Ahead of the August Recess, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation approved the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund (Trust Fund)—a program that supports about $650 million annually in fishery restoration and conservation efforts, boating access and infrastructure, as well … Learn More
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Elijah E. Cummings Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2020 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The bill includes a provision that would mandate the wearing of engine cut-off devices for operators of … Learn More
The International Boatyard Exposition’s (IBEX) Innovation Awards are transitioning to a virtual format as IBEX 2020 moves to an online experience. The 2020 Innovation Awards program will offer a way for the industry to recognize and honor innovation in new product development, while also giving deserved exposure to those exhibiting … Learn More
Southern Marinas Holdings, LLC, a partnership between a New York-based private investment firm and Southern Marinas, announced the purchase of Bay Point Resort and Marina in Marblehead, Ohio, on July 8. This acquisition brings the growing Southern Marinas’ portfolio total to 11 … Learn More
Safe Harbor Marinas has acquired Peninsula Yacht Club, Skippers Landing Marina, Kings Point Marina, Bahia Bleu Marina and Reserve Harbor Yacht Club. The first three properties are on Lake Norman in Charlotte, North Carolina, Bahia Bleu is located in Savannah, Georgia and Reserve Harbor is … Learn More
The National Association of Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) is requesting stakeholder input to update A Guide for Multiple-Use Waterway Management, Second Edition. The Second Edition was published in 2004 and waterway managers have seen changes and growth of multiple forms of recreational boating … Learn More
In an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote, Congress passed the Great American Outdoors Act – legislation that will stimulate the recreational boating industry and create more safe and sustainable recreation access for all Americans. The bill – which is expected to be signed by President Trump … Learn More
The Sea Tow Foundation, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to the education and awareness of safe boating practices, was awarded a new grant from the Sport Fish Restoration & Boating Trust Fund to conduct a flare disposal program. The Sea Tow Foundation … Learn More
The U.S. Boat Shows division of Informa Markets, the leading exhibitions organizer that operates the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), is introducing AllSecure, a newly enhanced approach to health and safety, at all of its events. This announcement comes ahead of … Learn More
METSTRADE and RAI Amsterdam have announced the opening of entries for the 30th edition of the DAME Design Award, exclusively for the exhibitors attending this year’s METSTRADE Show. DAME is judged by a panel of leading boat, interior and industrial designers, as … Learn More
