All articles by Craig Ritchie – Page 103
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NewsBoating BC announces 2019 grant and sponsorship recipients
Boating BC, the recreational boating industry trade association for Canada’s westernmost province, has announced that it will award more than C$20,000 in grants and scholarships to support a wide range of initiatives aimed at positively impacting recreational boating opportunities in British Columbia.
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NewsCMP Group CEO announces retirement
British Columbia, Canada-based CMP Group Ltd has announced that CEO John Mitchell will retire next month, concluding a 31-year career as the driving force behind one of the country’s largest marine parts and accessories manufacturing concerns. Mitchell will officially step down on April 15.
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NewsKVH reports strong Q4, 2018 full-year financials
Revenue gains in its fourth quarter supported a strong fiscal 2018 for Middletown, Rhode Island-based mobile connectivity and inertial navigation systems provider KVH Industries as the company released its Q4 and 2018 full year results.
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NewsUS posts record trade imbalance in 2018
New figures released Wednesday by the US Commerce Department show the US trade deficit jumped by nearly 19% in December, reaching a 10-year high of US$621bn for 2018.
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NewsCanadian government passes derelict boats legislation
A new Canadian law aimed at reducing the incidence of abandoned vessels could see owners of derelict craft fined up to C$6m.
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NewsOttawa Boat Show posts attendance gain
New show features and mild temperatures helped bolster crowds at the 44th Ottawa Boat Show, which was held from February 21-24 at the EY Centre in Canada’s national capital.
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NewsVancouver show attendance better than expected
Despite unseasonably cold temperatures that brought high winds and a rare snowfall to the region, attendance at the 57th Vancouver International Boat Show (VIBS) slightly surpassed strong 2018 numbers, pleasing event organisers and exhibitors alike.
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NewsDometic rebrands Oceanair window coverings business
Dometic Corporation announced at the Miami International Boat Show that it is discontinuing the Oceanair branding for elements of its window covering business by the end of this month. Moving forward, the company will operate the business unit under the Dometic Marine Blinds nameplate as part of a new initiative ...
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NewsBrunswick presents financial update at Miami
On the heels of a strong 2018, Brunswick looks ahead to continued growth in its propulsion, boats and P&A business units.
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NewsNew Bellingham Marine CEO
US marina construction company Bellingham Marine has announced that owner and chairman Joe Ueberroth will succeed outgoing president and CEO Everett Babbitt when he retires at the end of this year.
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NewsWeather hampers Montreal show attendance
An unfortunately-timed winter storm that brought icy winds, temperatures in the -20C range and multiple road closures is being blamed for lower crowds at the 20th annual Montreal Boat and Water Sports Show, which was held from January 31 to February 3 at the Place Bonaventure exhibition complex.
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Product LaunchYanmar developing fully automatic, hands-free docking technology
Osaka, Japan-based Yanmar has announced it is developing a fully-automated docking system that will park boats into even congested slips without requiring any human input whatsoever.
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NewsMalibu posts strong Q2 results
Malibu Boats in the US has posted strong second quarter results on the strength of recent new model introductions and improved operational efficiencies.
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ArticleMakings of a Merger: Xantrex & MCE discover an ideal fit
Buoyed by new ownership and steady category growth, Canadian electrical equipment manufacturer Xantrex seeks to build its global market share with funding and development support from MCE.
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NewsExhibitors pleased with Toronto show results
Boatbuilders and dealers exhibiting at the 61st Toronto International Boat Show appear pleased with the results of the 10-day event, despite lingering frustration over a 10% federal tariffs on US-made boats.
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NewsBolton Marine acquires Daigle
Canadian aluminium boat builder Bolton Marine Group announced this week that it has acquired Daigle Marine, a British Columbia-based manufacturer of welded aluminium yachts and commercial workboats. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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NewsLund, Skeeter, Smoker Craft named winners at Minneapolis Innovation Awards
Lund Boats, Skeeter Boats and Smoker Craft Inc were named as category winners Wednesday evening at the Progressive Insurance Minneapolis Boat Show Innovation Awards.
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NewsBrock Elliott inducted into NMMA Canada Boating Hall of Fame
Retired Campion Marine president Brock Elliott was inducted into the NMMA Canada Boating Hall of Fame Tuesday morning during the Toronto International Boat Show’s annual industry breakfast.
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NewsPrincecraft Boats presented with Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice Award
Quebec aluminium and pontoon boat builder cited for ongoing efforts to recruit youth
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NewsMercury enters propane outboard market
As part of its 80th anniversary celebrations, Mercury Marine unveiled an all-new 5hp propane-powered outboard at the Toronto International Boat Show on Friday evening, marking the company’s first venture into the propane outboard market.
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