NMMA releases Miami boat show figures
Attendance was down 10 percent, but organizers say the show was a “strong sales event.”
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.
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.
Senate approves USMCA
The agreement replaces NAFTA and includes ways to promote and protect the U.S. boating industry.
November powerboat registrations up 6 percent
Sales of outboard cruisers outpaced all other segments.
VIDEO: Wisconsin governor visits Mercury
The company highlighted the need for ongoing workforce development.
NMMA documentary focuses on Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary
The trade group encourages boaters to visit national marine sanctuaries, and the videos highlight the importance of the parks to local economies.
House subcommittee meets on water infrastructure bill
NMMA pushes to prioritize projects that have an outdoor-recreation impact.
NMMA signs agreement with Canada to ease boat imports
The memorandum of understanding will make it easier for NMMA-certified boats to be sold in Canada
Senate passes Save Our Seas 2.0 Act
The legislation to clean up our oceans has unanimous bipartisan support.
Carl Blackwell to leave NMMA
The longtime chief marketing officer and president of Discover Boating is stepping down.
Advocacy briefing at Chicago Boat Show draws a crowd
Elected officials and industry stakeholders participated.
Chicago Boat, RV and Sail Show opens today
The NMMA show will also have the first interactive Discover Boating Experience area.