Sept 17, 2024 We’re thrilled to announce that the Level Up! Career Fair is making its way to a location near you in the coming months! This is an incredible opportunity to connect with young minds and inspire them to pursue a fulfilling career in the marine industry. Why Your Participation Matters: As a member of the marine industry, your involvement…
Sept 10, 2024 Too often, DC-powered electric fishing reels are connected to a sketchy and dangerous power source such as a spare 12V car battery or, worse, an AC outlet. The simple solution to keep people safe and the vessel’s electrical system up and running is to install 30A 28V DC Electric Fishing Reel Devices from…
Sept 10, 2024 Aquatic pollution presents significant challenges for marinas, impacting both the environment and operational efficiency. Plastics, hydrocarbons, seaweeds, invasive plants, and sedimentation create complex and costly issues: Plastics: Larger items can become entangled in boat propellers, while small debris may enter engine cooling systems or water intakes, leading to blockages and overheating. Hydrocarbons:…
Sept 10, 2024 Marine businesses and instructors connect during ABYC’s educator meetings The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is now accepting proposals for its upcoming Educator Forum meetings, which will take place on October 24 (via Zoom), January 22 (via Zoom), and April 2 (Hybrid – both online and in-person in Annapolis, Maryland). The…
Sept 10, 2024 Introducing the new Volvo Penta hybrid-electric package – a fully integrated helm-to-propeller experience with new drive modes and intelligent features, setting a new benchmark in marine technology. Starting at the end of 2025, Volvo Penta will begin limited-scale production of its fully integrated, advanced hybrid-electric solutions across its heavy-duty range. Innovative helm-to-propeller hybrid-electric…
Sept 10, 2024 Sea Ray is expanding its next-generation SDX lineup with two new models. The dynamic SDX 250 and SDX 250 Surf blend quality, functionality and capability to provide limitless fun. Available in sterndrive and surf configurations, the vessels feature powerful propulsion, abundant storage, optimized seating and premium amenities to suit any aquatic activity….
Sept 10, 2024 Of interest to our readers who have customers heading south or who are planning to boat down, we share this information. In a recent edition of the US Harbors newsletter, we learned that NOAA says to expect higher tides for the US East coast on and around the new moon and full…
Sept 3, 2024 This story was originally published in the NMMA Canada Member Newsletter for August 2024. On August 21, 2024, Transport Canada made headlines with a significant announcement aimed at enhancing marine safety and enforcing compliance with the Canada Shipping Act, 2001. Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, revealed that the department has taken unprecedented measures to address…
Sept 3, 2024 Photo Credit: Ocean Wise Ocean Wise is pleased to announce the expansion of whale presence alerts to commercial mariners in southern resident killer whale critical habitat. This expansion is thanks to SMRU Consulting in collaboration with the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, as they integrate underwater microphones, or hydrophones, off the coast of Lime Kiln Point State…
Sept 3, 2024 Harris Boats has announced the launch of the Cruiser e-210, the brand’s first all-electric pontoon. Powered by a Mercury® Avator™ 35e Outboard, the Cruiser e-210 provides the same level comfort, amenities and style the Cruiser model is known for, in addition to a more sustainable, gas-free option to explore the waterways. “Our first…
Sept 3, 2024 On August 27th at Bonaire Golf in Coldwater, almost 150 golfers turned out for the annual Boating Ontario Golf Tournament. “Our annual golf tournament is our biggest fundraiser for the MarineWorx Development Fund, said Boating Ontario CEO, Rick Layzell. The support from our members, those who come to play, those who sponsor…
Sept 3, 2024 Raymarine recently announced that its latest Axiom operating system, LightHouse 4.7, is now available for download. Top features in the new LightHouse 4.7 update: Power-Pole IntegrationAxiom users can stow and deploy Power-Pole Shallow Water Anchors and control all MOVE trolling motor models – directly from a slide-out sidebar on their chartplotter display. They can also take advantage of…
Sept 3, 2024 Club Locations Now Can Diversify Their Fleets with Highfield’s Aluminum-Hulled RIBs Highfield Boats, North America’s leading Rigid Hull Inflatable (RIB) brand, and Carefree Boat Club, a dominant force in the rapidly expanding boat club segment with more than 145 locations across the U.S. and Canada, are proud to announce they have entered a strategic partnership. Carefree Boat…
The 30-boat Bluenose fleet at Chester Race WeekCredit: Parker Media Management / www.parker-media.ca Aug 27, 2024 Helly Hansen Chester Race Week has a rich 120-year history and involves four days of racing on the beautiful waters of Mahone Bay. Last weekend’s 134 registered boats and over 1,300 sailors make it the largest race week in a…
Aug 27, 2024 In the world of boating, there’s a new tool that’s quickly becoming a must-have for anyone who spends time on the water. The BEHR CLAW, a straightforward and reliable device, is making waves for its ability to simplify boat retrieval and towing. The BEHR CLAW was developed by a seasoned boater with years…
Aug 27, 2024 Sea-Doo and Alumacraft, brands of BRP Inc., continue to innovate and strengthen their focus in the fishing space with new 2025 Sea-Doo models and the redesigned Alumacraft models. Sea-Doo is casting its line into the deep end of the lake with the new FishPro Apex personal watercraft (PWC) and Switch Fish pontoon…
Aug 27, 2024 To date, we have been copied on five letters from our readers who have used the template letter we provided previously, to assist in easily writing to the Minister of Transportation to request that funding be reinstated for the CanBoat Distress Flare Collection Program. These letters are very much appreciated, but five…
Aug 7, 2024 Recently, we wrote in Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest, that concerning levels of fiberglass had been discovered in edible marine life in the UK near a harbour where derelict boats were disposed of. We suggested that this and other aspects of fiberglass might someday be restricted and that it would be at least wise and proactive for some…
Aug 27, 2024 The Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) is a volunteer charitable organization. Our mission is to reduce the incidence of injuries and fatalities across Canada that occur as a result of recreational boating activities through innovative, relevant and effective measures. The CSBC recognizes and celebrates people, communities, and companies who understand current boating safety culture, and strive…
Aug 20, 2024 Garmin is excited to announce the Garmin Spectra™ LED control module—a compact lighting controller that makes it easy to control onboard LED lights from a compatible Garmin chartplotter or the ActiveCaptain® app on a compatible smartphone. Garmin Spectra lets boaters control LED illumination for JL Audio and Fusion® marine speakers, subwoofers and wake tower speakers, along with strip,…