Hurricane announces model refresh for SunDeck 2690 Hurricane announces model refresh for SunDeck 2690 A confident cruiser built to navigate larger bodies of water with ease Hurricane Boats, legendary innovator in versatile deck boat designs, announced today it has redesigned the classic, Yacht Series Hurricane SunDeck 2690 for model year 2026. by Hurricane Posted 24 Oct 09:09 PDT IBEX 2025 delivers momentum and vision IBEX 2025 delivers momentum and vision Attendance and innovation up year over year as North America's premier marine event The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced that this year's show, which closed on Thursday, October 9, saw year-over-year growth in attendance, reinforcing its position as North America's premier marine event. by IBEX Posted 24 Oct 06:54 PDT African Boating Conference Day 2 African Boating Conference Day 2 Spotlighting Africa's innovation, collaboration and sustainable future The second day of the African Boating Conference 2025 delivered a dynamic blend of inspiration, insight, and industry action, reinforcing Africa's position as a rising force in global marine manufacturing and tourism. by African Boating Conference Posted 24 Oct 00:49 PDT Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 5 Season 3 Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 5 Season 3 Claire Back on what one can expect at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show Episode Five - In the Captain's Chair this week is Claire Back by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 23 Oct 22:16 PDT Dockmate® and Hinckley JetStick 4 Dockmate® and Hinckley JetStick 4 Bringing full wireless control to the dock Dockmate®, the leading wireless remote-control docking system, is proud to announce a new compatibility milestone: the Dockmate Vector™ remote now integrates seamlessly with the Hinckley JetStick® 4 system. by Dockmate Posted 23 Oct 15:03 PDT Stingray Boats announces expanded leadership team Stingray Boats announces expanded leadership team Entering a new era of growth Stingray Boats, a leader in fiberglass boat manufacturing since 1979, proudly announces an expanded leadership team that strengthens its commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and long-term dealer success. by Stingray Boats Posted 23 Oct 10:03 PDT MarineMax promotes Nick Pavlakis MarineMax promotes Nick Pavlakis To General Manager of MarineMax Jupiter MarineMax is proud to announce the promotion of Nick Pavlakis to General Manager of MarineMax Jupiter, recognizing his outstanding leadership, consistent performance, and unwavering commitment to excellence. by MarineMax Posted 23 Oct 07:49 PDT Report shows continued softness across boat sales Report shows continued softness across boat sales NMMA's July 2025 Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, covering data through July 2025, indicates continued softness in new powerboat retail sales by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 23 Oct 06:22 PDT Marine Auctions: October Online Auctions Marine Auctions: October Online Auctions Ex-Commercial Fishing Vessel for private sale, make an offer Some Vessels Unreserved. Ex-Commercial Fishing Vessel for private sale, make an offer. by Marine Auctions Posted 22 Oct 13:15 PDT Burger announces promotion of industry veteran Burger announces promotion of industry veteran Ron Cleveringa becomes Senior Vice President Burger Boat Company today announced the promotion of Ron Cleveringa to Senior Vice President - Product Portfolio Management, reporting to Rich Thompson, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer. by Burger Boat Company Posted 22 Oct 11:45 PDT State of industry address from NMMA CEO State of industry address from NMMA CEO A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Last week at the International BoatBuilders' Exhibition & Conference in Tampa, NMMA President and CEO Frank Hugelmeyer opened the Industry Breakfast with a state of the industry address to a sold-out crowd of more than 950 marine industry professionals. by Peter Rendle Posted 22 Oct 08:00 PDT VIBE returns for its third year VIBE returns for its third year The Caribbean's boutique boating exhibition set for May 14-16, 2026 The Virgin Islands Boating Exhibition (VIBE) returns for its highly anticipated third edition, May 14-16, 2026, at IGY's award-winning Yacht Haven Grande Marina, St. Thomas. by Carol Bareuther Posted 22 Oct 07:47 PDT African Boating Conference Opening Day African Boating Conference Opening Day Global energy and expertise ignite the discussions at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town The inaugural African Boating Conference opened to a sold-out audience at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, setting a new benchmark for collaboration, professionalism, and vision across the continent's blue economy. by African Boating Conference Posted 22 Oct 01:52 PDT FishCast® powered by ROFFS® introduced FishCast® powered by ROFFS® introduced Revolutionary fishing forecasts now available on select Simrad® displays Simrad® Marine Electronics, a leader in marine electronics and navigation, today announced the launch of FishCast® powered by ROFFS®, now available as an intuitive overlay on select Simrad® displays. by Simrad Yachting Posted 21 Oct 23:39 PDT Anchorpoint Phone Holder ensures device safety Anchorpoint Phone Holder ensures device safety Able to handle almost any device with an adjustable threaded dial RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly electronics, fishing and boating mounting systems and accessories, announced the launch of its AnchorPoint Phone Holder, an adventure-ready mobile device holder built for the harshest environments. by RailBlaza Posted 21 Oct 16:59 PDT Understanding Québec's Bill 96 Understanding Québec's Bill 96 What it means for U.S. Marine Manufacturers As Québec's Bill 96 continues to reshape the commercial landscape in Canada's second-largest province, U.S. recreational marine manufacturers selling into the market are being urged to pay close attention. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 21 Oct 16:10 PDT Brownell wins 2025 NMMA Innovation Award at IBEX Brownell wins 2025 NMMA Innovation Award at IBEX For new workshop Service Station Brownell Boat Stands & Equipment, manufacturer of the highest-quality, safest boat storage equipment on the market, now in its 71st year of operation, announced its new workshop Service Station has been awarded the 2025 IBEX Innovation Award. by Brownell Boat Stands & Equipment Posted 21 Oct 13:17 PDT Catalina Yachts suspend production Catalina Yachts suspend production Statement from company president Patrick Turner Catalina Yachts President Patrick Turner has released this statement that they are stopping production after current orders are filled. by Catalina Yachts Posted 21 Oct 06:07 PDT 2026 Freedman Memorial Award nominations open 2026 Freedman Memorial Award nominations open Help recognize industry excellence NMMA is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Award, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding and lasting contributions to the marine accessories industry. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 21 Oct 05:17 PDT Online course for entry-level boatyard employees Online course for entry-level boatyard employees ABYC has launched a new online course The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has launched a new online course, "Introduction to Boatyard Basics," designed to help newcomers build confidence and skills as they begin rewarding careers in the marine industry. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 19 Oct 07:05 PDT