Marine industry careers through Georgian College – still time for 2022 registration
Does your marine industry business have a promising young person who could build a great career in the business?
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Technology will transform the business, not just the boats
Last week in the Editor’s Message I wrote about “Techs of the future…” and the idea that exciting new technologies could attract more young people into the marine industry.
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Carefree Boat Club in Canada joins forces with the Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons as the exclusive Boat Club for CPS-ECP members
The Canadian Power and Sail Squadron (CPS-ECP) has a new valued service for their members – and it is with Carefree Boat Club (CBC) in Canada.
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The Limestone Boat Company adds first Canadian dealer to represent its Aquasport Boats brand
The Limestone Boat Company – owner and builder of Aquasport Boats, Limestone® Boats and Boca Bay Boats – recently added its first Canadian-based dealer to represent the Aquasport Boats brand: DeWildt Marine & Powersports.
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NMMA explains the impact of Canadian ‘Luxury Tax’
The Canadian government’s proposed ‘luxury tax’ on new recreational boats valued above $250,000 CAD is set to go into effect September 1, 2022. Despite two years of NMMA and the Canadian marine industry advocating against this tax, the Canadian government will move ahead with this measure.
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MarineMax to acquire IGY Marinas significantly expanding global marina and services business
On August 9, 2022, MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Island Global Yachting LLC (“IGY Marinas”)…
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Freedom Boat Club celebrates 50,000th membership
Freedom Boat Club recently announced a significant milestone as it surpassed 50,000 memberships across its 360 global locations. With their application to the Freedom Boat Club Seattle, Walter and CJ Robles signified this achievement.
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Brunswick Executive Vice President and Chief HR Officer Jill Wrobel Named to List of 2022 Crain’s Chicago Business’ Notable Executives in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest recreational marine manufacturer, has announced that Jill Wrobel, Brunswick Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, has been named to the 2022 list of Crain’s Chicago Business’ Notable Executives in HR and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
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BRP introduces ground-breaking Rotax Outboard Engine with Stealth Technology in all-new Manitou, Alumacraft and Quintrex models
On August 7, 2022, BRP introduced fully redesigned Manitou, Alumacraft and Quintrex boats featuring the all-new Rotax Outboard Engine with Stealth Technology. Disappearing under the boat, and engineered not to be seen or felt, this new engine technology is a game-changer.
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Plugboats: Ninth annual Monaco races showcase latest electric boat innovations
The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (MEBC) took place in the principality July 8 to 13 and shows how far the technology of electric boating has come and give some hints about what lies ahead.
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Techs of the future…
As you read this on Tuesday morning, August 9th, I will be in New York city with Brunswick’s A-Team including CEO David Foulkes, Aine Denari – Brunswick Boat Group President, Alex Cattelan -Chief Technology Officer, Brenna Preisser – President of Business Acceleration as well as representatives from Boston Whaler, Mercury, Sea Ray, Freedom Boat Club, Bayliner and more. It’s a major event for sure.
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Yamaha Financial Services Announces 2022 ‘Win Your Yamaha’ Contest Winner
When Brent S., entered Blackfoot Motosports, his local Yamaha dealer in Calgary, to claim his $500 gift certificate he didn’t know he’d be leaving with much more than that!
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The first BRP Experience Center opens at Fairmont Le Château Montebello
BRP is continually making powersports more accessible by offering new and seasoned enthusiasts unique experiences. BRP (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) is proud to announce the launch of the very first BRP Experience Center in its home province of Quebec.
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Navigare Yachting named distributor for Island Spirit Catamarans
Navigare Yachting is pleased to announce its partnership with Group Island Spirit (GIS) to represent Island Spirit Catamarans through exclusive distributorship in Europe and the United States.
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Deadline approaching for IBEX Innovation Awards entries
Entries are being accepted for the 2022 IBEX Innovation Awards now through August 16, 2022. One of the marine industry’s most prestigious honors, the Innovation Awards recognize manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, pioneering products to market.
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Advanced Textiles Association debuts new logo – name-change from IFAI
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA), recently launched their new logo. ATA became the official new name of the association formerly known as Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), on June 1 and have now released their new look.
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ABYC Publishes Updated Boat Building and Repair Standards
2022-2023 Supplement is the largest printed to date with 20 new and revised standards including E-13, Lithium Ion Batteries. The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has published its 62nd supplement to Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft.
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Brunswick Corporation Establishes Navico Group – the marine industry’s leading supplier of integrated systems and products
On August 3, 2022, Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) announced the formation of Navico Group, which will replace its current Advanced Systems Group (ASG).
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Half-time is the right time
Across Canada we are at the half-time of summer 2022, the weather has been mostly great and working in the boat business probably has never looked more attractive.
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Sea-Dog Line, ARCO Marine & Meguiar’s Win 2022 NMDA Supplier of the Year Awards
Sea-Dog Line, ARCO Marine and Meguiar’s are the winners of the 2022 National Marine Distributors Association (NMDA) Supplier of the Year awards.
