Many Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest readers are doing business with boaters, marinas and yacht clubs in the Great Lakes Basin. We have been following the discussions around high water levels and shoreline damage to businesses, property owners and boaters.
We recently learned through the Composites World newsletter that EHang Holdings Ltd. (Guangzhou, China), an autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) technology platform company, announced on July 29 that its EHang 216 has obtained a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC)…
In January, the NMMA announced it was entering a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Transport Canada to ease the process of declaring compliance with Canadian Regulations on NMMA Certified boats and yachts for sale into the Canadian marketplace.
On February 25, 2020, the City of Langford and the Maritime Museum of BC entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the proposed construction of the Pacific Maritime Centre (PMC) that includes a new state-of-the-art Maritime Museum, office tower and conference centre that will be located at 790 McCallum Road.
Japanese outboard motor manufacturer, Tohatsu Corporation, has started deliveries of the first production units of its newest model line-up, MFS75/90/115, to worldwide distributors.
According to NMMA’s latest Monthly Shipment Report, wholesale boat shipments increased for the second consecutive month in June, up 60% compared to May, as boat building activity ratcheted back up following lockdown restrictions during the early days of the pandemic response.
Brad Zoelle has accepted the position as General Manager, Mercury Canada effective immediately. Brad joins Mercury from Sea Ray, where he spent the last five years in various roles, including most recently as Category Vice President where he was instrumental in the design and launch of many of Sea Ray’s flagship models…
In an environment where dealers are seeing unprecedented levels of activity and struggling to keep up, one area that can get missed is post-sale follow-up. To solve that issue and promote strong relationships with customers after the sale, MRAA today announced its new Virtual Business Development Center (vBDC) for dealerships.
Rhode Island Marine Trade Industry Association aims to grow boat recycling across the U.S. with novel pilot program
Scania, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of engines for boats, trucks, buses and industrial applications, has announced the availability of its new powerful and lightweight range of engines – fully emissions certified for the U.S. pleasure craft market.
Navico, parent company to the Lowrance, Simrad, B&G and C-MAP brands has announced the opening of a new U.S. office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The new office allows Navico to enhance its presence in Florida and work more closely with resellers, dealers, boat builders, consumers and major shows.
The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has published its 60th supplement of Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, which provides the marine industry with the latest in boat building and repair standards.
While it has long been a very respected practice for businesses to support a charitable cause, it seems to us that the pain and sacrifices that many people have made recently as we all deal with COVID-19, has put a spotlight on the importance of giving and generosity.
During these difficult COVID-19 times, it isn’t just humans who need to practice physical distancing; Southern Resident killer whales need space too. Everyone boating on B.C.’s coastal waters has an important role to play to keep these endangered mammals safe.
Canadian Yachting Media is pleased to announce the appointment of Jill Snider to the position of Vice President effective immediately.
While a boat’s name can be as varied as the owner at the helm, certain themes do stick out, according to Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS).
Sea-Dog Line, Star brite® and Gold Eagle are winners of the 2020 National Marine Distributors Association (NMDA) Supplier of the Year Awards.
Australia’s largest luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, is expanding its 14-hectare production facility to meet international and domestic demand and the company’s growing number of new motor yacht models.
Maple Bay Marina is pleased to announce the opening of the new boat yard under new management. The Marina is welcoming Chris Watson to manage the facility, which will be opening September 1, 2020.
The NMMA has announced that the prestigious Innovation Awards are transitioning to a virtual format as IBEX 2020 moves to an online experience.