The Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ) announced that after weeks of meetings with the New Jersey legislative leadership including budget committee members and staff, the governor and legislature agreed to drop the proposal to repeal the sales tax cap and … Learn More
New data from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) show wholesale shipments of new boats increased for the third consecutive month in July, doubling compared to June on a seasonally adjusted basis, as boat building production continued to gain momentum across all boat … Learn More
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is providing $13.5 million in Waterway Improvement Fund grants in Fiscal Year 2021 to enhance and improve public boating access facilities, water safety, and navigation throughout the state. This funding will go toward 43 projects in 17 counties, along … Learn More
Following construction of its new facility, the Annapolis Yacht Club Sailing Center was certified as a Maryland Clean Marina this summer. The old facility was certified several years ago, but the new one is modern and contains indoor repair areas. Storm water … Learn More
The Wisconsin Marine Association will hold its 11th annual fall conference virtually. The event entitled, “A Rising Industry Through Uncharted Waters” will take place on November 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CST on Zoom. Marina managers, dealers, sales and service … Learn More
Reps. Don Beyer (D-VA) and Francis Rooney (R-FL) have introduced the Strengthening Coastal Communities Act, bipartisan legislation that would direct offshore wind revenues to NOAA’s Coastal Resilience Grants Program. The grant program “funds projects that are helping coastal communities and ecosystems prepare for … Learn More
ComMar Sales recently donated Firstwatch H2OTAC Rain Jackets to the Louisiana Cajun Navy to support the all-volunteer organization’s ongoing relief efforts after Hurricanes Laura and Sally. The Louisiana Cajun Navy was originally formed in the wake of devastating Hurricane Katrina as civilians … Learn More
The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, announced that it awarded 167 scholarships in 2020, totaling $503,000 in support. Since the program began in 1990 the Coast Guard Foundation has … Learn More
The United States Power Squadrons® – America’s Boating Club® has provided a way for recreational boaters to make use of their time, while improving their skills for a safer and more enjoyable boating experience. The organization now offers an online boating safety course that … Learn More
Polyform US is introducing new Pink Fenders to “Protect What Matters” to bring awareness and funds to the fight against breast cancer. To support these efforts, Polyform has created this new color of fender and will be donating at least a dollar … Learn More
