Seawind September: on the water, around the world Seawind September: on the water, around the world Here is a look back at recent events and what is coming up next A successful September on the water, plus the all-new Seawind 1270, 1160XL nominations and what is ahead. by The Seawind Catamarans Team Posted 5 Oct 11:30 PDT Bennington Pontoons celebrates 30 years Bennington Pontoons celebrates 30 years With its most capable and personalized Pontoon lineup yet Bennington, North America's leading manufacturer of luxury pontoon boats, announced today its model year 2027 lineup as the company celebrates 30 years. by Bennington Posted 5 Oct 11:23 PDT NMMA announces organizational changes NMMA announces organizational changes Executive team changes transition operations to Washington, DC HQs, strengthen enterprise leadership NMMA announced executive team changes designed to increase the association's presence in Washington, D.C., broaden the depth and experience of its senior leadership team, and advance the strategic priorities established by its Board of Directors. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 5 Oct 07:47 PDT MarsKeel Heads to DEFSEC Atlantic 2026 MarsKeel Heads to DEFSEC Atlantic 2026 One of Canada's largest networking events for the aerospace, defence, and security industries MarsKeel Technology is heading east. From October 6 to 8, 2026, Company President Kevin Milne and Bill Souter, Custom Keel Sales & Design, will be at DEFSEC Atlantic at the Halifax Convention Centre. by MarsKeel Posted 4 Oct 06:30 PDT New Jersey partners with BoatUS Foundation New Jersey partners with BoatUS Foundation State police join a growing network of agencies using shared data to safeguard waterway habitats The New Jersey State Police is BoatUS Foundation's newest partner in tracking and removing abandoned and derelict vessels (ADV) through the Foundation's innovative ADV database. by Bradley Weaver Posted 3 Oct 07:41 PDT Awlgrip expands patented Gloss Finish Primer Awlgrip expands patented Gloss Finish Primer First of its kind two-in-one coating solution combines primer and show coat in a single application Awlgrip®, the premium yacht coatings brand trusted by boatyards and professional applicators worldwide, has announced the launch of its Gloss Finish Primer across North America and Asia-Pacific. by AkzoNobel Posted 2 Oct 08:05 PDT Ferrari Hypersail announces new operational hub Ferrari Hypersail announces new operational hub Livorno, Italy, will serve as headquarters for both shore-based and offshore operations Ferrari Hypersail - the innovative 100-foot full foiling monohull project designed to challenge the oceans - announces its new operational hub in Livorno, located within the Azimut Yachts' spaces. by Ferrari Hypersail Posted 2 Oct 07:47 PDT Four on the water and one in the wings at FLIBS Four on the water and one in the wings at FLIBS Horizon Yacht USA will display 4 distinctive yachts and offer an advance preview of upcoming FD85s Horizon Yacht USA will showcase four yachts at the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), taking place October 28-November 1, 2026. by Horizon Yachts Posted 2 Oct 05:57 PDT Manteo Middle School Boatbuilding Program Manteo Middle School Boatbuilding Program The students toured every corner of our facility, from hull construction and cabinetry We were thrilled to have hosted the students from Manteo Middle School's carpentry elective class at Bayliss Boatworks for a behind-the-scenes look at their very own 16 ft Bayliss skiff jig being cut! by Bayliss Boatworks Posted 2 Oct 05:55 PDT Yanmar acquires Boatswain's Locker Yanmar acquires Boatswain's Locker Currently its distributor for the West Coast of the USA This enables YANMAR to work more closely with its customers in that region in close cooperation with Mastry Engine Center, and put its strategy into action, aimed at growth of the wider YANMAR Marine Recreational business. by Yanmar Posted 2 Oct 04:34 PDT Viage Group celebrates Chris-Craft & Scout Awards Viage Group celebrates Chris-Craft & Scout Awards Alex DeVries and Gunnar Hunt took home Chris-Craft Top Sales Ambassador Awards Viage Group is proud to have been named both the Top Chris-Craft Dealer Worldwide and the Top Scout Gulf Coast Dealer for the 2026 model year. by Viage Group Posted 1 Oct 13:11 PDT Community & industry to meet at Yacht Racing Forum Community & industry to meet at Yacht Racing Forum A conference open to everyone passionate about sailing The Yacht Racing Forum 2026 will once again bring together the CEOs, decision-makers, sailors, event organisers, designers, engineers and industry leaders who are shaping the future of yacht racing. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 1 Oct 04:00 PDT MIASF promotes Gabriella Ramirez MIASF promotes Gabriella Ramirez To oversee overarching marketing strategy, brand identity, creative production The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) announced today the promotion of Gabriella Ramirez to Marketing and Brand Manager. by Marine Industries Association of South Florida Posted 30 Sep 09:05 PDT Consumer confidence declines in September Consumer confidence declines in September The index fell 6.7 points to 81.9 amid rising cost concerns Consumer confidence declined sharply in September, according to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, as Americans grew more cautious about current conditions and the months ahead. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 30 Sep 08:57 PDT Crestliner introduces 2027 lineup Crestliner introduces 2027 lineup Anchored by new commander, 1850 Hawk and RB-X Crestliner Boats, a brand of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), today unveiled its 2027 lineup, highlighted by the Commander, the versatile 1850 Hawk and the all-new RB-X. by Crestliner Posted 30 Sep 08:52 PDT IBEX issue industry breakfast ticket alert IBEX issue industry breakfast ticket alert A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America With the 2026 IBEX Industry Breakfast approaching and tickets moving quickly, attendees are encouraged to secure their seats early for the October 6 program. by Peter Rendle Posted 30 Sep 08:00 PDT Legacy Harbour Marina reopens Legacy Harbour Marina reopens After $15 million revitalization following Hurricane Ian Legacy Harbour Marina, located along the Caloosahatchee River in downtown Fort Myers, is now open and accepting slip reservations. by Legacy Harbour Marina Posted 29 Sep 12:37 PDT NMMA sponsors annual NASBLA Conference NMMA sponsors annual NASBLA Conference Reinforcing the recreational boating industry's commitment to advancing safety, boater education On Sept. 15-17, the NMMA joined boating law leaders from across the country for the 67th Annual National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Conference in Knoxville. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 29 Sep 12:33 PDT SF Marina completes marina for The Cooper Hotel SF Marina completes marina for The Cooper Hotel Designed for the Waterfront: A custom SF Marina System for The Cooper The Cooper brings the city's maritime setting directly to its doorstep. Extending that presence onto the water, more than 152 m of new alongside dockage accommodates transient vessels, tour operators and the hotel's own support fleet. by SF Marina Posted 29 Sep 07:59 PDT U.S. and China announce $30B for tariff relief U.S. and China announce $30B for tariff relief Some items are particularly pertinent to the fishing industry Late yesterday, the White House released a list of $30 billion worth of products recommended for reduced tariff treatment by the U.S.-China Board of Trade. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 29 Sep 07:50 PDT