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Highfield Boats collaborates with BRP to launch the new Velox 420 Aluminum-Hull RIB with Rotax Jet Propulsion

Mar 5, 2024 Highfield Boats, the leading supplier of rigid inflatable boats (RIBS) in America, announced the launch of its all-new recreational jet boat series, Velox, during a well-attended press conference at the 2024 Miami International Boat Show. Designed and engineered in collaboration with BRP, Highfield Velox RIBs feature Highfield’s signature aluminum hull and heavy-duty tubes along with BRP’s award-winning Rotax® jet…

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“Don’t Throw Away Paper Navigation Charts Just Yet”

Mar 5, 2024 Boaters should take heed that various experts keep advising that while global navigation systems are commonplace — “paper charts are still and always will be relevant.” Plus many agree that to help in avoiding on-water incidents, a balance between new and ‘old’ i.e. traditional systems, and including physical observations, can be key even in this digital age. Readily available electronic navigation tools…

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Freedom Marine named 2024 Employer of Choice Award Winner by Boating Industry Canada

Mar 5, 2024 Freedom Marine International Yacht Sales has been named a 2024 Employer of Choice Award winner by Boating Industry Canada, the leading industry trade journal in the Canadian boating circle. With the opinions of actual team members collected from the evaluation process, the award reflects Freedom Marine’s long-time dedication to employee satisfaction. Freedom Marine was founded in 1997 in Vancouver, B.C….

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Boston Acoustics Ventures into the OEM Marine Audio Space with VOKOL Acoustics Collaboration

Feb 27, 2024 VOKOL Acoustics announces the debut of world-renowned Boston Acoustics into the OEM marine audio sector with an exclusive partnership. This strategic collaboration combines Boston Acoustics’ expertise in audio engineering with VOKOL Acoustics’ experience in marine audio systems to develop high performance sound solutions for the marine industry. Features that made Boston Acoustics an industry pioneer – like the patented lens in front…

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Even more BALIs at BALI

Feb 27, 2024 CATANA GROUP launches its 14th BALI CATAMARANS model, the BALI 5.8, for the brand’s 10th anniversary! Always bigger, always more powerful, always more… BALI! This time, the new BALI 5.8 is completing the range from the top down. The 38-foot BALI CATSMART was launched in April 2023 at last year’s International Multihull Show at La Grande Motte, and the…

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Vote for Dorothy, BC’s Iconic Sailing Yacht, in the Classic Boat Awards 2024

Feb 27, 2024 You are invited to support an historic, recently restored and refitted BC sailboat, Dorothy, by voting for her in a contest, the Classic Boat Awards 2024, run by the UK’s prestigious Classic Boat Magazine. The Maritime Museum of BC (MMBC), owner of this sleek, wooden vessel built in 1897, believes she’s the…

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2024 C.C. Marine Distributors’ Trade Show dates are set for this fall

Feb 27, 2024 C.C. Marine Distributors is pleased to announced their 2024 Marine Trade Show to be held at Casino Rama Resort in Rama, Ontario near Orillia. The Show starts Sunday October 27th with a welcome reception and pre-show walk-through followed on Monday October 28th with breakfast, show exhibits, information, buying opportunities, lunch and refreshments. The show…

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Innovation Award Winners honored during the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show

Feb 27, 2024 The NMMA and Boating Writers International (BWI) honored 13 recipients and two honorable mentions with the 2024 Miami Innovation Awards during the Industry Breakfast at the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®. The Miami Innovation Awards recognize manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products to market. The Miami Innovation Awards judges’ committee was comprised of 8 BWI members who perform product testing…

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Yamaha develops Hydrogen Fuel System with Roush and Regulator Marine, Hydrogen Outboard unveiled at Miami International Boat Show

At the Miami International Boat Show on February 14, 2024, Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. unveiled the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats along with a prototype fuel system integrated into a vessel that the company plans to further refine for testing later this year. The effort is part of Yamaha’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality: deploying multiple technology solutions.

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Fish for Free This Year in Ontario

Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free! This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish during these times.

