Introducing the Grand Banks 65 Introducing the Grand Banks 65 Because the sea is no place for compromise The new Grand Banks 65, like all Grand Banks models, begins with a simple premise: a long-range cruising yacht should never force you to choose between speed and efficiency or performance and comfort. by Grand Banks Posted 4 Sep 11:26 PDT Bill Yeargin named 2026 NMMA Hall of Fame Inductee Bill Yeargin named 2026 NMMA Hall of Fame Inductee Longtime Correct Craft leader and former NMMA board chair to receive association's highest honor The National Marine Manufacturers Association has announced Bill Yeargin, former president and CEO of Correct Craft and past chair of the NMMA Board of Directors, as the 2026 inductee into the NMMA Hall of Fame, the association's most prestigious honor. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 4 Sep 06:13 PDT Untapped potential in Durban and KwaZulu-Natal Untapped potential in Durban and KwaZulu-Natal Marine industry growth potential at African Boating Conference 2026 Durban and KwaZulu-Natal's potential to expand their role in South Africa's marine economy – and connect local businesses more strongly with African and international markets – will come under the spotlight at the African Boating Conference 2026 by Maryanne Edwards Posted 3 Sep 21:22 PDT ABC exhibition nears capacity ABC exhibition nears capacity Bringing together marine businesses, government representatives, investors, manufacturers Exhibition space at the African Boating Conference is nearing capacity, with a diverse line-up of African and international marine businesses adding a strong commercial dimension to the two-day industry gathering in Cape Town. by African Boating Conference Posted 3 Sep 12:57 PDT Tidal Flooding Report & Autonomous Ocean Vessels Tidal Flooding Report & Autonomous Ocean Vessels Have you experienced high tide flooding in your harbor recently? 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Hit reply, share your story, and let us know what you think of the new report design while you're at it. by US Harbors Posted 3 Sep 12:53 PDT Radian IoT tire pressure monitoring system Radian IoT tire pressure monitoring system Tire failures remain one of the leading causes of roadside incidents Radian IoT, Inc. announced today the launch of the first Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) specially designed for marine trailers and other towable assets. by Radian Posted 3 Sep 11:28 PDT Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter Towering red cliffs, hidden waterfalls, and more than 1,000 islands In the latest edition of Maritimo Boating Destinations, we journey to Western Australia's Kimberley region, one of the world's last great wilderness cruising grounds, where every passage reveals a new natural wonder. by Maritimo Posted 2 Sep 21:41 PDT Economics remain an industry concern Economics remain an industry concern A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Consumer confidence declined in August, according to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, as Americans grew more cautious about the economic outlook, even as their assessment of current conditions improved. by Peter Rendle Posted 2 Sep 08:00 PDT Bay Rider Boats expands dealer network Bay Rider Boats expands dealer network Adding Gregg Orr Marine Destin - located in Destin, FL Bay Rider Boats - an independent boatbuilder with a more than 50-year history in producing inshore/offshore bay boats, skiffs, and center consoles - recently added Gregg Orr Marine Destin in Destin to its dealer network. by Bay Rider Boats Posted 2 Sep 07:50 PDT Outer Reef 540 Adventure Sport Yacht Outer Reef 540 Adventure Sport Yacht A new generation of active cruising meets Outer Reef Yacht's proven long-range cruising pedigree Outer Reef Yacht Group is pleased to introduce the new Outer Reef 540 Adventure Sport Yacht—an exciting evolution of the Adventure Series designed to broaden the appeal of long-range cruising to a generation of active boating enthusiasts. by Outer Reef Yachts Posted 2 Sep 07:07 PDT New survey reveals impact of access challenges New survey reveals impact of access challenges Findings support NMMA's Waterways Access Initiative and need to modernize recreation infrastructure The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) today released new national survey findings from 2,000 active U.S. recreational boaters, offering a clear picture of how access challenges are shaping Americans' on the water experience. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 2 Sep 04:14 PDT Canada announces new 50% retaliatory tariffs Canada announces new 50% retaliatory tariffs The tariff will apply only to goods originating in the United States Canada has announced a new round of retaliatory tariffs that are scheduled to take effect at 12:01 a.m. on September 8, 2026. Of particular relevance to the sportfishing industry, Canada will impose a 50% tariff on U.S.-origin fishing rods. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 2 Sep 04:06 PDT Beneteau unveils the new Swift Trawler 43 Beneteau unveils the new Swift Trawler 43 The evolution of the modern passagemaker Following the recent renewal of the range with the introduction of the Swift Trawler 37, BENETEAU now continues this evolution with the launch of the Swift Trawler 43. by Beneteau Group Posted 2 Sep 03:12 PDT YANMAR sponsor the 38th America's Cup YANMAR sponsor the 38th America's Cup Confirmed as an Official Sponsor and Official Marine Sports Sponsor YANMAR Group has been confirmed as an Official Sponsor and Official Marine Sports Sponsor of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup, extending a partnership with the event that spans more than a decade. by Yanmar Posted 1 Sep 04:13 PDT IBEX expands networking opportunities for 2026 IBEX expands networking opportunities for 2026 Many of this year's experiences are organized around shared interests IBEX is expanding networking opportunities for 2026, giving attendees more ways to build relationships, exchange ideas and connect with the people shaping the future of the recreational marine industry when the show returns to the Tampa Convention Center. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 30 Aug 07:56 PDT Grand Banks Yachts completes strategic investments Grand Banks Yachts completes strategic investments Proposes Final Dividend of 1.0 Singapore Cent per Ordinary Share Grand Banks reported record revenue of S$173.2 million for the year ended 30 June 2026, and proposed a final dividend of 1.0 Singapore cent per ordinary share, maintaining the total dividend at 1.5 Singapore cents per ordinary share for the year. by Grand Banks Posted 28 Aug 14:23 PDT ACR Electronics launches RCL-200 LED searchlight ACR Electronics launches RCL-200 LED searchlight An ideal upgrade for medium to large sized recreational boats Safety and survival technology leader ACR Electronics is introducing the RCL-200 LED searchlight with advanced control functions. by ACR Electronics Posted 28 Aug 05:57 PDT Teledyne FLIR introduces FLIR M364C-USV Camera Teledyne FLIR introduces FLIR M364C-USV Camera A multispectral camera system for autonomous and uncrewed vessels Teledyne FLIR Marine introduced the FLIR M364C-USV, a multispectral camera system designed to help autonomous and uncrewed surface vessel operators navigate safely, detect hazards sooner and maintain situational awareness in demanding marine environments. by Teledyne Posted 27 Aug 08:26 PDT MIASF at Inaugural Manufacturing Workforce Expo MIASF at Inaugural Manufacturing Workforce Expo The Expo brought students and manufacturers together around employment and apprenticeships MIASF represented South Florida's marine industry at the inaugural Manufacturing Workforce Expo at Atlantic Technical College, hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration and co-hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor and OpenAI. by MIASF Posted 27 Aug 08:01 PDT August consumer confidence slips August consumer confidence slips The Consumer Confidence Index fell to 89.4 Consumer confidence declined in August, according to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, as Americans grew more cautious about the economic outlook, even as their assessment of current conditions improved. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 27 Aug 07:31 PDT