Trade Associations
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IBEX announces details of 2021 Education Conference
The 30th International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced the details of its IBEX Education Conference, offering world-class technical information…
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Final call for 2021 Boating Industry Top 100 applications
Yesterday, July 26, was the last “official” day to apply for the 2021 Boating Industry Top 100 Dealers program, recognizing…
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NMMA joins business groups in support of bipartisan infrastructure framework
NMMA and more than 120 manufacturing organizations representing businesses across the nation recently sent a letter urging members of Congress…
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National Marine Lenders Association releases Annual Statistical Report
The National Marine Lenders Association (NMLA) just released the 41st consecutive Annual Statistical Report. This is the only comprehensive report of…
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MRAA reminds dealers to apply for PPP loan forgiveness if eligible
PPP loans provided a major relief to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, giving businesses additional funds for payroll and…
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RBFF and DICK’s Sporting Goods host female anglers to encourage participation
Women continue to hit the water in droves with female angler participation at 19.7 million in 2020 – an all-time…
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Massachusetts Marine Trades Association workforce solutions amendment passes
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker signed the 2022 state budget, which included $150,000 in funding for workforce development and career technical…
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ABYC Foundation’s virtual Educator Training Conference underway
Over 100 educators and marine industry professionals representing 24 states, Canada, Bermuda, Germany, and the British Virgin Islands, logged in…
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NMEA opens call for product award nominations
The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) will be awarding over 20 manufacturer product awards at the upcoming NMEA Conference &…
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MMTA workforce solutions amendment passes state budget
Last week Governor Baker signed the 2022 state budget, which included $150,000 in funding for workforce development and career technical…
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Sea Scout Ship 1959 takes 2021 BoatUS National Flagship Award
Sea Scouts is a co-educational program from the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) that teaches youth boating and leadership skills…
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2021 Boating Industry Top 100 applications due July 26
This is the last full week to apply for the 2021 Boating Industry Top 100, recognizing the best boat dealers in North…
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National media continue to boost boating
NMMA’s summer PR efforts continue to make waves in the news, raising awareness about the benefits of boating and shining…
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Minneapolis StarTribune article details growing wake surfing opposition
A recent article in the Minneapolis StarTribune newspaper highlights some of the growing controversy around the growing popularity of wake…
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IBEX Innovation Awards deadline is approaching
The deadline for entry to the 2021 IBEX Innovation Awards is Friday, August 13. The awards program will take place during IBEX in Tampa,…
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U.S. Coast Guard Boating Safety Report shows some ways the pandemic impacted boating
The U.S. Coast Guard recently released the 2020 Recreational Boating Statistics, and reports of accidents, fatalities and injuries were significantly up…
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Boating Industry accepting nominations for 2021 Movers & Shakers
Boating Industry is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Movers & Shakers. The Movers & Shakers program recognizes leaders who haven’t…
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NMMA names new VP of marketing
NMMA announced the hire of Kevin M. Williams as vice president of marketing. In this new role created in support…
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New owner takes over TowBoatUS Anacortes
Capt. Chris Justice, a former hired on-water towing captain with TowBoatUS Tacoma, has chosen to strike out on his own…
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Boating BC collaborates on new boater education
Representatives from Boating BC, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and BC Ferries have announced a new collaboration aimed at educating…
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