Outlook Survey outlines a rising tide of concerns among manufacturers—especially those in the recreational marine industry. Trade uncertainties have surged to the top of industry challenges, cited by 76.2% of respondents—a 20-percentage-point jump from Q4 2024 and 40 points higher than Q3 … Learn More
SGX Mainboard-listed Grand Banks Yachts Limited, the builder of luxury boat brands such as Grand Banks, Palm Beach and EastBay, announced that it has entered into a sale and purchase agreement to acquire two properties in Newport, Rhode Island, for a total … Learn More
The National Marine Trades Council (NMTC) announced the dates and location for its 52nd anniversary conference. NMTC will return July 21 to 24 in Portland, Maine, with the host hotel being the Portland Harbor Hotel located in downtown Portland. The NMTC conference … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Hall of Fame Award, the association’s most prestigious honor. This annual award recognizes individuals whose outstanding contributions have had—and continue to have—a significant and lasting impact on the recreational boating … Learn More
The Ohio Marine Trades Association (OMTA) hosted the 2025 Ohio Boating Conference on March 18 and 19 at the Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, marking the first time since 2008 that the association has held a statewide conference. The two-day event brought together … Learn More
Discover Boating, powered by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and the Marine Recreation Association of America (MRAA), in collaboration with Progressive Insurance, rolled out the first episode in its fourth safety video series. To educate and engage the next generation of boaters, whose path … Learn More
Shields Marina in St. Marks, Florida, has been sold to Bowline Marinas, a growing operator of premier marina facilities. The sale, brokered by National Marina Sales, was finalized on March 13, 2025, and includes the full-service marina that has approximately 90 wet … Learn More
The 2025 American Boating Congress (ABC) is set to return to the nation’s capital, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers and stakeholders to advocate for the future of recreational boating. With crucial discussions unfolding around tax, trade, infrastructure and regulations, now more than ever the … Learn More
Maryland Depart of Natural Resources has certified Cedar Point Marina in Grasonville as the newest Maryland Clean Marina. The department awards this designation to marinas that comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and voluntarily adopt a significant portion of recommended best practices in … Learn More
The Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport has announced that the 54th annual Newport International Boat Show will take place September 11 through 14, 2025, at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport, Rhode Island. “We are pleased to announce the … Learn More
