Eight Bells – Leo Hintze
We are saddened to share the news of Leo Hintze’s sudden passing on Saturday December 17, 2022 at the age of 81.
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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.
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Ernie Saxton joins Hutchings Marine
Ernie Saxton has joined Hutchings Marine as their new Purchasing/Technical Support person effective immediately.
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Dick Rowe, Sr. Co-Founder of Indmar passes away at age 95
Indmar Marine Engines mourns the loss of its esteemed co-founder, Richard (Dick) Rowe, Sr, who passed away on November 22, 2022 at the age of 95 surrounded by his family.
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Airmar Technology announces the passing of Vice President Peter Braffitt
Airmar Technology Corporation (Airmar) was saddened to announce on October 27th, that its Vice President, Peter Braffitt, died suddenly on October 25, 2022 at his home in South Carolina.
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Jason Oakes Named General Manager of Crestliner Boats
Crestliner Boats, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has named Jason Oakes General Manager of Crestliner Boats. In his role, Oakes will be responsible for leading and expanding the Crestliner brand.
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Outdoor Professional Sophie Lelievre-Hughes joins Can-Am Sales Group, LLC
Can-Am Sales Group, LLC., is pleased to announce that outdoor industry professional Sophie Lelievre-Hughes has joined the Can-Am sales team as Territory Sales Manager.
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Highfield Boats USA Appoints New Regional Sales Manager
Highfield Boats, manufacturer of the best-selling rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) in North America, announces the appointment of Chris Browne as Regional Sales Manager, Highfield Boats USA.
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ABYC Names Sarah Devlin as Accreditation Director
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has named Sarah Devlin as the new Accreditation Director to manage and promote the ABYC Foundation’s expanding Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP)…
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Canadian Boat Shows announces two New Staff members join the Toronto Boat Show
On October 23rd, Canadian Boat Shows announced two New Staff members join the Toronto Boat Show team.
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New leadership takes the helm at Torqeedo
Torqeedo GmbH, the market leader for marine electric drives, has appointed Fabian Bez as the company’s new chief executive officer (CEO). Mr Bez assumed day-to-day leadership of the company effective 1 October 2022.
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Robert Wilson (Rob) Ball: 1943 – 2022
We were saddened to hear of the recent death of noted C&C Yachts designer Rob Ball. Rob succumbed to injuries suffered in a recent fall on September 9th at the age of 79 at his home in New Bedford, Mass.
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New Show Manager for Vancouver International Boat Show
Canadian Boat Shows announces that their new Show Manager for the Vancouver International Boat Show will be Amanda Henschell.
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Eight Bells George Albert Wilcox
On September 11, 2022 George Albert Wilcox, retired owner of George’s Service Centre (Marine & Sports), peacefully passed away with his family by his side at the age of 82.
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HanseYachts AG announces Boris Heitmann new VP Communications & Investor Relations
As of August 2022, Boris Heitmann (58) has taken over responsibility as Vice President Communications & Investor Relations at HanseYachts AG. The graduate in business administration, communications manager and yachtsman brings with him many years of experience in international companies from various sectors and as an independent entrepreneur.
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Memorial Service for John MacLaughlin – June 1, 1941 to February 3, 2022
Now that most COVID restrictions are lifted, a memorial service is planned for John MacLaughlin on August 26th, at 11:00 am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 28 Hawthorne Avenue, Carleton Place, Ontario.
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Meet Kim Knudsen, new Community Partnerships and Training Coordinator at Quadrant Marine Institute
Kim Knudsen has just joined the Quadrant team as their new Community Partnerships and Training Coordinator. He comes to the Quadrant team with a background in high-end hospitality, business development and training development and coordination for a variety of industries including education and maritime.
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Ritchie hires sales and service lead
Ritchie Navigation, the world’s largest and oldest manufacturer of magnetic compasses, has hired Patrick Dempsey as its sales and service lead. Jon Sherman, company president, made the announcement.
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MarineMax announces Brand Marketing Manager for Azimut, Cruisers Yachts and Ocean Alexander
MarineMax welcomes Margriet Mitchell as the new brand marketing manager for Azimut, Cruisers Yachts, and Ocean Alexander. Fueled by more than 20 years of marketing management experience, Margriet joined MarineMax in March 2022.
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Eight Bells Kevin Gallagher
The industry is saddened to learn the news of the passing of Kevin Gallagher. Kevin passed away peacefully on July 10, 2022 at the Montfort Hospital, surrounded by the people he loved.
