Registration for the recreational boating industry’s annual advocacy event is now open. The American Boating Congress (ABC) will return to Washington, D.C. from May 8 to 10, bringing together all segments of the recreational boating industry to share its collective voice on … Learn More
Collier’s Leisure Property Advisors represented the sellers in the sale of Stock Island Yacht Club & Marina in Key West, Florida. Sold January 31 to Southern Marinas, the full-service marina has 100 wet slips and more than 200 dry racks. The marina … Learn More
The Arizona House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee has voted to pass H.B. 2149: watercraft operation; minors; safety education, in a 9-2 vote. This marks the first step toward adopting boater education in the Grand Canyon State. As of today, Arizona is one … Learn More
The Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® concluded its five-day run, attracting buyers from around the world to shop the most comprehensive showcase of the newest boats, yachts, tech, gear and marine innovations. And while attendance was expected to dip due to … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association’s (NMMA) 2022 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, the most comprehensive industry data for recreational boating, is available. The data presented in the report spans 2008-2022, compiled to help NMMA members and industry stakeholders better understand the industry trends and shifts … Learn More
The Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ) announced the availability of three Education Scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. The MTA/NJ is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing, promoting, and protecting the recreational marine industry and the waterways in the State … Learn More
The Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) owner and producer of the annual Newport International Boat Show (NIBS) has been acquired by South Florida Ventures to expand and deliver enhanced value to participating marine industry businesses and a seamless experience for attendees. With a … Learn More
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) today announced 2024 grantees for its George H.W. Bush Vamos A Pescar™ Education Fund, the ninth round of grants since it launched in 2014. The funding will help 12 programs in SIX states bring fishing … Learn More
The American Boatbuilders & Repairers Association announced the successful completion of its Annual Conference. Attended by some of the country’s leading boat and service yards, the Annual Conference was held in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, at the Broward County Convention Center. The 2024 … Learn More
Marine Development Inc. (MDI), a long-standing industry leader specializing in new marina construction, expansions, restoration and repair, wave attenuators, fuel docks and more, announced the successful renovation of Nine Marina in Eufaula, Oklahoma. The improvements and planning began in 2022, when Nine … Learn More
