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…
Oct 29, 2024 JBL has always been at the forefront of audio technology. Nowhere is this dedication to innovation more evident than in its redesigned, fully marinized Club Marine 6-1/2″ coaxial speaker. Available from RiverPark Marine, model JBLMARSPKCB62AM delivers audiophile-quality sound and contains integrated RGB lighting. The JBL Club Marine 6-1/2″ coaxial speaker comes with two…
Oct 29, 2024 Princecraft Boats, a leading manufacturer of high-quality aluminum boats, announced the launch of the all-new Vogue RL Pontoon for model year 2025, the next level of elevated experiences for the brand. The new models will be available in 25’ and 27’ configurations. The new Vogue will have modernized features unlike any other…
Oct 29, 2024 The Maritime Museum of BC is thrilled to announce that it will be home to an exhibit titled Pacific in Peril: Climate Change, the Warming Ocean, and How to Turn the Tide from 31 October 2024 – 30 March 2025. The Maritime Museum of BC launches new Pacific in Peril: Climate Change, the Warming Ocean, and…
Oct 29, 2024 Marine products distributor SeaWide Distribution is pleased to announce the key highlights for the 2025 Expo to be held in the Denver Colorado area (minutes from Denver International Airport), January 19-21, 2025. This year’s event will again feature NTP-Stag suppliers offering a complete assortment of RV, Towing and trailering products, as well….
Oct 29, 2024 Plan to join the 2024 Boating BC Conference, presented by Mercury Marine! This premier event offers invaluable insights from leading experts on the latest industry trends, research, and best business practices. Designed to help grow recreational marine businesses across the province, the conference also provides exceptional networking opportunities with both new and familiar colleagues. With engaging workshops, receptions,…
Oct 22, 2024 By Mathew Channer The Canadian Marine Retailers Association (CMRA) may still be in its first year of operations, but it’s wasting no time in representing its members on critical issues like proposed changes to legislation on PFDs. Working closely with the NMMA (National Marine Manufacturers Association), the CMRA is working to raise…