On the final day of the Georgia Legislative session, the Georgia House of Representatives unanimously approved the Senate Substitute for House Bill 994. Sponsored by Rep. Alan Powell and carried in the Senate by Senator Matt Brass, this bill addresses liability issues … Learn More
The 2024 American Boating Congress (ABC), the industry’s annual advocacy event, takes place on May 8-10. Ahead of the conference in Washington, D.C., the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) team is hosting a webinar on April 23, at 2:00 p.m. ET. Attendees will learn … Learn More
The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) announced the successful graduation of the third cohort of the Yacht Service Technician Apprenticeship Program in collaboration with the Florida Department of Education and Atlantic Technical College. Nine graduates completed the demanding two-year program, … Learn More
Oasis Marinas, a leading marina and hospitality partner with 50 managed properties, announced the expansion of its portfolio by entering into a management agreement with Serendipity Resort & Campground, a versatile vacation destination with glamping, tent and RV campsites. This strategic move represents … Learn More
Suntex Marina Investors, LLC, the largest standalone marina owner in the United States, and Centerbridge Partners, L.P. have established a joint venture backed by Centerbridge-affiliated funds and global institutional investors to acquire over $1.25 billion in new marinas across the United States. … Learn More
The National Women’s Sailing Association (NWSA) will hold the 2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference on June 8, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Southern Yacht Club in Crescent City, Louisiana with help from Community Sailing New Orleans. The all-day event welcomes women sailors of … Learn More
AVIKUS, HD Hyundai’s autonomous navigation in-house startup, announced its autonomous navigation is proven to reduce fuel use by as much as 15% and expected to reduce carbon emissions by 10%. This is the first time these fuel savings have been verified. The fuel savings were … Learn More
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF), whose mission is to increase participation in recreational fishing and boating, along with its consumer brand, Take Me Fishing™, announced an integrated partnership with Sport Fishing Championship (SFC). The alliance is designed to bring awareness … Learn More
The ABYC Foundation has named Freddie Fowler from Manatee Technical College in Bradenton, Florida, as the 2023 Educator of the Year. The annual award honors extraordinary marine service technology instructors teaching in a high school, post-secondary school, or within the industry. A … Learn More
The Leisure Investment Properties Group has released its 2024 LIPG Marina Investment Report. This comprehensive analysis offers insights into the marina investment landscape for 2023 and beyond, covering market trends, opportunities, and potential challenges. This report includes the following articles: Marina Market … Learn More
