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
Padebco Full Service Boatyard & Custom Boat Builder in Round Pond, Maine, is the 60th business in the state to be recognized by the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the Safety & Health Achievement Recognition … Learn More
A new 75 BFII Marine Travelift has been delivered to Marina Mile Yachting Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The lift with a 75-metric ton capacity and new technology replaces the facility’s 34-year old 70 BFM. Marine Travelift provides readily available support on … Learn More
Lauderdale Marine Center, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has purchased two new boatlifts from Cimolai Technology that can hoist boats weighing 300 to 500 tons. Named the Beast and Brutus, the lifts will increase the service capacity of the yard and give the … Learn More
Lake Don Pedro Marina and Moccasin Point Marina in Tuolumne County, California, have been purchased by Suntex Marina Investors, LLC. The facilities are located on Lake Don Pedro, the sixth largest reservoir in California. Moccasin Point Marina on the eastern side offers … Learn More
