The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced that Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School in Massachusetts has earned accreditation through the Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP), becoming the first high school in the nation to receive this distinction. … Learn More
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX), North America’s largest marine industry trade event, will shift to a December date pattern beginning in 2027 in response to feedback from the industry and disruptions caused by hurricane season. The event will remain in its … Learn More
The Association of Marina Industries (AMI) announced that 100% of the AMI Board of Directors has contributed to BoatPAC, the federal political action committee representing the recreational boating industry. The joint PAC fund of the AMI, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) … Learn More
Discover Boating, powered by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Marine Retailers Association of America, in collaboration with Progressive Insurance®, has launched a new series of educational safety videos designed for new and current boaters. The third video installment in this series, “How to Create … Learn More
The Newport International Boat Show, presented by BankNewport, will be giving back to the local community through support of IYRS School of Technology & Trades; the Rhode Island Marine Trade Association (RIMTA) to support workforce development at area high schools; Sail Newport, … Learn More
Dockmate®, manufacturer of advanced wireless remote-control systems for yachts, announced it is the Title Sponsor for the 2025 MarineMax Southeast Florida Getaways!® calendar. Through this partnership, Dockmate will bring hands-on demonstrations, technical clinics and special incentives to every trip, giving participating boaters the … Learn More
Mack Boring & Parts Co. announced it has purchased a new headquarters facility in Somerset, New Jersey. The new campus includes a 55,000-square-foot building on more than 8 acres and expected approval to expand up to a total of 120,000 square feet … Learn More
As the U.S. recreational boating industry moved into the first quarter of 2025, new data from the National Marine Manufacturers Association’s Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary report paints a complex picture—defined by ongoing retail softness, cautious optimism and a watchful eye on economic indicators … Learn More
ACEL Power, a leader in electric propulsion innovation, announced a strategic partnership with Electrified Marina, the nation’s top-performing electric watercraft dealer. This milestone agreement is set to amplify the availability of ACEL’s high-performance electric outboards—starting with the powerful Intelligent Electric Series of … Learn More
Suntex Marina Investors LLC has announced that Saguaro Lake Marina in Mesa, Arizona has been acquired through its joint venture. Expanding into this rapidly growing area, this is the third Suntex marina and third Suntex Boat Club within a two-hour drive of … Learn More
