Madagascar and the Indian Ocean set to shine Madagascar and the Indian Ocean set to shine At African Boating Conference 2025 Madagascar and the Indian Ocean are fast emerging as some of the most exciting new frontiers in luxury tourism and superyacht exploration. by ABC 2025 Posted 13 Aug 18:35 PDT White House extends current China Tariff rates White House extends current China Tariff rates Delaying the reinstatement of higher U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods for another 90 days On August 11, President Donald Trump signed an executive order delaying the reinstatement of higher U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods for another 90 days, extending the current pause until mid-November. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 13 Aug 17:30 PDT Fishing takes center stage this week Fishing takes center stage this week A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The post-pandemic surge of participation in fishing continues to get record numbers of participants on the water, but data from the RBFF's 2025 Special Report on Fishing finds churn continues to pose a significant challenge. by Peter Rendle Posted 13 Aug 08:00 PDT MarineMax appoints Sales and Brokerage Director MarineMax appoints Sales and Brokerage Director Collin Heimensen will lead and support sales and brokerage operations MarineMax, the world's largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, is pleased to announce the appointment of Collin Heimensen as National Sales and Brokerage Director. by MarineMax Posted 13 Aug 04:56 PDT Record high fishing participation reached in 2024 Record high fishing participation reached in 2024 57.9 million Americans went fishing, but churn continues to threaten long-term gains The post-pandemic surge of participation in fishing continues to get record numbers of participants on the water. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 12 Aug 08:55 PDT Sunpower Solar-eJET 3.3m unveiled Sunpower Solar-eJET 3.3m unveiled The world's first fully solar-charged eJet tender Sunpower Yachts International Pty Ltd proudly announces the global launch of the Sunpower Solar-eJET 3.3m Inflatable Tender, the world's first solar e-jet tender designed to be seamlessly recharged directly from the yacht's solar energy system. by Sunpower Yachts International Posted 12 Aug 06:14 PDT Stingray Boats recognized by U.S. Dept. of Labor Stingray Boats recognized by U.S. Dept. of Labor In prestigious visit to local facility Stingray Boats proudly hosted U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer, and legislators Congressmen Russell Fry (SC-07) and S.C. State Senator J.D. Chaplin (District 29) on July 31, 2025. by Stingray Boats Posted 12 Aug 05:21 PDT America's Cup: A "ground breaking" partnership America's Cup: A "ground breaking" partnership An innovative Protocol for the 2027 America's Cup has been agreed between RNZYS and RYS An innovative 11th hour Protocol for the 2027 America's Cup has been agreed between the Challenger of Record and the Defender. It creates a commercial framework for the current and future Cups, eases nationality rules, and has a quota for female sailors. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ Posted 11 Aug 21:03 PDT NOAA announces recreational Bluefin Tuna closure NOAA announces recreational Bluefin Tuna closure Harvest for bluefin tuna in the Atlantic ocean will be closed for all Atlantic HMS Angling Beginning tomorrow, August 12 at 11:30 PM, recreational harvest for bluefin tuna in the Atlantic ocean will be closed for all Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Angling and HMS Charter/Headboat permitted vessels. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 11 Aug 14:06 PDT Horizon Yachts to showcase V68 Hull 12 Horizon Yachts to showcase V68 Hull 12 At the 2025 Boats Afloat Show in Seattle Horizon Yachts is excited to announce its return to the Boats Afloat Show on South Lake Union in Seattle this September, where the spotlight will be on the exceptional V68 Hull 12, a yacht that redefines versatility, elegance, and performance by Horizon Yachts Posted 9 Aug 11:20 PDT BRP to present Q2 Fiscal Year 2026 results BRP to present Q2 Fiscal Year 2026 results Conference call on Friday, August 29, 2025 BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO) will hold its second quarter FY26 financial results conference call on Friday, August 29, 2025. by BRP Posted 8 Aug 16:47 PDT New Mercury Racing outboards hit the water New Mercury Racing outboards hit the water 200R, 300R, and ROS Outboard Motors with 15-inch midsection Mercury Racing® has introduced a new 15-inch Heavy-Duty CMS (Conventional Midsection), built for the Mercury Racing 200R, 300R, and all-new 200 ROS and 300 ROS competition outboards. by Mercury Marine Posted 8 Aug 07:56 PDT Yacht to generate its own drinking water from air Yacht to generate its own drinking water from air Altitude Water partner with RM Design Pro to develop the SXR 68 XL Florida-based Altitude Water has partnered with RM Design Pro to develop the SXR 68 XL, a 68-foot hybrid yacht that will become the first U.S.-built vessel to generate its own drinking water. by Altitude Water Posted 8 Aug 07:20 PDT The Magenta Project's Global Mentoring Programme The Magenta Project's Global Mentoring Programme This initiative pairs aspiring women professionals with experienced mentors from across the globe The Magenta Project, a global initiative committed to equity and inclusion in sailing and the wider marine industry, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for its 2025/26 Mentoring Programme. by The Magenta Project Posted 8 Aug 00:25 PDT A gathering of maritime legends A gathering of maritime legends Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival brings together shipwrights from iconic maritime institutions This year, the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival brings together shipwrights from some of the world's most iconic maritime institutions—craftspeople who keep the art of wooden boatbuilding alive with skill, heart, and tradition. by Northwest Maritime Posted 7 Aug 11:18 PDT TowBoatUS expands in Louisiana with 3 new ports TowBoatUS expands in Louisiana with 3 new ports TowBoatUS Lafitte, TowBoatUS Venice, TowBoatUS Grand Isle Louisiana grow nationwide towing fleet Professional 24/7 on-water assistance for boaters and anglers on the Mississippi River Delta is now available with the opening of three new TowBoatUS ports. by BoatUS Posted 7 Aug 09:57 PDT Coast Guard heroes to be honored for flood rescues Coast Guard heroes to be honored for flood rescues Texas Salutes the Coast Guard event will recognize crews who saved more than 200. The Coast Guard Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families all across the country. by Coast Guard Foundation Posted 7 Aug 09:42 PDT Everglades Boats expands dealer network Everglades Boats expands dealer network Welcoming River Valley Power and Sport Everglades Boats is proud to announce the addition of River Valley Power and Sport - Marine to its growing dealer network. by Everglades Boats Posted 7 Aug 06:33 PDT Vaikobi Launches Custom Teamwear Program Vaikobi Launches Custom Teamwear Program To Elevate Team Identity and Performance Vaikobi, the world-renowned brand in performance watersports apparel, is proud to officially launch Vaikobi Custom Teamwear, a bespoke service designed to outfit teams, clubs, and businesses with high-quality, customised technical clothing. by Vaikobi Posted 6 Aug 23:00 PDT Marine Auctions: August Online Auctions Marine Auctions: August Online Auctions Bidding to Start Friday 22 August and will end Thursday 28 August at 2pm AEST Bidding to Start Friday 22 August and will end Thursday 28 August at 2pm AEST. Need a Vessel Valuation? Contact, Marine Valuations, a division of Marine Auctions Pty Ltd. by Marine Auctions Posted 6 Aug 14:05 PDT