The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) reports new boat manufacturing activity in September pulled back for the second consecutive month following a summer of elevated growth, according to its latest Monthly Shipment Report (MSR). However, the NMMA expects shipments to rebound as new parts … Learn More
America’s Boating Club® announced the launch of a new mobile resource for boaters – the America’s Boating Club app. Offering an all-in-one information asset for a great day on the water, the new application for smartphones and tablets provides nautical reference information, access … Learn More
The BoatUS Foundation and the U.S. Coast Guard Foundation are asking people to consider a gift to their respective organizations as part of Giving Tuesday– a global generosity movement that kicks off December 1 and continues into the new year. A donation … Learn More
Marinas and local governments across the US 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 in grants for the purchase … Learn More
The ICOMIA Statistics Book provides a wealth of industry statistics that are used within the industry, especially by those interested in investing or seeking to work within certain sectors. The trade association’s membership is estimated to represent more than 80% of the … Learn More
Projecting a safety-first approach to hosting the 61st annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), the show’s producer, Informa Markets, and owner, the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF), continue to receive positive feedback from participants, including exhibitors, vendors, and visitors. … Learn More
New data from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) show new powerboat retail sales picked up in September after slowing down in July and August following record growth in June. New boat sales were up 22% compared to August and up 9% year to … Learn More
The Association of Marina Industries Training Institute’s has kicked off its first-ever virtual training course with 25 in attendance. The course will run twice a week through December 10 and those in attendance will have made their first step toward earning the … Learn More
Although the physical METSTRADE 2020 has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, Amsterdam RAI, organizers of the event, are inviting the industry to participate in METSTRADE Connect 2020, taking place December 10. The event offers an entirely new platform that will connect the … Learn More
The Michigan Boating Industries Association (MBIA) has awarded Chris Lisowicz of North Shore Marina and Barrett Boat Works in Spring Lake with the Ray L. Underwood Lifetime Achievement Award for 2020, for his outstanding contributions to the recreational boating industry through leadership, … Learn More
