A gathering of maritime legends A gathering of maritime legends Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival brings together shipwrights from iconic maritime institutions This year, the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival brings together shipwrights from some of the world's most iconic maritime institutions—craftspeople who keep the art of wooden boatbuilding alive with skill, heart, and tradition. by Northwest Maritime Posted 7 Aug 11:18 PDT TowBoatUS expands in Louisiana with 3 new ports TowBoatUS expands in Louisiana with 3 new ports TowBoatUS Lafitte, TowBoatUS Venice, TowBoatUS Grand Isle Louisiana grow nationwide towing fleet Professional 24/7 on-water assistance for boaters and anglers on the Mississippi River Delta is now available with the opening of three new TowBoatUS ports. by BoatUS Posted 7 Aug 09:57 PDT Coast Guard heroes to be honored for flood rescues Coast Guard heroes to be honored for flood rescues Texas Salutes the Coast Guard event will recognize crews who saved more than 200. The Coast Guard Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and families all across the country. by Coast Guard Foundation Posted 7 Aug 09:42 PDT Everglades Boats expands dealer network Everglades Boats expands dealer network Welcoming River Valley Power and Sport Everglades Boats is proud to announce the addition of River Valley Power and Sport - Marine to its growing dealer network. by Everglades Boats Posted 7 Aug 06:33 PDT Vaikobi Launches Custom Teamwear Program Vaikobi Launches Custom Teamwear Program To Elevate Team Identity and Performance Vaikobi, the world-renowned brand in performance watersports apparel, is proud to officially launch Vaikobi Custom Teamwear, a bespoke service designed to outfit teams, clubs, and businesses with high-quality, customised technical clothing. by Vaikobi Posted 6 Aug 23:00 PDT Marine Auctions: August Online Auctions Marine Auctions: August Online Auctions Bidding to Start Friday 22 August and will end Thursday 28 August at 2pm AEST Bidding to Start Friday 22 August and will end Thursday 28 August at 2pm AEST. 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Chavez-DeRemer visited NMMA member company Stingray Boats in Hartsville Last week, U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer visited NMMA member company Stingray Boats in Hartsville, South Carolina, for a firsthand look at American marine manufacturing in action. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 5 Aug 16:17 PDT Newport International Boat Show expanded schedule Newport International Boat Show expanded schedule A multitude of new and exciting educational activities and opportunities for attendees The Newport International Boat Show, presented by BankNewport announced today that it will include a multitude of new and exciting educational activities and opportunities for attendees and boating enthusiasts to enjoy. by Newport International Boat Show Posted 5 Aug 15:42 PDT ePropulsion on DuraNautic Boats and Grumman Canoes ePropulsion on DuraNautic Boats and Grumman Canoes Along with its exclusive North American Distributor, Mack Boring & Parts Co. ePropulsion Americas, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today that along with its exclusive North American Distributor, Mack Boring & Parts Co. by ePropulsion Posted 5 Aug 14:04 PDT Latest Boat Building Outlook updated Latest Boat Building Outlook updated NMMA released the latest update to the U.S. Boat-Building Production Index NMMA, in partnership with ITR Economics, has released the latest update to the U.S. Boat-Building Production Index, offering a refined outlook on the trajectory of boat production through 2027. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 5 Aug 09:16 PDT White House trade announcements impacting tariffs White House trade announcements impacting tariffs These changes include modified tariff rates under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ASA is closely monitoring several significant trade developments issued this week by the White House that could affect sportfishing businesses reliant on imported goods. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 4 Aug 16:10 PDT August 2025 high tide flooding predictions August 2025 high tide flooding predictions Higher than normal high tides should be expected on or around the full moon Galveston Bay, Texas, and the Hawaiian Islands don't normally have that much in common, but this month they are the only U.S. locations where high tide flooding is possible. by US Harbors Posted 3 Aug 06:03 PDT White House announces new tariff adjustments White House announces new tariff adjustments What this means for the recreational boating industry Last night, President Trump signed a sweeping Executive Order finalizing modifications to the reciprocal tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), first introduced on April 2. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 1 Aug 14:28 PDT Consumer confidence rises slightly in July Consumer confidence rises slightly in July NMMA continues to monitor consumer sentiment and its implications for marine businesses U.S. consumer confidence showed modest signs of improvement in July, according to the latest report released this week by The Conference Board. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 1 Aug 08:54 PDT Prepare for what's next at MRAA's Dealer Week 2025 Prepare for what's next at MRAA's Dealer Week 2025 MRAA announced the theme of its annual Dealer Week Conference and Expo The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has announced the theme of its annual Dealer Week Conference and Expo: “Prepare for What's Next.” by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 1 Aug 08:42 PDT Trump announces additional tariff actions Trump announces additional tariff actions Including Copper products and Brazil imports Yesterday, President Donald Trump announced additional plans to impose new tariff rates on imports from Brazil and semi-finished and derivative copper products. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Jul 16:35 PDT BoatUS Foundation and NOAA partnership BoatUS Foundation and NOAA partnership To fund the removal of 300+ abandoned derelict vessels In a first-of-its-kind effort across six states and two unincorporated territories, dozens of coastal communities will see a significant investment in removing more than 300 abandoned and derelict vessels (ADVs) from their local waters. by BoatUS Posted 31 Jul 15:18 PDT NMMA Report outlines Canada's 2024 Economic Trends NMMA Report outlines Canada's 2024 Economic Trends The annual Canadian Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract NMMA has released its 2024 Canadian Economic Factoids report offering a detailed look at national economic indicators from 2011 through 2024, now available as part of the annual Canadian Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Jul 10:28 PDT