Latest industry stats from the NMMA now available Latest industry stats from the NMMA now available A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The latest annual total industry sales by category and state report, part of NMMA's 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for member download. by Peter Rendle Posted 8 Jul 08:00 PDT U.S. recreational marine spending $54B in 2025 U.S. recreational marine spending $54B in 2025 Reflecting the broad economic impact of recreational boating across sales of boats The latest annual total industry sales by category and state report, part of NMMA's 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for member download. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 7 Jul 12:12 PDT World Cat unveils all-new 235HB Hybrid World Cat unveils all-new 235HB Hybrid This new hybrid platform integrates four boats into one model World Cat™ announced the launch of the newest model in its lineup, the 235HB center console hybrid. by World Cat Boats Posted 7 Jul 11:42 PDT IBEX strengthens team with 3 strategic additions IBEX strengthens team with 3 strategic additions New hires expand education, sales and marketing capabilities as IBEX bolsters year-round experiences The IBEX announced today the addition of three new team members who will help strengthen the event's education, sales and marketing initiatives while supporting continued growth across its annual event and year-round engagement efforts. by IBEX Posted 7 Jul 11:27 PDT Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter See why Roche Harbor proved the perfect backdrop for an extraordinary gathering Discover the magic of the Pacific Northwest as Maritimo owners come together at the iconic Roche Harbor on Washington's stunning San Juan Island. by Maritimo Posted 7 Jul 11:22 PDT Marine Auctions: July Online Auctions Marine Auctions: July Online Auctions One of the best ways to sell high value assets An Auction (or marketing without a price) is one of the best ways to sell high value assets and is basically the only way to maximise market value. by Marine Auctions Posted 6 Jul 22:48 PDT Remoran expands into the US market Remoran expands into the US market Officially announcing its expansion into the United States maritime market Finnish renewable marine energy innovator Remoran Expands into the US Market - Partners with Bainbridge International to Distribute the Remoran Wave 3 Hydrogenerator by Remoran Ltd. Posted 3 Jul 08:03 PDT Teledyne Promotes Michelle Hildyard to GM Teledyne Promotes Michelle Hildyard to GM Of Teledyne Raymarine and Teledyne FLIR Marine Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: TDY) today announced the promotion of Michelle Hildyard to General Manager of its Teledyne Raymarine and Teledyne FLIR Marine brands. by Teledyne Posted 2 Jul 16:37 PDT July 2026 High Tide Flooding Predictions July 2026 High Tide Flooding Predictions The East Coast will experience a reprieve in July The East Coast, which last month saw some of its greatest potential for flooding during the entire year, will experience a reprieve in July as NOAA predicts that high-water events are only possible in Boston, Portland and Bar Harbor, and Fort Pulaski. by US Harbors Posted 2 Jul 12:57 PDT World Cat Boats work with Revis Yacht Sales World Cat Boats work with Revis Yacht Sales Expands North Carolina Dealer Network in Wilmington World Cat Boats has expanded its North Carolina dealer network with the addition of Revis Yacht Sales in Wilmington, North Carolina. by World Cat Boats Posted 1 Jul 10:26 PDT Capitol Hill discussion on Red Snapper Capitol Hill discussion on Red Snapper Participants met with Congressional offices from across the South Atlantic region Last week, recreational fishing and boating leaders from Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina were in Washington, D.C., for a South Atlantic red snapper fly-in hosted by the American Sportfishing Association, CSP, CCA, CSF and NMMA. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 1 Jul 09:46 PDT DAME Awards celebrating three and half decades DAME Awards celebrating three and half decades A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Building on last year's impressively large field of entries, Metstrade's DAME Design Awards will celebrate three and a half decades of design excellence by providing unique opportunities for exhibitors. by Peter Rendle Posted 1 Jul 08:00 PDT ACR drives awareness of electronic flares ACR drives awareness of electronic flares Movement towards electronics reinforced by USCG directive to remove pyrotechnics from its cutters ACR Electronics and its brand Ocean Signal are supporting industry transition to electronic flares and calling for a global standard to recognize the technology as an internationally-approved distress signal for commercial and leisure users. by ACR Electronics Posted 1 Jul 05:43 PDT Patrick and LCI to combine in all-stock merger Patrick and LCI to combine in all-stock merger Forming a premier component solutions provider Patrick Industries and LCI Industries announce they have entered into a definitive agreement to combine in an all-stock merger, forming a premier component solutions provider for the outdoor enthusiast, housing and transportation markets. by Lippert Posted 1 Jul 05:22 PDT C-MAP® releases Great Lakes Chart Enhancements C-MAP® releases Great Lakes Chart Enhancements This latest release introduces high-resolution detail across key coastal and inland destinations C-MAP®, a leader in digital marine cartography and cloud-based mapping, has announced coverage improvements for the Americas, delivering significant enhancements for recreational boaters and anglers across North America. by C-MAP Posted 1 Jul 05:17 PDT Metstrade 2026 opens visitor registration Metstrade 2026 opens visitor registration With first programme highlights across a week of industry events Visitor registration for Metstrade 2026 is now open, inviting leisure marine professionals from around the world to secure their place at the industry's leading global B2B event, taking place at RAI Amsterdam from 17-19 November. by Metstrade Posted 1 Jul 02:32 PDT AkzoNobel and Hinckley 50-year partnership AkzoNobel and Hinckley 50-year partnership Awlgrip® maintains its position as the preferred premium topcoat for its service yards AkzoNobel and Hinckley have marked half a century of collaboration in which Awlgrip® maintains its position as the preferred premium topcoat for its service yards. by AkzoNobel Posted 1 Jul 01:41 PDT Lyman-Morse expands to Port Clyde Lyman-Morse expands to Port Clyde Partnering with Colby College to relaunch a managed mooring field We're excited to share the news that Lyman-Morse has partnered with Colby College to relaunch a managed mooring field in Port Clyde Harbor. by Lyman-Morse Boatbuilding Posted 30 Jun 07:11 PDT Airmar promotes Suzanne Hawley Airmar promotes Suzanne Hawley Leading global marine brand strategy for Airmar Technology Corporation Airmar® Technology Corporation, a leader in ultrasonic transducers and CHIRP sonar technology, is pleased to announce the promotion of Suzanne Hawley to Marine Marketing Manager. by Airmar Technology Posted 30 Jun 04:21 PDT TNL Pindar: Shipping Catalyst 45 to Italy TNL Pindar: Shipping Catalyst 45 to Italy TNL Pindar deliver Lloyd Stevenson Boats stunning new Catalyst 50 to Italy for the Django syndicate. TNL Pindar has celebrated another successful premium export, partnering with Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders to deliver their stunning new Catalyst 50 to Italy for the Django syndicate. by TNL Pindar Posted 29 Jun 06:08 PDT