Removal of luxury tax on boats applauded Removal of luxury tax on boats applauded Canada's Budget 2025 includes a commitment to remove the luxury tax on boats Yesterday, it was announced that Canada's Budget 2025 includes a commitment to remove the luxury tax on boats, a failed tax policy that unfairly punished Canadian manufacturers and workers. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 5 Nov 16:03 PST Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter Your first sneak peak at the upcoming all-new S50 Sedan Motor Yacht Your first sneak peak at the upcoming all-new S50 Sedan Motor Yacht. Revealed at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. by Maritimo Posted 5 Nov 14:08 PST Mustang Survival Carries on Blue Friday Initiative Mustang Survival Carries on Blue Friday Initiative Turning the traditional Black Friday shopping period into an opportunity for ocean conservation Mustang Survival, Canadian manufacturer of technical apparel and marine safety equipment, is proud to continue the Blue Friday initiative - a movement that turns the traditional Black Friday shopping period into an opportunity for ocean conservation. by Mustang Survival Posted 5 Nov 09:36 PST 2025 USVI Charter Yacht Show preview 2025 USVI Charter Yacht Show preview This year's show spotlights how a strong visual presence can directly boost charter appeal First impressions sell crewed yacht charters, and in today's visual marketplace, a polished presentation is everything. That's why the 2025 USVI Charter Yacht Show is putting professionalism on display front and center. by Carol Bareuther Posted 5 Nov 08:43 PST Meet the Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Team at METSTRADE Meet the Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Team at METSTRADE The team looks forward to welcoming riggers, chandlers, and yacht yards Kingfisher Yacht Ropes will be exhibiting at METSTRADE 2025 in Amsterdam from 18-20 November. The team looks forward to welcoming riggers, chandlers, and yacht yards to discuss their specific requirements and explore tailored rope solutions. by Kingfisher Yacht Ropes Posted 5 Nov 08:00 PST Reduction in Federal Funds rate Reduction in Federal Funds rate A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America As expected, the Fed cut its target for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points this week, a welcomed move for the recreational boating industry. The reduction will modestly lower financing costs. by Peter Rendle Posted 5 Nov 08:00 PST Sunseeker announces two Senior Appointments Sunseeker announces two Senior Appointments At the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025 Sunseeker has announced two senior leadership appointments during a press briefing at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025, reinforcing the brand's strategic focus on global growth and market expansion. by Sunseeker Posted 4 Nov 22:17 PST Canada and U.S.A. pavilions at Metstrade 2025 Canada and U.S.A. pavilions at Metstrade 2025 An exciting new chapter for North America When Metstrade runs Nov. 18-20 in Amsterdam, the global marine industry will see an exciting new chapter for North America. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 4 Nov 21:58 PST Northrop & Johnson welcomes Mateo Betancurth Northrop & Johnson welcomes Mateo Betancurth As Charter Manager in Fort Lauderdale Northrop & Johnson is pleased to announce the addition of Mateo Betancurth to its global team as Charter Manager, based in the Fort Lauderdale office. by Northrop & Johnson Posted 4 Nov 21:25 PST FLIBS 2025 files Italian colours FLIBS 2025 files Italian colours As Italy's boating industry takes centre stage Riding the wave of a successful 65th edition of the Genoa International Boat Show, the global spotlight is shining once more on Italian excellence at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 2025. by Confindustria Nautica Posted 4 Nov 21:10 PST 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical report 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical report A comprehensive summary of statistics released by the NMMA NMMA's annual U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is a trusted source of comprehensive industry facts and figures. The data presented in the latest 486-page report spans from 2011-2024 outlining industry trends and shifts in market behavior. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 4 Nov 17:08 PST Brunswick Corporation reports solid sales increase Brunswick Corporation reports solid sales increase Another strong performance at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Brunswick Corporation's (NYSE: BC) premium brands delivered another strong performance at the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show with unit sales and revenue increases across all boat brands by Brunswick Corporation Posted 4 Nov 15:14 PST Mixed results from ASMFC Annual Meeting Mixed results from ASMFC Annual Meeting Fisheries managers convened this week in Dewey Beach, DE Fisheries managers convened this week in Dewey Beach, DE, for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Annual Meeting, where decisions will have mixed impacts on the sportfishing industry. by Rob Shane Posted 3 Nov 16:31 PST X-Yachts In-House Boat Show 2025 this weekend X-Yachts In-House Boat Show 2025 this weekend Featuring a full line-up of both cruising and performance yachts The X-Yachts yard in Haderslev opens its doors for a special edition of the In-House Boat Show 2025 — larger and more inspiring than ever. by X-Yachts Posted 3 Nov 04:00 PST Nanny Cay Marina breaks ground Nanny Cay Marina breaks ground In preparation of major expansion project Nanny Cay Marina, the British Virgin Islands premier marina and boatyard, officially broke ground today, Friday, October 31, 2025, heralding a major expansion project. by Nanny Cay Posted 1 Nov 09:15 PDT Introducing Volare Boats & all-electric Artemis23 Introducing Volare Boats & all-electric Artemis23 A bold new standard in luxury day boating A new era of smooth, sustainable, and beautifully functional boating arrives with the launch of Volare Boats, a premium marine brand that delivers a new and better experience on the water. by Volare Boats Posted 1 Nov 08:09 PDT How the Fed's latest rate cut may impact boating How the Fed's latest rate cut may impact boating A welcomed move for the recreational boating industry As expected, the Fed cut its target for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points this week - a welcomed move for the recreational boating industry. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 31 Oct 16:40 PDT Teledyne completes acquisition of TransponderTech Teledyne completes acquisition of TransponderTech The company will market its products and solutions as FLIR TransponderTech Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE: TDY) ("Teledyne") announced today the successful completion of the acquisition of the TransponderTech business from Saab AB. by Teledyne Posted 31 Oct 12:48 PDT Forte Yachts gets US representation Forte Yachts gets US representation Through partnership with Genesis Yachts in Fort Lauderdale Two stalwarts of the yachting world are combining forces to offer an unrivalled service to US customers. Forte Yachts will feature world-renowned Genesis interiors, and both are represented in the US by Genesis Yachts. by Forte Yachts Posted 31 Oct 07:26 PDT Meetings with Indiana Governor Mike Braun Meetings with Indiana Governor Mike Braun And Canadian trade representatives at Smoker Craft, Inc. On October 24, Smoker Craft, Inc. hosted Indiana Governor Mike Braun and representatives from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) for a productive meeting at the company's New Paris, Indiana facility. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 30 Oct 18:29 PDT