Jan 2, 2024 Keep it cradled, or take it with you to conveniently control your JL Audio marine source unit and audiozones from anywhere on deck. JL Audio, a Garmin brand and manufacturer of high-performance marine audio systems, announced the addition of the MMR-25W wireless remote controller to its growing portfolio of MediaMaster® source unit control solutions. Equipped…
Jan 2, 2024 Taiga Motors, the Canadian leader in the electrification of powersports, will showcase its latest personal watercraft at the Toronto International Boat Show January 19-28, 2024 at booth 136, Heritage Court. If you’d like more information about Taiga and would like to see the Orca Performance, a 100% electric personal watercraft in action at the Toronto International Boat…
Jan 2, 2024 “Nordic Tugs is pleased to announce that Grand Yachts Inc., in British Columbia has been named our Authorized dealer for Western Canada. We are excited to be working with Robb Butler and his team at Grand Yachts. We believe that their professionalism in the marine industry will serve Nordic Tugs Owner’s needs…
Jan 2, 2024 1. TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 & THURSDAY, JANUARY 182. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 & THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 83. TUESDAY, MARCH 12 & THURSDAY, MARCH 148:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Eastern If you’re a first responder, work, or just spend time recreating on, or near cold water, thisworkshop is for you. You will learn everything you…
Jan 2, 2024 Dometic expands its inboard electric steering solution with its new Dometic Optimus 3000 Electric Steering System, specifically designed to meet the load capacity and handling needs of many styles of inboard boats up to 40-feet in length. Dometic is taking even a further step into electrification of marine steering systems and introduced the new…
Jan 2, 2024 On December 18, 2023, BRP Inc., marked an important milestone in its history by celebrating 20 years of adventure, innovation and growth. BRP’s adventure began on December 18, 2003, when it was launched as a standalone company. Its mission, which remains the same today, was to create new ways to move people and redefine…
Dec 19, 2023 Recharging a laptop requires either toting around a bulky charging brick or plugging into one of Hubbell Marine’s USB-C Power Delivery Receptacles. Providing up to 20V/55W, the new outlets quickly repower PCs, and juice-up phones and tablets up to four times faster than traditional adapters. USB-C Power Delivery Receptacles utilize Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology…
Dec 19, 2023 Scanstrut, a leading provider of innovative marine and outdoor technology, is excited to announce the appointment of Chris Wachowski as the newest addition to its team. With nearly 40 years of extensive product management experience, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise gained from prominent roles with industry giants such as Mercury, Cummins, Brunswick, Freeman Boats, and most recently,…
Dec 19, 2023 More than 1,500 marine industry professionals attended the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) 2023 Dealer Week Conference and Expo, held Dec. 4-7 in Tampa, Fla., establishing records for total registration, dealership attendance, number of exhibitors and expo hall floor space coverage. Dealership attendance set a new high-water mark at 721 dealership personnel, while total attendance improved by 15 percent, surpassing…
Dec 19, 2023 The UK media organization, Marine Industry News, has reported that Canada-based Shockwave Seats, a specialist manufacturer of marine suspension seating systems, has appointed GMA as its sales representative for its recreational product line in Europe. With a history dating back more than 20 years, today the Shockwave brand is internationally recognized with customers producing vessels for coastguard,…
Dream Yacht Worldwide, a leading sea-based vacation and global yacht charter company, has announced the renewal of its catamaran fleet in the South Pacific, Caribbean, and Americas regions. The French West Indies will be getting 27 new boats, 10 will go to Tahiti and 40 will be delivered to the Bahamas and the British Virgin Islands.
Dec 19, 2023 Brunswick Corporation will exhibit many of its industry-leading ACES technologies during the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) January 9-12, 2024. Brunswick will be featuring the next evolution of its Autonomy, Connectivity, Electrification and Shared Access (ACES) technologies and capabilities encompassing many new electrification products, the next evolution of autonomous boating, and the CES…
Dec 19, 2023 A winter boat check-up can ensure your boat stays free of water, snow and ice accumulation during the off-season (Credit: Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore/BoatUS). Across much of America, millions of recreational boats have been laid up for winter storage. With the boating season officially over, some boat owners may think they are free and clear…
Dec 12, 2023 The International Council of Marine Industry Associations, ICOMIA, has released the latest edition of its Recreational Boating Industry Statistics. The ICOMIA Statistics report provides a wealth of industry intelligence in one useful reference document and is the industry’s foremost statistical reference report, used extensively within the industry for analyzing export markets and externally for investment…
Dec 12, 2023 Michele Goldsmith, Vice President and General Manager of the Soundings Trade Only group, has been named the 2023 Darlene Briggs Marine Woman of the Year, announced the MRAA Educational Foundation. The award was presented to Goldsmith, the 37th recipient, as part of the Dealer Week Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at Dealer Week in…
Dec 12, 2023 Highfield Boats, the world’s largest builder of aluminum-hull rigid inflatable boats (RIBS) and the leading supplier of RIBs in North America, is delighted to announce two new additions to its growing North American sales and marketing team: Emma Rigby and Jean-Côme Mazière. Emma RigbyEmma Rigby, Regional Sales Manager, brings over seven years of experience from…
Dec 12, 2023 EagleCraft Boats, a leading custom boat builder with a rich heritage dating back to 1985, proudly announces the launch of its latest masterpiece, the 42′ Cruiser. This exceptional vessel marks a historic moment in Canadian maritime history as the first aluminum boat equipped with Quad Yamaha 450 horsepower outboards. Boasting a length of 42…
Dec 12, 2023 Mercury Marine will advance the 5-megawatt (MW) Ledgeview Solar Project with Alliant Energy after the utility received approval to partner on the project from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. The 32-acre project in eastern Fond du Lac County will further Mercury Marine’s sustainability initiatives and the region’s growing commitment to renewable energy. It’s the first project…
Dec 12, 2023 The Innovation Awards are returning to the 2024 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show! The Innovation Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in twenty-one product categories. Does your product have what it takes to compete? There’s only one way to find out! Enter today. Complete program details and requirements can be reviewed on the program webpage. This is your opportunity…
Those involved with, or interested in boating safety, are welcome to attend the Canadian Safe Boating Council Awards.