Changing Scene

Vision Marine Technologies marks a strategic milestone with Neogy Startek’s Advanced Lithium Battery production facility completion

Apr 9, 2024 On April 3, 2024, Vision Marine Technologies Inc., a leader in electric marine propulsion, was thrilled to announce the commissioning of its partner Neogy, a subsidiary of Startek Energy Group, state-of-the-art lithium battery production facility in Pompignac, France. This pivotal development marks a significant milestone in the industrialization of high-tension battery packs designed specifically for…

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Hear, hear! Underwater microphones offer extra protection to BC’s iconic whales

On April 4th, 2024, Ocean Wise announced a new method to help protect whales from ship disturbances and collisions in BC’s waters.

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SV Dorothy, Oldest Canadian-built Sailboat, Wins 2024 Classic Boat Award

The Maritime Museum of BC’s classic 30’ sailboat Dorothy, built in Victoria in 1897 is back in the winner’s circle! Supporters of Dorothy’s extensive refit and continued sailing along the BC coast have been anticipating the news of the 2024 Classic Boat Awards, administered by the yachting world’s most prestigious magazine, UK-based Classic Boat Magazine.

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Don’t Miss Out on the recognition you deserve – deadline to submit is May 16!

Entries are now being accepted for the 2024 International Achievement Awards (IAA) competition. These awards return for the 77th year of recognizing the best projects across the specialty fabrics industry. Entering these awards is an opportunity for you to showcase your technical skill and talent to the entire industry.

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Brunswick Corporation Named one of ‘America’s Most Trustworthy Companies’ by Newsweek for Second Consecutive Year

Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest recreational marine technology company, has been named by Newsweek to its list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for the second consecutive year.

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What’s fair, what’s reasonable, and what do you want?

We have some excellent news to share this week but first, a bit more on the yacht broker class action lawsuit unfolding in the United States. Last week we wrote that the suit was brought against several organizations in the yacht sales world. The

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The Big Picture: Great Lakes ice coverage hits new low

Apr 2, 2024 According to NOAA, ice cover on the Great Lakes usually peaks in late February or early March. But this year, it bottomed out, grazing 3.46 percent, on March 3, when the data used in this graphic were downloaded. Satellites have kept tabs on the lakes’ iciness for more than 50 years, recording their…

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The Maritime Museum of BC Eyes the End of the 4th Annual “Float the Boat” Fundraising Campaign with One Milestone to Go

Staff at the Maritime Museum of BC celebrate one milestone to go!(L-R: Events and Development Manager Anya Zanko; Development Coordinator Tina Edwards; Executive Director Brittany Vis)Photo courtesy of The Maritime Museum of BC. Apr 2, 2024 The Maritime Museum of BC’s 4th annual Float the Boat fundraising campaign nears its end, running until 4 April 2024. Only one more milestone in…

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How long do you really need an EPIRB?

Apr 2, 2024 For some boaters, it’s 10 days according to BoatUS Foundation beacon rental program statistics. The majority of America’s nearly 12 million recreational boaters don’t often travel far offshore, beyond cellular or VHF range. But for those who only do on a rare occasion, having an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) is important, allowing…

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Baltimore bridge collapse: potential for significant supply chain disruption

Apr 2, 2024 On March 26 at around 1.35am ET, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after it was struck by a container ship. The container ship involved is the Singapore-flagged Dali which can carry just under 10 000 TEU (20ft shipping containers) and was operating on a 2M alliance service between Baltimore and the…

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GOT MY ATTENTION…

Maybe it’s the Donald Trump news cycle but there just seems to be a lot of attention going to high-profile court cases these days. I feel like everyone is on trial or is suing everyone else – sometimes both! After a while you become a bit numb to it all but a newsletter last week from Phil Friedland, (a well-known marine industry veteran) got my attention.

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2024 Marine Fabrication Excellence Awards

Sponsored by the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA), the Fabrication Excellence Awards contest is designed to recognize excellence in marine fabrication. The entries are judged by a panel of certified marine professionals. Awards of Excellence and Outstanding Achievement Awards are given in each category.

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Nine global electric marine associations sign ‘landmark’ manifesto

Mar 26, 2024 We learned from a story by Anna Cummins in the Marine Industry News feed from the UK, that nine national electric marine associations worldwide have signed a manifesto prepared by the International Electric Marine Association (IEMA), which the global association hails as a ‘landmark moment’ for the global electric marine industry. The IEMA manifesto urges a…

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GLOS CEO Jennifer Boehme Testifying before American House Subcommittee

Mar 26, 2024 GLOS CEO, Jennifer Boehme, testified before the American House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife, and Fisheries last Thursday, March 21st. Jennifer spoke about the importance of mapping the Great Lakes in high-resolution and how the region would greatly benefit from data created from this effort. Earlier this year, Representatives Lisa McClain…

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EPA plans a ban on methylene chloride

Mar 26, 2024 We have recently learned through Chemical Concepts that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been moving forward with a ban on methylene chloride, a chemical commonly found in contact cement, adhesives, sealants, etc. Although this ban will begin to take effect in June, it will be phased in over time and some adhesive manufacturers are already…

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Electric vessel maker Candela closes record funding round of €24.5M

Mar 26, 2024 Candela, the leading maker of sustainable, electric hydrofoil vessels, today announced it has closed the largest funding round in the company’s history, to expand production of its game-changing P-12 ferry. A key partner in the 24.5 million EUR round is Groupe Beneteau — the largest global boat maker. Globally, waterborne transport emits 3% of global GHG…

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EBI and ICOMIA seal a new strategic partnership that underscores close cooperation

Mar 26, 2024 European Boating Industry (EBI) and the International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) are pleased to announce the signing of a new strategic partnership agreement aimed at fostering collaboration and advancing the interests of the European and global recreational boating industry. The three-year strategic partnership agreement is based on the shared commitment of both associations…

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Competing for talent

Mar 19, 2024 I was literally shocked at the news shared with me last week by Warren Howes. Warren was Program Manager – Corporate Training and Development at Georgian College for nearly a quarter of a century. Even after all that experience, he was shocked at the story in the OrilliaMatters.com website. Schulich Builders announced…

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SFA Saniflo Canada Appoints Wavedrive Sales as National Sales Representative for its Sanimarin Product Line

Mar 19, 2024 Marek “Mark” Janczarski of Wavedrive Sales at SFA Saniflo Canada’s booth during the 2024 Toronto Boat Show. SFA Saniflo Canada, a division of Group SFA, in the market of above-the-floor macerating and grinder pump systems, drain-water and condensing pumps and heavy-duty lifting stations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Wavedrive Sales as its…

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New ICOMIA Diversity Committee

Mar 19, 2024 The International Council of Marine Industry Associations, ICOMIA, has formed a new ICOMIA Diversity Committee. The committee, which is open to all ICOMIA members, has been formed in response to requests from members and in an effort to raise the profile of this topic with reports showing that increasing diversity not only…

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