President Donald Trump signed the bipartisan Great American Outdoors Act, the largest investment in America’s public lands and waters in decades. The official signing of the bill caps off years of advocacy from National Marine Manufacturers Association, the recreational boating community, and the … Learn More
Discover Boating has updated its online toolkit with new visual assets, including a new boating video and social content for industry stakeholders to help amplify the “Get On Board” campaign launched in conjunction with Take Me Fishing. DiscoverBoating.com’s article, 10 Tips to #RecreateResponsibly While Boating + Fishing is … Learn More
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced the judges for the 2020 Innovation Awards Program. Due to IBEX transitioning to a virtual format, the program, managed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and judged by Boating Writers International (BWI), will also follow a … Learn More
The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) published its 60th supplement of Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, which provides the marine industry with the latest in boat building and repair standards. “This year’s supplement contains a muchanticipated technical information report on lithium … Learn More
The National Sailing Hall of Fame announced that its new home will be named The Sailing Museum, offering an innovative multi-media experience dedicated to celebrating sailing’s heritage and showcasing its heroes. Situated in the historic Armory building on the waterfront in downtown Newport, Rhode Island, … Learn More
A new monthly series from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will highlight the Association’s policy activity by region, summarizing government actions that are impacting marine businesses and consumers, from COVID-19 regulations, to conservation, fisheries and other advocacy priorities. Below is information from … Learn More
Ahead of the August Recess, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation approved the Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund (Trust Fund)—a program that supports about $650 million annually in fishery restoration and conservation efforts, boating access and infrastructure, as well … Learn More
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Elijah E. Cummings Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2020 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The bill includes a provision that would mandate the wearing of engine cut-off devices for operators of … Learn More
The International Boatyard Exposition’s (IBEX) Innovation Awards are transitioning to a virtual format as IBEX 2020 moves to an online experience. The 2020 Innovation Awards program will offer a way for the industry to recognize and honor innovation in new product development, while also giving deserved exposure to those exhibiting … Learn More
Southern Marinas Holdings, LLC, a partnership between a New York-based private investment firm and Southern Marinas, announced the purchase of Bay Point Resort and Marina in Marblehead, Ohio, on July 8. This acquisition brings the growing Southern Marinas’ portfolio total to 11 … Learn More
