Reasons to attend the Virgin Islands Boating Expo Reasons to attend the Virgin Islands Boating Expo The ultimate luxury yacht show The Virgin Islands Boating Expo (VIBE), set for May 10-12, 2024, at IGY's Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas, offers a paradise setting for both buying a boat and chartering. by Carol Bareuther Posted 18 Apr 09:16 PDT LALIZAS announces acquisition of Revere Survival LALIZAS announces acquisition of Revere Survival A US-based manufacturer & distributor of liferafts and other premium survival equipment LALIZAS is thrilled to announce the successful acquisition of Revere Survival, a US-based manufacturer & distributor of liferafts and other premium survival equipment for the recreational and commercial markets. by Lalizas Posted 18 Apr 08:38 PDT GOST® and DuraBrite announce strategic partnership GOST® and DuraBrite announce strategic partnership Collaboration unveiled at the recent Palm Beach International Boat Show GOST® (Global Ocean Security Technologies), a world leader in marine security, tracking, monitoring and video surveillance systems, announced today a groundbreaking partnership with DuraBrite by GOST Posted 17 Apr 16:10 PDT Advocacy event to discuss what affects industry Advocacy event to discuss what affects industry A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The recreational boating industry is preparing for its highly anticipated annual advocacy event, the American Boating Congress (ABC), taking place from May 8-10, 2024 in Washington, D.C. by Peter Rendle Posted 17 Apr 12:00 PDT Boating Industry gears up for advocacy event Boating Industry gears up for advocacy event The American Boating Congress takes place from May 8-10 in Washington, D.C The recreational boating industry is preparing for its highly anticipated annual advocacy event, the American Boating Congress (ABC), taking place from May 8-10, 2024 in Washington, D.C. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 16 Apr 16:31 PDT Updates on Proposed Vessel Speed Restrictions Updates on Proposed Vessel Speed Restrictions Mike Waine joined Viking Yachts to explore onboard technology safety features Recently, ASA's Atlantic Fisheries Policy Director, Mike Waine, joined Viking Yachts to explore onboard technology safety features that have meaningful benefits in conserving the endangered North Atlantic right whale. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 16 Apr 12:04 PDT Dockmate announces Sleipner Thruster support Dockmate announces Sleipner Thruster support Ensuring unparalleled maneuverability and control for yacht owners Dockmate®, leading manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today full support for all Sleipner thruster systems and configurations, ensuring unparalleled maneuverability and control for yacht owners. by Dockmate Posted 16 Apr 10:43 PDT Focus Motor Yachts expands to America Focus Motor Yachts expands to America A family-owned builder creating masterpieces from the Netherlands From the land of Superyachts comes Focus Yachts, a family-owned builder creating masterpieces. by YachtCreators Posted 16 Apr 09:09 PDT Increases in boat insurance liability coverage Increases in boat insurance liability coverage Many BC marinas require proof of $2 million liability insurance coverage At a recent annual meeting with RBAW's counterpart in BC, the Council of BC Yacht Clubs, representatives confirmed that many BC marinas require proof of $2 million liability insurance coverage for transient boaters wishing to tie up. by Recreational Boating Association of Washington Posted 15 Apr 16:53 PDT PCC celebrates 50 years PCC celebrates 50 years During Pacific Coast Congress of Harbormasters and Port Managers conference in Newport, Oregon The Pacific Coast Congress of Harbormasters and Port Managers (PCC) recently celebrated its 50th anniversary conference. The event was held in Newport, Oregon, the town where the organization was founded. by Pacific Coast Harbormasters & Port Managers Posted 13 Apr 13:20 PDT GOST(R) collaborates with KVH GOST(R) collaborates with KVH On superyacht security packages GOST® (Global Ocean Security Technologies), a world leader in marine security, tracking, monitoring and video surveillance systems, announced today that the company has joined forces with KVH Industries, global leader in mobile connectivity. by GOST Posted 13 Apr 07:44 PDT Coast Guard Foundation readies for Run to Remember Coast Guard Foundation readies for Run to Remember Event honoring Fallen Coast Guard heroes will be held memorial day weekend The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, announced its annual Run to Remember will be held over Memorial Day weekend, May 25-27, 2024. by Coast Guard Foundation Posted 12 Apr 09:56 PDT Harman launches new JBL Head Units Harman launches new JBL Head Units JBL JAM5000N and the JBL JAM3000 announced HARMAN International Industries, the premier connected technologies company for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, announced today the launch of the JBL JAM5000N and the JBL JAM3000. by Harman Posted 11 Apr 16:32 PDT Ocean Alexander 2023 Annual Sales Awards Ocean Alexander 2023 Annual Sales Awards MarineMax Yacht Brokers announced as winners Ocean Alexander, a leader in luxury yacht manufacturing, is proud to announce the recipients of its highly anticipated 2023 Sales Awards. by MarineMax Posted 11 Apr 16:24 PDT Quick USA selected as Supplier of Choice Quick USA selected as Supplier of Choice By the American Boatbuilders Association Quick Group, the Italian-headquartered international leader in the marine equipment industry, has achieved another major milestone with the announcement that the ABA has selected Quick USA as Supplier of Choice for windlasses. by Quick Spa Posted 11 Apr 16:09 PDT Georgia Boat Livery Liability Legislation Georgia Boat Livery Liability Legislation This bill addresses liability issues related to boat rentals, leases, and charters On the final day of the Georgia Legislative session, the Georgia House of Representatives unanimously approved the Senate Substitute for House Bill 994. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 11 Apr 16:01 PDT Boateka adds a new retail center in Tampa Bay Boateka adds a new retail center in Tampa Bay Continuing its southeast expansion Boateka, a business of Brunswick Corporation, specialized in direct-to-consumer pre-owned boats sales through its digital platform and dealership model, announced its newest location in the Tampa Bay region, a top five boating market in the United States. by Boateka Posted 11 Apr 09:43 PDT Official launch of the Zodiac X10CC Official launch of the Zodiac X10CC 10-meter center console boat combining the advantages and characteristics of rigid inflatable boats After more than 3 years of R&D, Zodiac has come up with a truly revolutionary product, never before seen on the market: a 10-meter center console boat combining the advantages and characteristics of rigid inflatable boats and rigid boats. by Zodiac Nautic Posted 11 Apr 01:27 PDT Crew Container launched Crew Container launched In a collaboration between Gym Marine, Salt Lick Fitness, and Derecktor Developed in a collaboration between Gym Marine, Salt Lick Fitness, and Derecktor, the Crew Container sees a shipping container innovatively converted into a multifunctional gym space and storage unit. by Gym Marine Posted 10 Apr 12:53 PDT Training & education an important industry aspect Training & education an important industry aspect A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The Basic Marina Operations Training Guide is a tool for entry-level marina professionals. Designed as a self-study course for people who are just starting out in the marina industry. Perfect for new and seasonal employees. by Peter Rendle Posted 10 Apr 12:00 PDT