October 28, 2025 The fall is always a busy time of year but this year feels even more hectic than usual. I didn’t get down to the NMEA Annual Conference this year, but I hear it was very good and a reflection of the many exciting developments in the marine electronics field. There certainly were…
October 28, 2025 Dometic kicked off the 2025 International Boatbuilding Exposition and Conference in winning style, earning a National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Innovation Award for its new CSX Series “Coldmachine” self-contained refrigeration system. At an awards ceremony during the 2025 IBEX show’s opening industry breakfast, the Dometic CSX Series was named the winner in the Mechanical Systems…
October 28, 2025 LOOKOUT, the AI pioneer in marine safety, has been awarded the 2025 IBEX Innovation Award for Marine Electronics. Each year, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) appoints a panel of expert judges to review hundreds of new products and present the winners during the Industry Breakfast event, attended by hundreds of boat builders, dealers, and press. “LOOKOUT…
October 28, 2025 The National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) elected a new slate of officers and three new members of the Board of Directors during the Association’s annual General Membership Meeting at IBEX. Taking the helm as NMRA President is Rob Guerrieri of Atlantic Marketing. Joining Rob on the Bridge: Nick Gove, Vice President (Midwest Outdoor…
Medallion featuring the artwork of Nusi Ian Reid, Heiltsuk Nation. Photo courtesy of the Maritime Museum of BC.
October 28, 2025 Parks Canada is pleased to share that the first Implementation Report for the Trent-Severn Waterway and Peterborough Lift Lock National Historic Sites of Canada Management Plan (2022) is now available. The report summarizes the actions Parks Canada has taken in 2023 and 2024 to advance the vision, strategies, and objectives outlined in the management plan. To read the full…
October 21, 2025 One of my associates at OP Media Group just shared a business email about brokerage boats and the brokerage business more broadly. The author of the email said that in the marine business, we are going through some significant changes. One of the long-time yacht brokerage companies in Ontario has just closed their…
October 21, 2025 Maple Leaf Marinas (MLM) is pleased to announce the expansion of its brand portfolio, now offering Beneteau, Wellcraft, and Four Winns across its dealership network. The addition of these respected Groupe Beneteau brands further broadens MLM’s lineup and provides more Canadian boaters with access to some of the world’s most recognized names in recreational boating. …
October 21, 2025 Simrad Marine Electronics, a brand within Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has announced the launch of the Simrad® AutoCaptain™ Autonomous Boating System, a revolutionary advancement in marine technology featuring full auto-docking capabilities, including docking, undocking, and short distance maneuvering. Unlike assistance-based systems currently on the market, AutoCaptain delivers true autonomous maneuvering, engineered from the ground up with exclusive Mercury Marine® propulsion integration and a dedicated…
October 21, 2025 Shockwave Seats, a global manufacturer of marine suspension seating, announces a new partnership with ComMar Sales, a long-standing and respected marine manufacturer’s representative group serving the U.S. East and Gulf Coast. “Shockwave leads the way in marine suspension seating, delivering unmatched comfort, safety, and performance in the harshest conditions,” said Norm MacLeod, Vice President…
October 21, 2025 Doubling in size since its inaugural edition in 2024, the 2025 RS21 Canadian Class Nationals saw 12 boats compete for the title in Halifax, Nova Scotia, October 4-5. Hosted as part of Bedford Basin Yacht Club’s One Design Fall Regatta – one of the largest one-design keelboat regattas in Canada – the RS21 fleet was the biggest class on the water, showcasing the rapid…
October 21, 2025 Marine equipment manufacturer and supplier Quick Group has formally entered a partnership with the United Marine Manufacturers Association, Inc (UMMA) through its Florida-based US division, Quick USA. The agreement, which was signed and came into force at the start of September 2025, marks a further step in Quick USA’s strategy to expand its presence and partnerships within the American leisure…
October 21, 2025 On October 8, 2025, Parks Canada advised that, due to prolonged dry conditions and limited precipitation across the watershed, water levels on the Trent-Severn Waterway are expected to gradually recede to the minimum or below the navigable range after the close of the 2025 navigation season on October 14, 2025. As a result, water levels…
October 21, 2025 The Ontario government is celebrating record-breaking attendance as the Level Up! career fairs gain momentum across the province, connecting thousands of students, educators, and jobseekers to exciting, in-demand careers in the skilled trades. Early stops on the 2025 tour have already drawn impressive crowds: Grafton (Coburg) Barrie Sudbury With nearly 11,125 young…
October 21, 2025 HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer, professional and enterprise markets, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Sound United, the former consumer audio business of Masimo Corporation (NASDAQ: MASI). Sound United’s portfolio of iconic audio brands includes Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, Definitive…
October 21, 2025 The 2025 Annapolis Sailboat Show concluded after four days of impressive crowds, vibrant programming, and sustained industry momentum. Held Oct. 9–12 at Annapolis City Dock, the internationally recognized event once again served as a dynamic meeting ground for sailing enthusiasts, marine professionals, and new boaters. Despite a forecast that tempered Sunday attendance and delivered challenging winds, overall turnout…
October 14, 2025 As you probably know from last week’s Boating Industry Canada News Week, the IBEX show has always been a big favourite with me. It’s a very convenient big summary of all the good stuff the industry has been working on over the past year (plus a preview of the coming features and…
October 14, 2025 12 Products Recognized During the Industry Breakfast and Awards Presentation The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced the winners of the 2025 IBEX Innovation Awards Program. The program is managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and judged by Boating Writers International (BWI). The judges selected 12 Innovation Award winners and four honorable mentions from a record…
October 14, 2025 From the most recent NMMA Canada newsletter, we learned that Finance Minister Francois-Phillipe Champagne has announced the Government of Canada will table its federal budget on November 4, 2025, and several developments are directly relevant to the marine industry. Strategic Response to TariffsThe government has announced the budget will contain a new $5 billion Strategic Response Fund to…
October 14, 2025 Recognizing Excellence in Marine Electronics:2025 Product of Excellence Awards and Distributor & Manufacturer Members of the Year The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 NMEA Product of Excellence Awards. The awards are widely recognized as the premier honor in the marine electronics industry. Each year, NMEA members and…