Trade Associations
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MRAA names VP of operations
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) has announced that Travis Hyde has been hired as MRAA’s VP of…
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MIASF celebrates annual waterway cleanup
The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) recently shared the results of the 47th Annual Broward County Waterway Cleanup.…
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International Association of Marine Investigators sign MOU with NASBLA
The International Association of Marine Investigators (IAMI) performed a ceremonial signing with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators…
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AMI partners with MMTA for Clean Marina Program
The Maine Marine Trades Association (MMTA) has signed an MOU with the Association of Marina Industries (AMI) for the development…
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Georgia House passes Boat Livery Liability legislation
On February 21, the Georgia House of Representatives approved House Bill 994 with a vote of 163-1. Sponsored by Representative…
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RBFF adds to board of directors
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) announced Billy Pope as the newest addition to its Board of Directors. From overseeing…
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MTANJ announces 2024 scholarships
The Marine Trades Association of NJ (MTA/NJ) Foundation has announced the availability of two Boating Industry Scholarships that will be…
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Registration opens for 2024 American Boating Congress
Registration for the recreational boating industry’s annual advocacy event, the American Boating Congress, is now open. The American Boating Congress…
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NMMA joins Utah’s Outdoor Recreation on the Hill Day
Last week, NMMA attended Utah’s Outdoor Recreation Day on the Hill hosted by the Utah Department of Natural Resources and…
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Arizona moves toward adopting boater education legislation
Earlier this month, the Arizona House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee voted to pass H.B. 2149: watercraft operation; minors; safety education,…
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MIBS draws 100K attendees for 2024
The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show concluded its five-day run, attracting buyers from around the world to shop the most comprehensive…
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Marine Marketers announce 2023 Neptune Awards winners
Marine Marketers of America (MMA), the voice for marketing professionals in the recreational marine industry, recognized the winners of the…
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NATDA launches new Trailer Tech Expo
The North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) announced a new event for trailer professionals coming in 2025. The Trailer Tech…
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NMMA, NOAA meet in Miami on proposed vessel speed restriction
Last week, members of the boating industry met with Janet Coit, Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries, at the Discover Boating Miami…
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Newport International Boat Show changes ownership
The Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) owner and producer of the annual Newport International Boat Show (NIBS) announced today that the…
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Coast Guard Foundation welcomes new trustee members
The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to strengthening the Coast Guard community and service by supporting members and…
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Miami Industry Breakfast honors award winners
The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show kicked off this morning with its annual Industry Breakfast at the Miami Beach…
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ABBRA hosts annual conference
The American Boatbuilders & Repairers Association (ABBRA) recently announced the successful completion of its Annual Conference. Attended by some of…
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NMMA SVP to headline California Boating Congress
Robert Newsome, Chief Administrative Officer and Senior Vice President of Operations for the National Marine Manufacturers Association will headline lunch…
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Boating Industry issues last call for 40 Under 40 nominations
Nominations are due Friday, February 9, 2024. Entering its eighth year, Boating Industry’s 40 Under 40 program is making its return as part…
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