Reduction in Federal Funds rate Reduction in Federal Funds rate A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America As expected, the Fed cut its target for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points this week, a welcomed move for the recreational boating industry. The reduction will modestly lower financing costs. by Peter Rendle Posted 5 Nov 08:00 PST Meet the Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Team at METSTRADE Meet the Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Team at METSTRADE The team looks forward to welcoming riggers, chandlers, and yacht yards Kingfisher Yacht Ropes will be exhibiting at METSTRADE 2025 in Amsterdam from 18-20 November. The team looks forward to welcoming riggers, chandlers, and yacht yards to discuss their specific requirements and explore tailored rope solutions. by Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Posted 5 Nov 08:00 PST Sunseeker announces two Senior Appointments Sunseeker announces two Senior Appointments At the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025 Sunseeker has announced two senior leadership appointments during a press briefing at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025, reinforcing the brand's strategic focus on global growth and market expansion. by Sunseeker Posted 4 Nov 22:17 PST Canada and U.S.A. pavilions at Metstrade 2025 Canada and U.S.A. pavilions at Metstrade 2025 An exciting new chapter for North America When Metstrade runs Nov. 18-20 in Amsterdam, the global marine industry will see an exciting new chapter for North America. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 4 Nov 21:58 PST Northrop & Johnson welcomes Mateo Betancurth Northrop & Johnson welcomes Mateo Betancurth As Charter Manager in Fort Lauderdale Northrop & Johnson is pleased to announce the addition of Mateo Betancurth to its global team as Charter Manager, based in the Fort Lauderdale office. by Northrop & Johnson Posted 4 Nov 21:25 PST FLIBS 2025 files Italian colours FLIBS 2025 files Italian colours As Italy's boating industry takes centre stage Riding the wave of a successful 65th edition of the Genoa International Boat Show, the global spotlight is shining once more on Italian excellence at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025. by Confindustria Nautica Posted 4 Nov 21:10 PST 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical report 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical report A comprehensive summary of statistics released by the NMMA NMMA's annual U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is a trusted source of comprehensive industry facts and figures. The data presented in the latest 486-page report spans from 2011-2024 outlining industry trends and shifts in market behavior. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 4 Nov 17:08 PST Brunswick Corporation reports solid sales increase Brunswick Corporation reports solid sales increase Another strong performance at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Brunswick Corporation's (NYSE: BC) premium brands delivered another strong performance at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with unit sales and revenue increases across all boat brands by Brunswick Corporation Posted 4 Nov 15:14 PST Mixed results from ASMFC Annual Meeting Mixed results from ASMFC Annual Meeting Fisheries managers convened this week in Dewey Beach, DE Fisheries managers convened this week in Dewey Beach, DE, for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Annual Meeting, where decisions will have mixed impacts on the sportfishing industry. by Rob Shane Posted 3 Nov 16:31 PST X-Yachts In-House Boat Show 2025 this weekend X-Yachts In-House Boat Show 2025 this weekend Featuring a full line-up of both cruising and performance yachts The X-Yachts yard in Haderslev opens its doors for a special edition of the In-House Boat Show 2025 — larger and more inspiring than ever. by X-Yachts Posted 3 Nov 04:00 PST Nanny Cay Marina breaks ground Nanny Cay Marina breaks ground In preparation of major expansion project Nanny Cay Marina, the British Virgin Islands premier marina and boatyard, officially broke ground today, Friday, October 31, 2025, heralding a major expansion project. by Nanny Cay Posted 1 Nov 09:15 PDT Introducing Volare Boats & all-electric Artemis23 Introducing Volare Boats & all-electric Artemis23 A bold new standard in luxury day boating A new era of smooth, sustainable, and beautifully functional boating arrives with the launch of Volare Boats, a premium marine brand that delivers a new and better experience on the water. by Volare Boats Posted 1 Nov 08:09 PDT How the Fed's latest rate cut may impact boating How the Fed's latest rate cut may impact boating A welcomed move for the recreational boating industry As expected, the Fed cut its target for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points this week - a welcomed move for the recreational boating industry. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Oct 16:40 PDT Teledyne completes acquisition of TransponderTech Teledyne completes acquisition of TransponderTech The company will market its products and solutions as FLIR TransponderTech Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: TDY) ("Teledyne") announced today the successful completion of the acquisition of the TransponderTech business from Saab AB. by Teledyne Posted 31 Oct 12:48 PDT Forte Yachts gets US representation Forte Yachts gets US representation Through partnership with Genesis Yachts in Fort Lauderdale Two stalwarts of the yachting world are combining forces to offer an unrivalled service to US customers. Forte Yachts will feature world-renowned Genesis interiors, and both are represented in the US by Genesis Yachts. by Forte Yachts Posted 31 Oct 07:26 PDT Meetings with Indiana Governor Mike Braun Meetings with Indiana Governor Mike Braun And Canadian trade representatives at Smoker Craft, Inc. On October 24, Smoker Craft, Inc. hosted Indiana Governor Mike Braun and representatives from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) for a productive meeting at the company's New Paris, Indiana facility. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 30 Oct 18:29 PDT LCI Industries report Q3 financial result LCI Industries report Q3 financial result 13% revenue growth with sustained margin expansion; Full-year 2025 and initial 2026 KPI outlooks Provides Full-Year 2025 and Initial 2026 KPI Outlooks by Lippert Posted 30 Oct 15:07 PDT Sailing roles available in Dubai Sailing roles available in Dubai Dubai Offshore Sailing Club is recruiting! Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC), one of the Middle East's most established and internationally recognised Sailing Clubs, is inviting applications for the role of Chief RYA Cruising Instructor, Racing and Events Manager, and RYA Cruising Instructor. by Dubai Offshore Sailing Club Posted 30 Oct 06:00 PDT Africa charts a course for superyacht growth Africa charts a course for superyacht growth Industry unites to develop a regional strategy Africa's superyacht industry took a major step forward last week with the inaugural meeting of key African superyacht stakeholders, bringing together representatives from government, industry and tourism by Superyacht Cape Town Posted 30 Oct 00:04 PDT Consumer confidence edges lower Consumer confidence edges lower As consumers stay guarded heading into winter U.S. consumer confidence eased slightly in October, slipping to 94.6 from a revised 95.6 in September, according to the latest report from The Conference Board released yesterday. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 29 Oct 17:58 PDT