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Boat Dealers are Hesitant About AI
Boating Industry's Insider podcast recently did an episode on why automated conversation feels fake. This is a problem that dealers…
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Boating Industry Bringing its Top 100 Awards to Miami International Boat Show in 2027
For the first time, Boating Industry’s Top 100 Gala is headed to the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®, bringing…
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IBEX and Boating Industry Announce Emerging Marine Leaders Programming and Recognition at IBEX 2026
Boating Industry is expanding its commitment to rising marine professionals through a new partnership with IBEX, supporting the Emerging Marine…
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Is the Marine Industry Waiting for a Market That isn’t Coming Back?
Our industry has always been cyclical. We’ve learned to survive downturns because eventually the pendulum swings back. But lately I’ve…
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Key Factors Reshaping Liability Risks for Marine Businesses
With the wave of increased boating activity, rising vessel values and ongoing repair delays, dealers and service providers are experiencing…
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Sound Waves on Open Water
Once considered a luxury add-on—or an afterthought consisting of automotive speakers wedged into fiberglass—marine audio has transformed into a core…
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Key Consumer Trends Shaping the PWC Market
Once defined strictly by high-speed thrill-seekers and seasonal beach rentals, the PWC market is undergoing a major structural evolution. The…
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Boating Industry Accepting Nominations for 2026 Movers & Shakers
Boating Industry is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Movers & Shakers! The Movers & Shakers program recognizes leaders who haven’t…
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Advancements in Life Jacket Technology, Design and Comfort
Life jacket technology has advanced dramatically since the early 1800s, when mariners first began stuffing canvas vests with blocks of…
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Miami Voters to Approve Approximately $80 Million Marina Makeover
Miami residents scored an important victory after a Miami-Dade Circuit Court judge ruled in favor of the City of Miami…
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TowBoatUS Opens New Port for Raleigh-Area Boaters
TowBoatUS has opened a new port, TowBoatUS Shearon Harris Lake, owned and operated by Capt. Thomas Cunningham. This new port joins Cunningham’s existing ports,…
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ABYC Publishes Updated Standards and Compliance Tools
ABYC just published Supplement 66 of its Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft. This annual publication provides the…
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Ticket Sales Now Live for Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
Tickets are now available for the 67th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), taking place October 28 to November 1, 2026. FLIBS returns…
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The Marine Industry Is Entering Its Biggest Shift In Twenty Years
For years, the marine industry has blamed outside forces whenever sales slowed. But I believe we're entering a structural shift,…
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Workplace Culture is Marine Manufacturing’s Ultimate Retention Tool
Workplace culture is critical for keeping employees happy and focused on their job. In this article, we speak with a…
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The Essential Beginner’s Guide to Buying Your First Boat
Buying your first boat is one of life’s great milestones, bringing with it excitement, anticipation and, for many newcomers, a…
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The 2026 Great Loop Challenge to Launch August 8
Taking place on August 8th, The 2026 Great Loop Challenge powered by Honda Marine is a mission-driven, 7,300+ nautical mile…
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WSIA Encourages Boaters and Water Sports Enthusiasts to Pass The Handle
The Water Sports Industry Association is encouraging boaters, wake parks, schools, camps, dealers and water sports enthusiasts across the country…
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Boating Industry Announces New Digital Magazine Experience
EPG Brand Acceleration, publisher of Boating Industry, is taking digital content to new heights with expanded content, more podcasts and…
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Boating Industry’s 2026 Women Making Waves Honorees
Now in its 11th year, Women Making Waves is Boating Industry’s effort to recognize the multitude of women in the…
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