Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on certain U.S. products took effect Sept. 8. The Canadian countermeasures cover $27.6 billion in imports from the United States and are in response to the Trump administration’s recent 50% tariff on certain imports from Canada. American-made recreational boats, … Learn More
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has made its existing Introduction to Boatyard Basics online course available in Spanish, expanding access to foundational training for Spanish-speaking boatyard employees. The Spanish-language course, “Introducción a los conceptos básicos de los astilleros,” prepares newcomers … Learn More
The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water has announced its speaker lineup for its 2026 Turning the Tide Summit. The four-day event, which addresses the issue of abandoned and derelict vessels and disposal solutions, is set for Dec. 6 to … Learn More
The Docks Expo & Marina Conference has announced its 2026 education lineup, featuring 31 speakers, 19 education sessions and a pre-conference workshop. The Docks Expo and Marina Conference is produced by Marina Dock Age. Now in its thirteenth year, this annual industry … Learn More
Procaccianti Companies and its joint venture partner, Rugger Capital, has acquired Charleston Harbor Resort, a 217-key waterfront property in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The resort will be managed by Procaccianti’s hospitality affiliate, TPG Hotels & Resorts. In parallel, Suntex Marinas announced its acquisition … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released new national survey findings from 2,000 active U.S. recreational boaters, offering a clear picture of how access challenges are shaping Americans’ on the water experience. The results show that congestion at ramps and marinas, limited … Learn More
The American Boat & Yacht Council Foundation has opened scholarship applications for students enrolling in post-secondary marine service technology, marine trades and related technical education programs for spring 2027. Applications will be accepted through Oct. 31. The ABYC Foundation advances safe boating … Learn More
Colliers has brokered the sale of Constitution Marina, a 273-slip marina located in Boston, Massachusetts, to Go Outdoors, an investment platform focused on acquiring marinas and deluxe RV resorts throughout the United States. The property sold for an undisclosed price. Andrew Cantor, … Learn More
Sea Tow Services International (Sea Tow®), recognized throughout the marine industry as Your Road Service at Sea®, released its findings from its 2026 member survey. The purpose of the survey was to better understand how rising fuel prices and other costs are affecting recreational boating. … Learn More
The Yamaha Marine Connected Boat Division recently announced an expanded business and product offering with Skipperi, a Yamaha-owned boat club platform designed to help dealers generate new streams of recurring revenue. Skipperi’s technology and reservation system handles key aspects for dealerships and … Learn More
