Market Outlook
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Westlawn Institute’s new location approved
EASTPORT, Maine — The Westlawn Institute of Marine Technology and The Boat School recently reported that the Washington, D.C.-based Distance…
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SAS Yachts to become Seattle Yachts
SEATTLE – SAS Yachts, also known as Sailboats at Shilshole, is changing its name to Seattle Yachts effective Aug. 1,…
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Boston Whaler, Costco launch joint pilot program
EDGEWATER, Fla. – Boston Whaler and the Costco Auto Program have launched an exclusive pilot program to bring Costco members…
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West Marine reports increase in Q2 revenues
WATSONVILLE, Calif. — West Marine recently reported that net revenues for its second quarter increased by $18 million to $233.4…
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ADP Lightspeed to launch yearlong white paper series
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — ADP Lightspeed recently launched a new white paper and webinar series titled “Find More,” according…
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AquaPalooza again sets attendance record
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — An estimated 7,000 boats and 65,000 to 70,000 people attended Brad Paisley’s concert on Saturday at the…
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Evinrude offers summer sales event
STURTEVANT, Wis. – BRP has released a new consumer retail promotion for Evinrude outboard engine purchases. It will last from…
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ZF Marine opens technical training center
MIRAMAR, Fla. — ZF Marine LLC, the North American subsidiary of ZF Marine Group in Padova, Italy, has officially opened…
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Peters & May adds PBH Marine Group as client
CHICAGO — Peters & May USA has added the six brands under PBH Marine Group LLC to its roster of…
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New Nautic and Co America ownership sees industry upswing
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Nautic and Co America, a full-service yacht repair company based at the Lauderdale Marine Center in…
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Manheim Southern California opens new 25-acre facility
FONTANA, Calif. — Manheim Southern California has opened a new 25-acre auction facility exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of…
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U.S. Superyacht Association elects board for 2010-11
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — The U.S. Superyacht Association (USSA) recently elected its 2010-2011 Board of Directors. Tim Davey (Global Marine…
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Analyst: Marine industry won’t peak until 2014/2015
ST. LOUIS — In a recent research report, Analyst Tim Conder of Wells Fargo predicts a best-case scenario of peak…
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Landfall, Revere Supply sign on to safety program
STAMFORD, Conn. – Offshore outfitter Landfall and survival equipment manufacturer Revere Supply Company have joined the “Because Our Acquaintances Think…
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Marine Trades Association of New Jersey awards scholarships
MANASQUAN, N.J. –The Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ) Foundation recently awarded two education scholarships to students pursuing careers…
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Tigé Boats increases market share in Q1
ABILENE, Texas – Tigé Boats has captured 8.3 percent of the market share for 2010 first quarter U.S. retail sales…
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Sea Ray releases final lineup for AquaPalooza 2010
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Sea Ray Boats has released the final lineup of musical acts to perform at the AquaPalooza 2010…
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IDS launches new generation of dealer management software
WAKE FOREST, N.C. — Integrated Dealer Systems has launched its next generation dealer management software, Astra G2, according to a…
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Chaparral, Robalo award $24,000 in scholarships
NASHVILLE, Ga. – Chaparral Boats and Robalo Boats recently awarded $24,000 in college scholarships to four children of employees, according to…
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RBIEF grants $7,000 to 12 Michigan students
LIVONIA, Mich. – The Recreational Boating Industries Educational Foundation (RBIEF) has awarded $7,000 in scholarship funds to 11 students for…
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