Especially endangered species such as Nassau Grouper, Giant Sea Bass, Atlantic Cod and Humphead Wrasse. Sea Life Rescue, an initiative born from veterans of the Superyacht Industry, is launching a program to release billions of fertilized eggs from an array of specially refitted vessels.
Read more: SEA LIFE RESCUE TO LAUNCH GLOBAL FLEET OF SHIPS...
Two well-established marine distributors with deep Maritime roots are joining together to form a single company.
Kropf Industrial has completed a successful floating breakwater project for the City of Burlington. This project involved the removal of an existing floating breakwater system that was at the end of its life, and the design, manufacture, delivery, and installation of a new floating breakwater system.
Read more: KROPF INDUSTRIAL COMPLETES FLOATING BREAKWATER...
The Advanced Marina Management (AMM) program is a profit-management training course designed for senior marina professionals. Through small groups, interactive workshops, and specific case studies...
CTV News crews were in Midland, Ontario to document the operation of Seabins at some of the Maple Leaf Marinas locations in Georgian Bay. Recently, Boating Industry Canada News Week reported that the Boating Ontario Association represented the recreational boating industry at the Toronto Zoo during an announcement from Jeff Yurek, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks on October 22nd.
Master Promotions is thrilled to announce that the Halifax Boat Show will return for its scheduled 2021 date at the Halifax Exhibition Centre. After working diligently with the Province of Nova Scotia, the Chief Medical Officer, Boating Atlantic and the facility, new safety measures have been put in place that will allow the show to return February 4-7, 2021.
Read more: TRADE SHOWS ARE BACK IN ATLANTIC CANADA AND SO...
For over 70 years, the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show has been a favourite for thousands of outdoor enthusiasts and welcomes hundreds of exhibitors annually. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, we have decided to postpone next year’s show, which was scheduled to take place March 18-21, 2021 at the International Centre.
January show to go digital with hundreds of exhibitors, 3D digital technology, seminars and live streaming content. Ongoing COVID restrictions are preventing the Seattle Boat Show from being held in person in January 2021, but are not preventing the show organizers from producing a powerful boating event in January.
Introducing the 2020 Virtual Fall Cottage Life Show, a FREE virtual consumer show that will run from November 20 – 22, 2020. Over three days, we'll be featuring presentations and seminars from the experts at Cottage Life and a lineup of guest speakers, including Cottage Life TV fan-favourites Colin & Justin, and Hope Swinimer from Hope for Wildlife.
Late on October 28, 2020, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), announced the cancellation of the 2021 Miami International Boat Show and eight other of their weinter boat shows.
Read more: NMMA ANNOUNCES CANCELLATION OF MIAMI AND EIGHT...
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MASTERCRAFT REPORTS RECORD EARNINGS FOR FISCAL 2021 FIRST QUARTER
MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCFT) announced November 11, financial results for its fiscal 2021 first quarter ended October 4, 2020.
Fred Brightbill, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, commented, “MasterCraft delivered a strong performance highlighted by record profit and consistent execution on our key strategic priorities in what continues to be a challenging and dynamic operating environment.
FURUNO'S NAVNET TZTOUCH3 FAMILY EXPANDS WITH INTRODUCTION OF NEW 9-INCH MFD
In early 2020, Furuno introduced NavNet TZtouch3, setting the standard for MFDs by packing powerful features and functions into super-bright and responsive IPS displays. These units are not only the most powerful MFDs on the market, but also the easiest to use, with a variety of screen sizes and interface options to suit any boating style or size of vessel.
Now, Furuno is expanding that ground-breaking line of MFDs with the addition of the TZT9F, a new, smaller MFD that packs the power of NavNet TZtouch3 into a 9” IPS display, suitable for smaller helms, flybridges, and second stations.
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CARLING TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES THE PASSING OF MARETRON DIRECTOR OF SALES, KIP WASILEWSKI
Carling Technologies is saddened to announce that its Director of Sales for the Maretron brand, Kip Wasilewski, died suddenly on October 27, 2020 near his home in New Jersey.
Frank Emnett, Vice President, Carling Technologies and co-founder of Maretron stated, “It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my colleague. Kip has made an indelible mark on the reputation and success of the Maretron brand. His product knowledge and dedication to our customers was unmatched, and he will be greatly missed.”
