Problem or opportunity?
Shortages of people seem to be hitting all sorts of businesses and industries. I find it hard to comprehend but it seems to be a global issue, not just Canada or even North America-wide.
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Suzuki Marine USA completes Ecofuel Run to The American Boating Congress
The opening of the 2023 American Boating Congress (ABC) in Washington, DC featured a small boat that recently concluded a truly big and significant adventure — running by water from Suzuki Marine’s home state of Florida up to the nation’s capitol.
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Groupe Beneteau focuses on boating – enters exclusive negotiations with Trigano for the sale of its Housing business
Groupe Beneteau is announcing that it has entered exclusive negotiations with Trigano, a European market leader for leisure vehicles, concerning the sale of its Housing business, specialized in manufacturing leisure homes for the camping tourism sector in particular.
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Georgian College and Mercury Marine host High School Student event
High school students from Collingwood and Bradford came to the Georgian College Midland Campus on May 3rd to be introduced to the opportunities available in the Marine, Small Engine and Welding programs.
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Like Playoff Hockey
It occurs to me that running your business this coming summer is a lot like playoff hockey. In many markets across the country we again face a short season, intense competition from all the other vacation options that were blocked during COVID, and the clock is running. Labour Day is coming.
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John Morris honoured at Spring Thaw Luncheon
John Morris, Editor of Canadian Yachting OnBoard and Sailing in Canada News Digests, was honored in March at the 2023 Spring Thaw Lunch, Toronto’s annual kick off to a new sailing and boating season.
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CRUISERSYACHTS.COM gets a new look
Cruisers Yachts recently launched a new website redesign. The new site offers an exceptional user experience with fresh branding and updated functionality.
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Canada Infrastructure Bank marks its first EV charging investment with a $220 million commitment to FLO®
In late April, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and FLO announced their plan to bring more than 2,000 public fast charging ports online across Canada by 2027.
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Brunswick Corporation wins a record 11 Top Product Awards from Boating Industry Magazine
Brunswick Corporation announced that the company had won a record 11 Boating Industry Magazine 2023 Top Product Awards recognizing the strength of the Company’s portfolio of brands and commitment to innovation.
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The Sharing Economy – profits or problems?
As we start into May and the hope of a great summer in 2023, we have a question that you may want to ponder. Do you see the sharing economy affecting your business now or in the future? And if so, does it bring profits or problems?
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New 4-digit channel numbers on marine VHF radiotelephones
Radio Holland put out a press release that primarily applies to shipping but that may have an impact on some pleasure craft as well.
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Brunswick Corporation announces expansion of BoatClass with eight new locations for the 2023 boating season
Brunswick Corporation has announced the expansion of its BoatClass program, an immersive on-water training program designed to teach boating safety and assist boaters in gaining confidence on the water.
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ABYC announces Outstanding Technician Winners
As part of the International Marine Service Technician Week, April 24-29, the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the five recipients of the 2023 Outstanding Technician Awards, sponsored by Yamaha.
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Celebrate your marine service technicians this week!
Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest wants to join in the ABYC initiative to celebrate all the marine technicians this week!
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Suzuki Marine USA running EcoFuel Powered Sea Pro from Florida to Nation’s Capitol for the American Boating Congress
Suzuki Marine USA embarked on an important journey beginning Tuesday, April 18, setting out from Jacksonville, Florida on a nearly 800-mile journey by water to Washington D.C., where the 259 Sea Pro center console will be highlighted in an on-the-water display during the 2023 American Boating Congress, May 8-10.
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Oceans Protection Plan Emergency Towing
In their recent Member Newsletter, Boating BC invited readers to be aware and to respond to the Oceans Protection Plan Emergency Towing initiative.
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Mercury Marine wins four prestigious iF Design Awards
Mercury Marine has been recognized with four International Forum Design (iF) awards for its Avator™ 7.5e electric outboard motor, its V10 Verado® outboard and its V12 Verado® outboard.
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Mercury Marine achieves electrification milestone as first Avator™ electric outboards now shipping to global customers
Mercury Marine has announced the first group of Avator™ 7.5e electric outboards has shipped to global customers, representing a major milestone in Mercury’s electrification strategy.
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Industry celebrates Marine Service Technician Week, April 24-29
The ABYC invites businesses and boaters to celebrate their technicians this week! To bring awareness and recognition to marine service professionals who keep boats safe, reliable and enjoyable, the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) designated April 24-29, 2023 as International Marine Service Technician Week.
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BYD Secures Contract to Design New Electric Passenger Catamaran
Ontario-based BYD- Naval Architects, a dynamic design firm within the marine industry, have successfully secured the design contract to develop a new electric 27 metre Passenger Catamaran for Ottawa Boat Cruises as part of their initiative to continue delivering zero emissions tourism to Canada.
