Darrell J. Lowrance dies
The founder of the Lowrance electronics brand was known for many industry firsts.
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Connecticut dealers testify against tax hike on boat sales
Wearing blue t-shirts, boat dealers gathered at the state Capitol to inform legislators how a 6.35 percent sales tax would damage boat sales.
Canadian app developer gets $450,000 federal funding for marine app
LRC Solutions’ Sailing Plan app provides vessel details for search-and-rescue efforts.
The first “Trade Talks” webinar focuses on LED lighting
The webinar will take place Thursday.
JB Turner and Nicole Jacques acquire Cape Charles Yacht Center
The Front Street Shipyard co-owner/president and marketing veteran plan to expand the facility.
Biofuels emissions are equivalent to 5.8 million additional cars on the road
New study outlines harmful environmental effects of the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Virginia marina operators sue each other over marina purchase
A lawsuit and countersuit filed in the Kingsland Marina acquisition.
Robocop coming to boatyards?
The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard is evaluating robotic exoskeleton systems for its workers.
Features
Watch and Learn
MIASF’s Salty Jobs video series gives young people a snapshot of work in the marine industry
So Many Engines, So Few Technicians
Engine manufacturers support tech training in different ways.
‘It Doesn’t Feel Like Work’
Seattle Boat Works’ strategy for keeping workers for the long haul.
A Systematic Evolution
Boatbuilding schools modernize to meet the demand for skilled labor.
JB Turner
JB Turner talks about his history in the boating industry, from cleaning boats to his time as president of Lyman-Morse to founding Front Street Shipyard.
Apprenticeships Abroad
How apprenticeships train and retain skilled workers in other countries.
Record IMBC: ‘A Much More Active Vibe’
IMBC had a record show, but a number of exhibitors want to make it better.
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Columns/Blogs
Great Lakes threatened in budget; free “Women Making Waves” video
It’s time to lobby for the Great Lakes and also promote women in fishing with an exciting new video.
Dealer confidence jumps in February
Long-term outlook also ticked up into positive territory.
Lake Erie gets a Bill of Rights; Call for help on E15 debacle
Toledo’s citizens voted to give Lake Erie a bill of rights, including the right to carry a “smaller environmental burden.”
Five easy ways to to lose customers
Your goal is to meet customer expectations for great service, and these pitfalls are easy to avoid.
Boat dealers: What are your top legislative issues for 2019?
Retailers can take a survey to weigh in on February market conditions.
Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness
Ohio voters go to the polls today to decide if a body of water, namely Lake Erie, has legal rights.
Creating Better Synergy: Marketers and the C-Suite
How to create better synergies between marketers and the C-Suite.
For Less Stress, Try Turning to Learning
Too much stress at work? Try turning to learning.
Industry Remains Confident, Despite Conflicting Indicators
Despite lower boat registrations in December, analysts are upbeat about 2019.
Market Flux, Shutdown Dampen Confidence
Even with a decline in January’s consumer confidence, employers added jobs.