Marine Products Corp. posts gains in Q1
Chaparral and Robalo boats parent company Marine Products Corp. saw net sales in the first quarter increase 9.1 percent to $77.5 million, the result of selling larger boats than in 2017.
Fort Lauderdale show will be broadcast on national sports network
NBC Sports Group will cover the 59th annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show this December on NBCSN, the first in a three-year agreement.
Powerboat registrations up in February
New powerboat registrations through February were up 4 percent on a rolling 12-month year-over-year basis, and boats 27 feet and above rose 11.1 percent.
BoatUS Foundation seeks new life jacket loaner locations
The BoatUS Foundation is asking marinas, boat and fishing clubs and waterfront businesses to become sites to loan life jackets to kids.
HCB re-brands for 2019 model year
Hydra-Sports Custom has changed its name to HCB Center Console Yachts to better reflect the company’s five-year strategic plan.
Evinrude employees participate in Milwaukee cleanup
Evinrude employees took part in the 23rd Annual Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring Cleanup as part of the company’s Earth Day celebration on Saturday.
Crestliner program targets student anglers
Brunswick Corp.-owned Crestliner boats is launching a new program designed to nurture high school and college-aged anglers’ passion for fishing and guide them toward higher education and careers related to the sport.
Good Times, Changing times
I entered the industry through a side door — with a fishing pole in hand.