House and White House reach deal on USMCA
Senate republicans say they won’t pass trade deal during impeachment trial.
Industry News
Consisting of builders, dealers, marinas, parts and accessories makers and sellers and the trade groups that serve them, the marine industry is a sprawling and colorful collection of companies and people. From the number and type of boats it sells to its advocacy for the rights of boaters to enjoy their recreation on pollution-free waters, using fuel that doesn't damage their engines, the industry makes news in many ways.
Michigan Boating Industry Association announces 2020 board of directors
Four new representatives were named during the group’s annual meeting and conference.
DEALER WEEK: Sara Anghel named Darlene Briggs Woman of the Year
Anghel, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association Canada, began her marine industry career in 2008.
Live from Dealer Week
Yesterday’s live-streamed interviews included Malibu CEO Jack Springer; Ron Huibers, president of Volvo Penta of the Americas; and a virtual reality demo with Chaparral/Robalo.
NMMA wants participants for its advocacy survey
The survey will help the group shape its 2020 policy priorities.
Liveaboards sue City of Oakland for taking their boats
The former residents are now homeless.
Dealer Week launches with non-marine field trip
The field trip included visits to the Tampa Bay Lightning NHL team to learn about community engagement, Columbia Restaurant to hear about succession planning and Lazydays RV center for workforce retention strategies.
Galeon appoints new dealer
The Polish yacht builder named Prince William Marine as its latest dealer in the U.S.
New hands on deck
Cox Outboards, Pursuit Boats and Traditions Media make new appointments
Dry-stack facility is target of lawsuit
A homeowner’s association in Flagler County is suing the County Commission over a 240-boat dry-stack facility.
Sail Magazine announces its 2020 Best Boats Awards
Eleven boats took awards this year in 10 categories.
Man disputes ruling that his faulty repairs led to sinking that killed his mother
He initially sued BoatUS, saying he was owed insurance money for the sinking.
Entries are being accepted for the 2020 Miami Innovation Awards
Winners will be announced Feb. 14 at the Miami Boat Show Innovation Breakfast.
Judge says duck boat owner can’t use 19th century law to limit claims
“Admiralty jurisdiction” doesn’t apply to the accident that killed 17 people.
America’s Cup challenger American Magic partners with Airbus
Aircraft engineers are being used to optimize the foiling sailboat.
New law in Australia could create thousands of marine jobs
Today’s passage of the Special Recreational Vessels Bill 2019 could contribute an estimated $1.7 billion to the Australian economy.
New Jersey commits $13 million to fight algae
In 2019, there were more than 70 algal blooms in the state.
Boatgate with Bravo TV’s Capt. Sandy
Freedom Boat Club and Jacksonville School for Autism will host the event this weekend.
Sea Tow Foundation presents inaugural National Boating Industry Safety Awards
Sea Ray and MarineMax were among the winners.
Australian export group announces new officers
Jeremy Spear named president of AIMEX, while Peter Dowdney becomes vice president.
Industry veteran Johnny Craig dies
Craig was well-known across the industry, having worked for Shoreline Trailers, Sunbird, Stingray, Sea Hunt Boats, and NauticStar.
RBFF identifies ways to attract multicultural audiences
Findings reveal cultural differences between segments and ways to better engage these groups.
A new breed of boat club?
Inland Boat Club has not only based its fleet on high-end Nautique wake-sports boats, it offers charter flights for members to reach distant parts of Utah.