Marine Auctions: August Online Auctions Marine Auctions: August Online Auctions Bidding to start on Tuesday 25th August and end on Monday 31st August at 2pm AEST Bidding to start on Tuesday 25th August and will end on Monday 31st August at 2pm AEST. by Marine Auctions Posted 11 Aug 23:01 PDT The Magenta Project Largest Mentoring Graduation The Magenta Project Largest Mentoring Graduation One Year After the 2x25 Review One year after the landmark 2x25 Review revealed the persistent barriers preventing women from progressing across sailing and the wider marine industry, The Magenta Project is celebrating its largest graduating mentoring cohort. by Jaqueline Grawe Posted 11 Aug 22:43 PDT Grand Banks V-WARP Technology® Grand Banks V-WARP Technology® More range, more speed, more freedom Grand Banks V-WARP Technology®, introduced with the Grand Banks 60 in 2017, resolves the long-held trade-off between range and speed. by Grand Banks Posted 11 Aug 22:33 PDT Recreational boating industry marine tech showcase Recreational boating industry marine tech showcase At NCSL Legislative Summit in Chicago The recreational boating industry came together in Chicago, Illinois for a marine technology demonstration held during the NCSL Legislative Summit for an industry-led event focused on the technologies and fuels that will help shape the future of boating. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 11 Aug 09:47 PDT Newport Boat Show helps boaters build skills Newport Boat Show helps boaters build skills With immersive education and on-water learning experience Whether attendees are taking the helm for the first time or looking to sharpen advanced boating skills, the 2026 Newport International Boat Show, presented by BankNewport, will offer one of its most comprehensive educational lineups to date. by Newport International Boat Show Posted 11 Aug 08:34 PDT Brooklyn Bridge Marina innovation showcase Brooklyn Bridge Marina innovation showcase An immersive media event highlighting the future of boating Brooklyn Bridge Marina will host an exclusive marine innovation showcase, welcoming Brunswick Corporation, the world's largest recreational marine technology company, to New York Harbor for an immersive media event highlighting the future of boating. by Brunswick Corporation Posted 11 Aug 07:58 PDT Hawaii enacts legislation to strengthen economy Hawaii enacts legislation to strengthen economy Establishing the Office of Marine Affairs and the Marine Affairs Governing Board Hawaii has taken an important step toward strengthening its marine economy and supporting recreational boating with the enactment of S.B. 2907, signed into law on July 7, 2026. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 8 Aug 10:49 PDT American Boating Congress set for May 17-19, 2027 American Boating Congress set for May 17-19, 2027 ABC is the premier advocacy event to be seen and heard on Capitol Hill and before federal agencies. Mark your calendars: the American Boating Congress (ABC) will take place May 17-19, 2027, in Washington, D.C., bringing the recreational boating industry together for three days of advocacy, engagement, and direct conversations with federal policymakers. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 7 Aug 11:39 PDT LCI Industries reports Q2 financial results LCI Industries reports Q2 financial results Diversification and strong execution drives expanded profitability LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII), a leading supplier of engineered components to the recreation and transportation markets, today reported second quarter 2026 results. by Lippert Posted 6 Aug 10:02 PDT 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