December 2, 2025 New IMO Type-Approved Navigation Solution Expands Raymarine’s Commercial Product Offerings Raymarine – a global leader in high-performance marine electronics — has announced the official release of the Pathfinder ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System). The IMO-compliant Pathfinder ECDS is a premier maritime navigation solution for use both as a primary and backup navigation…
December 2, 2025 NMEA is inviting software developers and programmers from around the world to attend these virtual / live training sessions on NMEA interface standards. NMEA will use GoToWebinar for delivering these courses. Please register soon as class size is limited and expected to sell out. NMEA OneNet Developer Course (Click to register https://web.nmea.org/atlas/events/254/details )December…
December 2, 2025 Metstrade 2025 closed November 20th after welcoming thousands of leading leisure marine professionals from across the world to the biggest edition of the show to date. Metstrade 2025 took over the entire RAI Amsterdam complex for the first time due to the show’s impressive growth, with visitors enjoying expanded halls, enhanced zones and close to 1,700 exhibitors…
December 2, 2025 Sirius Signal supports the transition to SOS electronic distress signal devices. In a statement issued on November 22, 2025, Sirius Signal, leader in marine safety distress signal innovation and manufacturing, announced its support of a recent U.S. Coast Guard directive to remove pyrotechnics from service, commending this action as leading by example. As…
November 25, 2025 SailGP hosted a Halifax Launch Event last Thursday to mark general tickets going on sale for the 2026 Canada Sail Grand Prix, with remarks from Mayor Andy Fillmore, SailGP Regional Director of Americas Elizabeth Benesh, and athletes from Canada’s NorthStar SailGP Team, along with Sail Nova Scotia representatives. Following the presentation outside…
November 25, 2025 Presented at Metstrade, the new battery-powered SG20 marks another step forward in Smartgyro’s evolution toward quieter, more efficient stabilization. Smartgyro, a global innovator in marine stabilization technology, introduced a new battery-powered integration for its SG20 gyroscopic stabilizer at Metstrade. The SG20 delivers uninterrupted comfort, even when the generator is off, marking the latest milestone in Smartgyro’s mission to…
November 25, 2025 Quadrant Marine Institute Program Administrator, Jan Bellamy shared this very concerning information with Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest. Quadrant Marine Institute has been successfully delivering the Marine Service Technician (MST) technical training program for 30 years with apprentices across the country. However, recent government funding cutbacks have placed that successful delivery at risk. In short, for…
November 25, 2025 Purpose-built to service the world’s largest sails the loft represents a major milestone in North Sails’ commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and global service excellence. North Sails has officially opened its latest flagship loft in the dynamic Port of Genoa, Italy. The stunning new building designed by architect Mattia Villani will function as a critical focal point for North…
November 25, 2025 Regal Boats, a premier global manufacturer of luxury performance boats from 20’ to 50’, today announced the promotion of Paul Kuck to president. He becomes the third-generation family leader of the privately held company founded in 1969 by his grandparents, Paul and Carol Kuck, succeeding his father Duane Kuck who has served…
November 25, 2025 The agreement grows and extends into new strategic regions, including Quebec and the Maritimes alongside Ontario, strengthening the Shipyard’s strategy in a key market. Azimut announces the extension of its partnership with Marine 360, a company reporting rapid growth in Canada. Following the success of the collaboration in Ontario, the dealership is expanding its coverage to…
November 18, 2025 Princecraft® Boats, a leading manufacturer of high-quality aluminum boats, is proud to announce the launch of the all-new 2026 Platinum 190, an innovative model that marks a new milestone in the evolution of the Platinum series. This 19-foot model, designed for fishing and recreational boating enthusiasts, stands out with its immersive 3D presentation, allowing…
November 18, 2025 Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club and a Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) brand, announced that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s prestigious 2025 Top Global Franchises list. The annual ranking highlights the top 200 U.S.-based franchise brands successfully expanding their presence around the world. Freedom Boat Club earned its place on the list…
November 18, 2025 Raymarine, a global leader in high-performance marine electronics, recently entered a strategic collaboration with The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project – an ambitious global initiative to inspire 100% of the world’s ocean floor mapped by the year 2030. Raymarine and Seabed 2030 announced the collaboration at the recent Ocean Floor Explore symposium hosted by Map the…
November 18, 2025 Echandia, the leading Swedish supplier of advanced maritime battery systems, has secured an order from ABB to supply a 3.7 MWh battery system for a new hybrid icebreaker vessel for the Canadian Coast Guard to be built at Helsinki Shipyard. The contract marks Echandia’s first entry into the Canadian market and strengthens the company’s…
November 18, 2025 Canadian tech company, ENVGO, is changing the marine industry through aerospace engineering and innovation with an all-new 100% electric, zero-emission, AI-powered hydrofoiling ‘flying’ boat that will make its official North American debut at the Toronto International Boat Show in January 2026. In late November, the Media was invited to an Exclusive Media Sneak Peek with an In-Water Demo &…
November 18, 2025 Mustang Survival, Canadian manufacturer of technical apparel and marine safety equipment, is proud to continue the Blue Friday initiative – a movement that turns the traditional Black Friday shopping period into an opportunity for ocean conservation. As part of this year’s campaign, Ocean Legacy Foundation, a Canadian non-profit dedicated to ending ocean plastic pollution,…
November 18, 2025 Nominations are still open for the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame Award, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding, enduring contributions to the recreational marine industry in Canada. Presented annually at the NMMA Canada Industry Breakfast during the Toronto International Boat Show, this prestigious award honours leaders whose dedication, innovation, and impact have helped shape…
November 11, 2025 As the most open expression of the 400 series, the Saxdor 400 GTS takes the hallmarks of its siblings – the performance-driven 400 GTO and the versatile 400 GTC – and reimagines them for boaters seeking a pure, open-air and even more immersive experience. With its fully open deck with a T-top roof, semi-walkaround layout, signature fold-down terraces, and…
November 11, 2025 RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly electronics, fishing and boating mounting systems and accessories, has announced the launch of its AnchorPoint Phone Holder, an adventure-ready mobile device holder built for the harshest environments. Thanks to a five-point vice and no-slip silicon grips, the RAILBLAZA AnchorPoint battens down devices through any bumps, bounces or rattles. The system also…
November 11, 2025 Yacht Beam LED.AI has launched its Yacht Beam LED Performance Series Searchlight (SRS 1000-SRS 2000), allowing enthusiasts to pierce the darkness like never before, while experiencing precision control and innovative features that make boating at night and in low-light conditions safer and more enjoyable. At the heart of this new LED series is a light array…