 model lineup which also included the introduction of the newly acquired Reinell brand.Brock Elliott, President said, “40 years is quite a historic milestone; one that we are very proud to have achieved through the commitment and support of our dealer network, our dedicated and talented staff and our suppliers. We had a very good turnout of dealers this year and are
Thursday, September 19, 2013 the Port Credit Yacht Club,YBAA and CPYB hosted an event that is worth three recertification credits for current CPYB members. Members in need of credits took advantage of these events to attain them. Upwards of 30 attendees were on hand, consisting of Brokers and Dealer, keynote speaker was Linda Warren. This year's agenda and details are listed below in case you are considering attending the next event.
The Port Credit In-Water Boat Show capped off its 23rd boat show with strong sales in the larger boat category. The only show of its kind, the Port Credit Boat Show provides brokers and dealers with a great venue to sell off any non-current inventory, clearing the decks for new boat models. “Even though crowds were down slightly, buyers still came and bought boats,” stated Lori Mason, show manager. The show estimates that 12 boats sold in all, more than 15% of the total boats on display. “There’s always an ‘after-shop’ in every show, so we estimate that sales will be even stronger,” continued Mason.
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced the winners of the second-annual Exhibitor Video Awards (EVAs) at the All-Industry Breakfast Monday morning. SeaStar Solutions (formerly Teleflex Marine) won both the Best Product Video for “Optimus 360 by SeaStar Solutions” and Best Company Video for “Teleflex Marine Is Now SeaStar Solutions.” The People’s Choice Award went to Dometic Corporation for their video, “Dometic Spot Zero Dock Box Hose Down Your Boat and Let It Air Dry.”
Just when you thought Team Oracle USA was going to be almost shut out of the America's Cup racing by challenger Team Emirates New Zealand, they came back with a few adjustments to their boat and a crew that has executed brilliantly. The action on the course has been some of the best America's Cup match racing ever, and probably may never be seen again. The AC72s are fast and the tactics added to the thrill and challenges on San Francisco Bay. San Francisco may turn out to be one of the best venues for America's Cup racing. Over the weekend, the crowds approached 52,000 people for a total of three exciting races with many more watching on TV and through live internet streaming around the world.
CMC Electronics is pleased to announce the dates for their upcoming product road shows. You are invited to bring your staff to learn about the latest trends and new products from the top electronic manufacturers. You will be able to:
Talk to factory representatives & CMC technical staff
Take advantage of the 2014 CMC Electronics Booking Program
Train your staff on what’s happening in our ever changing electronics world for 2014
Volvo Penta of the Americas now offers a fuel additive to protect marine engines from the harmful effects of fuels containing ethanol. Volvo Penta Ethanol Fuel Treatment is suitable for any outboard or sterndrive system and is strongly recommended for use every time you fill up with ethanol-blended gas to protect your engine from damage. “Ethanol-blended fuels such as E10 and E15 are approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the automotive market, but ethanol damages marine engines and fuel systems due to the corrosive properties of alcohol,” explained David Kennedy, Director Parts and Accessory Operations, Volvo Penta of the Americas. “Unlike automobiles, most marine engines are only operated intermittently. Today’s oxygenated and