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GM buys stake in electric boat company
General Motors has acquired a 25% ownership stake in Pure Watercraft, a Seattle-based company that specializes in creating all-electric boating…
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Bipartisan outdoor recreation bill is introduced
U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and John Barrasso (R-WY), Ranking…
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New data shows impact of COVID on outdoor recreation
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) released new data on the economic impact of outdoor recreation in 2020. BEA found…
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Coast Guard Foundation launches Tuesday Matching Gift Challenge
The Coast Guard Foundation announced that this GivingTuesday, the organization will inspire generosity by launching a $25,000 matching gift challenge. Supporting…
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OneWater reports record year in 2021 results
OneWater Marine Inc. announced results for its fiscal fourth quarter and year ended September 30, 2021. “The OneWater…
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METSTRADE celebrates 7th Annual Boat Builder Awards
This year’s Boat Builder Awards for Business Achievement, jointly organized by IBI and METSTRADE and held in association with Raymarine,…
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NMMA postpones five boat shows, announces new events
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) announced it is postponing the 2022 Progressive Insurance Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Nashville, and St. Louis boat…
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Leon Slikkers honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at METS
Leon Slikkers’ passion, innovation and craftsmanship were recognized at this year’s seventh annual Boat Builder Awards, where he received the…
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Mastervolt, Whale to join Advanced Systems Group EMEA portfolio
Brunswick Corporation’s Advanced Systems Group announced that both Mastervolt and Whale will become part of the Advanced Systems Group EMEA…
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ICOMIA releases 2020 statistics book
The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) has released the latest edition of its Recreational Boating Industry Statistics Book. The 2020 Statistics…
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NMEA posts 2022 training course schedule
The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) has announced the lineup and dates of the marine electronics installer training classes for…
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NOAA releases final rule on Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released this week the final management plan, final environmental assessment, and a final rule for…
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NATDA names new executive director, director of operations
After posting record-breaking numbers both in terms of overall association membership and attendance for the NATDA Trailer Show, the North…
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Discover Boating launches new boating basics video episode on docking
Discover Boating launched a new episode – a beginner’s guide on how to dock a boat – in its five-part…
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2022 Minneapolis Boat Show Innovation Awards call for entries
The Innovation Awards are returning in-person to the Progressive® Insurance Minneapolis Boat Show®, and the call for entries is now open.…
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Rochford Supply appoints Ken Horton OEM market development manager
Minnesota-based Rochford Supply announce that industry veteran Ken Horton has been appointed to the organization’s leadership team in the role of OEM…
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MRAA details full education lineup for Dealer Week
MRAA’s Dealer Week has announced their education lineup. The event will take place in Austin, Tx., Dec. 6-9 and online, Jan.…
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Marine Trades Association of Maryland on-the-job trainee success
The Marine Trades Association of Maryland (MTAM) congratulates Luke Carter on the completion of his On-the-Job Training (OJT) with Fawcett Boat Supplies…
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Freedom Boat Club celebrates success at annual conference
Freedom Boat Club held its annual franchise conference last week to celebrate another year of record growth for the business.…
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World Cat names new COO and CFO
World Cat power catamarans announces the promotion of Vann Knight to Chief Operating Officer, as well as the promotion of Andrea…
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