Jan 23, 2024 Mercury Marine unveiled two new low-voltage electric outboards, the Avator 75e and 110e, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. New for 2024, the 75e and 110e complete Mercury’s 5-model lineup of low-voltage electric propulsion and bring Avator’s innovative features and intuitive use to a higher power level. Also at CES, Mercury offered a first…
Last week I was in Annapolis, Maryland at the offices of the American Boat and Yacht Council, (ABYC) to attend the ABYC Standards Week for the second time. I’m thrilled to have been there, especially because I was able to attend their 70th Anniversary celebrations. (More detail on the 70th Anniversary and the awards night appear below in this week’s edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest).
Jan 16, 2024 Prepare to set sail as the Vancouver International Boat Show makes its return from January 31 to February 4. Recognized as Western Canada’s premier showcase and sale of boats, accessories, and more, this event promises enthusiasts an extraordinary experience with unparalleled savings. As the 61st edition of this maritime extravaganza approaches, the anticipation is building…
Jan 16, 2024 DATES: January 19 – 28, 2024 LOCATION: Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place TICKETS: Ticket prices range from $5 to multi-day passes; General Admission tickets are $25. Kids 16 and under attend for FREE. WEBSITE: www.TorontoBoatShow.com The annual 10-day show kicks off on First Look Friday (Jan. 19) when organizers anticipate dozens of product unveilings across the show floor among 500 exhibitors;…
Jan 16, 2024 Correct Craft, a leader in the marine industry, is proud to announce the launch of its new website, offering a comprehensive online experience that dives into the company’s rich history, diverse brand portfolio, and other company related resources. The recently unveiled website, accessible at www.correctcraft.com, serves as a central hub for marine enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the…
Jan 16, 2024 Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest marine technology company, will exhibit many of its industry leading ACES technologies during the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show in January. Brunswick will be featuring the next evolution of its Autonomy, Connectivity, Electrification and Shared Access technologies and capabilities encompassing new electrification products, the next evolution of autonomous boating, and the CES…
Jan 16, 2024 Atlantic Cruising Yachts announced on January 12, that it has entered into a new strategic partnership with Navy Point Yacht Sales to form ACY Great Lakes. The new company will represent Fountaine Pajot and Waypoints Yacht Charters throughout the Great Lakes region. With initial local offices in Toronto and Ohio, ACY Great…
Jan 9, 2024 As you are reading this edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest, I am again attending the ABYC Standards Week, this year in Annapolis, Maryland where the ABYC is headquartered. This year Standards Week includes a celebration for the ABYC’s 70th Anniversary. We will be reporting more on that in News…
Jan 9, 2024 Attendees at ABYC’s Standards Week gather in Annapolis, sharing expertise and insights to advance boating safety standards. Industry Volunteers Convene for Standards Development, Networking The American Boat & Yacht Council, a non-profit organization responsible for developing safety standards in boat design, construction, maintenance, and repair, has launched its annual Standards Week in Annapolis. Running from…
Jan 9, 2024 Brilliant events, informative shows and some new records broken by RS Sailing and RS sailors. As the year draws to a close, RS Sailing’s Commercial Director Michiel Geerling reflects on 2023. “I want to thank everyone for an incredible year. We have had some huge achievements that I think we should not forget to celebrate.” It was a brilliant summer…
Jan 9, 2024 Navico Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation and the world’s leading supplier of integrated systems and products for the marine and RV industries, has announced a multimillion-dollar investment in its Lowell, Michigan facility to create two Centers of Excellence in metal fabrication and electrification. The investment will increase quality, capacity, and efficiency, as well…
Jan 9, 2024 We are truly honored that the Jeanneau Yachts 55 has been named a Top 10 Winner by Sail Magazine in their annual Best Boats Contest. The Jeanneau Yachts 55 draws much of its inspiration from the modern-day cruising catamaran. Loads of deck space provides for great on-deck living while a unique layout below gives both the owners…
Jan 9, 2024 Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest recreational marine technology company, has announced the completion of solar installations at three of its global facilities including its first project in Mexico. Brunswick’s Reynosa facility, which manufactures its award-winning Bayliner, Trophy, Heyday, Sea Ray, and Lund brands, has installed more than 900 photovoltaic solar panels covering 4,000 square meters on…
Welcome to the first edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest for 2024! We sincerely hope that you had a wonderful holiday season with good times, good friends and a good chance to relax and plan the year ahead.
Jan 2, 2024 Taiga Motors, the Canadian leader in the electrification of powersports, will showcase its latest personal watercraft at the Toronto International Boat Show January 19-28, 2024 at booth 136, Heritage Court. If you’d like more information about Taiga and would like to see the Orca Performance, a 100% electric personal watercraft in action at the Toronto International Boat…
Jan 2, 2024 “Nordic Tugs is pleased to announce that Grand Yachts Inc., in British Columbia has been named our Authorized dealer for Western Canada. We are excited to be working with Robb Butler and his team at Grand Yachts. We believe that their professionalism in the marine industry will serve Nordic Tugs Owner’s needs…
Jan 2, 2024 1. TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 & THURSDAY, JANUARY 182. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 & THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 83. TUESDAY, MARCH 12 & THURSDAY, MARCH 148:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Eastern If you’re a first responder, work, or just spend time recreating on, or near cold water, thisworkshop is for you. You will learn everything you…
Jan 2, 2024 Dometic expands its inboard electric steering solution with its new Dometic Optimus 3000 Electric Steering System, specifically designed to meet the load capacity and handling needs of many styles of inboard boats up to 40-feet in length. Dometic is taking even a further step into electrification of marine steering systems and introduced the new…
Jan 2, 2024 On December 18, 2023, BRP Inc., marked an important milestone in its history by celebrating 20 years of adventure, innovation and growth. BRP’s adventure began on December 18, 2003, when it was launched as a standalone company. Its mission, which remains the same today, was to create new ways to move people and redefine…
This will be my last Editor’s Message for 2023. As we all look forward to some well-deserved time off during the holiday season, it’s also a time to look back. The pace has slowed a bit for me and that leaves me with a bit more time for reflection on the events of 2023. I’m thinking that it’s been a real ‘squeeze year’ for boating.