850 Life Jackets to the Sea Tow Foundation 850 Life Jackets to the Sea Tow Foundation Donated by the Brunswick Corporation After receiving an overwhelming number of applications for their nationwide Life Jacket Loaner Program, the Sea Tow Foundation called on the boating industry to donate life jackets to help fulfill all of the requests and save boaters' lives by Sea Tow Foundation Posted 28 Mar 09:26 PDT Govt to award Boating Infrastructure Grants Govt to award Boating Infrastructure Grants Under the BIG program, more than $2.8 million will fund projects in 19 states The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced the Boating Infrastructure Grant program will provide more than $20 million in grant funding for 19 states to construct, renovate and maintain marinas and other boating facilities for outdoor recreation. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 28 Mar 08:04 PDT 2023 USVI Charter Yacht Show set for Nov 11-14 2023 USVI Charter Yacht Show set for Nov 11-14 To be held at IGY's Yacht Haven Grande A move to more intimate broker and crew meetings onboard the yachts and in the marina. A first-time watersports and water toys exhibit. A focus on the rich history and culture of the U.S. Virgin Islands. by VIPCA Posted 25 Mar 14:07 PDT Blue Innovations Group opens R30 reservations Blue Innovations Group opens R30 reservations Former Tesla Exec launches all-electric boat Blue Innovations Group (BIG), the technology company focused on transitioning the world from land to water with sustainable solutions has begun accepting reservations for their R30 all-electric boat. by Blue Innovations Group Posted 25 Mar 10:22 PDT BRP reports its Q4 and full-year 2023 results BRP reports its Q4 and full-year 2023 results Retail sales up for Powersports products by 21% compared to the same period last year Revenues of $3,076.3 million, an increase of $728.8 million or 31% compared to the same period last year, a record performance for a single quarter in the Company's history by BRP Posted 24 Mar 14:34 PDT YATCO appoints Frank Dargavage as COO YATCO appoints Frank Dargavage as COO He will lead a team of 50 dedicated professionals specializing in yachting, marketing, and sales YATCO, the Trusted Global Marketplace of YachtingTM, has appointed Frank Dargavage as Chief Operating Officer (COO). by YATCO Posted 24 Mar 11:56 PDT Two Brunswick leaders named to 40 under 40 list Two Brunswick leaders named to 40 under 40 list Recognizing two emerging leaders within Brunswick Corporation Boating Industry Magazine today announced its 2023 40 Under 40 list recognizing two emerging leaders within Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) among the industry's top young professionals. by Brunswick Corporation Posted 24 Mar 10:55 PDT NAMS holds successful 60th National Conference NAMS holds successful 60th National Conference Renowned organization of certified, qualified marine surveyors The National Association of Marine Surveyors (NAMS), renowned organization of certified, qualified marine surveyors across the country, announced today the success of its 60th Anniversary National Conference. by The National Association of Marine Surveyors Posted 23 Mar 17:11 PDT Godfrey & Hurricane boats are making waves Godfrey & Hurricane boats are making waves With the launch of two new apparel and accessories lineups Godfrey Marine, manufacturer of premium Godfrey pontoon boats and Hurricane deck boats, announced the launch of two new apparel and accessories lineups for boating enthusiasts. by Godfrey Marine Posted 23 Mar 09:24 PDT Marine Resources latest jobs Marine Resources latest jobs Your future's waiting inside! Progress your career by applying to one of these openings from the marine industry, and get your foot in the door with some of the country's leading companies. by Marine Resources Posted 23 Mar 05:06 PDT White House Conservation in Action Summit White House Conservation in Action Summit The panel drew attendance from across the outdoor recreation industry The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) participated in the White House Conservation in Action Summit held yesterday at the U.S. Department of the Interior in Washington, D.C. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 22 Mar 18:28 PDT Harman A2B Digital Signal Audio Processor Harman A2B Digital Signal Audio Processor Up to thirty-two channels of full digital audio through a two-wire bus system HARMAN International announced its A2B technology for superior on the water listening experience, as well as easier installation, maintenance, and lower total cost of ownership. by Harman Posted 22 Mar 17:57 PDT YATCO appoints VP & Chief Marketing Officer YATCO appoints VP & Chief Marketing Officer Josh Valoes will lead YATCO during its next growth level YATCO, the Trusted Global Marketplace of YachtingTM, has announced the appointment of Josh Valoes as its Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. by YATCO Posted 21 Mar 18:59 PDT Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing Bringing a myriad of economic benefits to communities throughout the U.S. ASA unveiled the 2023 Economic Contributions of Recreational Fishing: U.S. Congressional Districts report, identifying angler participation and economic impacts across all 50 states and 435 congressional districts. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 21 Mar 13:38 PDT Coboaters support Northeast Ocean Race Symposium Coboaters support Northeast Ocean Race Symposium The North America crew finder network is proud to be a sponsor and to exhibit Coboaters, the North America crew finder network is proud to be a sponsor and to exhibit at the first Northeast Ocean Race Symposium on March 25, Waltham, MA by Coboaters Posted 21 Mar 13:20 PDT FAF appoints three new board members FAF appoints three new board members Additions read like a Who's Who of recreational fishing leaders The Future Angler Foundation (FAF) is proud to announce the addition of three high-powered sportfishing industry professionals to its board of directors. by Future Angler Foundation Posted 21 Mar 11:36 PDT Applauding peintroduction of Bipartisan 'AORA' Applauding peintroduction of Bipartisan 'AORA' America's Outdoor Recreation Act would develop, improve, and complete long range trails Last week Senator Manchin (D-WV) and Senator Barrasso (R-WY) reintroduced in the 118th Congress America's Outdoor Recreation Act (AORA) with strong bipartisan support and the backing of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA). by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 21 Mar 10:22 PDT Yanmar commits to a low carbon future Yanmar commits to a low carbon future That redefines the boating experience As the drive towards decarbonization in the marine sector intensifies, Floris Lettinga, Director of Sales and Marketing, YANMAR Marine International, explains how the company's deep legacy of sustainability is inspiring a vision. by YANMAR Marine Posted 21 Mar 06:52 PDT Hubbell, Ward's celebrate 60yrs of collaboration Hubbell, Ward's celebrate 60yrs of collaboration A shared desire to improve the marine electrical experience Hubbell Marine Electrical Products and Ward's Marine Electric are celebrating their 60th anniversary. by Hubbell Marine Posted 20 Mar 17:12 PDT Finance Department study predicts drop in sales Finance Department study predicts drop in sales Canadian government's proposed 'luxury tax' on new recreational boats valued above $250,000 CAD The Canadian government's proposed 'luxury tax' on new recreational boats valued above $250,000 CAD went into effect September 1, 2022 despite two years of NMMA and the Canadian marine industry advocating against this tax. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 18 Mar 11:10 PDT