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Pure performance, no compromise – Galeon Yachts unveils the 435 GTO – a true masterpiece

Feb 20, 2024 Galeon Yachts announces the debut of its latest masterpiece, the 435 GTO. This model is an evolution of the GTO series that brings performance, onboard space, and functionality together like nothing else before. Bob Burke, Galeon Yachts Brand Manager, comments, “The Galeon 435 GTO is a breathtaking embodiment of style, exquisite craftsmanship, engineering, and unparalleled performance…

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Marine Business Opportunity

Feb 20, 2024 BOAT MANUFACTURING / REPAIR & STORAGE FACILITY FOR SALEFeaturing a protected harbor on The Great Lakes, this business is located at 125 Port Darlington Road, Bowmanville, Ontario L1C 3K3 on the North Shore of Lake Ontario.It is 33 nautical miles east of Toronto on 10 acres with 1,000 feet frontage & harbor accessing Lake Ontario. Key…

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Fliteboard introduces FLITE AIR and FLITE AIR PRO, the most affordable and accessible models

Feb 20, 2024 Fliteboard, a brand of Brunswick Corporation and a leader in the eFoil industry, on February 14th, 2024 announced the introduction of Flite AIR and Flite AIR PRO, the most attainable models in the brand’s portfolio and a significant milestone for Flite as it continues to appeal to a broader consumer at different price points. Since…

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Correct Craft announces leadership changes at Pleasurecraft Engine Group, Velvet Drive Transmissions, and Indmar Marine Engines

Feb 20, 2024 Correct Craft is pleased to announce strategic leadership changes within its subsidiaries, Pleasurecraft Engine Group, Velvet Drive Transmissions, and Indmar Marine Engines, in preparation for accelerated growth. Trey Thurman, a seasoned veteran with 22 years of experience in the marine industry and 17 years at Pleasurecraft, has been appointed President of Pleasurecraft Engine Group. In his new role,…

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Introducing the new Dickinson Marine, Newport Explorer Propane Fireplace

Feb 13, 2024 Dickinson Marine is so excited to finally introduce a new product that they have been working on for some time, The Dickinson Marine, Newport Explorer Propane Fireplace. This unit has been CSA approved for all RV’s, cabins, tiny homes and boats. It has many new and improved features that makes this fireplace the ideal heating appliance…

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Bayliner unveils the new Pilothouse and Explorer Series joining the 2024 Trophy lineup

Feb 13, 2024 Bayliner Boats, a Brunswick Corporation brand, has announced the addition of five new models to its award-winning Trophy lineup. Both the Pilothouse and Explorer series, originally part of the Company’s European offering, will be making their North America debut under Bayliner’s flagship Trophy lineup. “We are thrilled to officially introduce the widely successful Pilothouse and Explorer models…

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Early Bird Sale launches for boating permits on Parks Canada’s historic canals and waterways

Feb 13, 2024 Parks Canada is pleased to announce its pre-season sale on select boating permits for the Trent-Severn Waterway, Rideau Canal and other National Historic Sites. Boaters can now purchase their Seasonal Lockage and Mooring permits and enjoy a discount on their visits to all the historic canals and waterways in Ontario and Quebec….

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That’s a wrap on a terrific 2024 Vancouver International Boat Show

Feb 13, 2024 Boating BC announced in their February 8th newsletter, “VIBS 2024 has come to a close and by all accounts it was a great success. Thanks to Linda, Amanda and the whole team at Canadian Boat Shows for pulling it off. Crowds were down slightly from last year but certainly made up for it in…

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Intellian Technologies enjoys two decades of growth, expansion, and industry-defining technology development

Feb 13, 2024 On February 5th, Intellian Technologies celebrated twenty years of innovation, during which it has become a leading global provider of multi-band, multi-orbit satellite communication user terminals. Founded by CEO Eric Sung in 2004, the company sits at the epicentre of the satcom industry. Providing the crucial technology link between satellite networks in space and customers around…

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2024 Miami Innovation Awards Judges announced, honors to take place at Miami Industry Breakfast on Feb. 15

Feb 13, 2024 The NMMA and Boating Writers International (BWI) have announced the panel of judges set to evaluate product entries for the 2024 Miami Innovation Awards. As one of the industry’s most prestigious honors, the Miami Innovation Awards recognize manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products for the boating industry to market. The 2024 award recipients will be…

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