Sustainability
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News2019 European Inventor Award for Finsulate antifouling
Antifouling fibre wrap that prevents the growth of algae, barnacles and mussels on boat hulls
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Massachusetts marinas fined for Clean Water Act violations
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has cited six Massachusetts marinas for violations of the Clean Water Act, ordering five to pay fines.
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UK creates 41 new marine conservation areas
As part of its ongoing policy to protect its extensive marine environment, the UK government has created 41 new marine conservation zones (MCZs) to expand its protection of British marine life.
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ICOMIA/IFBSO Conference 2019 – Day 2 review
Speed networking, the environment and putting a value on the ‘End of Life Boat’ pipeline
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Mercury Marine distribution centre achieves ‘Zero Waste to Landfill’ designation
Mercury Marine’s parts accessories distribution centre at its Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, headquarters is now a ‘Zero Waste to Landfill’ facility as part of the company’s ongoing campaign to advance its sustainability mission.
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Amsterdam to ban petrol and diesel powered boats
In an effort to tackle air pollution the Amsterdam City Council has decided to ban all petrol and diesel powered boats from the centre of the city (defined as being within the A10 city ring road) by 2025, according to a report published last week. There are estimated to ...
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Industry braces for impact of Tier III NOx emission regulations
Key proposals to diminish impact of emissions regulations for boats over 24m under scrutiny this week
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A US vessel Turn-In Program is gaining momentum
The State of Texas is trying to combat a growing trend in the US and abroad: the number of derelict boats being abandoned along roadways, on vacant land, or worse, moored or scuttled on the water. The Vessel Turn-In Program (VTIP) is designed to stop the problem before it ...
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Rhode Island recycles fibreglass boats
With tens-of-thousands of fibreglass boats manufactured between the 1970s and 1990s coming to their end-of-life cycle, the Rhode Island Marine Trade Association (RIMTA) is hoping its Fiberglass Vessel Recycling Pilot Project (FVR) could be a solution to a growing disposal concern.
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Maverick Boat’s CEO testifies at US Senate hearing on ‘Blue Economy’
Scott Deal highlights need for an updated and robust infrastructure, a clean and healthy environment and sound fisheries management policy to help grow the recreational boat business
