DAME Awards special mention for Scanstrut DAME Awards special mention for ScanstrutWe speak to Grant Fox about Scanstrut's new productsAt the METS 2018 marine trade fair we spoke to Grant Fox, Marketing Manager at Scanstrut, who were nominated at this year's show for a DAME award, and received a special mention in the design category for their wireless charging products. by Mark Jardine Posted 14 Nov 04:00 PST ACR Electronics AISLink CB2 Class B Transponder ACR Electronics AISLink CB2 Class B TransponderIncreasing visibility and aiding collision-avoidance in areas of high trafficACR Electronics, Inc., a manufacturer of life-saving distress beacons and survival equipment, has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of the AISLink CB2 Class B AIS Transponder.by Mikele D'Arcangelo Posted 13 Nov 21:50 PST New Zhik ECO Wetsuits achieve Special Mention New Zhik ECO Wetsuits achieve Special MentionDame Awards recognise Zhik's innovations for third year in a rowThe new Zhik ECO Wetsuit received a Special Mention today at the METS DAME awards, recognising Zhik's innovations in technical sailing apparel for the third year in a row. by Liz Rushall Posted 13 Nov 11:07 PST Siren Marine partnership with American Magic Siren Marine partnership with American MagicThe U.S. Challenger for the 36th America's CupSiren Marine and New York Yacht Club American Magic, the U.S. Challenger for the 36th America's Cup, are pleased to announce that Siren Marine has been selected as the Official Connected Boat® Supplier to American Magic.by Siren Marine Posted 13 Nov 06:11 PST AISLink CA2 Class A transponder by ACR Electronics AISLink CA2 Class A transponder by ACR ElectronicsDeveloped to meet the requirements of global AIS mandatesThe commercial standard system offers powerful and frequent transmission of AIS information for the exchange of dynamic and static ship data with other AIS systems, significantly aiding collision-avoidance and improving safety for vessels.by Saltwater Stone Posted 13 Nov 02:24 PST Wessex Resins producing bio-based ENTROPY RESINS Wessex Resins producing bio-based ENTROPY RESINSFor the European, Middle Eastern, African, Turkish, and Indian marketsWessex Resins is delighted to announce it is now manufacturing ENTROPY RESINS, under license from Gougeon Brothers, Inc., for the European, Middle Eastern, African, Turkish, and Indian markets.by Zella Compton Posted 13 Nov 01:00 PST Yanmar launches 4LV sterndrive models Yanmar launches 4LV sterndrive modelsThe new 150 to 250 mhp five-engine range combines with the Yanmar ZT370 sterndriveYanmar Marine International is launching a full line-up of 4LV sterndrive marine diesel engine models to complete its highly-acclaimed 4LV series of ultra-refined common rail (CR) engines.by Saltwater Stone Posted 12 Nov 23:05 PST Vetus launches smart-controlled bow pro thrusters Vetus launches smart-controlled bow pro thrustersFor fully-proportional control for vessels up to 80ftIncorporating an in-house-engineered intelligent motor controller, the new upgraded fully-proportional brushless models deliver all the remarkable features of the BOW PRO series with an added boost function to make life easier for even more boat owners.by Saltwater Stone Posted 12 Nov 22:52 PST Fusion launches all-weather panel-stereo Fusion launches all-weather panel-stereoLeading manufacturer announces weather proof plug and play solution with bluetooth streamingFUSION®, a worldwide leader in marine audio entertainment, announced today the release of a weather-proof version of all-in-one marine entertainment system – the Panel-Stereo Outdoor.by Fusion Entertainment Posted 11 Nov 07:49 PST Erwin Bamps new CEO for PRESTIGE® Erwin Bamps new CEO for PRESTIGE®Sundance Marine excited to announce Erwin Bamps has joined the teamSundance Marine is excited to announce Erwin Bamps as the new CEO of PRESTIGE® Erwin joined PRESTIGE® on November 1st, 2018, and has joined the team at the Jeanneau-Prestige head office in Les Herbiers.by Laura Lambert Posted 9 Nov 03:08 PST Maiden begins her two-year world tour Maiden begins her two-year world tourRaising awareness and funds for girls' education worldwideMaiden has began her two-year world tour to raise awareness and funds for girls' education around the world, leaving from The Royal Southern Yacht Club in Hamble for the first stopover to be held in India in December 2018.by Libby Mudditt Posted 8 Nov 14:12 PST Vicem Yachts unveils all-new 65 IPS Classic Vicem Yachts unveils all-new 65 IPS ClassicNew model features solid cold-molded construction, west system epoxyThe all-new Vicem 65 IPS Classic, the Turkish-built yacht with classic Down East lines, has been on display at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2018by Vicem Yachts Posted 8 Nov 09:17 PST VesselVanguard selected by yacht management firms VesselVanguard selected by yacht management firmsVesselVanguard selected to enhance servicesVesselVanguard, announced today it has been retained by Lauderdale Marine Services of Fort Lauderdale and Propwash LLC of Clearwater to facilitate the services they provide to their yacht owners.by Andrew Golden Posted 8 Nov 07:49 PST Boston Whaler® enjoys record year at FLIBS Boston Whaler® enjoys record year at FLIBSA huge splash at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat ShowBoston Whaler made a huge splash at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Oct. 31 - Nov. 4, with 22 models on display across two locations, including three boats making their Fort Lauderdale debut.by Boston Whaler Posted 8 Nov 05:17 PST METSTRADE Show sets to be largest to date METSTRADE Show sets to be largest to dateNearly 1600 exhibitors from 50 different countries will be joined by thousands of visitorsAs the largest B2B event for the leisure marine sector prepares to open its doors next week, the 31st edition of the METSTRADE Show is set to be the largest and most inspirational to date.by Sigrid van der Wel, METSTRADE Posted 8 Nov 02:04 PST 100 years: From farm yard to global powerhouse 100 years: From farm yard to global powerhouseJohn H. Batten was born into the Twin Disc businessJohn H. Batten was born into the Twin Disc business; the fourth generation in a company founded by his great-grandfather in his hometown of Racine, Wisconsin.by Jeni Bone Posted 7 Nov 21:46 PST Air-Dryr protects from rust, mold & mildew Air-Dryr protects from rust, mold & mildewMoisture is insidiousMoisture is insidious. Even trace amounts can cause rust, mold and mildew to set in. The result can be anything from a blemish to the complete loss of an item.by Martin Flory Group Posted 6 Nov 16:27 PST Gold Level Clean Regattas Certification Gold Level Clean Regattas CertificationFor the Newport Bermuda RaceThe Bermuda Race Organizing Committee is proud to announce the race has earned gold-level certification from Sailors for the Sea's Clean Regattas program, a race of its own aimed at restoring ocean health.by John Burnham Posted 6 Nov 07:41 PST Zhik appoints Sales Manager Americas Zhik appoints Sales Manager AmericasJerry Richards has been appointed to the roleFormer UK Olympic sailor and top yacht racer, Jerry Richards has been appointed as Sales Manager Americas for Zhik. Starting his role on January 1st 2019, Jerry will lead Zhik's sales expansion in the USA, South America and Canada.by Liz Rushall Posted 6 Nov 04:09 PST Coast Guard Foundation provides relief to members Coast Guard Foundation provides relief to membersAdditional need for Coast Guard Members impacted by Typhoon Yutu expectedThe Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education and welfare of all Coast Guard members and their families, announced today it has disbursed $220,000 to assist Coast Guard members and their familiesby Rus Graham Posted 6 Nov 03:09 PST