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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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Boating Industry 2026 Top Products
Entries are now open for Boating Industry's 2026 Top Products! To be considered, products must have been introduced or significantly…
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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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Marketing Without a Big Budget
For boat retailers, marketing often feels like a high-stakes poker game where everyone else has a bigger stack of chips.…
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Marine Service Technician Week April 20-24, 2026
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is encouraging the marine industry to celebrate the fifth annual International Marine Service Technician…
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Why Backup Connectivity Matters More Than Ever
In today’s always-on environment, connectivity is no longer a convenience. It is a dependency. Modern connectivity depends on a layered…
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Yamaha U.S. Marine Names Scott Higgins GM of Marine Engine Systems Sales and Marketing
Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit recently promoted Scott Higgins to General Manager of Marine Engine Systems Sales and Marketing.
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Leadership Development and Succession Planning in Marine Operations
Across the marine industry, a significant number of marina owners, dealers and marine service operators are approaching retirement age, while…
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Reputation Management in the Age of Online Reviews
A single online review can feel disproportionate. One frustrated customer posts a harsh comment, and suddenly it appears that the…
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Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Screamin’ Reels Tournament May 15-17
Casual anglers and fishing enthusiasts are invited to fish the Ladies, Let's Go Fishing (LLGF) Screamin’ Reels Tournament, taking place…
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ABYC Certifications Exams Approved for GI Bill Reimbursement
Veterans can now use U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs education benefits to receive reimbursement for nine American Boat & Yacht…
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The Business Case for Charter Management Programs: A Win-Win for Dealers and Buyers
The economics of boat ownership are evolving. In this environment, charter ownership programs have emerged as a strategic solution, offering…
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Financial Resilience Beyond Cash Flow
Every marine business owner understands seasonal cash flow, but managing cash flow alone is not financial resilience. A company can…
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40 Under 40 Submission Deadlines Extended
The entry deadline for our annual 40 Under 40 awards program has been extended by one week! You now have…
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Cast, Catch and Learn: South Florida Offshore Fishing University for Women
Cast lines, catch fish and learn from the pros at the South Florida Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing University, taking place…
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2026 Viking and Valhalla VIP Boat Show Sees Record Attendance
The Viking and Valhalla VIP Boat Show marked the world premiere of the Viking 50 Billfish and drew record attendance…
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A Look Into the State of the Marine Industry – November 2025
In November 2025, a Statistical Surveys report found the Marine industry recorded a -12.36% year-over-year (YoY) decline, a sharper drop than the -6.53%…
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Education Can Ensure Success When Buying, Starting or Expanding a Boating Business
Harry Munns explains in this piece just how important education is when it comes to boating business success.
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How to manage seasonal revenue and cash flow
Seasonal revenue fluctuations are not a flaw in the boating industry, they are part of its nature. The difference between…
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Pontoon market shows resilience
Boating Industry spoke with 2024 Top 20 Dealers and Harris Boats to understand how the pontoon segment performed in 2025…
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