IJC WATER LEVELS WEBINAR
Boating Ontario has shared with us a notice of an upcoming webinar being hosted by the International Joint Commission (IJC). Please see the description below and register to participate if you are able.
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COVID-19: NEW FEDERAL BUSINESS SUPPORTS
Mar 31, 2020
Continuing our partnership with NMMA Canada and Canada’s marine trade associations, Boating Industry Canada News Week brings you this important bulletin on COVID-19 and the new Federal Business Supports.
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WORLD’S-FIRST INTEGRATED ANGLING EXPERIENCE WITH CONNECTED FISHING RODS AND BOAT-MOUNTED ELECTRONICS
ANGLR, Lowrance® and Abu Garcia®, announce the successful collaboration between the three brands to blend their cutting-edge technologies to create a powerful new way to plan, record and relive fishing adventures – all while using precise data to catch more fish.
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HIRAM WALKER & SONS DISTILLERY PROUD TO PRODUCE HAND SANITIZER TO HELP CANADIAN FIGHT SPREAD OF COVID-19 VIRUS
As part of the national effort to fight the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and its Walkerville Hiram Walker & Sons Distillery in Windsor, Ont. are proud to announce that they will be producing hand sanitizer.
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HANSEYACHTS AG SECURES PRODUCTION AND JOBS
On March 19, 2020 HanseYachts announced that while the coronavirus crisis defines the international headlines and reduces public activity to a minimum, HanseYachts AG was able to secure their production sites on time and therefore ensure the ongoing yacht production as well as its employees’ health.
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BRUNSWICK TEMPORARILY SUSPENDING PRODUCTION DUE TO CORONAVIRUS
METTAWA, Ill., March 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brunswick Corporation (NYSE:BC), today announced that it will suspend production at certain of its propulsion and boat operations over the next few weeks in response to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
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FEDERAL & PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENTS ANNOUNCE MORE THAN $100 BILLION IN RELIEF
Mar 27, 2020
The following Boating Industry Canada News Week Bulletin has been compiled for our readers by NMMA Canada to provide a summary of the latest steps our Federal and Provincial Governments are taking to support Canadians during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation.
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NEWS WEEK BULLETIN – COVID-19 MARINE INDUSTRY UPDATE
Mar 25, 2020
Starting today, Boating Industry Canada News Week will be working closely with NMMA Canada and Canada’s other regional marine trades associations to provide an ongoing summary of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation that matters most to our industry.
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VOLVO PENTA OF THE AMERICAS RECEIVES NATIONAL GREAT PLACE TO WORK RECOGNITION FOR SECOND YEAR IN A ROW
For the second year in a row, Volvo Penta of the Americas has achieved recognition as a Great Place to Work by a national institute that promotes and measures workplace excellence.
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RANGER BOATS RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
National Marine Manufacturers Association honors Ranger Boats for world-class quality, customer service with two coveted CSI Awards
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GARMIN RECEIVES CONSECUTIVE SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR HONORS FROM IBBI
Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:GRMN), the world’s leading marine electronics manufacturer, today announced that it was awarded the prestigious Supplier of the Year distinction for the second year in a row from the Independent Boat Builders, Inc. (IBBI).
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BOATING ONTARIO MOVES TO RESCHEDULE REGIONAL MEETINGS AND SPRING TRAINING
Boating Ontario has announced that due to the current climate and the key measures that need to be taken in preventing the continuing spread of COVID-19 as being avoidance of large crowds and practising ‘Social Distancing’ they are making the difficult decision to cancel both their Regional Meetings and Spring Training events.
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YACHT BROKERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA CELEBRATES 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Celebrating a century of service, the Yacht Brokers Association of America (YBAA) provides a strong voice for the yachting industry. This year marks 100 years of providing guidance and support for its members, while successfully navigating many changes and challenges over the decades.
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VERNON BASED BUILDER, KINGFISHER BOATS, REELS IN THIRD CANADA’S BEST MANAGED COMPANIES DESIGNATION
Vernon, BC boat builder KingFisher Boats continues to lead the pack earning their third prestigious Canada’s Best Managed designation. In 2019, KingFisher saw continued growth in key markets, and invested in their future with a 18,000 sq. ft expansion and increased production capacity driven by a 20% larger workforce.
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CMP GROUP ACQUIRES MARINETECH PRODUCTS
On March 9th, 2020, CMP Group Ltd, a leading manufacturer and distributor of marine products announced the acquisition of MarineTech Products, Inc. based in Vadnais Heights, MN.
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YEAR-AFTER-YEAR GRADY-WHITE IS RECOGNIZED FOR EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Grady-White’s unprecedented focus on customer satisfaction was once again recognized when the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) presented the company with the 2019 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award in the fiberglass outboard boat division.
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YANMAR AND SMARTGYRO ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
YANMAR, a leading provider of marine engines and propulsion systems, and Smartgyro S.r.l., a gyro stabilization technology company, announced on February 27, 2020, that they have entered into a strategic partnership.
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RECORD RAFT-UP IN NEW ZEALAND LAUNCHES A YEAR OF GLOBAL CELEBRATIONS FOR LUXURY MOTOR YACHT BUILDER RIVIERA’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY
R Marine Flagship of Auckland in partnership with Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, has organised a spectacular event which is the first in a series of global celebrations marking Riviera’s 40th anniversary and setting a new record for New Zealand in the process.
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NMMA ANNOUNCES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM
February 27th, the NMMA announced a new executive leadership team as it reorganizes and builds the framework for NMMA’s strategic vision under NMMA President Frank Hugelmeyer.
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METSTRADE LAUNCHES INTO NEW DECADE WITH ADDED SPACE AND VALUE
Having enjoyed strong growth throughout the last decade, with exhibitor and visitor attendance figures consistently rising, the organisers of METSTRADE have announced ambitious plans for the 2020 edition and beyond.
