Nov 19, 2024 Marine Industry News from the UK carried the story that TeamO Marine, a UK-based designer and manufacturer of safety products, has unveiled an advancement in maritime safety equipment with its new Hi-Lift lifejacket, which will be previewed at METSTRADE. The firm says its new design, set to hit the market in spring 2025, represents…
Nov 19, 2024 By Mathew Channer Newfoundland-based company Virtual Marine has spent the last 20 years putting Canada on the map with its cutting-edge development of marine simulator lifeboat training. Beginning with the oil & gas industry, Virtual Marine set out to revolutionize lifeboat training and save lives around the world. Working in collaboration with…
Nov 19, 2024 Cruisers Yachts, a renowned name in the luxury yacht industry, announces the rebranding of its esteemed 55 FLY model, now named the 57 FLY. “At Cruisers Yachts, we always strive to improve our products and ensure they reflect the true essence of our craftsmanship. After careful consideration, we’ve decided to rename the 55 FLY…
Nov 19, 2024 Due to a timing conflict within the Canadian industry, the ATA Canada Workshop has been rescheduled to March 6, 2025, at Rolltec Rolling Systems Ltd. in Concord, Ont., Canada. Participants will include business owners in the Canadian provinces involved in shade, architectural structures, marine tops, tarps and more. There will be roundtable discussions,…
Nov 19, 2024 As the premier product compliance program for boats, yachts, boat trailers, personal watercraft (PWC) and marine oils in the U.S., NMMA Certification impacts the recreational marine industry worldwide, helping to improve boat manufacturing and ensuring safe, high-quality products for consumers throughout the world. The NMMA Engineering team is dedicated to product safety and supporting our…
Nov 19, 2024 Georgian College and Boating Ontario are working together to invest in the future of the marine industry through an impactful student bursary. Students passionate about working in the marine industry, but who must travel more than 100 kilometres to study in a specialized program at Georgian’s Robbert Hartog Midland Campus, can apply now to have their transportation and…
Nov 19, 2024 Announced at the recent EY Gala in Helsinki on November 8th, Axopar Boats and its Founding Partner, Jan-Erik Viitala, have been honoured as winners of the prestigious ‘EY Entrepreneur of The Year’ award in Finland. Organised by the global business management and consultancy firm, EY, the competition is an annual event in its 25th successive year for entrepreneurs in…
AquaEye is portable and easy to deploy. Photo Credit: VodaSafe Nov 12, 2024 By Mathew Channer Canadian Company VodaSafe is changing underwater search & rescue operations around the world with AquaEye, a world-first handheld sonar device that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to locate human targets underwater. Using AquaEye, teams can search 8,000sq.m of underwater terrain in less than one minute,…
Photo Credit: Greg Nicoll Nov 12, 2024 Kropf Industrial, manufacturer of the industry-leading Conolift line of boat handling equipment, is excited to announce that its first all-electric travel lift is now in service at a Yacht Club in Ontario. The advanced design has eliminated both the diesel power unit and the hydraulic system, yielding a simplified machine that is quiet,…
Nov 12, 2024 Members of the marine industry are welcome to join the ABYC 2025 Standards Week, January 5–9, 2025. For industry professionals, it is critical to be engaged in the standards development process, especially as U.S. Coast Guard and Transport Canada policies continue to use ABYC standards to address rapid changing technologies. Project Technical Committee (PTC) meetings are scheduled…
Nov 12, 2024 Donald Trump’s victory in the US Presidential Election is ‘a step in the wrong direction’ for international trade as importers fear another spike in ocean container shipping freight rates. Trump has vowed blanket tariffs of up to 20% on all imports into the US and additional tariffs of 60% to 100% on goods from China. Data…
Nov 12, 2024 Surveys and feedback tell us that the boating community still place a very high value on seminars at the Vancouver Boat Show. They want more education, knowledge, and to be inspired and motivated to be a better-informed boater. But wait there is more this year! Something NEW and exciting that you may want to be…
Nov 12, 2024 We learned from the NMMA Currents newsletter, that Reuters reports that a labor dispute at British Columbia ports continued last Tuesday, affecting exports. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 514 began strikes Monday, with employers locking out workers. Alberta’s government expressed disappointment over the disruption.
Kropf Industrial, manufacturer of the industry-leading Conolift line of boat handling equipment, is excited to announce that its first all-electric travel lift is now in service in Ontario.
Nov 5, 2024 Furuno is excited to announce the release of the CSH10, a 360-degree Full-Circle Omni Scanning Sonar designed with serious sportfishing enthusiasts in mind. Whether you’re targeting prized species like marlin or seeking to bring home that big check at the next tournament, the CSH10 delivers the precision and performance you need to succeed on the…
The Mobile Marine Sim is the new forefront of emergency-response training. Nov 5, 2024 By Mathew Channer Amphibious Response Support Unit ONE (ARSU1), based in Echo Valley Saskatchewan, is revolutionizing first responder training with the introduction of their Mobile Marine Simulator. Working in partnership with Canadian company Virtual Marine, which specializes in marine safety simulator…
Nov 5, 2024 Yamaha Motor Canada is excited to announce two new product line managers for WaterCraft and Outboard Motor as well as a new Marketing Associate for Marine products and special markets. With the addition of these newly established product line manager roles, Yamaha is demonstrating its commitment to strengthening our product offerings and ensuring sustained growth in…
Nov 5, 2024 On Friday, October 11th, 2024, Brad Thomson, General Manager of MacDonald Turkey Point Marina presented a cheque for $22,600 to Jennifer Baxter of the London Children’s Health Foundation. Also on hand for the cheque presentation alongside Brad, was Haldimand-Norfolk MPP, Bobbi Anne Brady, Dan Demeester, Julie Thomson, Norfolk County Mayor, Amy Martin, and Norfolk County Councillor, Chris VanPaassen. Our 2024…
Nov 5, 2024 Freedom Boat Club, the world’s first and largest boat club operator, has been recognized as one of the Top Global Franchises for 2024 by Entrepreneur Magazine. This ranking recognizes the leading brands expanding their footprint in international markets through franchising. Among the 200 companies highlighted, Freedom Boat Club placed in the top 50 percent, reflecting…
Oct 29, 2024 On October 24, Brunswick Corporation reported its Q3 financial results for 2024. The companys consolidated net sales for the third quarter reached $1.27 billion, reflecting a 20.1% decrease compared to the same period in 2023. More concerningly, the company’s adjusted operating earnings stood at $125.9 million down 45.3%. Adjusted operating margins for…