Below Deck Mediterranean star Captain Sandy Yawn is taking her passion for the maritime industry beyond reality TV with Captain Sandy’s Charities, a nonprofit bringing the fully accredited maritime education program, Steering Toward Success, into U.S. schools. Originally launched in Florida and … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association’s latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary report, covering the rolling period from May 2024 through April 2025, points to continued headwinds with new powerboat retail unit sales down 9% year-to-date (Jan. – April 2025) compared to the same … Learn More
Discover Boating® has compiled articles and resources covering a variety of recreational boating safety topics, including the recent five-part safe boating video series, in collaboration with Progressive Insurance®. Included in the video player below is the ‘How to Boat Safely with Kids’ episode from the video … Learn More
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC), in partnership with Yamaha, Suzuki, Mercury, Honda and the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), participated in and judged Marine Service Technology competitions at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, held June 23 to 27 … Learn More
LOOKOUT, the AI pioneer in marine safety, launched enhanced benefits to marine professionals through its preferred dealer and installer program. The new resources help LOOKOUT dealers and installers grow their business and ensure LOOKOUT customers continue to experience excellent service with their … Learn More
The Newport International Boat Show announced its partnership with local and national organizations to sponsor this year’s Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport. These businesses help make New England’s premier boat show possible for visitors from around the local community and … Learn More
MDS Brand, industry-leader in boat builder and dealer technology solutions, announced the next revolution in lead generation tools with the release of its Visitor Reveal Suite. Comprised of the three breakthrough offerings – Visitor RevealTM, Footprint IDTM and DataFuelTM – the MDS Brand Visitor … Learn More
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced that the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has officially accepted ABYC C-5, Construction and Testing of Electric Navigation Lights, as an equivalent to UL 1104, according to Policy Letter 01-25. This acceptance gives manufacturers and boat builders a … Learn More
The Sea Tow Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting boating safety, announced its 2025 Life Jacket Loaner Program Awardees. Through the 2025 grant program, a total of 3,774 life jackets and 50 loaner stand kits were awarded. 119 groups across 39 states received life jackets … Learn More
With the arrival of hurricane season, the National Marine Lenders Association is hosting an informative webinar, led by marine insurance expert Matt Anderson, Global Marine Insurance, addressing critical questions and evolving issues related to the marine insurance landscape. This forum is for … Learn More
