Administration, regulations & advocacy Administration, regulations & advocacy A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America As the leading certification body for the recreational boating industry in the U.S., National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Certification impacts the recreational marine industry worldwide. by Peter Rendle Posted 1 May 14:00 PDT Yachting Ventures to host Start-Up Pavilion Yachting Ventures to host Start-Up Pavilion IBEX has teamed up with Yachting Ventures to introduce an inaugural Start-Up Pavilion in 2024 Building on the success of the Yachting Ventures Start-Up Pavilion at METSTRADE in Amsterdam, YV is heading to the US to host a sister event at IBEX (International Boatbuilders' Exhibition & Conference) in Tampa, Florida. by Yachting Ventures Posted 1 May 10:03 PDT Navy Pier Marina construction set to begin Navy Pier Marina construction set to begin Transient marina project receives all permits to commence construction for a 2025 launch NPM Venture LLC, operating as Navy Pier Marina (NPM), is pleased to announce the receipt of all permits necessary to allow the construction of the trendsetting Navy Pier Marina to begin this year, in anticipation of operating by summer of 2025. by Navy Pier Marina Posted 30 Apr 16:19 PDT New Executive Director at America's Boating Club New Executive Director at America's Boating Club Maureen Healey brings her expertise in advocacy and outreach to the role America's Boating Club, the nation's largest and oldest volunteer recreational boating safety nonprofit, announced today it welcomed aboard Maureen Healey as its new Executive Director, effective April 2024. by America's Boating Club Posted 30 Apr 15:03 PDT NMMA Certification deadlines quickly approaching NMMA Certification deadlines quickly approaching Helping to improve boat manufacturing and ensuring safe, high-quality products for consumers As the leading certification body for the recreational boating industry in the U.S., NMMA Certification impacts the recreational marine industry worldwide, helping to improve boat manufacturing and ensuring safe, high-quality products for consumers. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 30 Apr 08:52 PDT VETUS appoints Rebecca Lancashire as Sales Manager VETUS appoints Rebecca Lancashire as Sales Manager Take on the company's sales efforts in Florida and the US Gulf Region VETUS, the leading developer of complete boats systems, has announced the appointment of Rebecca Lancashire as Sales Manager for Florida and the Gulf regions in the US, effective 15th April 2024. by VETUS Posted 30 Apr 08:36 PDT Welcome JD Strong and Kayla Hornbrook Welcome JD Strong and Kayla Hornbrook RBFF hires JD Strong as Senior Director of Industry Engagement We are pleased to announce JD Strong joined the RBFF team this month as Senior Director of Industry Engagement. by Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation Posted 30 Apr 07:12 PDT Sharrow & VEEM reach milestone in testing results Sharrow & VEEM reach milestone in testing results Now entering the production phase Sharrow Marine announced today a significant advancement in its partnership agreement with Australia-based VEEM Ltd (ASX: VEE), a designer and manufacturer of disruptive, high-technology marine propulsion and stabilization systems. by Sharrow Marine Posted 29 Apr 23:54 PDT Brunswick recognizes global facilities Brunswick recognizes global facilities 33 recipients of its 2024 awards announced for exceptional safety performance Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today announced the 33 recipients of its 2024 awards for exceptional safety performance. by Brunswick Corporation Posted 29 Apr 16:55 PDT Tell Congress - Support Traditional Tackle Tell Congress - Support Traditional Tackle The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote this week on H.R. 615 The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote this week on H.R. 615, the Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 29 Apr 16:05 PDT Yanmar introduces the E-Key system Yanmar introduces the E-Key system This optional feature is poised to offer ease and simplicity for owners worldwide YANMAR Marine has announced the launch of the YANMAR E-Key system, a cutting-edge solution designed for wireless unlocking of the YANMAR VC20 Vessel Control system, seamlessly integrating with electronically controlled YANMAR Marine engines. by YANMAR Marine International Posted 29 Apr 07:46 PDT Aquitalia Yachts names United Yacht Sales Aquitalia Yachts names United Yacht Sales As North American dealer United Yacht Sales, the world's largest yacht brokerage firm with more than 250 yacht brokers, will partner with Aquitalia Yachts as their U.S. dealer. by Robert Bowman Posted 26 Apr 11:34 PDT Northwest Maritime's Welcome Center debuts May 9 Northwest Maritime's Welcome Center debuts May 9 Staff and board members will be on hand to answer questions Northwest Maritime Center will celebrate the opening of its new Welcome Center on May 9 with a Grand Opening celebration for the community. by Northwest Maritime Center Posted 25 Apr 12:18 PDT Newport Int'l Boat Show partners with RIMTA Newport Int'l Boat Show partners with RIMTA To support RI High School Marine Technology students The Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport announced that it has partnered with the Rhode Island Marine Trade Association (RIMTA) to support workforce development at area high schools. by Newport International Boat Show Posted 25 Apr 09:27 PDT MPC reports first quarter 2024 financial results MPC reports first quarter 2024 financial results Declaring regular quarterly dividend and $0.70 per share special dividend Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) ("the Company"), a leading manufacturer of fiberglass boats, announced its unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. by Marine Products Corporation Posted 25 Apr 08:52 PDT ABYC announces Outstanding Technician winners ABYC announces Outstanding Technician winners 10 technicians selected from over 130 nominees The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Technician Awards during the International Marine Service Technician Week. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 25 Apr 08:46 PDT NMMA announces optimistic outlook for 2024 NMMA announces optimistic outlook for 2024 A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America In a new 'Marine Minute', the NMMA President, Frank Hugelmeyer, shares NMMA's take on the current state of the recreational boating industry, including a look at consumer behaviors and demand in 2023 and how that's shaping opportunities in 2024. by Peter Rendle Posted 24 Apr 14:00 PDT All-new FD108 Tri-Deck Superyacht All-new FD108 Tri-Deck Superyacht A symphony of style and entertainment masterpiece Building upon the success of the Ocean Lily, a FD75 open flybridge model introduced in 2021, Horizon today launched the FD108, a tour de force customized for entertainment and accommodating groups of guests. by Horizon Yachts Posted 24 Apr 13:54 PDT Capt. Brian Lee new owner of TowBoatUS locations Capt. Brian Lee new owner of TowBoatUS locations On Chickamauga, Nickajack, Watts Bar Lakes Capt. Brian Lee comes from a long line of shrimpers and commercial boatbuilders, and has had a career in recreational boat sales and service as well as marine insurance claims work. by BoatUS Posted 23 Apr 16:19 PDT MarineMax expands in the Lone Star State MarineMax expands in the Lone Star State MarineMax is thrilled to announce its expansion to Rowlett, Texas MarineMax is thrilled to announce its expansion to Rowlett, Texas, with the grand opening of its newest location, MarineMax Lake Ray Hubbard. This exciting addition will be situated at Sapphire Bay Marina. by MarineMax Posted 23 Apr 11:14 PDT