Dec 17, 2024 After tallying the votes from a panel of 32 international electric boat experts and 6,000+ electric boat enthusiasts all over the world, the fifth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating – ‘The Gussies’ – has announced the recipients of its 2024 1st Place honours. This year’s awards are being presented by three leaders in the electric propulsion…
Dec 17, 2024 By Mathew Channer Canadian Company ENVGO is revolutionizing electric boating in North America with the ENVGO NV1, a cutting-edge electric hydrofoil cruiser that is scheduled for release in 2026. NV1 utilizes state-of-the-art hydrofoil technology to significantly increase the power and range of its electric motor by reducing drag through the water. While electric boating technology is advancing,…
Dec 10, 2024 Godfrey Marine, manufacturer of premium Godfrey pontoon boats and Hurricane deck boats, legendary innovator in versatile deck boat designs, announced that it has new styling for model year 2025 Sweetwater models. “Time on the water is all about socializing in comfort,” said Lori Szczypiorski, Godfrey Product Manager. “With the new style details and floorplan of…
Dec 10, 2024 When it comes to boating, plumbing might not be the first thing on your mind. However, for extended stays on the water, a reliable marine plumbing system is as essential as fuel or navigation equipment. SFA Saniflo’s systems offer a cutting-edge solution for marine plumbing needs, combining efficiency, comfort, and eco-friendliness. Here…
Dec 10, 2024 Sep 10, 2024 by Lauren Beck The yachting industry can genuinely make a difference when it works together. Capt. Pancho Jimenez needs your help to afford life-saving treatment. Capt. Pancho Jimenez currently lives in Toronto with his family and was recently diagnosed with glioblastoma. According to the GoFundMe page shared by his father, his life expectancy…
Dec 10, 2024 By Mathew Channer Canadian company EcoMarine has developed an underwater remote operated vehicle (ROV) to reduce the spread of invasive Zebra Mussels in Canadian waterways and dramatically improve greenhouse gas emissions from international shipping. EcoMarine’s OmniBot ROV is a cutting-edge underwater cleaning device that uses thrusters to bind to underwater surfaces. Using…
Dec 10, 2024 PRESTIGE reaches this significant achievement while continually looking to the future, announcing a World Premiere at the upcoming 2025 Düsseldorf Boat Show. The year 2024 marks an important anniversary for PRESTIGE, celebrating 35 years of history, along with the key milestone of 5,000 yachts built and delivered around the world. These numbers represent…
The new Vetta luxury pontoon tops the range Dec 10, 2024 It’s impressive to me that Legend Boats could make such a significant change in one year but at their dealer meeting on September 10, the company announced many changes, including the introduction of four new boat lines; Halo pontoons, Vetta pontoons, Pulse roto-moulded boats,…
Dec 10, 2024 Firecrown acquires AIM’s Marine Group, expanding to 21 leading titles in yachting, boating, fishing, and sailing, serving affluent enthusiasts worldwide. Firecrown has acquired Active Interest Media’s Marine Group, adding top boating titles and events like Sail, Power & Motoryacht, Yachts International, Passagemaker, Soundings, Anglers Journal, Trade Only, Boaters University and Trawlerfest to its portfolio. This acquisition strengthens Firecrown’s position as the leading media platform for…
Dec 3, 2024 Boatyard, marina and jobsite managers need to take special precautions with their exposed electrical receptacles. No safety measure is as straightforward as adding Hubbell Non-Metallic While-In-Use Weatherproof Covers. Fast and easy to install, they protect outlets and plugs from harsh weather and tampering. Hubbell Weatherproof Covers are built from tinted high-impact polycarbonate for…
Dec 3, 2024 Yacht Solutions, a leading yacht importer and dealership based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), is thrilled to announce that Quarken Boats, renowned for their innovative designs and exceptional functionality, will now be available in Canada. Originating from Kvarken, Finland, these award-winning boats are crafted with modular solutions that prioritize practical living on…
The Coastal Vokey line includes open boats, dual consoles, center consoles and a walk around cuddy. Dec 3, 2024 by Mathew Channer Newfoundland boat company Coastal Adventures is expanding the reach of their flagship Coastal Vokey line into Ontario, Quebec, and the US in partnership with distribution company Coastal Distribution Group. Having already gathered a…
Dec 3, 2024 A Letter from Quadrant’s Managing Director: Boating BC honoured Campbell Black with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the “Anchored in Excellence” conference in Vancouver this November. Over 45 years, Campbell Black’s work has generated thousands of marine career opportunities through the growth of his manufacturing and marine service companies: Current Designs Kayaks…
Dec 3, 2024 On November 18, 2024, Vision Marine Technologies Inc., announced a new production initiative with Smoker Craft Inc., a U.S.-based pontoon manufacturer known for its precision engineering and advanced manufacturing capabilities. This collaboration is expected to produce a state-of-the-art pontoon platform specifically designed to integrate Vision Marine’s high-performance (180 HP) electric propulsion systems, specifically the pontoon-designed P-Powerpack. We…
Dec 3, 2024 The Innovation Awards are the industry’s most prestigious honors recognizing manufacturers and suppliers who bring new products to the market. Returning to the 2025 Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®, the Innovation Awards celebrate excellence across 21 product categories. This is your company’s chance to put your product in the spotlight and demonstrate its…
Dec 3, 2024 Registration is now open for the annual NMMA Canada State of the Industry Breakfast held during the Toronto International Boat Show. When: Tuesday, January 21, 2025Time: 8:30 a.m.–11 a.m. Where: Beanfield Centre (Exhibition Place) Join industry colleagues for an insightful morning exploring current trends in the recreational boating industry. This year’s speakers include: • Frank…
Nov 26, 2024 Promethient, the Michigan-based provider of human-scaled climate control systems, has announced the European launch of its Thermavance™ seat cooling and heating technology for the marine industry. An industry first, Thermavance allows seats exposed to the elements to be cooled or heated by one graphene-based system that can be packaged within almost any seat design. In addition, Promethient…
Nov 26, 2024 Mercury Marine®, a division of Brunswick Corporation has announced a software update for its SmartCraft®operating system that gives Joystick Piloting powerful new capabilities. The system can now automatically counteract the effects of wind, waves and current while a boater is driving with the joystick, giving them the ability to dock and maneuver with…
Nov 26, 2024 ePropulsion Americas, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced that it is increasing its capabilities to serve the OEM market with the expansion of its 96V product offerings. Building on the ePropulsion Smart System Architecture (eSSA), product introductions include the Pod Drive 20 eSSA, G102-230 battery and a comprehensive modularized energy system solution…
Nov 26, 2024 The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s premier trade event for the recreational marine industry, has acquired Professional BoatBuilder magazine (ProBoat), the marine sector’s leading technical publication and online information source. The ProBoat purchase promises to marry the vitality of IBEX’s live trade event to the magazine’s depth of editorial coverage, creating an unparalleled platform…