The National Marine Manufacturers Association’s (NMMA) Q2 2020 Marine CEO Sentiment Report, a quarterly survey to assess the state and needs of U.S. recreational boat, engine and marine accessory manufacturing businesses, is now available. The Q2 survey was fielded in July, and data … Learn More
DockMaster Software has announced the launch of an online sales integration, powered by SpeedyDock, one of DockMaster’s integration partners. The integration creates an e-commerce platform for marine operators to conduct online sales using Shopify. It will provide clients with the opportunity to sell … Learn More
With the cancellation of the 49th Annual MRA Educational Conference & Trade Show due to the COVID-19 pandemic the Marine Recreation Association has decided to take the Educational Conference to the internet with a series of interactive ZOOM webinars focused on meeting … Learn More
The Sea Tow Foundation in cooperation with its North American Sober Skipper Advisory Council, announced the official call for entry for its “National Boating Industry Safety Awards.” The 2020 contest features an enhanced series of categories which recognize top boating safety programs … Learn More
The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded 27 competitive grants totaling more than $3.8 million for recreational boating safety. Ten national nonprofit organizations received funding in 2020 through the National Recreational Boating Safety Program. The purpose of the National Recreational Boating Safety Program … Learn More
The Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA) is providing recreational boating industry businesses free aluminum Wake Responsibly signs. Those interested in obtaining one or several, should email info@wsia.net with the request. The original Wake Responsibly signs, handouts and downloads are also still available. Click here for downloadable links.
US Harbors, a free online resource for boaters and coastal communities, has announced the second annual National Harbormaster Appreciation Day will be celebrated on October 8. The holiday, registered with the National Day Archive, is intended to bring recognition to the vital public … Learn More
Registration is now open for International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), being held virtually September 29 to October 2. IBEX Online: A Virtual Experience is a free trade event designed to allow the industry to come together in a safe and productive environment. … Learn More
Read more on this property in Marina Dock Age’s November 2019 issue here Gulf Star Marina, Southwest Florida’s first fully automated “smart marina,” is now open on Fort Myers Beach. Developed by Carroll Properties, Gulf Star Marina is the first in the … 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 the activation of its disaster relief grant program to assist Coast Guard members impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Laura. … Learn More
