NMMA Industry reports now available for download NMMA Industry reports now available for download A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The latest report on cruiser, water sport, fishing boat and trailer sales trends, part of NMMA's 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for member download. by Peter Rendle Posted 10 Sep 08:00 PDT Big Weather Gear appointed by Henri-Lloyd in USA Big Weather Gear appointed by Henri-Lloyd in USA A high-profile return to the US market with its new retail partner Henri-Lloyd will be making a high-profile return to the US market with the appointment of Big Weather Gear as its new retail partner. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 10 Sep 07:25 PDT MasterCraft Boat Company expands dealer network MasterCraft Boat Company expands dealer network An international expansion with new dealerships in Mexico and Germany MasterCraft Boat Company, a subsidiary of MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ: MCFT) and the best-selling towboat brand, today announced an international expansion with new dealerships in Mexico and Germany. by MasterCraft Posted 10 Sep 05:38 PDT ePropulsion partners with Gilles Reigner ePropulsion partners with Gilles Reigner The GR63 Eco-Catamaran has been successfully launched ePropulsion, a global leader in electric marine propulsion systems and services, is proud to announce that the GR63 Eco-Catamaran has been successfully launched. by ePropulsion Posted 9 Sep 22:04 PDT Brownell expands leadership team Brownell expands leadership team With addition of VP Matt Duggan Brownell Boat Stands & Equipment announced today the expansion of its leadership team with the addition of Matt Duggan in the role of VP of Sales & Business Development. by Brownell Boat Stands & Equipment Posted 9 Sep 16:50 PDT Avikus launches NEUBOAT Navi Avikus launches NEUBOAT Navi The safest and most reliable collision avoidance and route planning navigation systems Avikus, HD Hyundai's specialized Autonomous Navigation Technology subsidiary, announced today the release of one of the safest and most reliable collision avoidance and route planning navigation systems on the market - NEUBOAT Navi with Control. by Avikus Posted 9 Sep 16:21 PDT U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract The latest report on cruiser, watersport, fishing boat and trailer sales trends The latest report on cruiser, watersport, fishing boat and trailer sales trends, part of NMMA's 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available for member download. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 9 Sep 08:12 PDT Marine Auctions: September Online Auctions Marine Auctions: September Online Auctions The bidding will open on Tuesday 23rd September The bidding for the September Online Auction will Open on Tuesday 23rd September and will close on Monday 29th September 2025. Entries are now being accepted for October's Online Auction. by Marine Auctions Posted 8 Sep 23:25 PDT President Trump signs executive order President Trump signs executive order Most of the impacted products are critical minerals, “bullion-related articles” On September 5, President Trump signed an Executive Order creating and removing exemptions from reciprocal tariffs for certain products. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 8 Sep 16:25 PDT BRP announce Bought Deal Secondary Offering BRP announce Bought Deal Secondary Offering The Offering is expected to close on or about September 12, 2025 The short form base shelf prospectus and preliminary prospectus supplement are, and the final prospectus supplement relating to the secondary offering will be within two business days, accessible through SEDAR+. by BRP Posted 8 Sep 16:13 PDT Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 6 Season 2 Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 6 Season 2 Episode Six - Marco Masia from MAN Distributor, Seapower Episode Six - Marco Masia from MAN Distributor, Seapower, about MAN Marine Diesels, their new MAN V12X, Solé Generators, carbon emissions, IMO Tier III and Euro V, greenwashing, and boat shows. Lots to learn, so strap in for a great time. by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 7 Sep 14:03 PDT Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive world debut Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive world debut Set for the Newport International Boat Show Palm Beach Motor Yachts is thrilled to continue its 30th anniversary celebrations with the world debut of the Palm Beach GT60 Jet Drive model on display at Newport International Boat Show, 11-14 September. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 5 Sep 06:25 PDT FarSounder's web application transforms navigation FarSounder's web application transforms navigation Staying ahead is not just an advantage, it is essential FarSounder, a global leader in 3D Forward Looking Sonar (FLS) technology, continues to push the boundaries of innovation with the release of its new web app with an intuitive user interface (UI). by FarSounder, Inc. Posted 5 Sep 05:27 PDT U.S. Exports and Imports 2024 Report U.S. Exports and Imports 2024 Report Examining recent and historical trade data on the different categories The Boat and Engine Exports and Imports section of NMMA's 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available for member download, with a comprehensive look at marine trade flows and shifts in global demand for American-made products. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 4 Sep 16:19 PDT IBEX 2025 announces judges for Innovation Award IBEX 2025 announces judges for Innovation Award One of the marine industry's most prestigious honors The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America's premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, announced today the esteemed list of judges for the 22nd IBEX Innovation Awards Program. by IBEX Posted 4 Sep 14:45 PDT NMMA launches refueling safety task force NMMA launches refueling safety task force Composed of a diverse group of industry experts NMMA has launched a dedicated task force focused on fuel system inspection education and refueling best practices. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 3 Sep 21:20 PDT Metstrade to accommodate over 1600 exhibitors Metstrade to accommodate over 1600 exhibitors A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Visitor registration is now open for Metstrade (18-20 November), the most influential event in the leisure marine industry, and will be the biggest show to date, with expanded halls, enhanced zones, and over 1,600 exhibitors. by Peter Rendle Posted 3 Sep 10:00 PDT Balance 540 catamaran announced Balance 540 catamaran announced A mid-size bluewater catamaran We made people snap to attention when we launched the first Balance 526 in 2013 by creating a brand-new category in the sailing industry - performance luxury catamarans. by Balance Catamarans Posted 2 Sep 21:34 PDT Appeals court strikes down Reciprocal Tariffs Appeals court strikes down Reciprocal Tariffs The IEEPA tariffs will remain in effect until Oct. 14 Last week, the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit struck down President Trump's use of emergency powers (IEEPA) to impose tariffs by American Sportfishing Association Posted 2 Sep 16:04 PDT The Whiskey Project launches US manufacturing The Whiskey Project launches US manufacturing Expanding NAiAD commercial vessel range in North Carolina The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG), a global leader in high-performance watercraft design and manufacturing, today announced the opening of its new manufacturing facility in Edenton, North Carolina. by The Whiskey Project Group Posted 2 Sep 08:58 PDT