Sea Ray’s limited-edition SLX-R is a cool boat, and its sci-fi press launch was a first for the boating industry.

The federal agency wants to expand projects that would allow more access to boaters and anglers.

Bruce Van Wagoner says inventory levels are “reasonable,” and that dealers and manufacturers are operating with more cooperation.

Active Interest Media’s Marine Group racked up an impressive number of writing awards.

The new CEO talks about Sea Ray, the connected boat and automatic docking at Lake X.

The show was up 10 percent over the 2015 record.

Brunswick Corp. outlines the next step for its On Board boat club and rental business.

Trying to get a handle on the global recreational boating market can be difficult, particularly because not all countries report financial data.

Michael Verdon discusses how international trends impact our domestic industry.

MDCE posts a strong finish as organizers reveal plans for next year’s shows.

Foreign boat and equipment manufacturers set up U.S. offices

A seminar on the politics of workforce development says it’s time for business leaders to be part of the discussion.

Organizers expect a strong show, with a sold-out exhibit hall and pre-conference events.

Stephen Dougherty, former owner of Everglades, has launched a new brand called Solace.

Former med-tech CEO launches electric pontoon company.

A meeting between Dept. of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and leaders of the recreational industry explored the areas where they can work together.

Paris court rules that current contract between the French marine industry association and organizer Reed Expo is void.

With dealers facing unfavorable exchange rates and 10 percent tariffs on U.S.-built boats, one Canadian builder says that buying a “non-Canadian boat may no longer be affordable.”

Surf Expo has moved beyond surfing and will have 30 exhibitors from the boating and fishing industries.

Calling for the administration and Congress to come to a deal, NMMA says access and trade issues are being impacted by the shutdown.

Infinity Woven Products’ “poker run” at IBEX used gamification and the Porsche Experience to persuade clients to see new products.

Michael Verdon looks back at the evolution of Soundings Trade Only, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

Metstrade was better than ever, according to exhibitors at the world’s largest marine equipment trade show, which had record visitor numbers from 115 countries.

Depending on the replacement, Ryan Zinke’s departure could leave a void in boating’s agenda with the federal agency.

Dealers and exhibitors were pleased with the show results.

MRAA applauds Dammrich and other “friends” of the dealer association.

Hodgdon Yachts donates 150 wooden toys that its workers made to the local Toys for Tots.

MDCE speakers look at new approaches to dealership challenges.

Exhibitors have different goals for attending the dealer conference.

MRAA’s awards night included moving speeches, comedy and an industry game show.

An avid boater, the 41st President is remembered fondly by the industry

Three stalwarts are retiring after a year that saw more M&A activity than any other time in the industry’s history. A look back at a dynamic 2018.

With FLIBS in our wake, we found two emerging trends at the vast show. This article reports that sales of imported yachts continue to grow, in both unit numbers and average lengths

After selling $50 million worth of yachts at FLIBS, Azimut executives are planning on it.

Organizers of the marine equipment trade show report 5 percent higher attendance, with an upbeat buzz across the Amsterdam trade show center.

The two-alarm fire gutted its warehouse and offices, prompting officials to look for a temporary facility.

The national anthem, a ribbon-cutting by the U.S. ambassador to the Netherlands and optimistic exhibitors all mark the start of the show.

Italian, Dutch and English builders all reported strong activity last week.

The French giant plans to continue an aggressive new-product development schedule, as well as build European brands in the United States.

The North Carolina builder also announced other new models from Cabo and Hatteras.

The French builder says production will start later this year.

The electronics manufacturer will show new lines for launch in Q1 2019.

Organizers spent millions of dollars on a new entrance and other infrastructure improvements.

The three-year plan will focus on expanding advocacy efforts, workforce development and investing in Grow Boating.