Alan Wendt

An exoskeleton suit that can carry 200 pounds, an airport flight monitor that displays personalized messages and 3-D sensing equipment could all find their ways into boating.

Sea Ray redefines the glass helm at the Consumer Electronics Show with an intuitive display that will eventually include speech and gesture recognition.

Showcasing its new Sea Ray SLX-R 400-e at the Consumer Electronics Show, Brunswick stakes out its technology leadership position in boating.

The MRAA event had a strong first year, with a field trip to the country’s largest RV dealership, new educational pathways, 100 OEM and service provider exhibitors, and Ted-style “10 x 10” talks.

First-time boat buyers are in decline, and retention rates are shrinking, according to research presented at MRAA’s Dealer Week in Tampa, Fla.