Jean-François Rioux inducted into NMMA Canada HOF Jean-François Rioux inducted into NMMA Canada HOF His career in the recreational boating industry spans three decades NMMA Canada recently announced the induction of industry veteran Jean-François Rioux into the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 22 Jan 09:34 PST Ten things to like in FY26 Appropriations Bills Ten things to like in FY26 Appropriations Bills Important policy directives that can have real, on-the-water impacts for the sportfishing industry Last week, the U.S. Senate sent President Trump an appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2026 that includes funding for several federal agencies, including the Department of the Interior and the Commerce Department. by Mike Leonard Posted 22 Jan 09:04 PST MarineMax appoints Brendan Bailey MarineMax appoints Brendan Bailey As GM of MarineMax Dallas and MarineMax Dallas Yacht Center MarineMax is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Bailey as General Manager of MarineMax Dallas and MarineMax Dallas Yacht Center. by MarineMax Posted 22 Jan 08:48 PST Suntex expands North Florida footprint Suntex expands North Florida footprint With acquisition of Two Georges Marina Suntex Marina Investors LLC (Suntex), in partnership with Centerbridge Partners, L.P. and its affiliates, the nation's premier owner and operator of recreational marina properties, announced the acquisition of Two Georges Marina in Shalimar, Florida. by Suntex Marinas Posted 22 Jan 07:53 PST Introducing stabilization technology for pontoons Introducing stabilization technology for pontoons Introduced by Seakeeper Ride and Barletta Boats Boaters can now enjoy a noticeably smoother, more comfortable day on the water thanks to a new partnership between Seakeeper, Inc., the leader in marine motion control, and Barletta Boats, one of North America's fastest-growing pontoon manufacturers. by Seakeeper Ride Posted 22 Jan 06:18 PST Simrad delivers Lenco Pro Control integration Simrad delivers Lenco Pro Control integration With the latest software release Simrad has released its 2.3 software update, introducing the first and only/exclusive Lenco™ Pro Control™ integration to select Simrad® multifunction displays powered by the NEON™ operating system (OS), including the NSX®, NSX ULTRAWIDE and NSS® 4. by Simrad Posted 22 Jan 06:17 PST Floating Flame boat-safe, portable fire pits Floating Flame boat-safe, portable fire pits The Floating Flame extends the boating season for hours of enjoyment - no matter the temperature Floating Flame, manufacturer of portable fire pits ready for anything from boating to tailgating, announced today the nationwide availability of its patented fire pit - The Floating Flame. by Floating Flame Posted 22 Jan 05:50 PST Propspeed® selected by Cranchi Yachts Propspeed® selected by Cranchi Yachts For biocide-free foul-release protection Propspeed, a leader in underwater biocide-free, foul-release coatings, announced its products have received endorsement from Cranchi Yachts and will be standard on models 62-feet and above. by Propspeed Posted 21 Jan 22:42 PST Nimbus Group implements measures in North America Nimbus Group implements measures in North America To increase market focus and reduce costs Nimbus Group AB (publ) has decided to implement a series of measures within its North American operations to strengthen the local organization's commercial capabilities and reduce costs. by Nimbus Group Posted 21 Jan 16:02 PST Atlanta and New England kick off the Boat Shows Atlanta and New England kick off the Boat Shows A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The Discover Boating Atlanta and New England boat shows, in partnership with Progressive, kicked off the New Year attracting tens of thousands of buyers and boating enthusiasts shopping for new boats, accessories and the latest marine innovations. by Peter Rendle Posted 21 Jan 08:00 PST Tartan Yachts announces new ownership Tartan Yachts announces new ownership A leading manufacturer of luxury American-built yachts Tartan Yachts, a leading manufacturer of luxury American-built yachts, announced that a definitive agreement has been reached to transition ownership and operations to a new ownership group. by Tartan Yachts Posted 19 Jan 07:43 PST Beneteau FIRST 60 - Joy at its grandest Beneteau FIRST 60 - Joy at its grandest The largest First ever built For nearly 50 years, every FIRST has been created with a singular ambition: to offer a place where the sailor's own heartbeat falls into the rhythm of the wind and the waves. by Beneteau Group Posted 17 Jan 20:45 PST First Winter Boat Shows in Atlanta and Boston First Winter Boat Shows in Atlanta and Boston Attracting tens of thousands of new boat buyers and boating enthusiasts The Discover Boating Atlanta and New England boat shows, kicked off the New Year attracting tens of thousands of new boat buyers and boating enthusiasts shopping for new boats, accessories and the latest marine innovations. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 17 Jan 06:55 PST B&G® Expands the Nemesis™ Lineup B&G® Expands the Nemesis™ Lineup With New 7-inch Sailing Display B&G®, the world's leading sailing electronics manufacturer, today announced the latest addition to its award-winning Nemesis™ line: a new 7-inch sailing display. by B&G Posted 16 Jan 23:00 PST Lowrance® unveils ActiveTarget® 2 XL Lowrance® unveils ActiveTarget® 2 XL The clearest, most comprehensive live sonar yet Lowrance®, a world-leader in fishing electronics, has introduced ActiveTarget® 2 XL, the brand's most advanced live sonar system to date. by Lowrance Posted 15 Jan 18:33 PST 2025 Bill McGill General Manager of the Year 2025 Bill McGill General Manager of the Year Dale Law's selection reflects a year of exceptional leadership MarineMax is proud to announce that Dale Law, General Manager of MarineMax Lake Ozark, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Bill McGill General Manager of the Year Award, one of the highest honors within the MarineMax organization. by MarineMax Posted 15 Jan 14:58 PST ABYC updates board leadership for 2026 ABYC updates board leadership for 2026 Board Chair Christina Paul introduced the slate of officers and directors-at-large The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced updates to its board of directors during its annual meeting this week in Charleston, held in conjunction with the organization's 17th annual Standards Week. by Shannon Aronson Posted 15 Jan 08:57 PST Lawsuit challenging 2008 Vessel Speed Rule Lawsuit challenging 2008 Vessel Speed Rule The NOAA filed a motion asking a federal judge to uphold a $15,000 fine Before the holiday break, the NOAA filed a motion asking a federal judge to uphold a $15,000 fine issued for a violation of the existing North Atlantic right whale vessel speed limits – which were established in 2008. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 15 Jan 08:46 PST Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter The art, precision and passion behind Maritimo Maritimo's cabinetry design and manufacturing exemplify this commitment with precision engineering, master craftsmanship, quality materials and finishes, creating an environment of enduring refinement. by Maritimo Posted 14 Jan 16:30 PST Industry stats reflect economic financial pressure Industry stats reflect economic financial pressure A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, covering data through October 2025, showed economic pressures persisted as elevated borrowing costs and mixed household outlooks continued to influence marine market activity. by Peter Rendle Posted 14 Jan 08:00 PST