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Latest Issue
May 2026
Welcome to the May 2026 digital edition of Boating Industry! Top Products. That’s what this May 2026 digital edition of Boating…
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News
Sailfish Boats Founder Has Died
Sailfish Boats is sad to share the news that its founder, Paul Hoppes. Jr., passed away on Tuesday, May 12th.
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News
IBEX 2026 Taking Place in Tampa, FL in October
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) recently announced that North America’s technical trade event for the recreational marine industry…
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Yamaha Marine and Skeeter Boats Co-Sponsor Charity Bass Tournament
Yamaha Marine and Skeeter Boats were presenting sponsors for the second consecutive year of the annual Dick Hiley St. Jude…
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Boating Safety
WSF Shares 8 Boating Tips for a Fun and Safe Summer
As the traditional opening of the summer boating season approaches this Memorial Day, the Water Sports Foundation (WSF) encourages boaters…
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News
Viking Urges Industry to Comment on 2008 Vessel Speed Rule
Viking is urging boat owners, captains, marine businesses and coastal communities to submit public comments as NOAA (National Oceanic and…
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Boating Safety
A Practical Guide To Boating Accidents
Boating offers freedom, relaxation and recreation, though it also comes with real safety risks. Accidents on the water can happen…
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News
Oyster Reef Restoration Supports Salt Marsh Growth
Yamaha Rightwaters and Georgia Southern University released new findings from a collaborative coastal conservation project, demonstrating restored oyster reefs can…
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Best Practices
Boating Starts at the Shore: A New Owner’s Guide to Docks and Lifts
Most new boat owners spend months comparing hull designs, engine specs and onboard features—only to overlook a critical question: where…
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News
AMI Conference and Expo Announces Call for Seminar Proposals
The Association of Marina Industries (AMI) Conference & Expo has officially issued a Call for Seminar Proposals via its website…
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Sponsored
The Confidence Advantage – How Education and Online Product Demos Drive Boat Sales
In today’s feature-rich marine market, closing a deal takes more than horsepower, touchscreen displays and premium finishes. Dealers who consistently…
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Latest Issue
April 2026
Welcome to the April 2026 digital edition of Boating Industry! This month, Boating Industry dives deep into how sustainability is…
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Best Practices
Turning Vendor Partnerships Into Marketing Assets
The article tells retailers how to leverage vendor relationships correctly so you can use them to help drive traffic, improve…
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News
NMRA 2026 Marine Trades Education Scholarships Application Deadline Extended
The deadline for receipt of applications for the 2026 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarships has been extended…
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Best Practices
Water Sports Foundation Offers 5 Tips for Paddlesports Season Fun
As spring unfolds across the United States, paddlers are eagerly returning to the water to mark the unofficial start of…
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News
Free Webinar “Turning Insights into Data-Driven Marketing”
To help industry professionals make smarter, data-driven decisions, the Marine Marketers of America (MMA) is hosting a free webinar, Turning…
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Best Practices
Employee Benefits That Attract and Retain Talent Across Your Marine Business
The marine industry is evolving—fast. Boats are becoming more complex, customer expectations are rising, and one challenge continues to surface:…
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Features
Spring Is Coming. Is Your Dock Ready?
As temperatures rise and snowmelt accelerates, water levels can shift several feet in a matter of days. Fixed docks aren’t…
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Best Practices
Marketing Without a Big Budget
For independent retailers, marketing often feels like a high-stakes poker game where everyone else has a bigger stack of chips.…
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News
Deadline For NMRA 2026 Marine Trades Education Scholarships Applications April 15th
The deadline for receipt of applications for the 2026 National Marine Representatives Association (NMRA) Marine Trades Scholarships is April 15.
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