Despite conflicts focus is on industry growth Despite conflicts focus is on industry growth A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, there is renewed momentum to invest in America's infrastructure and celebrate the outdoor experiences that connect families and communities. by Peter Rendle Posted 4 Mar 08:00 PST Oi26 to unveil solutions shaping ocean's future Oi26 to unveil solutions shaping ocean's future The largest Oceanology International in history will host over 150 new launches at Excel London Offering the world an unrivalled glimpse into the evolution of the ocean enterprise, Oceanology International 2026 (Oi26) will showcase the future in action for visitors and attendees at Excel London. by Saltwater Communications Posted 4 Mar 02:51 PST Landmark Study by The Magenta Project Landmark Study by The Magenta Project Two-Thirds Report Discrimination across sailing and the Marine Industry The Magenta Project, in collaboration with 11th Hour Racing and World Sailing, has today released the results of the 2x25 Review. by The Magenta Project Posted 4 Mar 01:35 PST Mercury Marine expands operations in Florida Mercury Marine expands operations in Florida Creating new jobs with Plant 7 ribbon cutting in Florida Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), celebrated the expansion of its Plant 7 manufacturing facility in St. Cloud, Florida, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. by Mercury Marine Posted 3 Mar 14:30 PST Aquila grows in the Sail market Aquila grows in the Sail market Adding eight new dealers representing its sailing segment Following the recent launch of its first sailboat, Aquila Catamarans has added eight new dealers representing its sailing segment. These join Aquila's expansive network of over 100 dealers across the world. by Aquila Posted 3 Mar 09:09 PST Senators show support for Atlantic Red Snapper EFP Senators show support for Atlantic Red Snapper EFP EFP proposals would allow for state data collection and red snapper recreational harvest seasons U.S. Senators Ashley Moody (R-FL), Rick Scott (R-FL), Ted Budd (R-NC), and Lindsay Graham (R-SC) sent a letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick strongly encouraging the approval of the Atlantic red snapper Exempted Fishing Permit applications. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 3 Mar 07:33 PST ePropulsion honored with NMMA Innovation Award ePropulsion honored with NMMA Innovation Award Spirit 2 wins at the 2026 Miami International Boat Show ePropulsion Americas announced that its latest electric outboard, Spirit 2, has won the prestigious Innovation Award in the Alternative Propulsion category at the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show. by ePropulsion Posted 2 Mar 14:41 PST Vision Marine reports 167% trip growth in Ventura Vision Marine reports 167% trip growth in Ventura 84% revenue growth as WestCoast expansion advances Vision Marine Technologies Inc. today reported strong year-over-year growth at its Portside Ventura, California rental location and announced the execution of a slip expansion lease to support continued West Coast scaling. by Vision Marine Technologies Posted 2 Mar 11:28 PST Malibu Boats, Inc. acquires Saxdor Yachts Malibu Boats, Inc. acquires Saxdor Yachts Award-winning Scandinavian innovator is redefining premium boating Malibu Boats today announced that it has acquired Saxdor Yachts for approximately EUR 150 million (USD $175 million), representing a valuation of approximately 7.2x estimated EBITDA1 for the twelve months ending March 31, 2026. by Malibu Boats, Inc Posted 2 Mar 11:16 PST March 2026 high tide flooding predictions March 2026 high tide flooding predictions Harbors and communities across the United States can expect a month of benign conditions After one of the most severe winters in recent years, March will bless harbors and communities across the United States with a month of benign conditions, at least as they relate to so-called "sunny day" flooding. by US Harbors Posted 2 Mar 08:40 PST LCI Industries declares quarterly cash dividend LCI Industries declares quarterly cash dividend The dividend is payable on March 27, 2026 LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII), a leading supplier of engineered components to the recreation and transportation markets, announced that its Board of Directors approved a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.15 per share of common stock. by Lippert Posted 27 Feb 15:58 PST MasterCraft expands to Turks & Caicos MasterCraft expands to Turks & Caicos Naming Yellow Sun Marine as exclusive, authorized dealer Customers can now enjoy MasterCraft towboats with certified sales, service, and on-water demos in the Caribbean's premier boating destination. by MasterCraft Posted 27 Feb 06:37 PST GOST partners with Canyon Runner GOST partners with Canyon Runner To bring customers access to enhanced mapping and weather data GOST ® (Global Ocean Security Technologies), a world leader in marine security, tracking, monitoring and video surveillance systems, announced that it has partnered with fleet-integrated charting and navigational leader Canyon Runner® by GOST Posted 27 Feb 05:04 PST SailGP announces sports trading category partner SailGP announces sports trading category partner A significant milestone in the league's commercial growth SailGP has announced its first official sports trading category partnership, marking a significant milestone in the league's commercial growth and expanding how fans engage with the global sail racing championship. by SailGP Posted 26 Feb 21:53 PST Bennington Pontoons receives 24th NMMA CSI Award Bennington Pontoons receives 24th NMMA CSI Award The customer experience remains the number one focus across the teams at Bennington Bennington, North America's leading manufacturer of luxury pontoon boats, announced that it has again been recognized for a National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award. by Bennington Posted 26 Feb 13:10 PST Bay Rider Boats introduces all-new 2260FS Bay Rider Boats introduces all-new 2260FS The second new model introduction in its skiff line-up in less than a year Bay Rider Boats - An independent boatbuilder with a more than 50-year history in producing inshore/offshore bay boats, skiffs, and center consoles - debuted its all-new 2260FS Skiff as an early introduction for the 2027MY. by Bay Rider Boats Posted 26 Feb 08:28 PST iNav4U expands into Norway iNav4U expands into Norway Canadian Marine Tech establishes European operations iNav4U today announced the launch of its Nordic subsidiary, iNav4U Nordic AS, based in Norway, marking the company's formal expansion into the broader Scandinavian market and establishing its operational footprint across North America and Europe. by iNav4u Posted 26 Feb 06:50 PST U.S. Consumer confidence rises modestly U.S. Consumer confidence rises modestly The overall index edged up 2.2 points to 91.2 in February The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index February reading offered a mixed but instructive snapshot of the American consumer. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 26 Feb 06:33 PST Avikus NEUBOAT Control receives Innovation Award Avikus NEUBOAT Control receives Innovation Award At the 2026 Miami International Boat Show Avikus, HD Hyundai's specialized Autonomous Navigation Technology subsidiary, announced its newest evolution in its NEUBOAT autonomous vessel system, NEUBOAT Control, has been awarded the 2026 Miami International Boat Show Innovation Award. by Avikus Posted 25 Feb 16:56 PST NMMA welcomes pro-growth policies NMMA welcomes pro-growth policies Highlighted in State of the Union address As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, there is renewed momentum to invest in America's infrastructure and celebrate the outdoor experiences that connect families and communities. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 25 Feb 16:26 PST