Changing Scene

NMEA announces new Board Members, Re-Elected Officers for 2024

Jan 23, 2024 The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) has announced the newly elected board members and officers who will serve the three-year term from 2024 through 2026. The NMEA volunteer board consists of top-level company executives, technical installers, NMEA Certified Marine Electronics Technicians (CMETs), National Marine Electronics Technicians (NMETs), sales representatives, standards experts, and business owners. The following…

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Mustang Survival and Wing Group enter year with new leadership at the helm

Jan 23, 2024 Outdoor industry professional Kenny Ballard has been appointed Mustang Survival’s new President. Ballard takes over responsibilities from Juanita Killen, who stepped into the role of Interim President in 2023, leading the company through a challenging year of growth and evolution. Additionally, Lance Richardson, an expert in domestic manufacturing and efficiency, takes on the newly created…

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Mercury Marine unveiled two new Avator electric outboards, high-voltage electric concept propulsion system at CES 2024

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…

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ABYC Celebrates 70 Years of Success

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).

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Vancouver International Boat Show opens on January 31

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…

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66th Annual Toronto International Boat Show Returns to Exhibition Place

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;…

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Correct Craft unveils new website, showcasing brands, history, and exclusive resources

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…

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Brunswick Corporation to Exhibit Industry Leading ACES Technologies during the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show

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…

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Atlantic Cruising Yachts enters new strategic partnership with Navy Point YachtSales to form ACY Great Lakes

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…

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Starting 2024 with celebration

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…

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ABYC Standards Week kicks off this week

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…

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RS Sailing Reflects on a Record-Breaking 2023

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…

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Navico Group Announces Major Investment in its Lowell Facility to Establish Two Centers of Excellence for Metal Fabrication and Electrification Development

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…

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Jeanneau Yachts 55 Named Top 10 Winner for Sail Magazine’s Best Boats 2024

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…

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Brunswick Corporation announces multiple solar installations to its global manufacturing facilities

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…

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NMMA Canada Hall of Fame history

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.

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See Taiga’s Orca Performance electric watercraft in action at the Toronto Boat Show

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…

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Nordic Tugs announces Grand Yachts Inc., British Columbia as Authorized Dealer for Western Canada

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…

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Join one of 3 Zoom Workshops with Dr. Gordon Giesbrecht (Aka Professor Popsicle) Be Safe Around Cold Water!

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…

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Dometic launches Optimus 3000 Series electric steering for a wide variety of inboard boats

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…

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Changing Scene

NMEA announces new Board Members, Re-Elected Officers for 2024

Mustang Survival and Wing Group enter year with new leadership at the helm

Mercury Marine unveiled two new Avator electric outboards, high-voltage electric concept propulsion system at CES 2024

ABYC Celebrates 70 Years of Success

Vancouver International Boat Show opens on January 31

66th Annual Toronto International Boat Show Returns to Exhibition Place

Correct Craft unveils new website, showcasing brands, history, and exclusive resources

Brunswick Corporation to Exhibit Industry Leading ACES Technologies during the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show

Atlantic Cruising Yachts enters new strategic partnership with Navy Point YachtSales to form ACY Great Lakes

Starting 2024 with celebration

ABYC Standards Week kicks off this week

RS Sailing Reflects on a Record-Breaking 2023

Navico Group Announces Major Investment in its Lowell Facility to Establish Two Centers of Excellence for Metal Fabrication and Electrification Development

Jeanneau Yachts 55 Named Top 10 Winner for Sail Magazine’s Best Boats 2024

Brunswick Corporation announces multiple solar installations to its global manufacturing facilities

NMMA Canada Hall of Fame history

See Taiga’s Orca Performance electric watercraft in action at the Toronto Boat Show

Nordic Tugs announces Grand Yachts Inc., British Columbia as Authorized Dealer for Western Canada

Join one of 3 Zoom Workshops with Dr. Gordon Giesbrecht (Aka Professor Popsicle) Be Safe Around Cold Water!

Dometic launches Optimus 3000 Series electric steering for a wide variety of inboard boats

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