Northrop & Johnson welcomes Elvis Sipe Northrop & Johnson welcomes Elvis Sipe The Yacht Broker will be based in the company's Fort Lauderdale office Northrop & Johnson is pleased to announce the addition of Elvis Sipe to its team as Yacht Broker, based in the company's Fort Lauderdale office. by Northrop & Johnson Posted 6 Aug 06:12 PDT IBEX offers Continuing Education credits IBEX offers Continuing Education credits Offering eight state-approved seminars worth up to 16 CE hours during IBEX For the first time, Florida licensed insurance professionals can earn Continuing Education (CE) credit at North America's largest technical conference for the recreational marine industry. by IBEX Posted 5 Aug 04:10 PDT Apply now for the National Boating Safety Awards Apply now for the National Boating Safety Awards The Sea Tow Foundation™ unveils 9 new categories in 2026 The Sea Tow Foundation™, a national non-profit dedicated to reducing boating-related accidents and fatalities, in partnership with its Boating Safety Advisory Council, is now accepting applications for the 2026 National Boating Safety Awards. by Sea Tow Foundation Posted 5 Aug 02:11 PDT Financial caution reflected according to reports Financial caution reflected according to reports A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Consumer confidence declined modestly in July, reflecting continued caution among Americans even as planned purchases suggest household spending intentions remain resilient. by Peter Rendle Posted 5 Aug 01:06 PDT Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter Innovation never stands still Behind every luxury motor yacht is a dedicated team continually refining designs, improving manufacturing processes and embracing new technologies to enhance performance, comfort and durability. by Maritimo Posted 4 Aug 15:08 PDT 2026 Special Report on Fishing 2026 Special Report on Fishing First decline in fishing participation since 2021 Last week, ASA announced the results of the 2026 Special Report on Fishing. In total, 57 million Americans, roughly 18% of the U.S. population, went fishing in 2025. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 4 Aug 07:26 PDT August 2026 high tide flooding predictions August 2026 high tide flooding predictions On the West Coast, San Diego and Santa Monica are likely to see high water events Although mean sea level is generally higher in late summer and early fall, due in part to warmer water temperatures and changing weather patterns, only a few U.S. harbors are likely to see flooding this month. by US Harbors Posted 4 Aug 06:33 PDT $6.4M in local spending from College Sailing $6.4M in local spending from College Sailing Economic inpact over 14 years to Southeastern host communities College sailing events hosted across the Southeast over the past 15 years have created an estimated $6.40 million in direct spending by visiting teams in the communities that hosted them, according to research released today. by SAISA Commissioner Posted 3 Aug 10:19 PDT NMTA team attends NMTC Conference NMTA team attends NMTC Conference Bringing together marine trade association leaders and boat show producers NMTA President George Harris, Boat Show Director Katie McPhail, and Director of Communications Karsten McIntosh attended the 53rd Annual National Marine Trades Council (NMTC) Conference in South Lake Tahoe, July 20-23. by Northwest Marine Trade Association Posted 2 Aug 16:26 PDT Seawind Monthly: Meet us in Europe this season Seawind Monthly: Meet us in Europe this season This July, Seawind Europe welcomed sailors to Izmir for an exclusive Open House This July, Seawind Europe welcomed sailors to Izmir for an exclusive Open House, showcasing our factory, service centre and the incredible Aegean coastline. At the centre of it all, were some newly launched Seawind 1170s. by The Seawind Catamarans Team Posted 2 Aug 08:22 PDT U.S. economy grows 1.5% U.S. economy grows 1.5% Down in the first quarter and below economists' expectations U.S. News reports the economy grew at a 1.5% annualized rate in the second quarter, down from 2.1% in the first quarter and below economists' expectations. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 1 Aug 03:37 PDT Grady-White ownership transition draws attention Grady-White ownership transition draws attention Eddie Smith transformed the company into one of the industry's most respected premium boat builders Grady-White Boats has announced that owner Eddie Smith is transferring control of the company to a perpetual purpose trust, an ownership model designed to preserve the company's long-standing commitment to employees, customers, dealers. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Jul 07:10 PDT Scituate Boat Works expands premium offerings Scituate Boat Works expands premium offerings As Bluewater Sportfishing Boats & Honda Marine Dealer Scituate Boat Works, one of New England's premier full-service marine dealerships and service centers, has announced it has been appointed an authorized dealer for Bluewater Sportfishing Boats and Honda Marine. by Scituate Boat Works Posted 31 Jul 07:04 PDT Nordhavn to halt production on Nordhavn 41 and 51 Nordhavn to halt production on Nordhavn 41 and 51 Both models were extremely well-received, particularly the N41 of which there were 44 hulls built After the successful production and delivery of 54 Nordhavn 41 and 51s, Pacific Asian Enterprises (PAE) has decided to halt production at the Istanbul-based Telgeren & Partners Factory, and retire the two models built there. by Nordhavn Posted 31 Jul 04:54 PDT July consumer confidence slips July consumer confidence slips Cost-of-living pressures continue to weigh on sentiment Consumer confidence declined modestly in July, reflecting continued caution among Americans even as planned purchases suggest household spending intentions remain resilient. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 30 Jul 06:14 PDT Dealer Week registration details announced Dealer Week registration details announced A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces that Dealer Week registration is now open. The event is scheduled for December 6-9, at the Tampa Convention Center, Florida. by Peter Rendle Posted 29 Jul 08:00 PDT Sec. 122 tariffs replaced with Sec. 301 tariffs Sec. 122 tariffs replaced with Sec. 301 tariffs This leaves no time gap between the expiration of universal 10% Section 122 tariffs New tariffs of 10% or 12.5%, depending on the country, levied under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, took effect Friday, July 24, 2026, at 12:01 AM ET on most imports from 60 different economies. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 29 Jul 03:44 PDT Boatbuilders unite for rare industry conversation Boatbuilders unite for rare industry conversation South Africa's boatbuilding industry has quietly earned a global reputation For the first time, four of South Africa's foremost boatbuilders will share the stage at the African Boating Conference to discuss the realities of manufacturing world-class vessels, competing in global markets. by African Boating Conference Posted 29 Jul 02:55 PDT Newport for New Products Awards judges named Newport for New Products Awards judges named New boats and products must be submitted by August 1 for awards consideration With the entry deadline quickly approaching, the Newport International Boat Show announced today the judging panel for the 2026 Newport for New Products Awards (NFNP) program. by Newport International Boat Show Posted 28 Jul 10:49 PDT Top honors, offshore journeys and new partnerships Top honors, offshore journeys and new partnerships Palm Beach 85 named Robb Report Best of the Best Palm Beach Motor Yachts continues to build momentum around the world, led by the Palm Beach 85 being named Best Motor Yacht in Robb Report's 2026 Best of the Best Awards. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 28 Jul 10:30 PDT