NMMA
The National Marine Manufacturers Association is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry in North America. NMMA member companies produce more than 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers in the United States and Canada. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy advocacy, market statistics and research, product quality assurance and promotion of the boating lifestyle.
Wholesale Shipments Drop in September
NMMA: Easing supply chain constraints should enable more manufacturers to build boats.
NMMA Bolsters its Marketing Department
The group made a new hire and announced several promotions.
Powerboat Sales Leap in September
It’s the second highest single-month total of new powerboats sold in more than a decade.
An Overwhelmingly Positive Q3
96 percent of marine CEOs report expanding or stable business conditions for the time period.
ITR Economics: Boatbuilding Will Be Constrained Until Next Year
The firm is forecasting an uptick in production in the second half of 2021.
VIDEO: Get On Board Campaign Sees Results
The boating and fishing industry worked together to leverage the health benefits of both activities during the pandemic.
Miami International Boat Show, Others Canceled By NMMA
The trade association announces extensive cancellations to winter ’21 boat and sport show schedule.
Wholesale Boat Shipments Remain Strong
August had the fourth highest single-month total of new boat wholesale shipments in a decade.
NMMA Applauds Executive Order on Modernizing Water Management and Infrastructure
The order would create a new Water Policy Committee.
“2020 Has Been a Banner Year”
Powerboat retail sales eased somewhat, but remained strong in August.
Conservation Bill Heads to the President
The bipartisan ACE Act authorizes more than $1 billion for wildlife and habitat programs through 2025.
Wholesale and Retail Growth Continues
It’s the third consecutive month of increases as people take to the water to escape the pandemic
Grady-White President Kris Carroll to Be Inducted into the NMMA Hall of Fame
Carroll, who will become the first woman to receive the honor, has long been regarded as a mentor to women in marine manufacturing.
Marine Manufacturers Report Q2 Improvement But Remain Cautious
Manufacturers were more upbeat than in Q1, but are holding back on capital expenditures to remain flexible.
Mississippi Lawmakers Visit NauticStar
The MasterCraft company welcomed Rep. Trent Kelly and Sen. Roger Wicker this week.
Controversial California Bill Clears Hurdle in Senate
Boating and fishing advocates worry the bill’s language will lead to further restrictions on fishing.
Wholesale Boat Shipments Rise Dramatically
Unprecedented demand during the pandemic is prompting manufacturers to quickly ramp up production.
Covid and the Marine Business
An NMMA survey wants feedback from businesses on how the pandemic is affecting short- and long-term industry conditions.
How Has Covid-19 Affected Marine Businesses?
NMMA is asking all sectors of the industry to weigh in on a survey.
Senators Call for Outdoor Rec Support in Next Covid-19 Relief Bill
The signees push for an Outdoor Restoration and Resilience Jobs title.
How is the Pandemic Affecting Business?
Survey seeks feedback in real time to better help various industry sectors.
“Boating Has Been a Favorite American Pastime”
NMMA president pens opinion piece on Fox Business.