Marine industry veteran Larry Porche, who died suddenly this past June, is the 2021 recipient of the National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Mel Barr Award.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Moe Elnewishy as our new General Manager overseeing our Lake Simcoe Marinas, comprising Lefroy Harbour, Kon Tiki and Lake Simcoe Marine. Moe is a well-respected professional with 15+ years experience in the marine and hospitality sectors extending globally to the Middle East.
Mike Burns is pleased to announce that Iryna Granich has joined North South Nautical Group and will be working from the NEW Port Credit location.
Walter “Bing” Burns O’Meara, age 81, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021 at Emerald Memory Care in Glenview, IL, after a long hard-fought battle with Alzheimer’s.
Raritan Engineering is pleased to announce the newest member of its team, Patrick McNeel. He joins the leading global single-source marine sanitation manufacturer with a bachelor of science degree in industrial design from Appalachian State University.
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) announced on September 20th that Kris Neff has been named President, Boston Whaler and Nick Stickler has been appointed Vice President of Category Management and Strategic Planning at Mercury Marine. Both announcements are effective immediately.
Earl John Dunn, in his 83rd year, on September 14, 2021, at home with his family following a short illness.
BCI Marine has hired Bradley Hale as Regional Sales Director, Ontario. Bradley brings 35+ years of dealer partner to consumer sales expertise to the Canadian (Ontario) boating space.
Paul Tennyson adapted from the reinforced plastics business to form Canadian Sailcraft in 1963. From there it was only up with bigger and more impressive boats, big name designers and arrival as one of Ontario’s big three builders C&C, Hinterhoeller and CS; Tennyson became well known as a pioneer of the Canadian industry.
Steeve Corrigan has joined the Mercury Marine Canada Team as Business Development Manager covering the Atlantic Provinces and Northern Quebec.
AIRMAR® Technology Corporation, a world leader in ultrasonic transducers and Chirp technology, is pleased to welcome Diana Sufariu to the company as Director of Engineering.
Hella marine has appointed Gary Stidham as its new USA sales manager. Jeff Haas, head of sales for Hella USA, made the announcement from its US headquarters near Atlanta, Georgia.
IMTRA, the leading manufacturer and importer of quality solutions and products for the marine, energy and transportation markets, announced August 19th, that the sales team has been bolstered, anticipating the upcoming retirement of long-time sales and service representative, Dick Davidson.
We were saddened to hear of the recent passing of Tom Johannsen, a pioneer in the development of light weight foam cored composite laminates, and a true gentleman in an often competitive industry.
Promar is pleased to announce that Rob Gervais from Can-Am Sales Group, LLC., has been chosen as Promar’s “Top Sales Performer – Canada” for the second straight year.
Torqeedo announced the appointment of Anders Hård as its vice-president global services. Hård is responsible for developing Torqeedo’s international service and aftermarket sales and support strategy. In addition, his team develops tools, processes, and standards to ensure that Torqeedo customers have the best owner experience possible, whether in-house or with our service partners around the world.
Marc Diening is to be the new CEO of Bavaria Yachts. On August 1st, he will move from the fire protection specialist Magirus, which boasts a rich tradition, to Giebelstadt.
SmartPlug Systems LLC, leading manufacturer of safety-focused power delivery products for boats, RVs and specialty vehicles, continues to expand by adding Andrew Lankford as a quality assurance engineer along with moving to a larger facility.
Today I am announcing that I will be stepping aside as the Publisher of Canadian Yachting Magazine and Boating Industry Canada after nine years at the helm.
Navico®, parent company to the Lowrance®, Simrad Yachting, B&G® and C-MAP® brands, has announced the hiring of Kim Rodriguez as its new PR Manager for the Americas, bringing the communications position in-house for the first time.