Florida Keys couple get prison time for ‘honeymoon theft’ of cat
The couple was detained in Cuba and returned to the U.S. after stealing a 40-foot catamaran for their honeymoon.
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From factory openings to production milestones to the launch of new boats, the marine industry makes news in numerous ways. Trade Only follows developments wherever they occur.
Boaterz n Bikerz of America Hull of a Tour returns
This year’s ride goes through the Great Smoky Mountains.
A kind gesture that the Coast Guard could not accept
A California yacht club that discovered it couldn’t serve meals to the Coast Guard during the government shutdown looks to change ethics rules.
Marine Trades Association of Maryland elects new board
John Norton remains president, and three new members start three-year terms.
Inaugural fishing tournament memorializes fallen Navy SEALs
Naked Warrior Project fishing tournament seeks to help injured SEALs in their recovery.
Lighthouse Media Solutions closes its doors
Company says it does not have funds to pay creditors.
Club Marine TV reaches 1 million viewers
Australian marine insurer’s YouTube channel hit milestone in December.
Don’t call it an apprenticeship
Siemens executive tells Politico that its “alternative learning model” could be adopted by other manufacturers.
Sail magazine announces winners of 2019 Pittman Innovation Awards
Triskel Marine, the overall winner, also won the 2018 DAME award at Metstrade.
Maryland program seeks young job trainees
An on-the-job trainee starts his fourth year in the industry.
MBIA headquarters moves to boating community
The communities of Oakland County have more registered boats than any other county in Michigan.
ABBRA holding annual symposium this month
Meeting, awards and socializing to take place at Pier 66 in Fort Lauderdale.
Will Cannes change hands?
Paris court rules that current contract between the French marine industry association and organizer Reed Expo is void.
New electrical power company opens headquarters in Washington
Lavle USA, a joint venture between U.S. and Japanese companies, provides sustainable solutions for the maritime and renewable energy sectors.
VIDEO: Commercial ships looking to hybrid power
International Maritime Organization targeting 50 percent reduction in emissions by 2050.
World’s first floating grocery store
The Carrefour Aqua Pod was designed so yacht crews and other boats could approach by water to buy fresh foods or hundreds of other items.
Argos Nautic upgrades manufacturing facility
Reconfiguration is in preparation for future growth
The “R” word
Survey of chief financial officers expects the economy to drop into recession by the end of 2019.
Italy’s marine trade association reports industrywide growth for 2018
A majority of Italian builders and equipment makers expect growth to continue through 2019.
Gill invests in business revamp to bolster growth plans
The marine apparel company unveiled a large-scale product, logo and marketing refresh.
Hitting 117.06 mph in a RIB
The new speed record took place at the 48th annual Powerboat Records Week on Coniston Water in the U.K.