A century of Lürssen in the Americas A century of Lürssen in the Americas A selection of its latest deliveries at the Palm Beach International Boat Show Lürssen will present a selection of its latest deliveries at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, showcasing the diversity of design and breadth of size that defines the German shipyard. by Lürssen Yachts Posted 23 Mar 19:42 PDT Utah passes boating safety education requirements Utah passes boating safety education requirements A safety education requirement for operators of motorboats and sailboats Utah's recreational boating community will soon see new requirements following the passage of House Bill 54, legislation intended to strengthen safety and promote responsible use of the state's waterways. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 23 Mar 17:42 PDT Priority Sportfishing Legislation passes Priority Sportfishing Legislation passes The U.S. House of Representatives passed two priority bills Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed two priority bills for recreational anglers and the sportfishing industry. by American Sportfishing Association Posted 23 Mar 17:25 PDT Nautical Ventures adds AIATA Boat to its portfolio Nautical Ventures adds AIATA Boat to its portfolio Distributorship agreement to represent AIATA boats across the State of Florida Vision Marine Technologies Inc. announced that its Florida-based dealership network, Nautical Ventures Group ("Nautical Ventures"), has entered into a distributorship agreement to represent AIATA boats across the State of Florida. by Vision Marine Technologies Posted 23 Mar 13:19 PDT Intrepid Powerboats introduces the new 35 Valor Intrepid Powerboats introduces the new 35 Valor Blending performance, versatility and overnight accommodations in a highly capable 35-ft platform Intrepid Powerboats proudly introduces the 35 Valor, a new cabin boat that combines confident offshore capability with refined comfort and thoughtful design. by Intrepid Powerboats Posted 23 Mar 07:41 PDT CRAB President receives Gay S Lynn Memorial Trophy CRAB President receives Gay S Lynn Memorial Trophy Champion of the rapid scaling of Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating On March 18th at the US Sailing New England Regional Symposium, CRAB President & CEO Paul Bollinger received the Gay S. Lynn Memorial Trophy in recognition of his unwavering commitment and contributions to adaptive sailing. by CRAB Sailing Posted 22 Mar 08:35 PDT Marine Auctions: March Online Auctions Marine Auctions: March Online Auctions Online Bidding to commence on Wednesday 25th March Online Bidding to commence on Wednesday 25th March and will end on Tuesday 31st March at 2pm AEST. by Marine Auctions Posted 21 Mar 23:54 PDT New research about the next generation of boaters New research about the next generation of boaters What it will take to grow participation in the years ahead New consumer research from Ipsos, commissioned by the Market Expansion Advisory Group, provides the latest look at how today's consumers are discovering, and engaging with boating and what it will take to grow participation in the years ahead. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 21 Mar 08:12 PDT Stingray partners with Make-A-Wish South Carolina Stingray partners with Make-A-Wish South Carolina Activating a new philanthropic initiative at record-breaking event Boat manufacturer debuts as Blue Carpet Sponsor of record-breaking Wish Night Gala, grants a life-changing boat wish, and leads an unforgettable on-water experience for guests. by Stingray Boats Posted 20 Mar 09:19 PDT MC-ZERO 450 International debut MC-ZERO 450 International debut The industry's most versatile and unique yacht tender on the market International yacht builder, McConaghy Boats partners with New Zealand-Based ZeroJet, to deliver the industry's most versatile and unique yacht tender on the market. by MC-ZERO Posted 19 Mar 21:54 PDT Humphree® and Propspeed® strategic partnership Humphree® and Propspeed® strategic partnership Collaboration focused on protecting stabilization capabilities Humphree® and Propspeed® have announced a strategic partnership built on shared values of performance and protection, with Humphree endorsing the use of Foulfree™ Multi-Surface System on its industry-leading fins and interceptors. by Propspeed Posted 19 Mar 19:06 PDT Suntex and Windward Marina Group announce merger Suntex and Windward Marina Group announce merger Adding 13 locations and 3,000+ slips across the Sunshine State to marina portfolio Adding 13 locations and 3,000+ slips across the Sunshine State, Suntex now operates over 100 marinas nationwide. by Suntex Marinas Posted 19 Mar 14:47 PDT GranOcean strengthens U.S. presence GranOcean strengthens U.S. presence With W-72 showcase at the Palm Beach International Boat Show The appearance marks the brand's first U.S. boat show debut, and international launch of the flagship 72-foot luxury power catamaran. by GranOcean Posted 19 Mar 07:52 PDT Congressional Boating Caucus briefing Congressional Boating Caucus briefing Focusing on infrastructure and access On March 17, NMMA, the Association of Marina Industries (AMI), the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), and BoatUS joined the Congressional Boating Caucus to host a Capitol Hill briefing. by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 19 Mar 07:37 PDT Baltic Yachts strengthens Americas presence Baltic Yachts strengthens Americas presence With appointment of Gordon Kay as Vice President Sales for the region Baltic Yachts has strengthened its presence in the United States and the Americas with the appointment of Gordon Kay as Vice President Sales for the region. by Baltic Yachts Posted 19 Mar 03:16 PDT Metstrade outlines 2026 enhancements Metstrade outlines 2026 enhancements Metstrade reported its most successful edition yet in 2025 Metstrade reported its most successful edition yet in 2025, with exhibitors reporting positive commercial results, richer engagement with key decision makers, and positive feedback on the show's new layout by National Marine Manufacturers Association Posted 18 Mar 17:42 PDT Heesen announces strategic leadership succession Heesen announces strategic leadership succession Heesen is pleased to announce a significant evolution in its North American operations Heesen is pleased to announce a significant evolution in its North American operations. After more than two decades of dedicated service, Thom Conboy will be departing his position as Heesen's US representative. by Heesen Yachts Posted 18 Mar 15:54 PDT Feedback on the state of the industry this week Feedback on the state of the industry this week A summary of news relevant to marine businesses across North America The Newport International Boat Show has announced the results of its Economic Impact study on the September 2025 event, at the Newport Yachting Center in Downtown Newport, Rhode Island. by Peter Rendle Posted 18 Mar 09:00 PDT SF Marina delivers Floating Concrete Dock Systems SF Marina delivers Floating Concrete Dock Systems Two floating concrete docks for Tahiti Fishing Cooperatives SF Marina has completed two floating concrete dock systems in Tahiti, delivering modern working-waterfront infrastructure for fishing cooperatives in Vai Tupa Bay (Faa'a) and Port Papawain ('Arue). by SF Marina Posted 18 Mar 01:27 PDT MasterCraft expands dealer presence in Texas MasterCraft expands dealer presence in Texas With expanded Boat Town new location Boat Town new Braunfels brings three generations of MasterCraft expertise to the growing boating community in New Braunfels and McQueeney. by MasterCraft Posted 17 Mar 12:50 PDT