Boating BC receives Transport Canada Boating Safety funding
Boating BC, the not-for-profit industry association dedicated to enhancing boater safety on all British Columbia’s waterways…
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The start of boating season 2021
This May 2-4 weekend may not have had the momentum and excitement that normally ushers in boating season and we hope that has not dulled your business results.
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Limestone expands by acquiring Ebbtide
The Limestone Boat Company, manufacturer of heritage brand Limestone boats has announced its acquisition of Ebbtide Holdings, LLC in White Bluff, TN.
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Yamaha Motor Canada and Safe-Guard Products Canada Partnership Delivers Complete Powersports Protection Solution to Dealers
On May 13, Yamaha Motor Canada announced a partnership with Safe-Guard Products Canada, Ltd, the leading provider of private label protection products for the automotive, RV, marine and powersports industries.
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U.S.-EU Agreement to Halt Tariffs on U.S. Recreational Boats announced
The U.S. and European Union (EU) last week announced that the parties had reached an agreement to suspend the June 1 increase of tariffs on U.S. boats entering the EU, effective immediately.
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Sea Ray adds more sun to the Sundancer 370 with Webasto
By its very name, the Sundancer 370 Outboard elicits images of outdoor adventure and elegance. The newest model from Sea Ray® is fully loaded with next-generation technology and upscale amenities such as a Series 80 Marine Sunroof from Webasto.
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Groupe Beneteau reports First-quarter business & outlook for 2021
The boat market and the outdoor accommodation market show positive trends at the start of 2021, and both of the Group’s divisions have effectively capitalized on this, despite the cyberattack mid-February.
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2021 Sea-Doo RXP-X 300 claims Red Dot Award and Boating Industry Top Products
The all-new Sea-Doo RXP-X 300 recently received prestigious recognitions for both innovation in design and impact on the marine industry. The Red Dot awards product design with the highest design quality and innovation potential.
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Mercury announces plans to launch Electric Power starting in 2022
During their recent virtual investor day, Brunswick CEO David Foulkes highlighted the company’s record first quarter.
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Vernon boat builder, KingFisher Boats is Gold Standard Best Managed Winner
KingFisher Boats, family-owned aluminum boat builder, has successfully retained its Best Managed status, becoming a Gold Standard winner.
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The ‘New Normal’ for Boating in Hurricane Country: More Storms Mean More Frequent Recreational Boat Storm Preparations
It’s a double whammy for coastal boaters this Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1 and runs through November 30. Not only are more storms predicted for the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season, but also the average annual number of storms has increased from 12 to 14 because of updated storm season data.
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MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. Reports Record Earnings for Fiscal 2021 Third Quarter
On May 12th, MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCFT) announced financial results for its fiscal 2021 third quarter ended April 4, 2021.
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Brunswick Corporation Brands Win Six Top Product Awards from Boating Industry Magazine
Six different Brunswick Corporation products have received Top Product Awards from Boating Industry Magazine, highlighting the Company’s industry-leading innovation across its diverse portfolio of product segments and brands. The awards are given to “the marine industry’s best new and innovative products.”
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Boating Industry Recognizes Volvo Penta Assisted Docking in Top Boating Products of the Year
Volvo Penta’s Assisted Docking technology has been honored among the top products of the year by Boating Industry magazine. The top 50 boating products appeared in the May issue of the monthly boating trade magazine.
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Aqua Boat Club is coming to Kelowna, BC
Aqua Boat Club is coming to Kelowna, BC as a part of the master planned lakeside community, Aqua Waterfront Village, which offers a one-of-a-kind moorage and valet, boat sharing and mechanical services.
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Making it easy to find stories from past News Week Digest editions
It seems that everyone has an email inbox where every new email piles in on top of the previous ones in an unending cascade of time pressure.
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Yamaha Motor Canada Announces Marketing Team Changes
A lifelong marine and powersports enthusiast with three years under his belt as a member of Yamaha’s marketing team, Cody McGhee brings his varied experience with the company and a passion for outdoor recreation to his new role as Marketing Coordinator – Marine & Special Markets.
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NMMA applauds the Biden Administration’s 30×30 Plan to Balance Conservation and Access
In their May 7th edition of Currents, the NMMA’s newsletter, the organization expressed its support of the announcement on May 6th, where the Biden Administration outlined its vision to conserve 30 percent of U.S. lands and waters by 2030, commonly known as the “30 by 30 Initiative.”
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Maple Leaf Marinas acquires three more full-service marinas
Maple Leaf Marinas (MLM) is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of three full-service marinas located on Georgian Bay. Dave Rozycki, President of MLM, remarked that “Our Spring 2021 acquisitions of Payne Marine (Pointe au Baril), Moon River Marine (Mactier) and Georgian Shores Marina (Owen Sound) are perfect complements to our growing portfolio…
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Japanese Manufacturers cooperate on development of hydrogen fueled marine engines
On April 27th, 2021, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd., Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd., and Japan Engine Corporation formed a consortium of Japanese engine manufacturers to pursue joint development of hydrogen fueled marine engines for ocean-going and coastal vessels towards establishing a world-leading position in hydrogen engine technologies.
