ABYC and USCG to Host Webinar ABYC and USCG to Host Webinar Gasoline Fuel Systems - Evolution and Compliance The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) have opened registration for the next installment of the USCG/ABYC Risk Mitigation Series by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 18 Mar 17:52 PDT Dates set for 54th Newport International Boat Show Dates set for 54th Newport International Boat Show The premier Northeast Boat Show takes place September 11-14, 2025 The Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport announced today that the 54th annual Newport International Boat Show will take place September 11 through 14, 2025, at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport, Rhode Island. by Newport International Boat Show Posted 18 Mar 15:00 PDT National Women's Sailing Association Conference National Women's Sailing Association Conference “Knowledge – Skills – Fun” while celebrating NWSA's 35th anniversary in St. Petersburg, Fl. The National Women's Sailing Association (NWSA) is expanding its 2025 National Women's Sailing Association Conference, presented by American Sailing, to three days. by BoatUS Posted 18 Mar 07:52 PDT Northrop & Johnson mourns passing of Paul Daubner Northrop & Johnson mourns passing of Paul Daubner Beloved Yacht Broker colleague and friend It is with profound sadness that Northrop & Johnson announces the passing of our beloved Yacht Broker colleague and friend, Paul Daubner. by Northrop & Johnson Posted 18 Mar 01:38 PDT Canada imposes 25% Tariff on U.S. Fishing Products Canada imposes 25% Tariff on U.S. Fishing Products Including fishing rods, hooks, nets, lines, and other tackle Effective March 13, 2025, the Government of Canada is imposing 25 percent tariffs on $29.8 billion in products imported from the U.S., including fishing rods, hooks, nets, lines, and other tackle. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 17 Mar 16:26 PDT Marine Auctions: March/April Online Auctions Marine Auctions: March/April Online Auctions March Online Auction and Special April Online Auction March's Action Bidding to Commence Friday 21st March and will end on Thursday 27th March. And April's Bidding to Commence on Friday 4th April and will end on Thursday 10th April. by Marine Auctions Posted 17 Mar 02:11 PDT 2025 ORC World Championship announces sponsor 2025 ORC World Championship announces sponsor The organisers are proud to announce Garmin® are supporting the event The organisers of the 2025 ORC World Championship—Kalev Yacht Club, the Tallinn Olympic Sailing Center, and the Estonian Yachting Union—are proud to announce Garmin® as the Title Sponsor of this prestigious event, set to take place from August 8–16, 2025. by Offshore Racing Congress Posted 14 Mar 18:43 PDT Celebrating 30 years of Palm Beach Motor Yachts Celebrating 30 years of Palm Beach Motor Yachts With 3 models on display at the Palm Beach Boat Show The Palm Beach International Boat Show will take place March 19-23, along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, directly across from Palm Beach Island. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 14 Mar 09:52 PDT Sharrow Marine launches nationwide dealer network Sharrow Marine launches nationwide dealer network More than 1,000 boat and propeller dealers to sell the Sharrow Propeller™ across the U.S. Sharrow Marine, the industry leader in revolutionary propeller technology, is proud to announce its plans to establish a Nationwide Sharrow Marine Dealer Network in 2025. by Sharrow Marine Posted 14 Mar 08:48 PDT Vakaros acquires Sailmon Instruments Vakaros acquires Sailmon Instruments The acquisition of Sailmon marks a new chapter for both companies Vakaros, the world leader in small boat instrumentation and race management technology, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Sailmon, a premier brand of sailing instruments. by Vakaros Posted 13 Mar 22:59 PDT Boston Whaler recognizes exceptional dealers Boston Whaler recognizes exceptional dealers For outstanding achievements in 2024 Model Year The success of Boston Whaler's legendary boats would not be possible without the dedication and expertise of our exceptional dealers and sales professionals. by Boston Whaler Posted 13 Mar 14:34 PDT Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariffs take effect Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Tariffs take effect Trump administration's reinstated Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum imports The Trump administration's reinstated Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum imports take effect today, imposing a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 12 Mar 18:19 PDT Tariff details continue to dominate industry news Tariff details continue to dominate industry news A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America During his Joint Address to Congress, President Trump reinforced his administration's commitment to protecting American manufacturing and enforcing stronger trade policies. by Peter Rendle Posted 12 Mar 13:00 PDT Coast Guard Foundation announces new trustees Coast Guard Foundation announces new trustees Joining the board to support organization's mission to make a difference for members The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families, announced that six new trustees joined its board this year. by Coast Guard Foundation Posted 11 Mar 10:09 PDT ASA releases new online Trade & Commerce Hub ASA releases new online Trade & Commerce Hub Dedicated information for decisions which impact the sportfishing industry Given the rapid developments on trade, tariffs and commerce from the Trump administration, ASA has released our new trade and commerce webpage. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 11 Mar 08:49 PDT Sail Canada are hiring: High Performance Director Sail Canada are hiring: High Performance Director Lead the future of Canadian Sailing! Are you a visionary leader ready to elevate Canadian sailing to new heights? Sail Canada is searching for an innovative High Performance Director who will redefine what's possible for our athletes on the world stage. by Sail Canada Posted 10 Mar 18:31 PDT ‘Turning the Tide Online' Virtual Summit ‘Turning the Tide Online' Virtual Summit New solutions for recycling boats, derelict fishing gear, plastics and more BoatUS Foundation's "Turning the Tide Online" summit highlighted three days of educational resources, enlightening panels and keynote addresses. by BoatUS Posted 10 Mar 16:36 PDT NMMA confirms 9% decline in 2024 boat retail sales NMMA confirms 9% decline in 2024 boat retail sales Releasing its Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary report Amid last week's news on tariffs and the subsequent potential economic and industry impacts, NMMA has released its Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary report, offering a comprehensive analysis of recreational boating powerboat unit sales. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 10 Mar 15:27 PDT Boston Marine Services acquires Boston Boatworks Boston Marine Services acquires Boston Boatworks Improved vessel maintenance, repair, storage We are excited to share that Boston Boatworks has been acquired by Boston Marine Services. This opportunity allows us to offer improved vessel maintenance, repair, storage, and more to our valued boaters like you. by Boston Marine Services Posted 7 Mar 20:07 PST Trump Administration delays tariffs until April 2 Trump Administration delays tariffs until April 2 On Canadian and Mexican imports On March 6, the Trump administration announced a one-month delay on new tariffs for imports from Canada and Mexico covered under the USMCA trade agreement. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 7 Mar 14:59 PST