The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has launched its latest online course offering: the ABYC/MRAA Service Management Certification. In collaboration with the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), ABYC developed a shared certification exam and written study guide to meet the … Learn More
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced $8.75 million in grant awards to 15 small shipyards in 12 states through the Small Shipyard Grant Program. The funds will help shipyards modernize, increase productivity, and expand local job opportunities while competing … Learn More
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) recently released the results of a study that examined the effectiveness of its standards in enhancing boating safety. The analysis was conducted by the research firms Industrial Economics and ITA International, which used NMMA-certified boats for the analysis … Learn More
The Association of Marina Industries has accredited the following facilities as Clean & Resilient Marinas: Miami Beach Marina Caloosa Cove Marina Safe Harbor Rockland Madeline Island Yacht Club Safe Harbor Great Island Safe Harbor Sunset Bay The managers of each facility participated … Learn More
Continuing its commitment to relentless innovation, Ditch Navigation has launched a major upgrade to its boating navigation application. Enhanced Smart Path technology now offers dramatically superior accuracy and customization for intelligent route planning thanks to an exponential increase in data points. The … Learn More
The Sea Tow Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to boating safety, has announced its new Boating Safety Advisory Committee Members. The new members were chosen by the current council and executive committee with oversight from the Sea Tow Foundation’s Board of Directors. … Learn More
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) will be hosting the IBEX Innovation Awards program during this year’s event, taking place October 1 to 3 in Tampa. The program, judged by Boating Writers International (BWI) recognizes manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products … Learn More
West Marine, and some of its affiliates, entered a new $150 million credit facility from asset-based lender (ABL) Eclipse Business Capital. The transaction extends the previous maturity date and provides reduced interest expense. These transactions support the company’s strategic evolution and long-term … Learn More
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina has achieved the Turtle Conservancy‘s Turtle Safe Certification, highlighting its commitment to protecting local sea turtle populations. This certification recognizes the resort’s comprehensive efforts to implement turtle-friendly lighting throughout its property, ensuring a safe nesting environment … Learn More
California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is now accepting grant applications for the Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Education and Outreach Grant Program. A maximum of $280,031 of federal funding per targeted region is available to organizations for educating coastal … Learn More
