The CBC reported on May 6th that the top member of the U.S. Senate, Chuck Schumer from New York, has written a letter to members of the Biden administration making several demands regarding the border. According to the CBC story, Schumer has asked Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for four things.
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MarineMax recently announced the acquisition of American boatbuilder KCS International, Inc., better known as Cruisers Yachts, headquartered in Oconto, Wisconsin.
What’s this campaign all about? Well, we all know how great it is to be in marine service, and all of the reasons people stay and build a life and career in this industry. We know our partners are so busy and how much work is available. So now it’s time: Let’s bring more awesome people into this vibrant and diverse industry!
Read more: Quadrant Marine Institute launches new campaign:...
Offer your local media outlets valuable public information about marinas and safe boating during COVID-19 as well as promoting boating safety this Safe Boating Awareness Week, May 22-28, 2021.
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Selling a radar system to your customers is a major sale for your business. Radar is one of the most important devices to help your customers stay safe on the water. No other piece of marine electronics can give them as much information about the objects around their boat and keep them aware in darkness, rain, or fog.
ABYC Foundation's 2021 Educator Training Conference is the only event of its kind specifically focused on training high school and post-secondary educators who are teaching about boats. Marine industry leaders are encouraged to join! This is a great opportunity to show your support and connect with influencers that are training the next generation of marine technicians.
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Canada-based Vision Marine Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: VMAR) (“Vision” or the “Company”) is announcing, following the excellent reception from manufacturers, the unveiling of its new electric outboard engine to the general public; the E-Motion 180.
Our sister publication, Canadian Yachting OnBoard is an online digest that gets in front of about 20,000 Canadian boaters twice a month. You should be part of it.
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Canada and the provincial Marine Trade Associations welcomed the news earlier in April that Transport Canada would be preserving the rental boat safety checklist. The move was communicated at the Canadian Marine Advisory Council (CMAC) virtual meeting.
Canadian Yachting (CY) Media is pleased to announce their newest Team Member, John Matheson to the position of Account Executive. John began his new role with CY Media earlier this month.
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Changing Scene
Open now! Nova Scotia & New Brunswick Boat Shows Unite for New Maritime Boating & Outdoor Digital Marketplace
Many businesses have had to be creative and find new ways to offer their services because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The Halifax International Boat Show, Moncton Boat Show, and NB Sportsmen & Fly Fishing Show normally take place each winter, but the 2021 editions of these events have been postponed to 2022.
In an effort to keep boating and outdoor enthusiasts connected with the show’s dealers and exhibitors, the event organizers have moved to an online platform: The Maritime Boating & Outdoor Digital Marketplace.
VERATRON DEBUTS SMALLEST N2K GNSS ANTENNA
At a mere 2.4" in diameter, the Veratron GO is the smallest NMEA 2000® certified GNSS antenna on the market. Truly plug-and-play, the high-performance integrated GPS, GLONASS and Galileo receiver is available in two navigation models and a Bluetooth version for monitoring onboard networked systems.
Starting off the series is Veratron GO GPS, the satellite-only version. Alternately, Veratron GO Data offers a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) gateway that enables users to monitor engine, battery, navigation and other vessel performance data on Veratron's new NavDash mobile app.
People
Vesper Appoints U.S. National Channel Manager to Drive Sales of the Award-Winning Cortex Product Line
Vesper Marine, manufacturer of innovative marine safety and communication products, has announced that due to rapid growth in the vital North American market, Damien Frye, based out of Seattle, Washington, has been hired as U.S. National Channel Manager.
"We are thrilled to welcome Damien to the Vesper Marine team as U.S. National Channel Manager,” said Jason Young, Vesper Marine, Global Sales Director. “With an extensive resume in sales and service for marine electronics and safety products, Damien is well-versed in our product line, having previously managed our sales efforts in Alaska.
James Neophytou joins North South Nautical Group
James was first introduced into boating in 1980, in the town of Port Severn. Almost immediately he developed a passion for boating and purchased his first boat, a 15’ Kodiak with a 50hp Johnson.
It wasn’t long before James got the ‘itch’ to move to a bigger boat. He and his family spent several years cruising the beautiful waters of Georgian Bay in their 23 Reinell. Unfortunately, a busy work schedule forced James to take a break from boat ownership. He knew though, that one day he’d return.
