Teledyne FLIR introduces FLIR M364C-USV Camera Teledyne FLIR introduces FLIR M364C-USV Camera A multispectral camera system for autonomous and uncrewed vessels Teledyne FLIR Marine introduced the FLIR M364C-USV, a multispectral camera system designed to help autonomous and uncrewed surface vessel operators navigate safely, detect hazards sooner and maintain situational awareness in demanding marine environments. by Teledyne Posted 27 Aug 08:26 PDT MIASF at Inaugural Manufacturing Workforce Expo MIASF at Inaugural Manufacturing Workforce Expo The Expo brought students and manufacturers together around employment and apprenticeships MIASF represented South Florida's marine industry at the inaugural Manufacturing Workforce Expo at Atlantic Technical College, hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration and co-hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor and OpenAI. by MIASF Posted 27 Aug 08:01 PDT August consumer confidence slips August consumer confidence slips The Consumer Confidence Index fell to 89.4 Consumer confidence declined in August, according to The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, as Americans grew more cautious about the economic outlook, even as their assessment of current conditions improved. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 27 Aug 07:31 PDT Avikus and Vision Marine feasibility testing Avikus and Vision Marine feasibility testing Of NEUBOAT with E-Motion electric propulsion Avikus have announced that it is working with Vision Marine Technologies Inc. to conduct feasibility testing of its NEUBOAT smart navigation and docking technology with Vision Marine's twin-motor E-Motion™ electric propulsion system. by Avikus Posted 27 Aug 06:28 PDT Four reasons to attend the Yacht Racing Forum 2026 Four reasons to attend the Yacht Racing Forum 2026 Business. Networking. Knowledge. Fun. The annual B2B conference dedicated to the sport of sailing will once again bring together the sport's leading personalities from around the world for two days of conferences, networking and business. by Yacht Racing Forum Posted 27 Aug 05:37 PDT Vessev enters U.S. market with $19m Series A Vessev enters U.S. market with $19m Series A Names first US customer, launches multi-city US showcase Vessev has announced $19 million in Series A and follow-on financing, its first U.S. commercial customer, FlyTahoe, an emerging sustainable water transit network operator in Lake Tahoe, CA, and a series of high-profile U.S. activations. by Vessev Posted 27 Aug 03:40 PDT 2027 Standards Week dates announced 2027 Standards Week dates announced A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced that 2027 Standards Week will take place January 10-15 at the Drury Plaza Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. by Peter Rendle Posted 26 Aug 08:00 PDT US tariffs on select Canadian products take effect US tariffs on select Canadian products take effect Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada intends to impose retaliatory tariffs The tariffs, announced in July, were originally supposed to go into effect on Aug. 19; however, President Trump issued a three-day delay in the implementation as negotiators neared a deal late last week. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 25 Aug 13:19 PDT Boston Whaler delivers "Boatload of Backpacks" Boston Whaler delivers "Boatload of Backpacks" Donations to local schools for 16th consecutive year Continuing a tradition that began 16 years ago, Boston Whaler recently delivered a "Boatload of Backpacks" filled with school supplies and snacks to local elementary schools, helping students and teachers prepare for the start of the 2026 school year. by Boston Whaler Posted 25 Aug 10:31 PDT Court rules North Carolina violated legal duty Court rules North Carolina violated legal duty The lawsuit was filed in 2020 by CCA NC and 86 citizen plaintiffs The Wake County Superior Court has ruled in favor of the Coastal Conservation Association of North Carolina ("CCA NC") and 86 individual citizens in their lawsuit to hold the State accountable for failing to protect North Carolina's coastal fisheries. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 25 Aug 10:23 PDT ABYC to host 2027 Standards Week in San Antonio ABYC to host 2027 Standards Week in San Antonio Bringing together marine industry professionals The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced that 2027 Standards Week will take place Jan. 10-15 at the Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk in San Antonio, Texas. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 25 Aug 10:12 PDT California policymaker marine technology briefing California policymaker marine technology briefing The event brought together state legislators and regulators Last week, the recreational boating industry came together in Sacramento, California for a marine technology briefing for state policymakers and a demonstration focused on the technologies and fuels that will help shape the future of boating. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 20 Aug 04:28 PDT Introducing Ryan Blazevich Introducing Ryan Blazevich General Manager of Hinckley Stamford Hinckley is proud to welcome Ryan Blazevich as General Manager of our Stamford service yard. by Hinckley Yachts Posted 19 Aug 11:10 PDT Overview to protect and expand America's waterways Overview to protect and expand America's waterways A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America NMMA's new Waterways Access Initiative (WAI) policy brochure is now available, providing members and industry partners with a concise overview of the policy priorities driving NMMA's work to protect and expand access to America's waterways. by Peter Rendle Posted 19 Aug 08:00 PDT Full-Spectrum Thru-Hull Light Fixture Full-Spectrum Thru-Hull Light Fixture Introduced by Metro Marine Lighting Metro Marine Lighting have announced the launch of its new Full-Spectrum Thru Hull Light Fixture, an intelligent underwater luminaire engineered to deliver exceptional illumination, superior color quality and unmatched long-term reliability. by Metro Marine Lighting Posted 19 Aug 04:10 PDT BRP announces launch of BRP Financial Services BRP announces launch of BRP Financial Services Retail finance offering will strengthen dealer support, improve customer journey, support BRP growth BRP Inc. (TSX/NASDAQ: DOO) announces the launch of BRP Financial Services, its new branded retail financing program, developed to provide consumers with innovative financing solutions through its dealer network in the United States. by BRP Posted 19 Aug 04:01 PDT IBEX opportunities for marine industry connections IBEX opportunities for marine industry connections Special events, industry gatherings and new programs bring marine professionals together The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America's leading trade event for the recreational marine industry, is expanding how the industry connects when it returns to the Tampa Convention Center, October 6-8. by IBEX Posted 19 Aug 03:52 PDT New policy brochure highlights WAI priorities New policy brochure highlights WAI priorities The brochure highlights key priorities, including the passage of the Water Resources Development Act NMMA's new Waterways Access Initiative (WAI) policy brochure is now available, providing members and industry partners with a concise overview of the policy priorities driving NMMA's work to protect and expand access to America's waterways. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 18 Aug 05:21 PDT Mercury Marine: America's Best-In-State Employers Mercury Marine: America's Best-In-State Employers The annual Forbes ranking is based on an independent survey of more than 245,000 U.S. employees Mercury Marine has been named one of Forbes America's Best-In-State Employers 2026 in Wisconsin, recognizing the company's strong workplace culture and ongoing commitment to employee growth, innovation and collaboration. by Mercury Marine Posted 18 Aug 05:14 PDT Fraser to share charter expertise at the ABC Fraser to share charter expertise at the ABC Recognised as one of the superyacht industry's most respected brokerage firms The African Boating Conference is pleased to welcome Fraser, one of the world's leading full-service yacht brokerage houses, to this year's programme, with Head of Charter Management Europe Lisa Airasca joining as a panellist. by African Boating Conference Posted 17 Aug 07:32 PDT