PINEBS sets new attendance record PINEBS sets new attendance record PINEBS wrapped its nine-day run on Sunday Exhibitors reported very strong sales and interest, with many expressing it was one of their best shows yet, exceeding sales from last year's Show. Additionally, many commented on the strong quality of attendees and interested buyers. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 21 Feb 06:13 PST The expired marine flare disposal problem The expired marine flare disposal problem A system of safe disposal for expired marine flares Maine state representative Joyce “Jay” McCreight, Maine House District 51, has introduced an act that would establish and promote a system of safe disposal for expired marine flares, potentially solving an age-old disposal issue by Scott Croft Posted 21 Feb 05:02 PST Ending retaliatory tariffs with USMCA ratification Ending retaliatory tariffs with USMCA ratification Trade war is having a negative effect on the uniquely American recreational boating industry During numerous board meetings, roundtables and other industry gatherings we worked together to tackle some of our top concerns. And, global trade and tariffs were at the top of the list in every meeting. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 21 Feb 03:29 PST Record number of engines on display Record number of engines on display Mercury Marine has once again seen its saltwater presence grow Mercury saw its presence in Miami increase by almost 200 outboard engines at the show or an increase of seven percent from 2018. In addition, Mercury recorded more outboard engines on display in Miami than any other outboard manufacturer. by Lee Gordon Posted 20 Feb 12:53 PST New Powerboat Registrations up 4.2 percent in 2018 New Powerboat Registrations up 4.2 percent in 2018 Tow boats and personal watercraft remained growth leaders NMMA's latest New Powerboat Registrations Report shows new powerboat registrations were up 4.2 percent in 2018 compared to 2017. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 20 Feb 08:28 PST Boston Whaler takes home big honors Boston Whaler takes home big honors Receiving several notable industry awards at the Miami International Boat Show Boston Whaler received several notable industry awards during this year's Miami International Boat Show, earning recognition for product innovation, customer satisfaction and marketing excellence. by Boston Whaler Posted 20 Feb 07:41 PST Raceix partners with Beneteau Raceix partners with Beneteau To bring game-changing technology to boaters BENETEAU, has announced a Development Partnership Agreement (DPA) with Irish marine technology company Raceix at the Miami International Boat Show. by Beneteau Posted 20 Feb 04:44 PST New CEO of the Bavaria Yachts Group appointed New CEO of the Bavaria Yachts Group appointed Michael Müller is now taking on an additional role Following his three-month tenure as Managing Director for Sales and Marketing, Michael Müller is now taking on an additional role: He has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is responsible for the activities of the entire group by Bavaria Yachts Posted 20 Feb 03:45 PST Groupe Beneteau unveils its first motor foiler Groupe Beneteau unveils its first motor foiler A new innovation, unveiling its concept foiling motor yacht It took just nine months for the teams from Groupe Beneteau, working closely with the best partners in France, to conceive, design, develop and build this next-generation flying boat. by Beneteau Group Posted 19 Feb 04:08 PST 2019 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Leadership Award 2019 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Leadership Award The NMMA honor John Thommen, Founder & CEO of Ocean Marketing, Inc. The NMMA today honored John Thommen, Founder and CEO, Ocean Marketing, Inc., with the 2019 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Leadership Award, which recognizes individuals who've made outstanding contributions to the marine accessories industry through leadership by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 18 Feb 19:19 PST Larson Electronics releases 18W LED Boat Light Bar Larson Electronics releases 18W LED Boat Light Bar 1,400 lumens, 10-30V DC, IP67 waterproof rated Larson Electronics, a Texas-based company with over 40 years of experience spearheading the industrial lighting sector, announced the release of an 18-watt LED boat light bar for use on a variety of boat types. by Rob Bresnahan Posted 16 Feb 14:28 PST Fusion extends Signature Series Amplifier range Fusion extends Signature Series Amplifier range To enhance on board audio experience Fusion®, a worldwide leader in marine audio entertainment, announced today the release of two new additions to its industry-leading range of marine audio entertainment products, the Signature Series six- and eight-channel class-D marine amplifiers. by Andrew Golden Posted 16 Feb 00:38 PST Evinrude announces $2M engine donation to ABYC Evinrude announces $2M engine donation to ABYC To combat industry-wide technician shortage Evinrude, the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and the National Marine Distributors Association (NMDA) announced today that Evinrude will donate two million dollars' worth of Evinrude ETEC G2 3.4L V6 outboard engines by Rus Graham Posted 15 Feb 07:29 PST 2018 Neptune Awards winners 2018 Neptune Awards winners Announed by the Marine Marketers of America Marine Marketers of America (MMA) today announced the winners of its 2018 Neptune Awards for Marine Marketing Excellence during the Miami International Boat Show. by Sally Helme Posted 15 Feb 05:23 PST Cox Powertrain's Florida distributor announced Cox Powertrain's Florida distributor announced One of the region's chief Caterpillar dealers Ring Power Corporation, one of Florida's largest maritime propulsion specialists and one of the region's chief Caterpillar dealers, was today announced as Cox Powertrain's exclusive distributor for Florida. by Saltwater Stone Posted 15 Feb 04:35 PST Mercury Marine unveils electronic controls Mercury Marine unveils electronic controls Making the operation easier and more precise At the launch of the Miami International Boat Show, Mercury Marine, the world leader in marine propulsion, introduced a new suite of technological solutions for controlling five- and six-engine arrays of outboard boat engines. by Lee Gordon Posted 15 Feb 04:12 PST Mercury Marine launches 400hp Verado engine Mercury Marine launches 400hp Verado engine The company's highest horsepower Verado branded outboard engine Since the launch of the 350hp Verado and the Mercury Racing 400R four years ago, consumers have been requesting a higher horsepower Verado engine, and today, boaters around the world will have the opportunity to repower. by Lee Gordon Posted 14 Feb 07:40 PST Bellingham Marine CEO will retire at end of 2019 Bellingham Marine CEO will retire at end of 2019 A transition plan is in place. Owner and Chairman, Joe Ueberroth, will assume the title of CEO Everett Babbitt, Bellingham Marine CEO, has announced his retirement effective December 31, 2019. Following his retirement, he will continue to serve as a Director of the company. by Roxie Comstock Posted 14 Feb 06:02 PST Twin Disc sells Mill Log Twin Disc sells Mill Log To Palmer Johnson Power Systems Twin Disc, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWIN), a global leader in power transmission technology for marine and land-based applications, announced that effective March 4, 2019, Palmer Johnson Power Systems will acquire Twin Disc's distribution rights to sell and service by Martin Flory Group Posted 14 Feb 05:40 PST Progressive Insurance St. Louis Boat & Sportshow Progressive Insurance St. Louis Boat & Sportshow Attendance was up 4% from 2018 attendance Attendance was up 4% from 2018 attendance, and up 3% from the three year average of 22,508. Traffic was steady throughout the show, even with a closing day ice storm, with several exhibitors reporting increased sales over previous years. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 14 Feb 04:51 PST