Apr 22, 2025 Ah, Elizabeth, Liz, Goozie. How we all shall miss you. On Wednesday, April 16, with family and friends wishing her fair winds and following seas, Elizabeth Ann Kerr, 68 and five months, set sail on a final solo voyage. As with almost everything in her life, she did it on her own…
Apr 22, 2025 For over 20 years, Williams Jet Tenders has established itself as the leading manufacturer of luxury jet tenders, with many of the world’s leading yacht brands designing its garages and platforms to accommodate Williams’ iconic jet tenders. Now, a new chapter begins as its parent company, Williams Marine Group, has revealed it’s…
Apr 22, 2025 By Mathew Channer Ontario-based company Ryse Solutions is trialing a much-needed program to collect 1lb propane cylinders from marinas and properly dispose of them. These 1lb propane cylinders are widely used on recreational vessels for cooking but there are limited resources available for correct disposal. When 1lb propane cylinders end up in…
Apr 22, 2025 For Safe Boating Awareness Week 2025, which is May 17-23, resources are available from the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) and Transport Canada. The CSBC website offers information, media content, and expert resources for promoting safe boating. Transport Canada’s website provides boating safety guidelines and regulations, including the Safe Boating Guide. Of…
Apr 22, 2025 Shockwave Seats, a Canadian company specializing in the manufacture of marine suspension seating systems, has announced a distribution agreement with Kent Marine Equipment who will promote, supply and support the company’s products throughout the French market. With a history going back twenty-five years, the Shockwave brand is internationally recognized as the company that sets the standard…
Apr 22, 2025 Bryton Marine Group, North America’s largest private family-owned builder of aluminum boats, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Freshwater Marina located in Campbell River, British Columbia, effective April 16, 2025. Freshwater Marina, an iconic marina known for its exceptional services and facilities, will now operate under the Bryton Marine Group umbrella. This acquisition aligns with Bryton Marine Group’s long-term objective…
Apr 15, 2025 I see two things to be concerned about right now; the immediate future and the future, a few months from now. Given the remarkable and frenetic pace of global economic changes being driven by the new Trump Tariffs, the immediate future is almost impossible to predict day-to-day, but if we can step…
Apr 15, 2025 Photos: Good Earth Productions The popular TVO Original series TRIPPING returns with a boat ride exploring the Muskoka Lakes, Ontario’s celebrated cottage region with its boats, lavish cottages and striking natural environment. Available to stream across Canada starting April 20 on TVO. Her name is Heather and she is a locally built runabout…
Apr 15, 2025 Register now for Gasoline Fuel Systems – Evolution and Compliance! On May 7, 1:00pm–3:00pm (ET), Online. This is the eighth, free online event in the USCG/ABYC Risk Mitigation Series and it is for anyone in the boat and equipment manufacturing industry eager to remain on top of the latest requirements. On May 7, 2025, join the U.S. Coast Guard, the…
Apr 15, 2025 Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world’s largest marine electronics manufacturer1, has announced a software update for select GPSMAP® and ECHOMAP™ chartplotters that includes a new AIS (Automatic Identification System) warning messaging feature designed to increase situational awareness and help reduce the risk of collisions on the water. AIS is primarily used in recreational boating to provide real-time information about the position, speed and heading…
Apr 15, 2025 In 1969, a group of enthusiasts of vintage wooden power boats decided to form an association to perpetuate their interests: the Classic Yacht Association (CYA) was born. In 2009, a group of classic boat owners organized to form our own Canadian Fleet. The CYA now consists of six fleets throughout North America with member vessels from…
Apr 15, 2025 ABYC’s Marine Service Technician Week is coming up, so we’re hosting a FREE webinar next week to discuss ABYC certifications and celebrate marine techs! Marine technicians, marine service managers, educators, and anyone interested in advancing their marine industry career are invited to join us for this informational webinar. ABYC Certification OverviewWhether you’re new to ABYC certifications and unsure…
Apr 15, 2025 Aquila Power Catamarans has announced the appointment of Benoit Moreau as its Regional Sales Director for Asia-Pacific to support the company’s growing dealer network and strengthen its presence across the region. Benoit brings over 15 years of marine industry expertise throughout Asia. As co-founder of CAPE-10 in China, he managed Beneteau Group yacht brands…
Photo Credit Shutterstock Below are the series of chronological events that have led to today’s current, but fluid status of Canada’s stance for tariff’s on US-Made boats. According to the NMMA as of April 9th, NMMA Canada has been working diligently to support members by applying for tariff exemptions and is continuously engaging with Canadian…
Apr 8, 2025 TRAC Ecological Zebra Mussel Buster is a safe and biodegradable freshwater scale remover specifically formulated to meet a wide marine industry need for fast, safe, cost-effective alternatives to mechanical cleaning of cooling equipment. With minimal dismantling required, Zebra Mussel Buster can be safely re-circulated through freshwater water-cooling systems, dissolving zebra mussel exoskeletons, rust and mineral…
Apr 8, 2025 By Mathew Channer Ontario’s Clean Marine eco-rating program turns 30 this year, marking 3 decades of protecting and preserving Ontario’s waterways. Clean Marine Assessor and Events Coordinator Rick Legedza, who worked for more than 35 years in fiberglass before Clean Marine and has seen some very dirty marine work, says the program…
Apr 8, 2025 The deadline to apply for a 2025 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarship has been extended to April 30, 2025. Canadian applications are eligible. Since 2008, NMRA has actively contributed to the future of the marine industry by offering scholarships to students pursuing education in the marine trades. In 2024,…
From Left: Tom Watson, President, ePropulsion Americas; Christopher Ponnwitz, Chief Commercial Officer of Mack Sustainable Energy, Mack Boring & Parts Co.; and Danny Tao, Co-founder and CEO of ePropulsion Apr 8, 2025 Leading Electric Propulsion Systems Manufacturer Highlights 2024 Success At Recent Distributor Meeting ePropulsion Americas, a leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, has announced its…
Apr 8, 2025 BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO) and Bryton Marine Group announced on April 1st that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Bryton Marine Group, a family owned company with operations in Washington State and British Columbia, will be acquiring Alumacraft assets in St. Peter, Minnesota. This transaction comes on the heels of BRP’s decision to sell its Marine…
BoatUS is concerned NOAA staff and budget cuts will harm weather forecasting and boater safety. (credit: BoatUS) Apr 8, 2025 Indiscriminate reductions would undermine boater safety, navigation, weather forecasting In a recent letter sent to Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), the Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations to the U.S. House of Representatives, Boat Owners Association of…