Economic environment affecting U.S. boat sales Economic environment affecting U.S. boat sales A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, covering data through June 2025, shows continued pressure on retail sales as economic uncertainty and elevated borrowing costs weigh on consumer demand. by Peter Rendle Posted 17 Sep 08:00 PDT NMMA report: Powerboat sales decline in 2024 NMMA report: Powerboat sales decline in 2024 In 2024, the U.S. powerboat market recorded nearly 168,000 new unit sales The latest sales trends report for powerboats, part of NMMA's 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, is now available. In 2024, the U.S. powerboat market recorded nearly 168,000 new unit sales. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 16 Sep 10:14 PDT VMAR advances tech-first strategy VMAR advances tech-first strategy Hydrofin partnershipbrings hydrofoil technology to Vision Marine's electric pontoon portfolio Partnership brings patented hydrofoil technology to Vision Marine's electric pontoon portfolio, enhancing efficiency, range, and ride comfort. by Vision Marine Technologies Posted 16 Sep 07:18 PDT Highfield Boats launches new Escape Series RIBs Highfield Boats launches new Escape Series RIBs An all-new line of fiberglass-hull center console RIBS made in the USA Highfield Boats, America's leading RIB brand, is proud to announce the launch the Escape Series, an all-new line of fiberglass-hull center console RIBS made in the USA. by Highfield Boats Posted 13 Sep 08:58 PDT Sailing roles available in Dubai Sailing roles available in Dubai Dubai Offshore Sailing Club is recruiting! Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC), one of the Middle East's most established and internationally recognised Sailing Clubs, is inviting applications for the role of Racing and Events Manager, and RYA Cruising Instructor. by Dubai Offshore Sailing Club Posted 13 Sep 05:00 PDT Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 7 Season 2 Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 7 Season 2 Episode Seven - XCAT World Champion, Tom Barry-Cotter from Five Blade Episode Seven - XCAT World Champion, Tom Barry-Cotter from FiveBlade talks boat shows, greenwashing. Lots to learn, so strap in for a great time. by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 12 Sep 22:22 PDT 2025 Newport for New Products Award winners 2025 Newport for New Products Award winners Innovation in marine products honored by Industry Experts and Show Attendees The Newport International Boat Show announced today the results of this year's Newport for New Products™ (NFNP) Awards. by Newport International Boat Show Posted 12 Sep 13:47 PDT ACR launches RCL-100 and RCL-50 LED searchlights ACR launches RCL-100 and RCL-50 LED searchlights These popular searchlights offer improved usability and greater versatility ACR Electronics is introducing enhanced versions of its RCL-100 and RCL-50 LED Searchlights to bring a new level of control, convenience and style to boaters. by ACR Electronics Posted 11 Sep 06:43 PDT Denison Yachting and OneWater Yacht Group merger Denison Yachting and OneWater Yacht Group merger The combined company will have a network of 23 offices across the United States and Europe Denison Yachting and OneWater Yacht Group announced they are joining forces to create the largest yacht firm in the world. by Denison Yachting Posted 11 Sep 03:18 PDT Record shipment to the United States Record shipment to the United States Of Queensland built Riviera motor yachts Australia's luxury boat builder Riviera, based on the Gold Coast in Queensland is preparing for its largest ever shipment of motor yachts to the United States - 15 in total that range in value from $1.6m to $6.8 million. by Riviera Australia Posted 11 Sep 00:15 PDT June data shows continued softness in boat sales June data shows continued softness in boat sales NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary NMMA's latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, covering data through June 2025, shows continued pressure on retail sales as economic uncertainty and elevated borrowing costs weigh on consumer demand. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 10 Sep 16:41 PDT 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