
IBEX 2026 Opens in Tampa
NMMA president Frank Hugelmeyer delivered encouragement and a call to action to help move the industry’s agenda forward.

NMMA president Frank Hugelmeyer delivered encouragement and a call to action to help move the industry’s agenda forward.

Sea Tow captains get access to Savvy Navvy premium accounts, and members receive an exclusive discount.

Risk Mitigation Series session on nav lights and battery systems will be on Nov. 5 for marine industry professionals.

Bayside Marine in Everett, Wash., serves boaters throughout North Puget Sound.

The organizational changes transition operations to the association’s Washington, D.C., headquarters.

The Florida dealer earned top Chris-Craft and Scout recognitions for the 2026 model year.

Brian Kelley has more than 30 years of experience in marina, shipyard and yacht services.

Kent Outdoors has a portfolio of brands in the watersports and marine safety markets.

A sluggish labor market can lengthen purchase decisions, as the September numbers suggest more people looked for work but couldn’t find it.

Eddie Smith says he created Grady-White’s purpose trust after watching other marine-company owners sell themselves into sadness.

Automation is already at work in marine factories, with some companies testing new tech for the future.

Just because a battery is marketed as ‘”solid state” today doesn’t mean it truly is.

Safe Harbor’s deal to acquire MarineMax has brokers and dealers asking questions, and boaters wondering what they’ll be able to access in the future.

The general manager of Raymarine and FLIR Marine takes our questions.

These early and growth-stage companies are working on ideas that solve real-world problems.

Eddie Smith says he created Grady-White’s purpose trust after watching other marine-company owners sell themselves into sadness.

Automation is already at work in marine factories, with some companies testing new tech for the future.

Just because a battery is marketed as ‘”solid state” today doesn’t mean it truly is.

Safe Harbor’s deal to acquire MarineMax has brokers and dealers asking questions, and boaters wondering what they’ll be able to access in the future.

The annual conference is scheduled for Dec. 6-9 at the Tampa Convention Center in Florida.

The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index dropped 6.7 points, as the present situation and future expectations both deteriorated.

Scott Clack was a champion water skier in the ’90s before pursuing a career in the marine industry.

ManpowerGroup says hiring momentum is shifting, skills needs are changing, and AI is adding a new layer to workforce strategy.

The new appointments will fill remaining positions on the reshaped leadership team.

Legacy Harbour Marina was badly damaged in one of the most powerful hurricanes ever to hit southwest Florida.

The panel, to be held during the African Boating Conference next month, will focus on building a more competitive and sustainable marine industry in Africa.

Summary The Regional Sales Representative is responsible for developing and closing sales of RHIB-style patrol and rescue vessels to municipal, county, and state government agencies,

Tatweer Misr and IGY Marinas signed an agreement for IL Monte Galala Marina in Egypt.

Alex Ciompi, based near Cannes, France, joined the Fort Lauderdale-based factory-direct export representative.

The new site creates a central hub for the campaign’s policy priorities, industry data, advocacy resources and messaging.

The company’s 20-kilowatt X20 outboard powers a refurbished pontoon at Hog Island Audubon Camp in Maine.

Income from ordinary operations returned to break even, increasing by more than $22.8 million.

One of the Pacific Northwest’s premier shows is scheduled for Feb. 5-13.

David Marlow and Peter Chisholm received the Coast Guard Distinguished Public Service Award for their contributions to boating safety.

Dealer Week will focus on how boat dealers can move forward, even if the market keeps standing still.