Vision Marine Technologies, a global leader and innovator in electric transition of the recreational boating industry, has launched a partnership with a large franchisee of Freedom Boat Club (FBC), a subsidiary of Brunswick Corporation. The franchisee of FBC, located in Deerfield, Florida, … Learn More
The International Marine Electronics Alliance (IMEA), a 501 (c) (3) supporting organization of the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), has awarded six marine electronics industry scholarships to students currently enrolled in marine trade school technology programs. Each student was awarded a $5,000 … Learn More
Steven Ekovich, executive managing director of the Leisure Investment Properties Group, in association with New England Commercial Brokerage Inc., announced the sale of Black Oak Marina located on Cherokee Lake in Tennessee. Brett Murphy and Jeff Spilman, both vice presidents of investments, … Learn More
The Sea Tow Foundation , with support from MarineMax in the form of a generous donation match, is promoting a month of giving for boating safety throughout November. The Sea Tow Foundation fulfills its mission of providing education, tools, and resources to … Learn More
Acknowledging the significant challenge facing many recreational boat owners who are unable to pay salvage costs for their Hurricane Ian- wrecked vessels, or who may still be assessing the extent of the damage, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) extended … Learn More
Boatsetter, a leading marketplace for boat rentals and on-water experiences in the U.S., and Suntex Marina Investors, LLC, an owner and operator of best-in-class marina properties, announced a partnership to provide boat owners in the Boatsetter program with access to slips at … Learn More
Oasis Marinas signed three new management contracts in October. “This past month was exceptional for us. We secured our first managed properties in both Indiana and Pennsylvania, while strengthening our footprint in New England,” said Matt Shipman, president of Oasis Marinas. On … Learn More
The Marine Research Hub (MRH) hosted the fifth annual Summit during the 63rd Annual Fort Lauderdale Boat Show (FLIBS), sharing marine research and solutions with emerging commercialization potential. The Summit hosted more than 60 community members including potential investors, educators, and industry … Learn More
Transport Canada has approved a policy accepting American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) electrical standards for electric and hybrid vessel compliance in Canada. This new Tier I Policy allows the marine industry to use alternative industry standards where no requirements currently exist … Learn More
The AIWA is partnering with the Blue Flag USA program to encourage recreational boat owners to showcase their environmental sustainability on the water. The Blue Flag award is given to beaches, marinas, and tour boat operators who comply with stringent environmental, educational, safety and … Learn More
