Safe Harbor Marinas has acquired Lauderdale Marine Center (LMC), a premier U.S. destination and service provider for the superyacht industry in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The transaction, valued at approximately $340 million, closed on May 3. In 1997, LMC brought a new vision to Broward County to … Learn More
Americans have taken to the water in record numbers to enjoy the socially distanced fun and relaxation that boating provides. With more boats and new boaters on the water—many without any boating education—boating accidents and fatalities have been rising around the country. … Learn More
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) reports that retail unit sales of new powerboats in February 2021 were up 34% compared to the same time period last year, according to its New Powerboat Registrations Report. Data shows total new boat sales are averaging … Learn More
Outer Reef Yachts now offers a new private aviation concierge program in partnership with SHY Aviation. With the addition of this white glove service, Outer Reef’s global team has the ability to arrange private air travel for Outer Reef owners to and from their … Learn More
On May 21, boating professionals and outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to join Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day to heighten awareness of different life jacket styles that are available, and demonstrate their comfort and versatility by wearing them to work. The … Learn More
Sun Communities Inc., a real estate investment trust that owns and operates, or has an interest in, marinas, manufactured housing (MH) communities, recreational vehicle (RV) resorts reported its first quarter results for 2021. For the quarter ended March 31, 2021, total revenues … Learn More
Nearly 400 participants attended the National Marine Manufacturers Association’s (NMMA) virtual American Boating Congress. The event featured two days of policy discussion lead by members of Congress and federal agency leaders and award presentations. Speakers included Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), Senator Todd … Learn More
Ortega National Parks, a hospitality and retail company operating in parks across the country, will manage marina and retail operations in Lake of the Ozarks State Park for Missouri State Parks. The park, located near Kaiser, offers more than 80 miles of lake … Learn More
The Association of Marina Industries (AMI) reminds marinas hiring new or seasonal help to take advantage of its Basic Marina Operations Training Guide, a tool for entry-level marina professionals. Designed as a self-study course for people who are just starting out in … Learn More
The National Marine Lenders Association (NMLA), whose lender members extend or originate credit to consumers, retailers/dealers and manufacturers of recreational boats and equipment, reported that its 1Q-2021 Snapshot Quarterly Survey indicates that 88% of responding members stated that their marine loan volume … Learn More
