The U.S. House has approved the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA) as part of the year-end omnibus and COVID relief legislative package. This bipartisan legislation, which the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has developed and passed on a biennial basis … Learn More
The IBEX 2021 Call for Proposals is now open, and the annual conference is seeking input from the industry on technical seminars, special sessions, and exhibitor-hosted Tech Talks. The deadline for submissions is February 1. For session topics IBEX does not allow product or service … Learn More
Tavistock Development Company has begun a major transformation of Pier Sixty-Six Hotel and Marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, starting with a new state-of-the-art SF Marina floating concrete superyacht dock for its Pier South location. As visiting superyachts became ever larger over the … Learn More
Marinas and local governments across the U.S. and Canada can stop litter from entering coastal and inland waterways and reduce marine debris thanks to a new grant program sponsored by Dart Container Corporation and UltraTech International, Inc. Dart will provide up to $100,000 … Learn More
Both Maryland and Michigan clean marina programs, announced recent certifications and recertifications of marinas. Clean Marina is a voluntary program adopted by many states with the goal of having marinas adopt best management practices and an adherence to regulations to keep our … Learn More
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking applications from Minnesota residents to serve on the Aquatic Invasive Species Advisory Committee. There are currently three appointments available for new members to serve a three-year term and NMMA is strongly encouraging stakeholders … Learn More
U.S. Senator Steve Daines’ bipartisan bill that promotes outdoor veteran recovery programs and expands outdoor recreational opportunities for veterans on public lands was signed into law. The “Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act” will help create treatment and therapy opportunities for veterans on public … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) reports October was a historic month for new powerboat retail sales. Data shows new powerboat sales gained momentum in October, up 18 percent compared to September, and up 30 percent year-over-year (YOY) on a seasonally-adjusted basis. Year-to-date … Learn More
A new study from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) has found that millions of new or returning participants have taken up fishing & boating. Titled Who’s On Board: Keeping New Anglers & Boaters Hooked, the study is a comprehensive look at … Learn More
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is hosting SUR/TECH on January 6 to 7. The virtual training event is dedicated to providing continuing education for marine surveyors, technicians, and other marine professionals. “With technical training events canceled around the world, ABYC reached … Learn More
