IBEX attracts increased attendance IBEX attracts increased attendance A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America's leading trade event for the recreational marine industry, has announced it closed its 2026 Show with year-over-year increases in attendance by Peter Rendle Posted 21 Oct 06:31 PDT Unlocking Africa's boating economy Unlocking Africa's boating economy Government and industry unite at the African Boating Conference in Cape Town Government commitment, global trade pressures, artificial intelligence and manufacturing competitiveness dominate opening discussions at the African Boating Conference in Cape Town. by African Boating Conference Posted 21 Oct 02:34 PDT California approves new MPA's, denies others California approves new MPA's, denies others These decisions followed years of review, scientific evaluation and public input Last week, the California the California Fish and Game Commission acted on a series of petitions proposing new marine protected areas and changes to existing MPA boundaries and recreational fishing access. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 20 Oct 07:55 PDT IBEX energizes industry with successful 2026 show IBEX energizes industry with successful 2026 show Technical education & industry connections strengthen successful show as IBEX prepares for new dates The IBEX has announced it closed its 2026 Show with year-over-year increases in attendance and show-floor traffic, exhibitors reporting strong business, and high praise for its expanded program of technical education and industry networking. by IBEX Posted 20 Oct 06:48 PDT Saxdor Yachts begins US production Saxdor Yachts begins US production As it returns to Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show With production now under way in the US, Saxdor Yachts returns to Fort Lauderdale with an expanded local network and its latest models, reinforcing the brand's long-term commitment to growth in the American market. by Saxdor Yachts Posted 20 Oct 05:02 PDT 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 20 Oct 04:48 PDT Henri-Lloyd expands Breeze Jacket Collection Henri-Lloyd expands Breeze Jacket Collection Three levels of weather protection, wide choice of colours and dedicated men's and women's fits Henri-Lloyd launches three versions of the popular Breeze jacket offering three levels of weather protection, wide choice of colours and dedicated men's and women's fits. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 20 Oct 01:00 PDT Introducing the new Hybrid Set from Vetus Introducing the new Hybrid Set from Vetus The best of both worlds: Silent electric cruising with trusted diesel performance VETUS is proud to introduce its all-new hybrid propulsion solution for its M-Line 2-cylinder diesel engines, offering boaters a seamless combination of silent electric cruising and dependable diesel power. by VETUS Posted 19 Oct 23:54 PDT Godfrey Pontoon Boats reimagines sport luxury Godfrey Pontoon Boats reimagines sport luxury Customer-focused revamp brings intuitive technology, elevated comfort and increased power Godfrey Pontoon Boats today introduced the all-new 2027 AquaPatio, a completely transformed sport-luxury pontoon shaped by consumer and dealer feedback. by Godfrey Pontoon Boats Posted 18 Oct 07:20 PDT Azimut strengthens its international presence Azimut strengthens its international presence With new strategic dealerships in New Zealand & Mexico Azimut has appointed The Nautical Group as the exclusive Dealer of the brand in New Zealand, strengthening its presence in the country through a partner dedicated to sales, assistance, and owner support. by Azimut Posted 18 Oct 00:18 PDT Global survey on Boat Life Cycle Assessment Global survey on Boat Life Cycle Assessment The project aims to establish a consistent, science-based approach NMMA, alongside the ICOMIA and the European Boating Industry (EBI), recently launched a global industry questionnaire to assess the recreational marine sector's readiness to adopt a harmonised Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 17 Oct 09:15 PDT Helmut's Marine appointed MAN Engines dealer in NC Helmut's Marine appointed MAN Engines dealer in NC Adding MAN engine sales, service, repowers and MAN parts for yachts and commercial vessels Helmut's Marine Service, Inc., a family-owned marine engine company founded in 1988, has been appointed an authorized MAN Engines dealer for the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California. by Nadine Urciuoli Posted 16 Oct 07:13 PDT Virtual IMM Course - Registration open! Virtual IMM Course - Registration open! Become a Certified Marina Manager / Certified Marina Operator Become a Certified Marina Manager (CMM)/Certified Marina Operator (CMO)! The Intermediate Marina Management (IMM) course is the first step towards CMM or CMO certification. by Association of Marina Industries Posted 16 Oct 06:08 PDT HikoTerra names distribution & technical partners HikoTerra names distribution & technical partners The appointments build a regional sales network for the New Zealand company HikoTerra, innovator in mobile integrated power solutions, announced today new distributors for its H4 Hybrid Power System in Australia, the Benelux region, Brazil, Croatia and Slovenia, Germany and Taiwan. by HikoTerra Posted 16 Oct 06:07 PDT Sea Ray Boats welcomes new Knoxville dealer Sea Ray Boats welcomes new Knoxville dealer Bringing together Tri-Star's local expertise and Sea Ray's deep roots Sea Ray Boats, a Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) brand, has announced Tri-Star Power Sports & Marine as its new authorized dealer serving the Knoxville market, bringing together two brands with strong ties to the East Tennessee boating community. by Sea Ray Posted 16 Oct 04:43 PDT BWA Yachting launches in Mexico and the Galápagos BWA Yachting launches in Mexico and the Galápagos Just one month after establishing BWA Yachting Latin America Just one month after establishing BWA Yachting Latin America with operations in Panama and Colombia, BWA Yachting is expanding the region again with the launch of BWA Yachting Mexico and BWA Yachting Galapagos. by Francesca Fenucci Posted 16 Oct 03:07 PDT Yacht Racing Forum programme highlights Yacht Racing Forum programme highlights Discover why you shouldn't miss the event The Yacht Racing Forum will return to Amsterdam on 19-20 November, bringing together the people who shape the sport of sailing and yacht racing. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 15 Oct 23:23 PDT What's the link between loudspeakers and boats? What's the link between loudspeakers and boats? What does Gulf Craft have to say about the changes in usage and ownership of boats? If boat usage and/or ownership has changed and is a-changing more each day, then how about some of the companies/builders in the industry? What do they think? What are they doing? by John Curnow, Global Editor, Powerboat.World Posted 15 Oct 09:15 PDT Strategic US parternship announced Strategic US parternship announced By Gottifredi Maffioli and Kingfisher Yacht Ropes at the Annapolis Sailboat Show 2026 Gottifredi Maffioli and Kingfisher Yacht Ropes are delighted to announce a strengthened strategic partnership for the United States market, working together to expand the availability and support of the renowned range of performance sailing ropes. by Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Posted 15 Oct 08:59 PDT NMMA announces new boat show in Dallas NMMA announces new boat show in Dallas The launch of the DTX Boat Show reflects NMMA's continued boat shows investment in major markets The NMMA announced today it is adding a new show to its industry-owned Discover Boating boat show portfolio. The Discover Boating DTX Boat Show will debut March 18-21, 2027, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 15 Oct 08:10 PDT