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A look inside the Spirit Yachts yard
A close look at what makes their yachts unique
© Mark Jardine
Seldén Mast Launches U.S. Online Store
Making Genuine Spare Parts Available Nationwide
© Seldén Mast
What do “Liberation Day” tariffs mean for boating?
Manufacturers should promptly review the Administration's Annex II exemption list
© National Marine Manufacturers Association
Miami Boat Show propels industry sales
After a five-day exhibition across six locations
© National Marine Manufacturers Association
Metstrade 2025 sees strong early bookings
Driven by growing demand and expanded exhibit space
© Metstrade
Highfield Boats USA announce 4 New Dealer Partners
Highfield Boats USA announce 4 New Dealer Partners
U.S. Dealer Network for Highfield RIBS Now Stretches from Maine to Hawaii
Highfield Boats USA, the leading supplier of rigid inflatable boats (RIBS) in America, announces it has added four new dealer partners to its U.S. sales network for Highfield RIBs.
by Highfield Boats
Posted 30 Apr 08:14 PDT
Tariff rates under further consideration
Tariff rates under further consideration
A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America
According to an April 23 Wall Street Journal report, President Trump is considering reducing the tariff rate on Chinese imports to 50-65%.
by Peter Rendle
Posted 30 Apr 08:00 PDT
Blue Sea Systems® announces ABYC C-7 compliance
Blue Sea Systems® announces ABYC C-7 compliance
Continuing to set the benchmark for safety and innovation
Blue Sea Systems® announced that all battery disconnect switches and relays with switches are transitioning from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 1107 standards to the new American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) C-7 standards.
by Blue Sea Systems
Posted 30 Apr 05:13 PDT
Sunpower Yachts International acquires Alva Yachts
Sunpower Yachts International acquires Alva Yachts
Becoming the world's largest solar electric yacht company
In a groundbreaking move that redefines the future of luxury yachting, Sunpower Yachts International proudly announces the acquisition of Alva Yachts GmbH.
by Sunpower Yachts International
Posted 30 Apr 00:37 PDT
ABYC launches new Marine Trades School Directory
ABYC launches new Marine Trades School Directory
Helping students explore marine training programs and build the next generation of technicians
New school directory helps students explore marine training programs and build the next generation of technicians.
by Shannon Aronson
Posted 29 Apr 16:02 PDT
MasterCraft Boat Company enhances dealer network
MasterCraft Boat Company enhances dealer network
New partnership with Performance Marine Watersports
MasterCraft Boat Company, a subsidiary of MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCFT) and the best-selling towboat brand, today announces a new dealership partnership with Performance Marine Watersports.
by MasterCraft
Posted 29 Apr 14:41 PDT
West Marine Pro launches enhanced mobile app
West Marine Pro launches enhanced mobile app
To power on-the-Go Marine professionals
West Marine Pro, the wholesale division of West Marine, has launched a full-featured mobile app, available on IOS and Android.
by West Marine
Posted 29 Apr 14:22 PDT
Vittorio Bichucher new GM of NAVAN Boats
Vittorio Bichucher new GM of NAVAN Boats
Leading the continued growth of NAVAN's premium exploration boats across the USA
Brunswick Boat Group today announced the appointment of Vittorio Castellini Bichucher as General Manager of NAVAN Boats in addition to his current role as Senior Director of Strategy for Brunswick's Boat Group.
by Brunswick Corporation
Posted 29 Apr 12:28 PDT
Dr. Shawn DuBravac to speak at ABC 2025
Dr. Shawn DuBravac to speak at ABC 2025
The Renowned Economist will talk at the American Boating Congress
The NMMA is pleased to announce that leading economist and futurist Dr. Shawn DuBravac will serve as a featured speaker at the 2025 American Boating Congress (ABC).
by National Marine Manufacturers Association
Posted 29 Apr 08:04 PDT
Clean & Resilient Marina Professionals certified
Clean & Resilient Marina Professionals certified
The participants completed a virtual course over four days in early April
The Association of Marina Industries has certified 18 new marina personnel as Clean & Resilient Marina Professionals. This class came from all corners of the country and from marinas both large and small.
by Association of Marina Industries
Posted 28 Apr 06:15 PDT
Correct Craft launches Revel Boats
Correct Craft launches Revel Boats
Raising the standard for performance and style in Pontoons
Correct Craft is proud to announce the launch of its newest brand, Revel Boats.
by Correct Craft
Posted 27 Apr 12:04 PDT
Beneteau to launch redesigned Gran Turismo range
Beneteau to launch redesigned Gran Turismo range
The ambitious plans will see the launch of three new models in just six months
BENETEAU, the world's leading marine brand, has announced an overhaul of their Gran Turismo range to create a new generation of luxury 'Crossover Express Cruisers' that better meets the evolving needs of their customers.
by Beneteau
Posted 26 Apr 11:34 PDT
Count down on to Virgin Islands Boating Exhibition
Count down on to Virgin Islands Boating Exhibition
The hottest yacht show in the Caribbean
The countdown is on to the hottest yacht show in the Caribbean. The second annual Virgin Islands Boating Exhibition (VIBE) will take place May 15-18 at IGY's Yacht Haven Grande St. Thomas, four-time winner of International Superyacht Marina of the Year.
by Carol Bareuther
Posted 26 Apr 08:43 PDT
Dockmate builds sales and support team
Dockmate builds sales and support team
After period of rapid growth Dockmate adds new Business Development Manager and Product Specialist
Dockmate®, manufacturer of advanced wireless remote-control systems for yachts, has announced it has appointed Spencer Coveney and Josh Taylor to fill the positions of Product Specialist and Business Development Manager, respectively.
by Dockmate
Posted 25 Apr 09:27 PDT
ePropulsion & Heysea Yachts unveil the Seaview 59
ePropulsion & Heysea Yachts unveil the Seaview 59
A new era in electric-powered catamarans
ePropulsion, a global leader in marine electric propulsion system and services, has once again partnered with Heysea Yachts to introduce the new Seaview 59 catamaran.
by ePropulsion
Posted 25 Apr 00:29 PDT
MPC reports first quarter financial results
MPC reports first quarter financial results
Net sales decreased 15% year-over-year to $59.0 million
Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) (the "Company"), a leading manufacturer of fiberglass boats, announced its unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.
by Marine Products Corporation
Posted 24 Apr 16:31 PDT
White House considers cutting China Tariffs
White House considers cutting China Tariffs
Trump is considering reducing the tariff rate on Chinese imports to 50-65%
According to an April 23 Wall Street Journal report, President Trump is considering reducing the tariff rate on Chinese imports to 50-65%.
by National Marine Manufacturers Association
Posted 24 Apr 16:25 PDT
ABYC 2025 Outstanding Technician Awards winners
ABYC 2025 Outstanding Technician Awards winners
Marine industry celebrates ten exceptional technicians during national recognition week
The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Outstanding Technician Awards during International Marine Service Technician Week.
by Shannon Aronson
Posted 24 Apr 14:20 PDT
Introducing the Datrex Life Floats
Introducing the Datrex Life Floats
American craftsmanship meets maritime safety
Datrex, Inc. is proud to announce our newest product line: USCG-approved Life Floats, engineered and manufactured in our facilities in the United States.
by Datrex
Posted 24 Apr 09:29 PDT
FarSounder expands citizen science capabilities
FarSounder expands citizen science capabilities
With whale and trash reporting feature
FarSounder is excited to announce the release of a new citizen science feature in its latest SonaSoft™ software update.
by FarSounder, Inc.
Posted 24 Apr 09:26 PDT