Protecting American marine companies
NMMA letter to Congress outlines measures to benefit marine industry workers and businesses.
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.
BREAKING NEWS: NMMA cancels saltwater fishing expo set for coming weekend.
Coronaviruas outbreak in tri-state area forces cancellation of Edison, NJ Expo; currently moving forward with other events.
Indiana passes resolution to establish outdoor rec office
Outdoor recreation accounts for 2.8 percent of Indiana’s GDP.
NMMA moving forward with U.S. boat shows
The association will closely monitor the coronavirus as the situation evolves.
NMMA supports Minnesota wakesurfing law
The legislation would establish a 200-foot setback from shore to minimize the sport’s impact on shorelines and structures.
NMMA holds aquatic invasive species event on Capitol Hill
Stakeholders outline harmful AIS effects in various regions.
NMMA calls potential Oregon lawsuit ‘frivolous’
The organization says wakesurf boats should not be restricted from the Willamette River.
NMMA Canada members meet with parliament
The industry organization holds its Recreational Boating Day on the Hill today.
NMMA releases Miami boat show figures
Attendance was down 10 percent, but organizers say the show was a “strong sales event.”
NMMA: December 2019 boat registrations up 4 percent
The trade association said that momentum is continuing into 2020.
MIAMI 2020: ‘We have an enormous opportunity’
NMMA president Frank Hugelmeyer discussed the need to increase participation in his keynote at this morning’s Industry Breakfast.
MIAMI 2020: Innovation Award winners announced
Eighteen winners were chosen from 71 entries in 21 categories.
MIAMI 2020: Chapman and Freedman award winners announced
Bill Watters, Joe Lewis and Carl Blackwell received the NMMA awards.
A brighter outlook
Marine CEO sentiment was up in Q4, though opinions over the next six months are divided.
Canadian marine industry fighting proposed luxury tax on boats
The government has proposed a 10 percent tax on boats that cost more than $100,000.
NMMA comments on restoration plan for Florida Keys
The association supports a plan that balances environmental protection and user access.
U.S. Outboard sales hit 13-year high
NMMA reported that sales almost reached prerecession levels last year.
Six NMMA winter shows draw more than 170,000 visitors
Most of the shows are reporting a slight decline in attendance.
Minneapolis show Innovation Award winners announced
Crestliner, Yar-Craft and Avalon were recognized.
Michael Vollmer inducted into NMMA Canada Hall of Fame
He was presented with the award at the Toronto International Boat Show.
A ‘Vital Economic Engine’
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo praises boating’s economic impact as he opens the New York show.