GranOcean expands global presence GranOcean expands global presence Power catamaran builder reports growth across W-Series deliveries Power catamaran builder reports growth across W-Series deliveries, X-Series yachts in build, and first U.S. show appearance at PBIBS 2026. by GranOcean Posted 31 Jan 08:28 PST New York, Minneapolis Boat Shows encouraging sales New York, Minneapolis Boat Shows encouraging sales Amid challenging external conditions that impacted attendance The Discover Boating® New York Boat Show® took place last weekend amid challenging external conditions that impacted attendance in both markets. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Jan 05:47 PST Hefring's IMAS now available on LightHouse OS Hefring's IMAS now available on LightHouse OS The IMAS Helm serves as an intelligent co-pilot for vessel operators Hefring Marine, a leader in marine artificial intelligence solutions, today announced that its Intelligent Marine Assistance System (IMAS) is now available as an approved integration on Raymarine's LightHouse operating system. by Hefring Marine Posted 30 Jan 03:03 PST Africa Superyacht Working Group momentum builds Africa Superyacht Working Group momentum builds Recently acknowledged by Maritime Review Africa as a 2025 Headliner Established to ensure the inaugural African Boating Conference delivered tangible outcomes rather than conversation alone, the Africa Superyacht Working Group is emerging as a credible force shaping the future of superyacht sector across the continent. by Superyacht Cape Town Posted 30 Jan 02:58 PST Avikus milestone in autonomous vessel operation Avikus milestone in autonomous vessel operation With the launch of NEUBOAT Control Avikus, HD Hyundai's specialized Autonomous Navigation Technology subsidiary, announced today the launch of the next evolution in its NEUBOAT autonomous vessel system, NEUBOAT Control. by Avikus Posted 29 Jan 16:30 PST Caribbean C40 takes shape ahead of global launch Caribbean C40 takes shape ahead of global launch The rebirth of one of Australia's most storied boat brands The latest production development photos of the highly anticipated Caribbean C40 have been released, offering the most detailed look yet at the rebirth of one of Australia's most storied boat brands. by Caribbean Boats Posted 29 Jan 07:49 PST Virgin Islands Boating Expo set for May 2026 Virgin Islands Boating Expo set for May 2026 The Caribbean's bespoke boating exhibition There's no waiting in line at VIBE—only stepping aboard. Returning to IGY's award-winning Yacht Haven Grande Marina on St. Thomas, May 14-16, 2026, for its third year, the VIBE delivers a hands-on, bespoke alternative to the traditional boat show. by Carol Bareuther Posted 28 Jan 10:17 PST The award season is in full swing The award season is in full swing A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The NMMA and Boating Writers International (BWI) announced the winners of the 2026 Minneapolis Innovation Awards, recognizing groundbreaking new consumer marine products, during the Discover Boating Minneapolis Boat Show. by Peter Rendle Posted 28 Jan 08:00 PST IMTRA continues growth IMTRA continues growth With hires of experienced professionals in sales and product management IMTRA, the leading manufacturer and importer of quality solutions and products for the marine, energy and transportation markets, announced today it has made a number of key appointments on the heels of a long-time employee retiring. by IMTRA Posted 27 Jan 22:27 PST A Splash of Colour at boot Düsseldorf 2026 A Splash of Colour at boot Düsseldorf 2026 I was very much looking for things which brighten up a cold and wet January At boot this year I was very much looking for things which brighten up a cold and wet January. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Jan 08:22 PST Brunswick Boat Group Brands recognized with awards Brunswick Boat Group Brands recognized with awards Recognised with some of the marine industry's most respected innovation and performance awards Brunswick Boat Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation, announced that three of its boat brands have received some of the marine industry's most respected innovation and performance awards by Brunswick Corporation Posted 26 Jan 16:57 PST 2026 US Sailing International Safety at Sea Course 2026 US Sailing International Safety at Sea Course Registration is open - reserve your spot today! This course is designed to prepare you for survival offshore in on-the-water emergencies. What you learn may save your life and the lives of others. by Midwest Women's Sailing Conference Posted 26 Jan 08:49 PST Smartgyro integration now available with Raymarine Smartgyro integration now available with Raymarine Experience the latest interactive capabilities at the helm via Axiom chartplotters Smartgyro are delighted to announce that customers can now enjoy the benefit of enhanced system display control and monitoring of their Smartgyro units on compatible Raymarine Axiom chartplotter displays. by Smartgyro Posted 23 Jan 06:44 PST Denison Yachting appoints new VP of Marketing Denison Yachting appoints new VP of Marketing Steven Chapman will focus on advancing the company's marketing strategy Denison Yachting has appointed Steven Chapman as its new Vice President of Marketing, reinforcing the company's commitment to strategic growth, innovation, and brand leadership within the global yachting industry. by Denison Yachting Posted 23 Jan 06:34 PST Minneapolis Innovation Award winners announced Minneapolis Innovation Award winners announced Honoring manufacturers and suppliers who bring new, innovative products to market The NMMA and BWI announced the winners of the 2026 Minneapolis Innovation Awards, recognizing groundbreaking new consumer marine products, during the new Breakfast Briefing and Awards Presentation on January 22. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 22 Jan 14:24 PST Jean-François Rioux inducted into NMMA Canada HOF Jean-François Rioux inducted into NMMA Canada HOF His career in the recreational boating industry spans three decades NMMA Canada recently announced the induction of industry veteran Jean-François Rioux into the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 22 Jan 09:34 PST Ten things to like in FY26 Appropriations Bills Ten things to like in FY26 Appropriations Bills Important policy directives that can have real, on-the-water impacts for the sportfishing industry Last week, the U.S. Senate sent President Trump an appropriations package for Fiscal Year 2026 that includes funding for several federal agencies, including the Department of the Interior and the Commerce Department. by Mike Leonard Posted 22 Jan 09:04 PST MarineMax appoints Brendan Bailey MarineMax appoints Brendan Bailey As GM of MarineMax Dallas and MarineMax Dallas Yacht Center MarineMax is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Bailey as General Manager of MarineMax Dallas and MarineMax Dallas Yacht Center. by MarineMax Posted 22 Jan 08:48 PST Suntex expands North Florida footprint Suntex expands North Florida footprint With acquisition of Two Georges Marina Suntex Marina Investors LLC (Suntex), in partnership with Centerbridge Partners, L.P. and its affiliates, the nation's premier owner and operator of recreational marina properties, announced the acquisition of Two Georges Marina in Shalimar, Florida. by Suntex Marinas Posted 22 Jan 07:53 PST Introducing stabilization technology for pontoons Introducing stabilization technology for pontoons Introduced by Seakeeper Ride and Barletta Boats Boaters can now enjoy a noticeably smoother, more comfortable day on the water thanks to a new partnership between Seakeeper, Inc., the leader in marine motion control, and Barletta Boats, one of North America's fastest-growing pontoon manufacturers. by Seakeeper Ride Posted 22 Jan 06:18 PST