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Northern Lights, specializing in marine power generation, propulsion and HVACR, will feature its unique Diesel Exhaust Cleaning System (DECS) at the 2013 Miami International Boat Show, February 14-18 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
Based on DCL International’s MARINE-X™ system, DECS removes soot and particulate matter as it is emitted from the diesel engine. The air and water quality on and around the vessel is vastly improved, offering a clean, enjoyable environment for everyone on board.
When equipped with DECS, exhaust gas is routed through a
Read more: NORTHERN LIGHTS INTRODUCES UNIQUE DIESEL EXHAUST...
Seakeeper has been named Brunswick Boat Group's preferred supplier for stabilization systems. Seakeeper's actively controlled gyros will be offered as options, with projects already underway on the Hatteras 77, and several new Sea Ray and Meridian Sport Yacht, Yacht and Sedan Bridge models in development.
In making this commitment to Seakeeper, Brunswick Boat Group can now offer enhanced comfort and safety to its boat customers. After
Sea Ray Boats is pleased to announce the appointment of Groupe Thomas Marine to its leading network of more than 400 marine dealers operating on six continents. The company joins Marina Fortin in serving customers throughout the province of Quebec.
Marina Fortin has been a top Sea Ray dealer for over 20 years and remains an important part of the Sea Ray dealer network.
“The addition of Groupe Thomas Marine strengthens our already considerable presence in the Quebec market,” said Andy Graves, president of Brunswick Boat Group. “I am delighted to welcome the dealership’s 29 years of experience to the Sea Ray team. Groupe Thomas Marine is committed to offering first-class service to its customers and will undoubtedly maintain the standards of excellence that our boat owners expect and deserve.”
The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) has just released an extensively upgraded version of NMEA 2000®, the industry's open architecture network standard. New Edition 3.00 replaces version 2.20 and includes updates and additions to the NMEA Network Message Database, NMEA 2000® Main Document, and NMEA 2000® Appendices A and D.
"While the NMEA Standards Committee created many improvements in the overall standard, significant changes occurred in the NMEA
Network Messages Appendix B, which contains the Network
The Halifax International Boat Show returns February 21 – 24, 2013 at Exhibition Park in Halifax. This event encompasses the largest and most sought after brands of boats and boating equipment in Eastern Canada and it’s all under one roof.
The Halifax International Boat Show is the largest boat show in Eastern Canada. Exhibited boats range in size from 6' to over 30' and include runabouts, cruisers, motor yachts, sail boats, sailing dinghies, pontoon boats, bass boats, inflatables, RIBS and personal water craft.
“For nearly four decades this show has not disappointed,” says Show Manager Scott Sprague. “This high caliber event
Pat Sturgeon offers this February 13th seminar as the first in a series of eleven Open only to CPYB Designated Yacht Sales Professionals.
This e-Seminar will kick-off the series by discussing tips and techniques for the best ways to rescue a client or deal that may be slipping away. We all know how frustrating it can be when all of your efforts to bring a deal to the table start to smolder and the deal is in jeopardy of burning up and disappearing from sight.
When: Wednesday, February 13th at 12:00 - 1:00 pm Eastern
Embracing BC’s new statutory Family Day holiday, the 2013 Vancouver International Boat Show kicks off this Thursday, February 7 and runs through Monday, February 11, showcasing the newest boats and boating products and services from more than 250 exhibitors. With new features, speakers, and attractions at both the indoor venue at BC Place and the in-water venue at Granville Island, this year’s show proves once again why VIBS truly is Western Canada’s premiere boat show.
Whether you’re new to boating or a long-time seadog, this year’s show, with its brand new dates and extended hours, makes it easier than ever for guests to get their boating season started. The addition of a third seminar stage at BC Place means attendees can now enjoy triple the entertainment and educational programming from top experts in the field; find
Pride Marine Group Innisfil, Chaparral's flagship location, is proud to be hosting a Friday night VIP
Cruiser Night and Cruiser Weekend Event, for the weekend of February 8th to 10th.
This will be an opportunity for boaters to view the lineup of Chaparral Cruisers and Robalo Boats in
the comfort and warmth of the Private Indoor Showroom without crowds or distractions.
Read more: CHAPARRAL SPECIAL VIP NIGHT AND CRUISER WEEKEND...
The show organizers are very happy to report there is no longer a threat to the Vancouver Boat Show as a result of the labour mediation process between BC Place and BCGEU.
While an employment agreement has not yet been reached, it has been confirmed there will be no threat of job action during the Vancouver Boat Show, or the move-in and move-out.
This positive news comes following five very long days of mediation, and a decision today to break from mediation until after the event.
The parties have put in a tremendous effort and have been able to come to an agreement on the non-monetary changes to the collective agreement.
Chart a Course For Huge Savings! Shop for your next adventure at the Halifax International Boat Show, running from February 21 to 24, 2013 at Exhibition Place in Halifax, Nova Scotia. This year's show is presented by the Atlantic Marine Trades Association (AMTA).
See the latest in:
- Boats from 6’ to 40’
- Runabouts
- Sailboats
- Cruisers
- Kayaks
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Personal watercraft
Read more: HALIFAX INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 2013 - WELCOME...
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Marine Products
Garmin expands popular ECHOMAP UHD2 chartplotter series with new features and touchscreen design
Garmin has announced their new ECHOMAP™ UHD2 series chartplotters that offer anglers premium features like Ultra High-Definition sonar, preloaded Garmin Navionics+™ mapping with an included one-year subscription to daily map updates, wireless networking for data sharing and support for Garmin’s award-winning LiveScope™ live-scanning sonar.
Available with a 6”, 7” or 9” bright, sunlight-readable touchscreen display with keyed assist, anglers can easily control and operate the functions they depend on for a successful day on the water, including zooming in or out on the map or quickly toggling between different sonar views.
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C-Tow Marine Assistance appoints Jill Noel to Manager of Operations
C-Tow Marine Assistance Ltd., which has been serving and assisting recreational boaters across Canadian waterways for more than 35 years, has announced the appointment of Jill Noel to Manager of Operations, effective January 2, 2023.
In her new role, with an overall goal of building the C-Tow brand across Ontario and throughout Canada, Jill will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations including digital marketing and social media initiatives, company representation at national and local industry events, managing the C-Tow captains, and liaising with marinas, yacht clubs, and marine associations.
