Today's News
Nearly 320K Boats Sold in 2020
NMMA says new-boat sales are at their highest level in 12 years, with all powerboat segments up 8 to 22 percent.
‘Injection of Capital’ for Cox Powertrain
The British company said it will use the $16.7 million to expand operations and ramp up production of its CXO300 diesel outboard.
Caterpillar Names Global Manager
Alex Berg will lead the manufacturer’s pleasure craft and yachting segment.
Groupe Beneteau Releases Preliminary 2020 Financials
Revenues were down 15.1 percent for the 16-month period that ended Dec. 31. A full report is due next month.
NAW Elects 2021 Officers
Michael Medart of Medart Engine and Marine takes the helm as chairman of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors board.
Features
Q&A with Huw Bower
Huw Bower, the president of Winnebago Outdoors, takes our questions.
Boats and RVs: Parallel Paths, Parallel Challenges
Concerns of RV and marine industries.
Employee Retention Credit: Is Your Business Eligible?
Recovery options after a pandemic shutdown.
Q&A with Martin Bjuve
Volvo Penta of the Americas president and lifelong boater Martin Bjuve.
Job Board
Columns/Blogs
When Leadership Needs to Make a Change
Business lessons from the America’s Cup.
‘If You Cannot Sell Boats, You Need a New Hobby’
A vast majority of dealers reported retail growth in January.
Going, Going, Gone
Reflecting on the year that was for marine and RV, and how to repeat.
It Takes Two to Tango
The boom in boat sales we’re enjoying is a result of the combined efforts of the National Marine Manufacturers Association and the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation.
‘A Great Start to 2021’
An onslaught of new and returning customers kept dealers busy in what is typically a slower time of year.
How is Your Inventory?
This month’s Pulse Report survey asks dealers to weigh in on product levels and strategies for restocking.