Changing Scene

Vision Marine Technologies Advances Tech-First Strategy with Hydrofin Partnership To Scale Hydrofoil Integration Across Pontoon Portfolio

September 23, 2025 Vision Marine Technologies Inc., a pioneer in high-voltage marine propulsion systems and multi-brand boat retailing, on September 15, 2025 announced a strategic partnership with Hydrofin, a U.S. company specializing in patented hydrofoil systems for pontoons. Through its Nautical Ventures dealership network, Vision Marine will integrate Hydrofin’s hydrofoil technology into its pontoon lineup. Hydrofin’s systems are…

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Premiering Boats and New Programs Announced for the 2025 Annapolis Sailboat Show

September 23, 2025 The Annapolis Sailboat Show, October 9-12, is charting a bold course for 2025 with a lineup that’s bigger, more dynamic, and more engaging than ever. From world premieres and a record-setting multihull fleet to fresh programs and a reimagined layout, this year’s show offers more boats, more action, and more reasons to dock in Annapolis. Here’s…

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ICOMIA Announces Publication of Market Insights: Pathways in Asia

September 23, 2025 The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) is proud to announce the release of its latest publication, Market Insights: Pathways in Asia. Market Insights: Pathways in Asia explores the development of the recreational marine industry in Asia, the eco-system and its key pillars of development – Government Advocacy, Access to Water,…

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Denison Yachting and OneWater Group Announce Merger, Creating the World’s Largest Yacht Firm

September 23, 2025 Denison Yachting and OneWater Yacht Group announced they are joining forces to create the largest yacht firm in the world. Operating with the same leadership but under the Denison Yachting brand, the combined company will have a network of 23 offices across the United States and Europe, delivering an unmatched client experience in the buying, selling,…

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Brunswick Corporation Makes Further Significant Gains at Cannes Boat Show

September 23, 2025 Brunswick Corporation, the world’s leading marine technology company, delivered an award-winning performance at the 2025 Cannes Boat Show, with increased year-over-year boat sales and outboard market share, and several notable industry awards. Brunswick’s performance at Cannes is an encouraging sign for the upcoming Genoa and Southampton boat shows. Brunswick reported nearly double the…

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Brunswick Boat Group Announces Strategic Consolidation of Fiberglass Boat Manufacturing Operations

September 23, 2025 Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the world’s largest marine technology company, today announced a consolidation of its global fiberglass boat manufacturing footprint designed to reduce fixed costs and unlock greater productivity and efficiency while maintaining the necessary capacity and flexibility for future growth. As part of this footprint rationalization, Brunswick will close its Reynosa,…

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Networking Opportunity for Life

September 16, 2025 In 2023, I attended the NMEA Conference & Expo that was held in Providence, RI that year and I was delighted with the people I met and the whole experience of the event. The 2025 NMEA Conference & Expo is coming right up on September 22 to 26 and yet, there is…

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SEA.AI Wins Innovation Award at Cannes Yachting Festival

September 16, 2025 SEA.AI, the global leader in advanced marine vision systems, has been awarded the Innovation Route Award at the Cannes Yachting Festival in the category “Solutions that improve the navigation experience.” The Innovation Route Award recognizes the most forward-thinking companies in the marine sector whose technologies enhance safety, comfort, and performance on the…

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Call for Nominations: 2026 NMMA Canada Hall of Fame

September 16, 2025 Nominations are now open for the 2026 NMMA Canada Hall of Fame, NMMA Canada’s highest honour recognizing individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to Canada’s recreational boating industry. The deadline to submit nominations is December 15, 2025. The 2026 Hall of Fame inductee will be announced during the Toronto International Boat Show…

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Lex Raas Retires from MarineMax, Transitions to Executive Advisory Role with Aquila Power Catamarans

September 16, 2025 Aquila Power Catamarans announced that Lex Raas, the transformational leader who revolutionized the power catamaran industry and built Aquila into the world’s leading power catamaran brand, is retiring from his position as President of Aquila Power Catamarans at MarineMax and transitioning to Executive Advisor role with Aquila. Raas’s remarkable career spans over five decades in…

