Keefe Kaplan Maritime Inc. (KKMI) boatyard in Pt. Richmond, California was awarded a Clean Marine certification by the Clean Marine Program. This makes KKMI Pt. Richmond the first Bay Area boatyard to receive this award. The certification process involves evaluation of over … Learn More
Pettit has signed a long-term collaboration agreement with I-Tech AB®, a biotechnology company that developed Selektope®. Selektope® is a unique biotechnology that repels barnacle larvae through natural receptor stimulation. Through this collaboration, both parties will work together to develop a line of … Learn More
AkzoNobel N.V. is set to increase its presence in the North American yacht coatings market after agreeing to acquire New Nautical Coatings, owner of the premium Sea Hawk brand. The privately-owned company operates a specialized production facility out of Clearwater Beach, Florida. … Learn More
OneWater Marine Inc. has completed the acquisition of Roscioli Yachting Center, Inc., including the related real estate and in-water slips. The transaction expands OneWater’s presence in the yacht category and provides a springboard for further growth, while amplifying its service and repair … Learn More
Marine Marketers of America (MMA) announced the election of new officers and appointment of new board members. New officers for 2021 are Courtney Chalmers, president, and Kristen Frohnhoefer, vice president. Romina Bompani continues in her role as secretary of the association. New board … Learn More
Safe Harbor Marinas has acquired Rybovich, a US destination and service provider for the superyacht industry. “We’re extremely excited about what this means for our people, our customers, and our partners,” said Wayne Huizenga Jr., owner and CEO of Rybovich. “We share with … Learn More
With a surge in new boating and fishing participants in 2020, the marine industry is working to ensure newcomers embrace fishing and boating for years to come. The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and the … Learn More
The U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan bill, Coordinated Ocean Observations and Research Act of 2020, S. 914, which will improve hurricane forecasting, flood mapping, and storm damage claims. The bill now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. U.S. … Learn More
On December 21, the U.S. Congress passed the FY21 Omnibus Appropriations Bill that includes funding for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works Program and the President signed the bill on December 27. Overall Corps Allocation includes Administration – $5.96 Billion, … Learn More
The U.S. House has approved the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA) as part of the year-end omnibus and COVID relief legislative package. This bipartisan legislation, which the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has developed and passed on a biennial basis … Learn More
