Importers assisted to enter US boating market Importers assisted to enter US boating market A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America IBEX and Metstrade have partnered with the National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) and the Marine Marketers of America (MMA) to launch a new export-focused program designed to help international companies enter the U.S. leisure marine market. by Peter Rendle Posted 3 Jun 08:00 PDT Confindustria Nautica joins 60th ICOMIA Congress Confindustria Nautica joins 60th ICOMIA Congress Confindustria Nautica took part in the meetings of the main technical working groups. The 60th Congress held by ICOMIA, the International Council of Marine Industry Associations, came to a close on Thursday 28 May in Washington D.C.; this year's event was organised by the American trade association NMMA. by Confindustria Nautica Posted 3 Jun 05:56 PDT B&G Powers New Jon Buoy Smart Release System B&G Powers New Jon Buoy Smart Release System Life-saving breakthrough in partnership with Ocean Safety B&G has partnered with Ocean Safety to bring to market a breakthrough in man-overboard (MOB) response technology: the Jon Buoy Smart Release, the first ever Ocean Safety product to integrate directly with a vessel's navigation system. by B&G Posted 3 Jun 01:00 PDT Whitman Barnes named President of Parker Boats Whitman Barnes named President of Parker Boats Bringing a strong combination of strategic vision and financial leadership to the role Parker Boats announced that Whitman Barnes has officially assumed the role of President. Whitman succeeds Scott Bauer, building on his impactful leadership and service to the company. by Parker Boats Posted 2 Jun 07:19 PDT Powerboats USA appointed official Manari dealer Powerboats USA appointed official Manari dealer The partnership marks an important for the brand in the United States Manari Yachts has appointed Powerboats USA as its official dealer in the United States, strengthening the brand's presence in one of the world's most dynamic yachting markets. by Manari Yachts Posted 2 Jun 05:13 PDT PORT 32 Tampa unveils new floating docks PORT 32 Tampa unveils new floating docks New 50-60ft floating slips featuring wave attenuator tech, full electrical service, and water access PORT 32 Marinas, LLC (PORT 32) announced the addition of new floating docks at PORT 32 Tampa, with 50-foot and 60-foot floating slips now available for immediate lease. by PORT 32 Marinas Posted 31 May 07:56 PDT Palm Beach Motor Yachts reveals the new GT50 RS Palm Beach Motor Yachts reveals the new GT50 RS Redefining the outboard category by combining performance with refined comfort Performance has always been central to the DNA of PBMY. Now, the company is taking that philosophy to a new level with the launch of the first Palm Beach GT50 RS, a yacht that combines exhilarating outboard-powered performance with the refinement. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 30 May 10:00 PDT ROCKWOOL Racing Denmark SailGP Team appoints CCO ROCKWOOL Racing Denmark SailGP Team appoints CCO Dan Ritchie brings more than a decade of experience across Formula 1 and the English Premier League The American Magic-owned ROCKWOOL Racing Denmark SailGP Team has appointed Dan Ritchie as Chief Commercial Officer, strengthening the team's commercial leadership as SailGP continues its rapid international growth. by American Magic Posted 29 May 07:34 PDT Island Yacht Management & Sales expands operations Island Yacht Management & Sales expands operations With acquisition of Captain Bill's Marina in Bayshore Island Yacht Management & Sales is proud to announce the acquisition and management transition of Captain Bill's Marina, marking an exciting new chapter for one of the South Shore's most well-known waterfront properties. by Island Yacht Management & Sales Posted 29 May 06:23 PDT Ocean Scout Pro II Thermal Monocular Ocean Scout Pro II Thermal Monocular Designed by FLIR for Marine Law Enforcement and First Responders FLIR Marine, a Teledyne Technologies (NYSE: TDY) company, has announced the launch of Ocean Scout Pro II, a next-generation handheld thermal imaging monocular engineered for professional mariners, marine law enforcement professionals and first responders. by FLIR Systems Posted 28 May 22:16 PDT Superyacht Design & Naval Architecture Association Superyacht Design & Naval Architecture Association Launches at the 2026 Blue Design Summit In the early days of yacht design, naval architects often worked to a simple rule - if it looks right, it is right. A century later, superyacht design and naval architecture has evolved beyond measure. by SYDNA Posted 28 May 03:15 PDT Global exposure of boating across 28 countries Global exposure of boating across 28 countries A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America World Boating Day 2026 concluded last weekend in spectacular style, bringing together 28 countries across 143 events in a global celebration of life on the water. by Peter Rendle Posted 27 May 09:00 PDT IBEX and Metstrade partner with NMRA and MMA IBEX and Metstrade partner with NMRA and MMA a new export-focused program to help international companies enter the U.S. leisure marine market IBEX and Metstrade have partnered with the National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) and the Marine Marketers of America (MMA) to launch a new export-focused program designed to help international companies enter the U.S. leisure marine market. by Metstrade Posted 27 May 08:48 PDT Tell NOAA to modernize outdated vessel speed rule Tell NOAA to modernize outdated vessel speed rule The proposal would have created serious consequences for the sportfishing community In 2022, NOAA proposed a sweeping expansion of the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Speed Rule that would have forced many small recreational boats along the East Coast to travel at just 10 knots for up to seven months out of the year. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 27 May 08:18 PDT Record-breaking World Boating Day Record-breaking World Boating Day Third edition of the global celebration of sailing World Boating Day 2026 concluded last weekend in spectacular style, bringing together 28 countries across 143 events in a global celebration of life on the water. by World Boating Day Posted 26 May 22:33 PDT Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support safe growth Pantaenius joins ABC 2026 to support safe growth Importance of risk management is becoming central to sustainable growth of region's marine economy The African Boating Conference is proud to welcome Pantaenius as an official sponsor for ABC 2026, taking place on 20-21 October at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. by African Boating Conference Posted 26 May 04:07 PDT Mikael Mårtensson appointed CFO of Nimbus Group Mikael Mårtensson appointed CFO of Nimbus Group More than 25 years of experience in senior finance and CFO roles Nimbus Group has appointed Mikael Mårtensson as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), with a start date later this year, but no later than December 1, 2026. Mårtensson will succeed Christian Johansson, who is currently serving as interim CFO of Nimbus Group. by Nimbus Group Posted 26 May 03:04 PDT Scouting America & Sea Scouts at World Sailing Day Scouting America & Sea Scouts at World Sailing Day Youth maritime engagement helps strengthen the future of sailing and the wider marine sector With just days remaining until the World Sailing Day, participation continue to expand internationally across yacht clubs, sailing schools, marinas, museums, marine businesses and now increasingly among youth sailing and maritime organizations. by World Sailing Day Posted 23 May 07:35 PDT Things to do at Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival Things to do at Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival A day of maritime heritage, discovery, live music, food, drinks and family fun awaits More than a boat show, the Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival returns as an immersive waterfront celebration where maritime heritage, craftsmanship, music and family-friendly experiences come together in one unforgettable weekend. by Emily O'Connell Posted 23 May 07:10 PDT Deadline approaching to speak at national summit Deadline approaching to speak at national summit On abandoned boats and boating debris If you've worked on removing abandoned vessels, developing recycling solutions for fiberglass or shrinkwrap, or building programs to prevent boating-related debris, the BoatUS Foundation wants to hear from you. by Bradley Weaver Posted 21 May 10:10 PDT