The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the recipients of its 2026 Outstanding Technician Awards during International Marine Service Technician Week, held April 20 to 24. Sponsored by CWR Wholesale Distribution, the ABYC awards recognize 10 technicians for exceptional customer service, technical skill, … Learn More
Suntex Marinas announced the launch of its Destination Marina Partner Program, a new initiative designed to deliver exclusive, value-driven benefits to Suntex customers at the world’s most sought-after boating destinations. The program launches with Legendary Marina Resort at Blue Water Cay in Nassau, … Learn More
PORT 32 Marinas, LLC (PORT 32) – a leading owner, operator, developer, and acquirer of a growing collection of marina assets announced that PORT 32 Jacksonville has completed a comprehensive dredging project. The project deepened marina slips to an average of five feet at mean low … Learn More
The annual Sail America Industry Conference (SAIC) returned to Newport, Rhode Island, bringing the sailing industry together for two days of learning, conversation and connection. Attendees traveled from around the country to hear from knowledgeable speakers, who discussed the current state of … Learn More
Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club and a Brunswick Corporation business, announced it has acquired the Freedom Boat Club of Greater Boston & Cape Cod franchise operations, the largest current franchise in the Freedom network. The acquisition includes 21 locations across Greater … Learn More
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the largest and only boat owners’ association, BoatUS. Founded in 1966 by Richard Schwartz, BoatUS was created to represent recreational boaters and advocate for their interests, especially in the areas of boater rights and boat manufacturing safety standards. … Learn More
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services’ Bureau of Coastal Management (BCM) announced the launch of new and improved tools to address abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) across coastal South Carolina. Abandoned and derelict vessels remain a persistent issue in the state’s coastal … Learn More
The Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association (AIWA) announced that on April 7, the Administration released the FY2026 Corps’ Work Plan. The plan identifies final funding amounts for the current fiscal year. The FY26 Work Plan can be accessed through this link. Below are the … Learn More
The Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ) has donated tools and equipment to support the Marine Maintenance program at Cape May County Technical Schools (Cape Tech), helping provide students with hands-on learning opportunities and preparing them for careers in the marine … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its annual Outboard Engine Sales Trends report, part of the 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, offering a comprehensive look at one of the recreational boating industry’s closely watched segments. In 2025, U.S. outboard engine sales … Learn More
