May 5, 2026 Marine Industry Set to Gather October 6-8, 2026, in Tampa The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced that North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry is set to take place at the Tampa Convention Center, October 6-8, 2026. This year’s theme, “Embrace Innovation, Master Momentum,” recognizes that speed alone doesn’t…
May 5, 2026 Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) (“Vision Marine” or the “Company”), a company developing high-voltage electric marine propulsion systems and operating a growing recreational boating platform, recently announced that it has received conditional approval to list its common shares on the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSXV”), further expanding its capital markets presence across North America. Vision Marine is…
May 5, 2026 After a period of restructuring, X-Shore Electric Boats is again fully operational. The company’s website now has announced that new ownership is in place and the business is a focused organization with the financial backing needed to move forward properly. The announcement stated that this period has been about stabilizing the business….
May 5, 2026 The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) is proud to launch an International Ambassador program which brings together outstanding professionals in the marine electronics field from throughout the world. The program is designed to strengthen NMEA’s installer training & interface standards across the globe. NMEA is proud to introduce the following eight ambassadors: Octavio Guazzelli-Brazil…
May 5, 2026 Sail Canada welcomes the Government of Canada’s historic investment in sport announced in the 2026 Spring Economic Update. The federal government’s $755 million investment will expand access to sport and strengthen support for Canadian athletes from grassroots to high performance. Sail Canada thanks Prime Minister Mark Carney and Secretary of State for Sport Adam…
May 5, 2026 Aquila Catamarans is pleased to announce it has won two awards for its sailing and power models. The 50 Sail has been awarded the International Multihull Show Premiere award at the Multihull of the Year awards, while the 46 Yacht has won the Power Catamaran 12-16m category at this year’s Yacht Style Awards. Held since 2018, The…
April 28, 2026 Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) and a global leader in marine propulsion, today held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Industrial Design Studio, marking a significant investment in the future of product design, innovation, and collaboration. The new approximately 18,000‑square‑foot, two-story, state-of-the-art facility is designed to support modern design and development and…
April 28, 2026 North Sails and Ontario Sailing enter a partnership focused on supporting the sailing community with educational resources for all levels of sailing, technical how-to on the latest advances in cruising and racing technology, and the latest events happening in Ontario for sailors. While a global company with multiple locations around the world, North Sails has a long history with…
April 28, 2026 On April 17, 2026 Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK) (“Patrick” or the “Company”), a leading component solutions provider for the Outdoor Enthusiast and Housing markets, confirmed that it is in discussions with LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII) regarding a potential merger of equals. There can be no assurance that any transaction will result from…
April 28, 2026 Read more about the recipients of the ABYC 2026 Outstanding Technician Awards, sponsored by CWR Wholesale Distribution, as well as our Outstanding Technician: New Achievers, which recognizes newcomers to the industry who demonstrate outstanding potential and skills. Visit abycinc.org/2026outstandingtechs to learn about each winner!
April 28, 2026 Renowned yachting photographer Sharon Green will be inducted into the Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame in October, recognizing decades of contribution to the sport through her iconic imagery and storytelling. One of the world’s preeminent photographers of competitive sailing, Sharon has captured and documented the dizzying developments in the sport during a pivotal…
April 21, 2026 Ontario’s boating industry applauds Minister Mike Harris and his team on the completion of revised Water lot Lease Agreements for Ontario marinas. With dozens of Boating Ontario members relying on these agreements to manage fixed operations, moving forward with the extension is critical to ensuring marinas can operate reliably throughout the boating season. “Our government is taking action to…
April 21, 2026 Scanstrut, a global leader in outdoor technology, is proud to announce that its Ventura Series has been awarded a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious and internationally recognised marks of design excellence. The Ventura Series was recognised by the Red Dot Jury for its exceptional design quality,…
April 21, 2026 Godfrey Marine, manufacturer of premium Godfrey pontoon boats and Hurricane deck boats, legendary innovator in versatile deck boat designs, just announced the launch of its Pontoon Dock Assist — a proprietary-engineered docking technology purpose engineered to solve one of the biggest challenges for pontoon owners: having the necessary precise control and maneuverability for pontoons at…
April 21, 2026 April 20–24, 2026 International Marine Service Technician Week started Monday, April 20 and we can’t wait to celebrate the backbone of the industry! This holiday is meant to bring awareness and recognition to the hard-working professionals who keep boating safe, reliable, and enjoyable. Thank your techs with us! Each day this week, ABYC will feature marine…
April 14, 2026 Electric vessel builder Candela has just launched what is likely the quietest form of high-speed water travel in history. Flying above the waves and insulated from both motion and noise, the Candela P-12 Business creates a cushioned, elevated lounge experience where seasickness becomes a thing of the past. The result? Premium travel, re-engineered. The very first…
April 14, 2026 Gary J. Brickell, founder and commodore, announces the launch of The Great Canadian Loop Association (GCLA), a grassroots boating group created to inspire owners of vessels from 20′ cuddy cabins to 50′ yachts to untie from their marinas and explore an epic 3,000 km freshwater cruising route around the Great Lakes and adjacent waterways. Born from conversations…
April 14, 2026 By Brian Goodwin, Director, Standards and Compliance When the ABYC Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Project Technical Committee met to review ABYC T‑32, Design and Construction in Consideration of Aquatic Invasive Species, one question from the resource management community rose quickly to the forefront: What specific steps have manufacturers taken to reduce the risk of transporting…
April 14, 2026 Sharrow Engineering just announced that it is scaling production of its patented Sharrow™ Propeller through a collaboration with Ford Motor Company’s Advanced Industrial Technology & Platforms (ATP) team, using advanced 3D sand-casting techniques thanks to connections made through the Michigan Central innovation ecosystem. The result is a significant reduction in production timelines, shortening what used to…
April 14, 2026 Author: Jeff Doran, President CCEOC Inc. A Decade of Excellence! A Milestone in Canadian Marine Leadership! This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice (BICEOC) Award Program—a program that has become a national benchmark for recognizing dealership excellence in people management, culture, and leadership. Over the past decade, BICEOC has helped organizations across Canada measure,…