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Boating Ontario’s Swing Into Action Golf Tournament Tees Up Big Wins for MarineWorx Development Fund

September 16, 2025 Boating Ontario Association hosted another Swing Into Action Golf Tournament on August 26, 2025, welcoming members, sponsors, and special guests to the scenic Bear Creek Golf Course. The annual event combined friendly competition, networking, and industry pride – all in support of the MarineWorx Development Fund. Players enjoyed unique on-course experiences, a variety of hole takeovers and skill competitions. BOA thanks all sponsors, volunteers,…

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Did You Remember the Drain Plug?

September 9, 2025 Launching a typical cottage boat, or a fishing boat at the ramp, you may hear someone shout, “Did you remember the drain plug?” These are famous last words but you would not expect to hear them at the launch of a brand-new super yacht. Apparently, at a yard in Turkey, the launch…

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Freedom Boat Club Expands to Christchurch and Launches ‘Freedom Local’ Membership Enhancing Accessibility

September 9, 2025 Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club, is proud to announce its continued growth in New Zealand with the opening of a new location at Te Ana Marina in Lyttelton, Christchurch. This expansion is complemented by the launch of Freedom Local, a new membership tier designed to provide affordable, easy access to…

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Brunswick Corporation Named Among World’s Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek for Third Consecutive Year

September 9, 2025 Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest marine technology company, has been named to Newsweek’s 2025 list of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies for the third year in a row. Recognized in the Vehicles & Components category, Brunswick’s continued presence on this list reflects its unwavering commitment to enhancing employee experiences, strengthening customer loyalty, and earning investor confidence….

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Join US for the 2025 Boating BC Conference Presented by Mercury Marine

September 9, 2025 Each year, professionals from across British Columbia’s recreational boating industry pause their busy schedules to come together at the Boating BC Conference—a dynamic two-day event focused on education, networking, and sharing ideas that drive our industry forward. The 2025 Conference will be held on Tuesday, November 18th, and Wednesday, November 19th at the River…

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ABYC To Host Free Webinar on 2025-2026 Standards Updates

September 9, 2025 The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) will host a complimentary webinar Sept. 17 offering marine industry professionals an overview of the newly released “Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, Supplement 65.” Released in July, the publication represents a significant update to the voluntary safety standards that guide boat building and repair worldwide. The…

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Conflicting Freedoms

Sept 2, 2025 I have always felt that boating brought us a sense of freedom, whether you were sailing along in a stiff breeze, fishing in the early dawn, or cutting across on your slalom ski, boating has always brought a sense of glorious freedom to me. But we are seeing mounting opposition to the…

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Free ABYC Webinar for Members: 2025–2026 Standards Update

Sept 2, 2025 Free Webinar: 2025–2026 Standards UpdateSeptember 17, 1:00pm–2:00pm (EDT), Online The next ABYC educational webinar, FREE for ABYC members, is Wednesday, September 17, at 1:00 PM EDT. Stay up to date with evolving technology and recently revised Standards by joining our next free webinar, featuring firsthand insights from ABYC Technical Director Brian Goodwin. Explore comprehensive compliance tools and get a jumpstart on the revised…

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Targa Boats Appoints Freedom Marine as Exclusive Dealer for Canada

Targa 32 – the undisputed 4 x 4 of the sea Sept 2, 2025 Freedom Marine International Yacht Sales, Canada’s leading yacht brokerage in new and used boat sales, adds Targa Boats to their extensive range of high-performance, luxury vessels. This new partnership introduces the renowned Finnish-built boats— known for their seaworthiness, durability, and rugged elegance—to the dynamic waters…

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Yamaha Unveils 29-Foot Flagship to Redefine Luxury Jet Boating

Sept 2, 2025 Yamaha Motor Canada has unveiled three all-new 29-foot boats —a bold new line of 295 Series jet boats designed to elevate Yamaha into the premium day cruiser market. As the company’s largest, most luxurious boats ever built, the 295 Series represents a breakthrough in engineering, comfort, and innovation — and signals Yamaha’s serious move…

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