November 3, 2026 Tiara Yachts, a family-owned manufacturer of American-made luxury watercrafts, is proud to announce the 35 LX, the brand’s newest model in its Luxury Crossover (LX) series. Designed as a high-end dual console bowrider built for social entertaining, active family adventures and sandbar relaxation, the 35 LX will make its public debut at…
November 3, 2026 We learned through Boating Ontario that the Ontario government will be funding more than 980 additional seats at Georgian College to prepare students for in-demand careers. The Ontario government has announced $25 million in funding to create 987 additional student seats at Georgian College, supporting training for in-demand careers. As Boating Ontario…
November 3, 2026 At the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), Mercury Racing introduced the new REV XR and REV XST propellers, expanding the Revolution X propeller family with two new Pro Finish options engineered to enhance performance and give Mercury V10 Verado customers greater control over boat lift characteristics. Both the REV XR…
November 3, 2026 On behalf of the Thomson Family, Julie and I would like to THANK YOU for an incredible fundraising year. On Friday, October 23rd, 2026, Brad Thomson, General Manager of MacDonald Turkey Point Marina presented a cheque for $24,350.00 to Jennifer Baxter of the London Children’s Health Foundation. Also, on hand for the…
November 3, 2026 The all-new Axopar 38 Sun Top and Axopar 38 Cross Top made their U.S. premieres at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Displayed alongside the 38 XC Cross Cabin, all three models will come together on U.S. soil for the first time, highlighting the versatility of Axopar’s latest generation of adventure…
November 3, 2026 A total of 153 products originating from 30 countries across the globe sets yet another new record for this globally recognized benchmark of marine equipment design quality. Winners will be announced during the Official Opening on the first day of the show, 17 November. The 2026 DAME Design Awards international jury comprises…
November 3, 2026 Question – Is it mandatory that people wear their Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) or lifejackets while on board their vessels and underway? This is a question that I am asked regularly and to date the answer has been NO, excepting those who use inflatable lifejackets. Inflatables must be worn when on board and underway. However,…
October 27, 2026 Quebec dealer and founder Paul Larocque recognized for nearly 60 years of partnership Starcraft Marine has recognized R-100 Sport and its founder, Paul Larocque, with the Starcraft Marine Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring nearly six decades of partnership, service, and commitment to the boating industry. Larocque founded R-100 Sport in 1967 in Bois-des-Filion,…
October 27, 2026 If your business has students enrolled at Georgian College, don’t overlook the funding opportunities available through Boating Ontario’s MarineWorx Fund! From marine technician apprenticeships to industry certifications, sales training and marina management designations, the MarineWorx Fund helps Boating Ontario members invest in the skills and expertise that advance their careers. With funding…
October 27, 2026 New Mounting System Brings JBL Flip 7 Audio to Boats, Powersports Vehicles, Bicycles, Scooters and More JBL has announced the Flip 7 Magnet, a flexible mounting solution that brings portable JBL Pro Sound to boats, golf carts, RVs, powersports, vehicles and more. The purpose-built magnetic accessory securely holds the best-selling JBL Flip…
October 27, 2026 The Board of Directors of the International Yacht Brokers Association (IYBA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Parkinson as Executive Director of the association. Parkinson is based at IYBA’s headquarters in Fort Lauderdale. “We are happy to have found a yachting industry professional with Andrew’s depth of character, leadership experience…
October 27, 2026 Highfield Boats has announced the creation of Highfield PRT (Patrol / Rescue / Tactical), a dedicated division for professional marine users. PRT builds on Highfield’s established strengths in aluminium RIB manufacturing, engineering and global distribution, and extends the brand beyond the recreational sector into the professional market. The division has been set…
October 27, 2026 AkzoNobel (AKZA; AKZOY) and Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) have announced Axanzo as the name of the combined company following completion of their intended merger. The planned merger, announced in November 2025, will create a global coatings leader with the scale, strength and reach to accelerate sustainable growth and deliver breakthrough innovation. The…
October 20, 2026 Sunlight-Readable, Seagoing Navigator Brings Satellite Imagery, Electronic Charts, Weather and Live Vessel Data Together on One Screen Vortex Marine, innovator of marine navigation technologies, has announced the launch of Scout, a portable marine navigator built to help boaters see more of the water they are traversing. The 10.1-inch device brings satellite imagery, electronic navigational…
October 20, 2026 Brunswick’s Aine Denari elected chair as new Board leadership team begins two-year term NMMA announced its new Executive Committee for the 2027-2028 term, led by chair Aine Denari, incoming CEO of Brunswick Corporation and current president of Navico Group and Brunswick chief technology officer. Denari succeeds Ben Speciale, president of Yamaha U.S….
October 20, 2026 All-new 220 HG Pro and 240 HG Pro models deliver rugged heavy-gauge construction, enclosed hardtop comfort and serious fishing functionality for demanding open-water anglers. Lund Boats has unveiled the all-new Model Year 2027 HG Pro Series, a purpose-built heavy-gauge aluminum platform designed for anglers who pursue big-water fisheries in changing conditions. Available in 22-foot and 24-foot…
October 20, 2026 By John Gullick I am starting with a couple of questions that I have received regarding flag etiquette. Can I fly a blue ensign flag on my recreational vessel? The Blue Ensign was a Canadian Navy flag that was flown before the new Canadian flag was introduced. Ensigns were designated for official…
October 13, 2026 At IBEX 2026, Mercury Marine introduced the new Vessel Interface Module (VIM), a configurable solution that enables Mercury propulsion systems to respond intelligently to conditions elsewhere on the boat. As vessels become more complex and onboard space becomes increasingly limited, the risk of interference between major systems continues to grow. VIM…
October 13, 2026 JBL has announced the BassPro Go2, a compact two-in-one audio system that operates as a powered subwoofer when secured to its 12-volt docking base and becomes a portable full-range Bluetooth speaker when released. Designed for marine environments and demanding outdoor use, the BassPro Go2 gives boaters deeper bass underway and portable JBL…
October 13, 2026 12 Products Honored During the Annual Industry Breakfast and Awards Presentation The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s leading trade event for the recreational marine industry, announced today the winners of the 2026 IBEX Innovation Awards Program. The program is managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and judged by Boating Writers…