Godfrey Marine, manufacturer of premium Godfrey pontoon boats and Hurricane deck boats, announced today the promotion of Doug Adrian to the role of Vice President and General Manager for Godfrey and Hurricane.
Pace Industries, North America’s leading full-service aluminum, zinc and magnesium die casting manufacturer, today announced that Doug Albert has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer.
The marine industry is saddened to share the news of Sandy Johnson’s passing on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at the age of 83. Sandy and her husband Terry bought Hamer Bay Marine on Lake Joseph in 1980. Today, the marina is owned and operated by her son Mike and daughter-in-law Sandra.
It is with heavy hearts that the family sadly announce the passing of Alfred “Alf” Mortimer (the second), on March 29, 2023. He was in his 100th year. Beloved, devoted husband to the late Lois Helen Jean Mortimer (nee Sutherland).
We learned through Boating Ontario, that Russell Christensen, Owner/Operator of Almenara en al Rio Marina and Campground, Spanish Ontario and long-time property owner, New Denmark NB, passed away suddenly at Grand Falls NB hospital due to a heart attack on Monday 20 March 2023 at the age of 63.
After 34 years at UK Sailmakers, General Manager Adam Loory is about to retire to do, what else, sail the South Pacific with his wife Jenni. Adam has been one of the operational leaders of UK for decades helping customers and UK staffers manage the day-to-day business of sailmaking.
Furuno USA has hired two new sales associates covering the Gulf of Mexico and Southeast regions. Mr. Philip Sweeny and Mr. Adrian Navarro come to Furuno with many years of practical knowledge and hands-on experience under their belts.
At the recently held Boating BC AGM, four new board members were elected for a two-year term:
Under the direction of Sean Fawcett, President, the Landing School in Arundel, Maine is pleased to announce the addition of two new team members, Peter Worthington as a third Marine Systems Instructor, and Reis Hagerman as Admissions Manager, to the staff.
The Leader in Ultrasonic Technology and Multi-sensor Solutions Continues to Grow in Talent and Innovation.
The ABYC Foundation has recognized Kevin McKiernan, a marine service technology teacher from North Providence High School (NPHS) in Rhode Island as the 2022 Educator of the Year. The annual award honors extraordinary marine service technology instructors teaching in a high school, post-secondary school, or within the industry.
Shurhold, a leading manufacturer of premium cleaning and maintenance products for marine, RV, automotive and aviation, has hired Forrest Ferrari as its chief operating officer (COO). Barry Berhoff, CEO, made the announcement.
CORK/ Sail Kingston Inc is a highly motivated organization with a challenging mission – to host high quality sailing regattas for all ages, including national, continental and world championships.
Dave Mayhew, President of The Boat Warehouse is pleased to announce that Andy Lindsay joined The Boat Warehouse in the position of General Manager on January 1st, 2023.
To better serve its growing OEM and end-user customer base, SmartPlug Systems, leading manufacturer of innovative safety-centric shore power delivery products for boats, RVs and specialty vehicles, has expanded its support roster. Evan Lewellen has been promoted to customer service and sales support.
Mike Burns, president of North South Nautical Group is pleased to announce that George Haykin has joined the brokerage team serving the Hamilton area.
New Team Members to Support Education, Membership, Marketing, and Finance Initiatives. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has placed four newcomers, including renowned marine industry journalist Tim Murphy, in key positions at the organization.
Effective January 1, 2023, Jim Wielgosz has been named Interim Executive Director for NMMA Canada. Wielgosz will serve in the role as the association conducts an executive search to replace former president Sara Anghel, who departed NMMA Canada last month.
As part of the Let’s Go Beyond! plan and the structuring of the House of Brands, the Groupe Beneteau announces the appointments of Yann Masselot as Chief Brands and Communication Officer for the Boat division and Jean-François Lair as Director of BENETEAU brand.
We are saddened to share the news of Gerry Huck’s passing, peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday December 25, 2022 at the age of 84.