Vortex Marine introduces Scout Portable Navigator Vortex Marine introduces Scout Portable Navigator Sunlight-readable navigator brings satellite imagery, electronic charts, weather, live vessel data Vortex Marine, innovator of marine navigation technologies, has announced the launch of Scout, a portable marine navigator built to help boaters see more of the water they are traversing. by Vortex Marine Posted 4 Nov 15:15 PST Canadian tariff changes now in place Canadian tariff changes now in place A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Effective from October 30, changes to the list of Canadian products subject to an additional 50% tariff under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 are now in place. by Peter Rendle Posted 4 Nov 08:00 PST Dockmate & Emerson strengthen marine integration Dockmate & Emerson strengthen marine integration Through AVENTICS Marex MPC interface agreement Formal development partnership enables CAN-bus integration between Dockmate Control Systems and Emerson's AVENTICS MAREX MPC Propulsion Control for MAN-Branded Controls by Dockmate Posted 3 Nov 12:06 PST Saxdor further extends North American reach Saxdor further extends North American reach New partners in Maine, Nova Scotia and Bermuda continue the Finnish brand's rapid expansion Saxdor Yachts, one of the fastest-growing boatbuilders in the industry, continues to strengthen its presence across North America and the Atlantic with the appointment of three new dealer partners, extending the brand's reach into three new market areas. by Saxdor Yachts Posted 3 Nov 11:59 PST Seldén launches Furlex 104TD Seldén launches Furlex 104TD A through-deck jib furling system for keelboats and small yachts Seldén is expanding its Furlex range with the launch of the new Furlex 104TD, a high-end furling system featuring precision-machined components in hard-anodised aluminium. by Seldén Mast Posted 3 Nov 09:00 PST Boat registrations report highlight regional shift Boat registrations report highlight regional shift The U.S. had 15.2 million recreational boats in use in 2025 The 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract: Total Boat Registrations Report is now available for member download. The report covers total boat registrations by use and region. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 3 Nov 08:18 PST MBC Commission proposes marine protected area MBC Commission proposes marine protected area Anglers, businesses and conservation organizations have formed a coalition to protest the change Miami Beach City Commission is considering establishing a marine protected area extending north from the Government Cut jetty past Neon Reef along South Beach, which would prohibit boats with combustion engines from accessing a historical tarpon fishery. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 3 Nov 07:45 PST A+T 500 series Wind Sensors A+T 500 series Wind Sensors Highest accuracy and faster response Every single aspect of the design has been studied to understand what makes for the best wind sensor, and how to deliver that information to sailors, be that using their existing processors and displays, or using A+T's own market-leading options. by Mark Jardine Posted 3 Nov 04:30 PST Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter Looking back on the Maritimo Muster on Hamilton Island Join us as we look back on the Maritimo Muster on Hamilton Island where owners and guests recently gathered in the Whitsundays. by Maritimo Posted 2 Nov 21:46 PST Lyman-Morse opens advanced composites center Lyman-Morse opens advanced composites center The new clear-span building expands Lyman-Morse's advanced composite manufacturing capabilities Lyman-Morse celebrated a major milestone on Friday, October 16, with the ribbon cutting of our new 15,000-square-foot Advanced Composites Center in Thomaston, Maine. by Lyman-Morse Boatbuilding Posted 2 Nov 08:56 PST Nimbus Nomination Committee for General Meeting Nimbus Nomination Committee for General Meeting Representatives of the largest shareholders in terms of voting rights In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting of Nimbus Group AB on 19 May 2026, the representatives of the largest shareholders in terms of voting rights who have chosen to participate in the Nomination Committee are hereby announced. by Nimbus Group Posted 2 Nov 03:15 PST Changes to tariffs on Canadian imports take effect Changes to tariffs on Canadian imports take effect The additional 50% tariffs will continue to apply on top of applicable Section 232 tariffs Effective October 30, changes to the list of Canadian products subject to an additional 50% tariff under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 are now in place. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Oct 09:15 PDT Title sponsor for Women's Sailing Convention Title sponsor for Women's Sailing Convention American Sailing support the Southern California Yachting Association event Southern California Yachting Association (SCYA) have announced that American Sailing (ASA) has signed on as title sponsor of its annual women's sailing convention. by American Sailing Posted 31 Oct 08:37 PDT Acquisitions and expansions in the news this week Acquisitions and expansions in the news this week A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has opened a call for proposals for its biennial SUR/TECH conference, scheduled for March 23-24. by Peter Rendle Posted 29 Oct 09:00 PDT American Boating Leadership Summit American Boating Leadership Summit Save the date for Sept. 28-29, 2027 NMMA will host a new gathering of recreational boating industry leaders in the nation's capital next fall. The American Boating Leadership Summit is set for Sept. 28-29, 2027, in Washington, D.C. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 29 Oct 08:58 PDT Acquera Yachting strengthens Caribbean presence Acquera Yachting strengthens Caribbean presence Anchor Point Logistics joins network in Saint Kitts and Nevis Acquera Yachting opens a new office in Saint Kitts and Nevis, bringing its Caribbean network to nine destinations. by Acquera Posted 29 Oct 07:04 PDT Winners of the 2026 ISS Design Awards Winners of the 2026 ISS Design Awards This year's gala marked the 36th anniversary of the International Superyacht Society. The International Superyacht Society (ISS), the global voice of the large yacht industry, is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 ISS Design & Leadership Awards. by International Superyacht Society Posted 29 Oct 06:35 PDT Pier 41 Marine receives Barlett dealer recognition Pier 41 Marine receives Barlett dealer recognition Award recognizes a dealer that demonstrates excellence in customer satisfaction Pier 41 Marine has been named the recipient of the Model Year 2026 Barletta Great Award, the highest dealer honor presented annually by Barletta Boats. by Barletta Boats Posted 29 Oct 05:44 PDT McConaghy GT86 - Dawn of a new era McConaghy GT86 - Dawn of a new era Long-range capability. Expansive luxury. Unmistakable presence. Nearly two years in the making, the McConaghy GT86 brings together superyacht inspired living, long-range capability and high-speed performance in a distinctive 25.54-metre power catamaran. by McConaghy Boats Posted 29 Oct 01:39 PDT Brunswick extends Major League Fishing sponsorship Brunswick extends Major League Fishing sponsorship Mercury Marine and Lowrance have supported MLF since 2011 Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today announced a three-year extension of its longstanding sponsorship agreement with Major League Fishing (MLF), the world's largest tournament-fishing organization. by Mercury Marine Posted 28 Oct 15:27 PDT