Watersports Complex hosts inclusivity event

Ann’s Angels, in collaboration with Aktion Parks, hosted an inclusivity-focused event at the Orlando Watersports Complex on Saturday, May 13th. With 27 riders and 46 pulls throughout the day, participants of varying needs experienced the thrill of watersports behind a Nautique Ski boat. Ann’s Angels, an organization that provides accessibility and support for individuals with […]

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Yamaha Rightwaters sponsors Fishing’s Future

Yamaha Rightwaters has announced its sponsorship of Fishing’s Future, an organization that provides family-oriented fishing activities. Through the new relationship, Yamaha Rightwaters will provide Fishing’s Future with a Yamaha F175 outboard to power its “ICAN” vessel, a 25-foot Triton designed for families with disabilities. The “ICAN” vessel is modified with heightened railings, an open floor […]

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Landing School launches Boatyard Management program

The Landing School has announced the launch of a new academic program. Starting this fall, it will offer Boatyard Management, a program focused on management in the marine industry. Boatyard Management is a second-year program in which students will learn management principles by managing the work of a simulated boatyard. “This new program is the first of […]

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MarineMax partners with Habitat for Humanity

MarineMax has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco for the sixth year to sponsor a home for an underserved family.  Brett McGill, MarineMax CEO and President, commented, “Habitat for Humanity offers life-changing experiences for these families. We are honored to participate in this process and come together as a team to […]

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Discover Boating launches summer media campaign

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Presentation deadline approaches for AMI Conference

AMI has called for breakout and workshop topics relevant to the business of marinas and boatyards, from operations to management, for its all-industry audience of Certified Marina Managers (CMMs) and Certified Marina Operators (CMOs), as well as marina designers, engineers, sales professionals, and staff. Topics will target entry-level staff to senior and executive management. The […]

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Marine Connection adds to leadership team

Marine Connection, a Boating Industry Top 100 Dealer with nine Florida locations has appointed three senior managers to its leadership team. Timo Turkki, a 30-plus year employee and most recently Marine Connection operations manager since 2012, has been promoted to general manager with responsibility for overall dealership operations. He will be based at the dealership’s […]

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Godfrey launches 2024 XP Series

Godfrey Pontoons announced today the launch of a new family for model year 2024, the Godfrey XP Series. The latest addition to the Godfrey line, the XP boasts a suite of high-tech features, combining a sleek, modern look with performance. These include a fully-digital helm with an intuitive custom user interface and accent backlighting. The […]

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IBEX 2023 to grow into refreshed TCC space

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced the new construction on the Tampa Convention Center (TCC) will be completed in time for IBEX 2023, to be held October 3 – 5, 2023, in Tampa, Florida. The renovation project is the largest ever for the TCC and will result in an expanded third floor exhibit […]

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White House recognizes National Safe Boating Week

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Freedom Boat Club accelerates Australian expansion

 Freedom Boat Club recently announced the planned opening of its newest Club on Australia’s Gold Coast. Freedom’s third franchise territory in Australia and fifth location in the region will be based at Sanctuary Cove Marina providing direct access to the Gold Coast’s famed beaches and inland waterways. Since initially launching its presence in the Asia-Pacific […]

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YESSSS announces joint CEO

YESSSS, a business and marketing consultancy firm in the marine industry, announced the appointment of Chris Baird as joint CEO alongside Nona Pedersen. Baird brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the YESSSS team from his 30 years in the marine industry, which has included expanding marine businesses through four major recessions. He got […]

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Johnson Outdoors names new board member

Johnson Outdoors Inc. announced the appointment of Jeffrey M. Stutz as an independent director to the Company’s Board of Directors effective May 23, 2023. Stutz is joining the Board as a Class A Director, and will also be a member of the Audit Committee. He will stand for re-election at the Annual Meeting in 2024. […]

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TowBoatUS opens New Smyrna Beach location

Captain Shonda Kennedy, has opened a new TowBoatUS location in New Smyrna Beach, Fla., the fifth port operated by Kennedy. Kennedy began in 2003 when she and her former husband purchased TowBoatUS Daytona, then quickly grew the on-water towing and assistance company from one to four locations. Now, Kennedy, the sole owner of TowBoatUS locations […]

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Winnebago Industries extends National Park Foundation partnership

Winnebago Industries has announced that the company will extend their partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF) through 2025. The partnership will support the National Park Foundation’s conservation efforts. For the next three years, the partnership will focus on expanding outdoor exploration programs such as Park Ventures and Junior Ranger Angler in parks across the country. This work will […]

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IMEA expands scholarship program

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ABYC announces Standards Week 2024

The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has announced the dates for its annual Standards Week, Jan. 7-11, 2024, in Annapolis, Md. Standards Week is a gathering for the marine industry and Project Technical Committees (PTCs), with daily meetings scheduled to discuss updates to Supplement 64 of the Standards and Technical Information Reports for Small Craft, […]

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NMMA Hall of Fame nominations now open

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Suzuki opens new Technical Center

Suzuki Marine USA, Inc. has announced the completion of its Suzuki Marine Technical Center located at 1 Suzuki Way in Panama City, Fla. The 20-acre waterfront property includes a 9,037-sq. ft. main building with office space, conference rooms, technical/service bays, inside boat storage and other important equipment. Other amenities of the property include additional buildings, […]

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