NMMA Canada announced the induction of Brock Elliott, retired president of Campion Marine, into the NMMA Hall of Fame. Elliott’s contributions and achievements to the recreational boating industry were recognized this morning during NMMA Canada’s Recreational Boating Industry Breakfast at the Toronto International Boat Show at the Beanfield Centre, where he was presented with the 2019 NMMA Hall of Fame Award. ...
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Full speed ahead
Continued strong sales growth fueled by innovative designs and unmatched versatility suggest a sunny future for the pontoon segment While the recreational boating industry in North America has seen more than its share of highs and lows over the years, one constant has been the continued growth of the pontoon boat category. From humble beginnings where they were derided as ...
Read More »Industry mourns Campion Marine founder
Ross Campion Jardine, the founder of Canada’s Campion Marine, has passed away at the age of 82. Jardine, a 2012 inductee into the NMMA Canada Hall of Fame, had been involved in sports his entire life, most notable as a hockey player and boater. Before starting Campion Marine in 1983, he also owned Kamloops Sport Shop, Kamsport Marine and Jardine ...
Read More »Market Trends: Pontoon segment stays strong
Pontoon boats drove the boating industry’s rebound in the wake of the downturn. But are they still leading the way? Since the 2008 economic downturn, pontoon boats have led the recovery of the recreational boating industry. At one point accounting for almost one in three new boats sold, the pontoon market has demonstrated unprecedented growth, with new players jumping into the ...
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