CA Yacht Brokers Association Acquires the Log Maritime Newspaper

The California Yacht Brokers Association (CYBA) announced its historic acquisition of The Log , California’s premier maritime newspaper and trusted journal of record for the boating community since 1971. The landmark deal pairs two more than 50-year-old California institutions, ensuring that The Log remains a vital, independent media voice for generations to come.

The transition began with Dave Abrams, owner and publisher of The Log. Rather than selling the publication to a private enterprise or commercial entity for monetary gain, Abrams made the intentional decision to donate The Log to the CYBA. The Maritime Institute, the parent entity of The Log, is not part of this acquisition.

Central to the acquisition is an unwavering commitment to maintaining The Log ’s complete editorial autonomy. While the CYBA represents California’s professional yacht brokers, leadership from both organizations emphasized that the newspaper’s journalistic integrity and objective reporting will remain entirely untouched.

Under the stewardship of the CYBA, The Log will receive fresh backing to expand its digital reach, modernize its online presence and grow its coverage footprint statewide while retaining its beloved print presence in docks, marinas and yacht clubs across California.