MRAA's Dealer Week 2026 registration opens MRAA's Dealer Week 2026 registration opens The event is scheduled for Dec. 6-9, 2026 The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that Dealer Week 2026 registration is now open. The event is scheduled for Dec. 6-9, 2026, at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 25 Jul 09:58 PDT Caymas Boats announces leadership promotions Caymas Boats announces leadership promotions Announcing the promotion of Todd Falk to President and Chief Operating Officer Caymas Boats announced the promotion of Todd Falk to President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). by Caymas Boats Posted 24 Jul 05:11 PDT Correct Craft acquires Fluid Motion LLC Correct Craft acquires Fluid Motion LLC The acquisition includes Ranger Tugs, Cutwater Boats, and Solara Boats Correct Craft has announced the acquisition of Fluid Motion, the parent company of Ranger Tugs, Cutwater Boats, and Solara Boats. by Correct Craft Posted 24 Jul 04:46 PDT HFD5 Graphic Display now in full production HFD5 Graphic Display now in full production A replacement and upgrade for the B&G H5000 The HFD5 full colour display is now in full production, as a replacement and upgrade to the discontinued B&G H5000 display. by A+T Instruments Posted 24 Jul 02:30 PDT United Yacht Sales expands its team United Yacht Sales expands its team The boat business is family business United Yacht Sales is pleased to announce that Mary Lakyn Boutwell has joined the company and grown into her role as Marketing Specialist, building on the marketing internship where she first began working with the United team over a year ago. by United Yacht Sales Posted 23 Jul 08:44 PDT Metlakatla Indian Community clear derelict vessels Metlakatla Indian Community clear derelict vessels Project advances effort to restore coastal waterways for fishing communities The Metlakatla Indian Community is now removing 27 abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) from waterways on the Annette Islands Reserve, a major step toward cleaner, safer waterways and healthier fisheries for the community. by Bradley Weaver Posted 22 Jul 12:30 PDT Vision Marine announces next phase of strategy Vision Marine announces next phase of strategy Company plans to leverage its integrated operating platform to support technology development Vision Marine Technologies Inc. today announced the next phase of its long-term strategy to advance and commercialize marine technologies through its operating platform. by Vision Marine Technologies Posted 22 Jul 11:11 PDT LOOKOUT expands global dealer network LOOKOUT expands global dealer network Bringing AI Marine Vision to boaters worldwide LOOKOUT, the award-winning leader in AI marine vision, today announced a major expansion of its global distribution and dealer network through new strategic partnerships across Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. by LOOKOUT Posted 22 Jul 08:29 PDT Network opportunities to expand at IBEX Network opportunities to expand at IBEX A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America IBEX announced a bold, expanded schedule of educational programming for its October event, bringing together more learning opportunities, more industry collaboration, and more future-focused content than ever before. by Peter Rendle Posted 22 Jul 08:00 PDT Cruisers Yachts announces new dealer in Mexico Cruisers Yachts announces new dealer in Mexico Powerboats has 18 years of experience selling recreational, sport, and fishing boats Cruisers Yachts, a premier American yacht builder with more than 70 years of heritage, has named Powerboats as its newest authorized dealer in Mexico. by Cruisers Yachts Posted 22 Jul 03:56 PDT Leading Economic Index declines Leading Economic Index declines Weak consumer expectations and fewer building permits outweighed positive financial indicators The Conference Board reports its Leading Economic Index for the U.S. declined 0.2% in June, partially reversing gains from the previous two months. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 22 Jul 03:46 PDT kMax Battery earns ICAST 2026 Best of Show Honors kMax Battery earns ICAST 2026 Best of Show Honors Serving as the power source for ePropulsion's new kMax electric propulsion platform ePropulsion Americas announce that its new kMax Battery has been named a 2026 ICAST New Product Showcase "Best of Show" Category Winner in the Energy Category, recognizing the battery's innovative design and performance for kayak anglers. by ePropulsion Posted 22 Jul 02:46 PDT Seawind Catamarans First Annual European Open Days Seawind Catamarans First Annual European Open Days Guests, industry partners and sailing enthusiasts welcomed to state-of-the-art Izmir facility Seawind Catamarans welcomed guests, industry partners, and sailing enthusiasts from across Europe to its state-of-the-art production facility in Izmir for the inaugural European Open Days. by Nhi Thi Lu Pham Posted 22 Jul 01:25 PDT Klaipeda ORC Europeans 2026 to set a new benchmark Klaipeda ORC Europeans 2026 to set a new benchmark Organisers are targeting the highest Clean Regattas Platinum certification The Klaipeda ORC European Championship 2026, taking place in Lithuania for the first time this August, is aiming to achieve the highest Platinum certification under the internationally recognised Clean Regattas sustainability programme. by Offshore Racing Congress Posted 21 Jul 07:33 PDT Oceanis 42, French legacy under sail Oceanis 42, French legacy under sail With the Oceanis 42, BENETEAU opens a new chapter in the strategic 40-foot segment. To mark its 40th anniversary, the Oceanis range reaffirms its commitment to the French craftsmanship that has shaped its identity since its inception. by Beneteau Group Posted 21 Jul 06:16 PDT Tartan Yachts introduces the all-new Tartan 27 Tartan Yachts introduces the all-new Tartan 27 An American icon returns—reimagined for a new generation of sailors Tartan Yachts is proud to unveil the reimagined Tartan 27 cruising yacht, marking the return of the model that first introduced generations of sailors to the brand. by Tartan Yachts Posted 21 Jul 06:13 PDT World Cat™ announces leadership promotions World Cat™ announces leadership promotions Vann Knight has been promoted to President of World Cat Boats World Cat™ announced that Vann Knight has been promoted to President of World Cat Boats. Knight, who joined World Cat in 2018 and most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer, will oversee the day-to-day operations. by World Cat Boats Posted 21 Jul 06:03 PDT LCI Industries appoints Robert Hureau to Board LCI Industries appoints Robert Hureau to Board He has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Alamo Group Inc. LCI Industries today announced the appointment of Robert Hureau to the Company's Board of Directors as an additional independent director. Mr. Hureau will serve on the Audit Committee, the Risk Committee, and the Compensation and Human Capital Committee. by Lippert Posted 20 Jul 11:06 PDT Sea Tow Foundation welcomes 7 new members to BSAC Sea Tow Foundation welcomes 7 new members to BSAC Leaders in boating education, communications, and marine safety to support the Foundation's mission The Sea Tow Foundation™, a national non-profit dedicated to reducing boating-related accidents and fatalities, is proud to announce the addition of seven new members to its Boating Safety Advisory Council. by Sea Tow Foundation Posted 20 Jul 07:56 PDT Nimbus Group Interim report 2026 Nimbus Group Interim report 2026 Significant events during the second quarter of 2026 Nimbus Group received its first order for the MSMB200 workboat from the Swedish Armed Forces. The order value amounts to approximately SEK 260 million, with deliveries expected to commence in January 2027 and continue over a period of 36 months. by Nimbus Group Posted 18 Jul 03:39 PDT