All articles by Craig Ritchie – Page 87
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NewsIridium launches new GMDSS service
Satellite communication service provider Iridium announced Tuesday that the company has launched a compact and comparatively low-cost Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) that it says brings an enhanced level of maritime safety to smaller vessels.
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NewsAMI conference goes virtual
The Rhode Island, US-based Association of Marina Industries (AMI) has confirmed that its annual conference will be replaced by a virtual event for 2021.
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NewsStrong Q4 drives Johnson Outdoors to higher full-year earnings
Gains in revenues, profits led by strong sales of watercraft and fishing products; supply chains remain stretched
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NewsMETSTRADE Connect – Is the traditional engine room finished?
METSTrade Tech Talk explores design concepts aimed at providing more interior space – including eliminating engine rooms altogether
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NewsMETSTRADE Connect: First-time buyers driving demand for comfort amenities, but OEMs must find ways to hold the line on costs
Onboard Comfort Tech Talk explores ways of meeting the changing expectations of new boat buyers
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NewsWells Fargo: US small business owners cautiously optimistic
US bank survey of small business owners highlights expectations for economic recovery in 2021
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VideoIBI Interview with head of US boating association (trailer)
In the latest installment of the IBI Interview series, IBI Contributor Craig Ritchie speaks with NMMA President Fred Hugelmeyer about the state of the US boating market and the prospects for the association’s boat shows in 2021. IBI plus subscribers, can watch the full video by clicking here.
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VideoIBI speaks with US boating association chief
IBI Contributor Craig Ritchie speaks with Frank Hugelmeyer, president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) which represents North American boat builders, engine makers and equipment manufacturers, and also organises a portfolio of boat shows in key US markets, including Miami.
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NewsNavico casting for bigger share of freshwater fishing market
A pair of new fishfinder products introduced last week by Navico aim to boost the market share of the company’s Lowrance freshwater fishing brand.
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NewsAppointment at MarineMax
MarineMax has named Julie Balzano as its new brand marketing manager, with responsibility for its Galeon, Aquila, Azimut, and MarineMax Vacations portfolios.
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NewsCanadian government proposes licensing changes for boats, boaters
Transport Canada soliciting industry comment on proposed licensing amendments and fees for both pleasure boats and pleasure boaters
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NewsToronto Boat Show reveals details on virtual 2021 event
Forced to cancel its traditional in-person event due to the continuing Covid-19 pandemic, organisers of the Toronto International Boat Show (TIBS) have released details of a new virtual event to be held from January 18-24, 2021.
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NewsFastmount appoints South Korean distributor
Auckland, New Zealand-based panel mount manufacturer Fastmount Panel Mounting Systems has appointed a new full-line distributor in South Korea.
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NewsSuzuki restructures US operations
Masahiro “Max” Yamamoto has been appointed president of Suzuki Marine USA LLC Suzuki Motor of America Inc announced late on Thursday that it will restructure its operations in the US by separating its motorcycle/ATV and marine divisions into two separate companies. Effective April 1, 2021, the company’s ...
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NewsPolaris CEO Scott Wine to step down December 31
Minnesota, US-based powersports equipment and boat manufacturer Polaris Inc announced late Tuesday that chairman and CEO Scott Wine will leave the company at the end of this year.
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NewsKey Canadian P&A distributors merge
Former Mermaid Marine general manager Ron Savidant will serve as president of Maritime Marine Supply when it begins operations in January The two largest wholesale parts and accessories distributors in eastern Canada have announced plans to merge operations and operate as a single entity, effective January 2021. ...
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NewsCanadian boat operator license sales up 75%
New data released by the Canadian government quantifies unprecedented demand for boat operator licenses in 2020
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NewsLimestone grows dealer network
Tennessee, US-based Limestone Boat Company continues to progress with its corporate relaunch, announcing late last week that the firm has signed 13 dealership locations to sell and service the heritage boat brand in the US and Canada.
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NewsTeakdecking Systems acquires Spanish decking provider
Florida, US-based marine decking manufacturer Teakdecking Systems (TDS) has acquired Teak Solutions SL of Barcelona, Spain.
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