June 20, 2022Clean and gleaming in the sun, new boats have a sparkle that quickly fades if preventative steps aren't taken. The New Boat Bundle from Glidecoat has everything needed to prepare the hull surface and apply a ceramic coating that will preserve the showroom finish of a 30' boat and make future maintenance faster and easier.
During the manufacturing and dealer prep phases, boats can develop visible swirl marks and minor scratches. The first step in the New Boat Bundle process is to remove them with Glidecoat Nano Polish. Ideal for use on both gelcoat and painted finishes, it has small active particles that minimize heat build-up and allow the product to work faster. As it cleans and polishes, it removes light surface imperfections.
The next step is to use Glidecoat Surface Wipe. This one-step formula removes wax, oil and polish residue to prepare the surface for maximum bonding with Marine Ceramic Coating.
The cornerstone of the Glidecoat protection system, high-performance Marine Ceramic Coating outlasts and outperforms even synthetic waxes. Nano-ceramic particles create a network of protective molecules highly resistant to corrosion, chemicals and UV rays. Because the layer is hydrophobic, it repels water and dirt. This makes cleaning simple, requiring only a blast from a freshwater hose. Marine Ceramic Coating provides up to 18 months of protection with very little maintenance needed. A video of the process is at www.bit.ly/NewBoatBundle.
Glidecoat's New Boat Bundle comes with a 16 oz. container of Nano Polish, 16 oz. of Surface Wipe, 250ml of Marine Ceramic Coating, four microfiber cloths and four application sponges, ample quantities to treat a 30' boat.
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New Boat Bundle preserves finish
Recreational craft and invasive species – how to manage biofouling to stop the spread
New Biofouling Management for Recreational Boating Report is published
Killer shrimps, sea squirts and the spiny water flea are all examples of invasive alien species that have been introduced to new areas in various parts of the world by recreational craft such as boats, yachts and other small craft.
Invasive alien species are known to be one of the biggest drivers of biodiversity loss, and their management especially in marine environments is incredibly challenging. Therefore, the most cost effective away of addressing their impacts is to prevent their spread to new areas.
Changing Scene
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Launchings
Brunswick Corporation launches new boat brand designed for electrification and first-time boaters
On January 4, 2023, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) launched Veer, an all-new boat brand designed to support electric propulsion and appeal to the next generation of boaters, and also debuted the first model in the Veer line-up; the X13.
“Recreational boating and fishing are enjoying increasing popularity with younger and more diverse consumers,” said Matt Atilano, Veer Director of Strategy. “We identified a gap in the marketplace and a need to create a more targeted and modern experience for these new boaters, which inspired the design and development of the Veer brand.”
People
C-Tow Marine Assistance appoints Jill Noel to Manager of Operations
C-Tow Marine Assistance Ltd., which has been serving and assisting recreational boaters across Canadian waterways for more than 35 years, has announced the appointment of Jill Noel to Manager of Operations, effective January 2, 2023.
In her new role, with an overall goal of building the C-Tow brand across Ontario and throughout Canada, Jill will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations including digital marketing and social media initiatives, company representation at national and local industry events, managing the C-Tow captains, and liaising with marinas, yacht clubs, and marine associations.