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Registration is now open for the Association of Marina Industries (AMI) fall Clean & Resilient Marina course to be held September 25-27, at Hyatt Place, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Marina operators and managers will learn from industry experts how to operate eco-friendly and sustainable marinas and ensure compliance with federal environmental regulations. In addition, the two-day course also provides foundational knowledge ...

The National Marine Trades Council has announced the dates and location for its 50th anniversary conference. After a four-year hiatus, NMTC will return July 10-13 on Cape Cod with the host hotel being the Lighthouse Inn, in West Dennis, Mass. The NMTC conference is open to all leaders from local, state and national marine trades associations. Kitty McGowan President of ...

Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) has announced its unaudited results for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. Marine Products is a manufacturer of fiberglass boats under the brand names of Chaparral and Robalo. Chaparral’s sterndrive models include SSi and SSX, along with the Chaparral Surf Series. Chaparral’s outboard offerings include OSX Luxury Sportboats and SSi outboard models. Robalo builds an ...

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) has reported results for the first quarter of 2023. “Our businesses had a strong start to the year, as continued operational strength, benefits from outstanding new products, and prudent cost management in a challenging macro-economic environment resulted in sales, margin, and EPS performance that exceeded expectations for the quarter,” said Brunswick CEO David Foulkes. Foulkes commented ...

NMMA was in Sacramento to present Assembly member Tasha Boerner Horvath the Legislator of the Year Award and attend the California Boating Congress (CBC). In 2021, Assembly member Boerner Horvath sponsored AB 335 which allows manufacturers of recreational boats and marine engines to receive and retain specific contact information for buyers of its products for the limited and exclusive use ...

Yamaha Marine celebrates 2023 International Marine Technician week by highlighting a host of career development training opportunities available for current and aspiring marine technicians. “Yamaha reinforces the company’s commitment to building a solid marine technician workforce through Yamaha Marine University training and dealer recognition initiatives. We understand that exceptional service leads to unforgettable experiences on the water for our customers,” ...

Bay Marine, with locations in Wisconsin, Illinois and Florida, has announced the acquisition of Full Throttle Marine. Founded by Lloyd Hannum Jr., Full Throttle Marine began as Auto Marine Specialists, Inc. and has been in operation as a family-owned marine service company for over 60 years. “We are extremely excited to have the entire Full Throttle Marine team become part ...

X Shore, the Swedish technology company building sustainable electric boats, announces its partnership with Safe Harbor Marinas. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Safe Harbor Marinas to encourage more boating enthusiasts to experience 100% silent, high-performance electric boats,” said Jenny Keisu, CEO of X Shore. “Our organizations share a passion for the water and a deep commitment to sustainability.” ...

The American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the five recipients of the 2023 Outstanding Technician Awards, as part of International Marine Service Technician Week. This is the second annual International Marine Service Technician Week and the Outstanding Technician Awards are dedicated to highlighting marine service professionals who excel in customer service, technical training, and industry involvement. Austin Voigt – ...

The 26th Annual Plywood Regatta organized by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) took place at the Dania Beach City Marina on April 22 and 23. During the two-day boatbuilding and racing event students were introduced to the excitement and career opportunities associated with recreational boating. 23 teams of over 200 South Florida middle school, high school, and ...