Snag-A-Slip has closed a $4.8 Million Series A financing round enabling the company to expand both its online boat slip reservation company and its consulting and marina management sister company, Oasis Marinas. Oasis Marinas currently operates six marinas in the Mid-Atlantic, while … Learn More
Several members of the Houston Big Game Fishing Club board have formed a committee to manage the newly created Hurricane Harvey Sportfishing & Marine Industry Recovery Fund. Monies raised will be used to aid individuals, families, and small businesses directly involved in … Learn More
Sunset Bay Marina on Clear Lake in Iowa is facing the possibility of having to shorten its longest dock from 496 feet to 300 with a loss of space for about 70 boats. For an area with a consistent waiting list for … Learn More
The Association of Marina Industries is now a member of the Outdoor Recreation Industry Roundtable, joining other marine industry associations to promote the growth of the outdoor recreation economy. ORIR has issued white papers on the need for government reforms to help … Learn More
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued waivers to 38 states to allow the sale of 15 percent ethanol gasoline blends. The waivers are in response to Hurricane Harvey which limited the availability of fuel. The National Marine Manufacturers Association wrote to … Learn More
Both organizations are sponsoring crew to help them build relationships with industry leaders and learn more about the maritime industry in the hope they will establish long-term careers. Founded in 1989, ISS represents the large yacht industry with the mission to build … Learn More
Dallas-based Suntex Marina Investors LLC (Suntex) is collecting donations for Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. The company is encouraging employees, members and customers to donate through the www.youcaring.com/SuntexCaresSoutheastTexas site that has a goal set of raising $25,000. In addition, Suntex donated ten percent … Learn More
PIANC’s Recreational Navigation Commission has released a new publication, ‘10 Years of the Marina Excellence Design ‘Jack Nichol’ Award (MEDA)’ The free publication is a collection of the MEDA award winning projects focusing on how the marinas provide a protected harbor and … Learn More
Freedom Boat Club has added Jeanneau Outboard Powerboats as an approved and preferred boat for its fleet. The club considers the needs of both boaters and franchise owners when choosing a suitable brand to add to its approved boat list. A few … Learn More
The first course of a six-course marine-industry certification program will be offered at this year’s Refit International Exhibition and Conference, January 10-11 at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Developed by American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA) in … Learn More
