Garmin named NMEA Manufacturer of the year Garmin named NMEA Manufacturer of the year Award solidifies Garmin as most recognized company in the marine electronics field Garmin International Inc., the world's leading marine electronics manufacturer, today announced that it was named Manufacturer of the Year for the fifth consecutive year by members of the NMEA for its support of products in the field. by Kathryn Morrell Posted 11 Oct 06:13 PDT Hylas Yachts appoints David Walters Yachts Hylas Yachts appoints David Walters Yachts As new yacht sales representatives On the opening day of the 50th Annual United States Sailboat Show, Hylas Yachts and David Walters Yachts jointly announced their new partnership and the appointment of David Walters Yachts as the brand's North American sales representative. by Amanda Noon Posted 10 Oct 05:38 PDT VesselVanguard partners with Hylas Yachts VesselVanguard partners with Hylas Yachts All Hylas sailing and motor yachts now include three-years of VesselVanguard service VesselVanguard, the leading maintenance management solution for boat owners and manufacturers, have announced an agreement with Hylas Yachts to provide every new owner with a multi-year subscription to its award-winning maintenance management solution. by Andrew Golden Posted 10 Oct 05:34 PDT Global audience of 1.8 billion in SailGP Season 1 Global audience of 1.8 billion in SailGP Season 1 More than 133,000 spectators witnessed the world's fastest sail racing As SailGP celebrates its first anniversary, the overall impact of the new global championship has been revealed, highlighted by a total global event audience of 1.8 billion across broadcast, social, press and in-venue audiences. by SailGP Posted 10 Oct 04:16 PDT ACR Electronics introduces products at METSTRADE ACR Electronics introduces products at METSTRADE Its range of next-generation life-saving equipment Leading safety at sea specialist ACR Electronics is introducing its range of next-generation life-saving equipment on a joint stand with brands Ocean Signal and United Moulders Ltd (UML) at METSTRADE (Stand 03.131). by Saltwater Stone Posted 10 Oct 01:36 PDT It's all about events and industry awards It's all about events and industry awards Peter Rendle's latest North American MarineBusinessWorld.com newsletter We start with the report on IBEX which was a resounding success from all accounts. The 29th International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) closed on Thursday, October 3rd with early indications that attendance figures were up from last year. by Peter Rendle Posted 9 Oct 08:00 PDT Coast Guard Cutter Munro recognized for drug inter Coast Guard Cutter Munro recognized for drug inter Viral video featured Coast Guard crew boarding a moving drug sub The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education and well-being of all Coast Guard members and their families, announced today that at its 39th annual Salute to the United States Coast Guard by Rus Graham Posted 9 Oct 04:21 PDT FLIR and Raymarine receive 2019 NMEA Awards FLIR and Raymarine receive 2019 NMEA Awards Raymarine ClearCruise AR earns Technology Award and FLIR M400XR recognised as Best Marine Camera Manufacturers scored big at the 2019 National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA)/Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services (RTCM) Marine Electronics Conference & Expo, held late last month at the Renaissance Hotel in Portsmouth, Virginia. by Liza Dukino Posted 9 Oct 04:03 PDT 2019 Newport International Boat Show 2019 Newport International Boat Show Excellent turnout matches bumper 2018 year Newport Exhibition Group, owners and producers of the Newport International Boat Show, announced today that, even with site changes and construction, the 2019 Show ended on a positive note. by Andrew Golden Posted 9 Oct 03:59 PDT Award-winning sensor showcases at US Sailboat Show Award-winning sensor showcases at US Sailboat Show The latest revolutionary Sense device from Spinlock Sail-Sense, the latest revolutionary Sense device from Spinlock, a global leader in best-in class maritime equipment design and manufacturing, will be showcased at the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis, from 10-14 October. by Hannah Cain Posted 9 Oct 02:17 PDT Marine Auctions Forthcoming Online Auctions Marine Auctions Forthcoming Online Auctions The bidding for the Online Auction will commence on Friday 11th October The Onsite Auction will be held at the Horizon Shores Marina on Sunday 13th October at 2pm. The Onsite Auction will be held in conjunction with the Horizon Shores Boat Show, which runs from Friday 11th October to Sunday 13th October. by Marine Auctions Posted 8 Oct 14:24 PDT 11th Hour Racing announces official supplier 11th Hour Racing announces official supplier Marlow will be supplying the team with high performing lines Marlow Ropes Inc., the leading manufacturer of high performance cordage, has signed on with 11th Hour Racing Team as official supplier for the team's campaign focused on the next edition of The Ocean Race in 2021-2022. by 11th Hour Racing Posted 8 Oct 12:44 PDT 2019 IBEX Show: A resounding success 2019 IBEX Show: A resounding success Offering high-quality connections to exhibitors and visitors The IBEX Docks and expanded Outdoor Displays saw more traffic than in past years. With 30 boats in slips outside the convention center, show visitors were able to participate in live product demonstrations. by Andrew Golden Posted 8 Oct 12:15 PDT Opening of new Brunswick boat development facility Opening of new Brunswick boat development facility Brunswick Boat Group officially opened its new, 45,000 square foot technology center Last week, Brunswick Boat Group officially opened its new, 45,000 square foot technology center in Edgewater, Florida. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 8 Oct 09:03 PDT Another high quality liferaft by Revere Survival Another high quality liferaft by Revere Survival Robust raft has SOLAS and US Coast Guard approvals Revere Survival Inc, safety specialists with over 80 years in the safety and survival business, have added another high quality liferaft to their range. by Revere Survival Inc Posted 7 Oct 07:37 PDT Palm Beach 70 to be introduced at FLIBS 2019 Palm Beach 70 to be introduced at FLIBS 2019 Flying-bridge motoryacht helps the builder to raise the bar in the industry Palm Beach Motor Yachts will introduce its latest launch to the world: the Palm Beach 70. This flying-bridge motoryacht helps the builder to fulfill its mission to create impeccably built, performance-oriented yachts that raise the bar in the industry. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 7 Oct 07:35 PDT Zhik's eagerly awaited new Dinghy Boot Range Zhik's eagerly awaited new Dinghy Boot Range Stay foot-sure with the new range of high-cut dinghy boots Updating a long-time favourite for the dedicated sportsboat and dinghy sailors, these boots offer great support and insulation. An entirely new moulded sole design and new rubber compound create a step change in levels of grip on wet decks. by Liz Rushall Posted 7 Oct 04:00 PDT Grow Boating Marketing Summit 2019 Grow Boating Marketing Summit 2019 More than 175 marine industry marketers attend More than 175 marine industry marketers attended this year's Grow Boating Marketing Summit, an IBEX Special Event. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 6 Oct 06:55 PDT Boating Industry Showcase event on Capitol Hill Boating Industry Showcase event on Capitol Hill NMMA hosted its inaugural boating industry showcase event on Capitol Hill Coinciding with Congress's return from summer recess, NMMA hosted its inaugural boating industry showcase event on Capitol Hill late last month, providing attendees with interactive boating experiences and insights into some of the latest innovations. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 5 Oct 00:45 PDT Union Marine recognized at Bayliner Dealer Meeting Union Marine recognized at Bayliner Dealer Meeting Awarded for sales & marketing excellence Bayliner Boats recently awarded Union Marine at their Annual Dealer Meeting in Knoxville, TN. Union Marine was awarded the 2019 President's Club Top 10 North American Dealer & 2019 Creative Marketer. by Allison Helfen Posted 4 Oct 07:12 PDT