Joining forces to accelerate boating expansion Joining forces to accelerate boating expansion NMMA and MRAA have launched the Market Expansion Advisory Group In a pivotal move to confront declining new boat sales and unify the recreational marine industry around a shared growth strategy, the NMMA and the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) have launched the Market Expansion Advisory Group. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 18 Jul 08:32 PDT NMRA 2025 Marine Trades Education Scholarships NMRA 2025 Marine Trades Education Scholarships Three Students Awarded $1,000 The National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) has awarded 3 scholarships of $1,000 each to students pursuing education in the marine trades beginning this fall. by NMRA Posted 17 Jul 09:23 PDT 2025 National Boating Safety Awards Sponsors 2025 National Boating Safety Awards Sponsors The Sea Tow Foundation is now accepting sponsors The Sea Tow Foundation, is now accepting sponsors for the 2025 National Boating Safety Awards, an annual awards program that honors outstanding for-profit companies in the recreational boating industry for their commitment to boating safety. by Sea Tow Foundation Posted 16 Jul 14:42 PDT Suntex launch new boat club at Saguaro Lake Marina Suntex launch new boat club at Saguaro Lake Marina Enhancing boating access for the greater Phoenix area Suntex Marina Investors LLC (Suntex), the nation's premier owner and operator of marina properties, is proud to announce the launch of its newest boat club location at Saguaro Lake Marina in Mesa, Arizona. by Suntex Marinas Posted 16 Jul 11:41 PDT Lowrance software update offers new features Lowrance software update offers new features New Trolling Motor features, Live Sonar enhancement Lowrance®, a world-leader in fishing electronics, today announced the release of software update 25.2, which is packed with innovative trolling motor features, significant enhancements to ActiveTarget® 2, and expanded third-party integrations. by Lowrance Posted 16 Jul 11:38 PDT Tariff news still taking the headlines Tariff news still taking the headlines A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America Last Week, President Trump announced additional plans to impose new tariff rates on imports from several countries, including Brazil and the Philippines. by Peter Rendle Posted 16 Jul 08:00 PDT Lowrance® unveils Ghost® X Trolling Motor Lowrance® unveils Ghost® X Trolling Motor Effortless positioning for a perfect cast every time Lowrance®, a world-leader in fishing electronics, today announced the Ghost® X 47-inch trolling motor, designed for freshwater and featuring an enhanced precision directional indicator, increased power, and the quietest motor yet. by Lowrance Posted 15 Jul 23:01 PDT USACE report highlights recreational fishing value USACE report highlights recreational fishing value How valuable access to federally managed lakes resources are The 2024 Annual Report for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Natural Resources Management (NRM) program shows how valuable access to these federally managed resources are for recreational anglers. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 15 Jul 12:05 PDT North Florida chart for Axiom Displays North Florida chart for Axiom Displays Available for sale in August 2025 Raymarine announced today that the North Florida chart for Florida Marine Tracks will be compatible with Axiom displays and available for sale in August 2025. by Raymarine Posted 15 Jul 10:40 PDT The Wing Group appoints Chief Operating Officer The Wing Group appoints Chief Operating Officer Patrick Blake joins the Wing Group following a distinguished 29-year career The Wing Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Blake as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective July 7, 2025. by Wing Group Posted 15 Jul 10:19 PDT EU delays retaliatory tariffs until Aug. 1 EU delays retaliatory tariffs until Aug. 1 Canada and Mexico receive new tariff rates Yesterday, European Commission President Ursula von Leyen announced the European Union (EU) would further suspend its retaliatory tariffs - set to go into effect today - against American products, including recreational boats. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 14 Jul 16:48 PDT Gary Kolstad appointed to MPC Board of Directors Gary Kolstad appointed to MPC Board of Directors Kolstad holds a B.S. Degree from Montana Technological University in petroleum engineering Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) announced today the appointment of Gary Kolstad to the Board of Directors of the Company. by Marine Products Corporation Posted 14 Jul 16:30 PDT Correct Craft announces 2026 leadership transition Correct Craft announces 2026 leadership transition Following Bill Yeargin's earlier announcement that he will be stepping down as CEO Correct Craft announced its 2026 leadership transition plan today, following Bill Yeargin's earlier announcement that he will be stepping down as CEO on March 31, 2026. by Correct Craft Posted 14 Jul 14:10 PDT ePropulsion eLite Long Shaft Electric Outboard ePropulsion eLite Long Shaft Electric Outboard The newest iteration of its lightweight electric outboard Market leader in marine electric propulsion builds on success with the next generation of lightweight electric power options for small vessels. by ePropulsion Posted 14 Jul 13:00 PDT Marine Auctions: Two Online Auctions in July Marine Auctions: Two Online Auctions in July Also Jacob Seiffert has been appointed as the Area Representative for the Port Lincoln Region Marine Auctions are proud to announce that Jacob Seiffert has been appointed as the Area Representative for the Port Lincoln Region in South Australia. Jacob is a local Commerical Fisherman. by Marine Auctions Posted 11 Jul 19:43 PDT The launch of new TracMount TieDown system The launch of new TracMount TieDown system Designed to secure one-inch webbing straps, bungee cords or paracord RAILBLAZA, manufacturer of premium quality, user-friendly electronics, fishing and boating mounting systems and accessories, announced today the launch of its new TracMount TieDown system. by RailBlaza Posted 11 Jul 11:01 PDT 2025 Model Year Dealer Award recipients announced 2025 Model Year Dealer Award recipients announced Recognised for exceptional sales and customer service achievements Sailfish Boats is pleased to announce its 2025 Model Year award winners for exceptional sales and customer service achievements. by Sailfish Boats Posted 11 Jul 08:34 PDT Seldén Rodkicker 50 - manual rigid vang Seldén Rodkicker 50 - manual rigid vang Specifically sized for yachts between 50 and 55 feet A Rodkicker rigid vang is designed to enhance sail handling during reefing and allows for greater sail trim control. by Seldén Mast Posted 11 Jul 01:00 PDT New tariff announcements continue New tariff announcements continue Brazil and Copper imports face 50% tariff Yesterday, President Donald Trump announced additional plans to impose new tariff rates on imports from several countries, including Brazil and the Philippines. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 10 Jul 16:10 PDT IMTRA introduces Zipwake PRO IMTRA introduces Zipwake PRO The ultimate upgrade to Zipwake's award-winning Dynamic Trim Control System IMTRA, the leading manufacturer and importer of quality solutions and products for the marine, energy and transportation markets, announced today the introduction of the newest innovation in vessel pitch and roll control, Zipwake PRO. by IMTRA Posted 10 Jul 08:35 PDT