Network opportunities to expand at IBEX Network opportunities to expand at IBEX A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America IBEX announced a bold, expanded schedule of educational programming for its October event, bringing together more learning opportunities, more industry collaboration, and more future-focused content than ever before. by Peter Rendle Posted 22 Jul 08:00 PDT Cruisers Yachts announces new dealer in Mexico Cruisers Yachts announces new dealer in Mexico Powerboats has 18 years of experience selling recreational, sport, and fishing boats Cruisers Yachts, a premier American yacht builder with more than 70 years of heritage, has named Powerboats as its newest authorized dealer in Mexico. by Cruisers Yachts Posted 22 Jul 03:56 PDT Leading Economic Index declines Leading Economic Index declines Weak consumer expectations and fewer building permits outweighed positive financial indicators The Conference Board reports its Leading Economic Index for the U.S. declined 0.2% in June, partially reversing gains from the previous two months. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 22 Jul 03:46 PDT kMax Battery earns ICAST 2026 Best of Show Honors kMax Battery earns ICAST 2026 Best of Show Honors Serving as the power source for ePropulsion's new kMax electric propulsion platform ePropulsion Americas announce that its new kMax Battery has been named a 2026 ICAST New Product Showcase "Best of Show" Category Winner in the Energy Category, recognizing the battery's innovative design and performance for kayak anglers. by ePropulsion Posted 22 Jul 02:46 PDT Seawind Catamarans First Annual European Open Days Seawind Catamarans First Annual European Open Days Guests, industry partners and sailing enthusiasts welcomed to state-of-the-art Izmir facility Seawind Catamarans welcomed guests, industry partners, and sailing enthusiasts from across Europe to its state-of-the-art production facility in Izmir for the inaugural European Open Days. by Nhi Thi Lu Pham Posted 22 Jul 01:25 PDT Klaipeda ORC Europeans 2026 to set a new benchmark Klaipeda ORC Europeans 2026 to set a new benchmark Organisers are targeting the highest Clean Regattas Platinum certification The Klaipeda ORC European Championship 2026, taking place in Lithuania for the first time this August, is aiming to achieve the highest Platinum certification under the internationally recognised Clean Regattas sustainability programme. by Offshore Racing Congress Posted 21 Jul 07:33 PDT Oceanis 42, French legacy under sail Oceanis 42, French legacy under sail With the Oceanis 42, BENETEAU opens a new chapter in the strategic 40-foot segment. To mark its 40th anniversary, the Oceanis range reaffirms its commitment to the French craftsmanship that has shaped its identity since its inception. by Beneteau Group Posted 21 Jul 06:16 PDT Tartan Yachts introduces the all-new Tartan 27 Tartan Yachts introduces the all-new Tartan 27 An American icon returns—reimagined for a new generation of sailors Tartan Yachts is proud to unveil the reimagined Tartan 27 cruising yacht, marking the return of the model that first introduced generations of sailors to the brand. by Tartan Yachts Posted 21 Jul 06:13 PDT World Cat™ announces leadership promotions World Cat™ announces leadership promotions Vann Knight has been promoted to President of World Cat Boats World Cat™ announced that Vann Knight has been promoted to President of World Cat Boats. Knight, who joined World Cat in 2018 and most recently served as the Chief Operating Officer, will oversee the day-to-day operations. by World Cat Boats Posted 21 Jul 06:03 PDT LCI Industries appoints Robert Hureau to Board LCI Industries appoints Robert Hureau to Board He has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Alamo Group Inc. LCI Industries today announced the appointment of Robert Hureau to the Company's Board of Directors as an additional independent director. Mr. Hureau will serve on the Audit Committee, the Risk Committee, and the Compensation and Human Capital Committee. by Lippert Posted 20 Jul 11:06 PDT Sea Tow Foundation welcomes 7 new members to BSAC Sea Tow Foundation welcomes 7 new members to BSAC Leaders in boating education, communications, and marine safety to support the Foundation's mission The Sea Tow Foundation™, a national non-profit dedicated to reducing boating-related accidents and fatalities, is proud to announce the addition of seven new members to its Boating Safety Advisory Council. by Sea Tow Foundation Posted 20 Jul 07:56 PDT Nimbus Group Interim report 2026 Nimbus Group Interim report 2026 Significant events during the second quarter of 2026 Nimbus Group received its first order for the MSMB200 workboat from the Swedish Armed Forces. The order value amounts to approximately SEK 260 million, with deliveries expected to commence in January 2027 and continue over a period of 36 months. by Nimbus Group Posted 18 Jul 03:39 PDT NMMA applauds congressional action on WRDA 2026 NMMA applauds congressional action on WRDA 2026 The bipartisan House bill was approved by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee The House and Senate have advanced their respective versions of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2026. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 17 Jul 10:24 PDT New floating fuel dock at Pier Sixty-Six Marina New floating fuel dock at Pier Sixty-Six Marina Delivered by SF Marina Systems in Fort Launderdale SF Marina Systems has delivered a new floating concrete fuel dock at Pier Sixty-Six Marina in Fort Lauderdale, providing a modern, high-capacity solution designed to support today's larger yachts while enhancing operational efficiency. by SF Marina Posted 16 Jul 10:32 PDT IBEX 2026 expands educational programming IBEX 2026 expands educational programming With new learning opportunities and industry collaboration The IBEX announced today a bold, expanded schedule of educational programming for its October 2026 event, bringing together more learning opportunities, more industry collaboration, and more future-focused content than ever before. by IBEX Posted 15 Jul 08:05 PDT Mixed sales data from latest industry association Mixed sales data from latest industry association A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, featuring data through April 2026, shows the recreational boating market continues to navigate elevated interest rates and cautious consumer sentiment. by Peter Rendle Posted 15 Jul 08:00 PDT Stop the spread of aquatic invasive species Stop the spread of aquatic invasive species One of the most significant threats to sportfishing Aquatic invasive species pose one of the most significant threats to sportfishing. From invasive Asian carp to zebra and quagga mussels to sea lamprey, AIS damage fish habitat, harm recreational fisheries and result in lost fishing and boating access. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 15 Jul 05:32 PDT Dan-Bunkering joins African Boating Conference Dan-Bunkering joins African Boating Conference Specialisation in the African maritime market for over 40 years The African Boating Conference announces global marine fuel solutions company Dan-Bunkering as an official sponsor of the 2026 conference. The sponsorship reflects Dan-Bunkering's commitment to supporting the growth of Africa's superyacht industry. by African Boating Conference Posted 15 Jul 04:22 PDT Teledyne announces expanded CMOR Nex Gen Chart Teledyne announces expanded CMOR Nex Gen Chart Offering high-resolution mapping for Florida Waterways Teledyne Raymarine, marine first-responder and law-enforcement markets - announced today it has expanded its access to new CMOR NEX GEN all-in-one seafloor and navigational charts to include full coverage for the entire state of Florida. by Teledyne Posted 14 Jul 11:42 PDT NMMA launches waterways access initiative NMMA launches waterways access initiative To protect America's boating and fishing future NMMA launched this week the Waterways Access Initiative, a multi-year advocacy campaign focused on protecting and expanding access to America's public waters. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 14 Jul 07:15 PDT