Latest News about the USA – Page 149
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NewsNumber of first-time boaters and female buyers up in US
Two new reports out this week indicate that it took just a few months of a global pandemic to reach what decades of marketing was only beginning to achieve: an increase in first-time and female boaters. Powersports marketing consultants Rollick has analysed and released data on boat-buyers entering the market ...
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NewsMalibu gets favourable ruling for patent case
US ski & tow-boat manufactuer, Malibu Boats, reported a favourable court ruling. allowing it to move forward in its patent litigation against the Supra and Moomba boat brands, owned by Skier’s choice
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NewsCox Powertrain celebrates first North American installation of diesel outboards
Ring Power installs twin CXO300 production engines on an Intrepid Nomad 345
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NewsUS recreational fishing hits 12-year high
If there is a bright spot in the Covid-19 pandemic, one could certainly point to the outdoor recreation economy, which has been booming in the US since April, and now a new report from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) bears that out, showing 50 million Americans have been ...
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NewsFlorida businessman charged after spending federal coronavirus aid money on a new boat
A Florida businessman has been charged with fraud after spending nearly US$700,000 received under a Covid-19 aid program on a new boat.
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NewsBrunswick buyback resumes
After suspending activity early this spring due to the uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic, Brunswick Corp will resume its share repurchase program starting today.
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NewsFort Lauderdale show decision imminent
The Broward County Commission could reach a decision about the future of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), scheduled for 28 October to 1 November, at several venues along the intercoastal waterway, on….
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NewsCAMX 2020 trade show ready to launch in virtual format
Organisers of the 2020 Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) are working around the clock finalising details as North America’s largest trade show for the composites sector transitions to a virtual event in response to the continuing Covid-19 pandemic.
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NewsYanmar aims to build market profile in US watersports segment
Engine builder sponsors 2020 World Wake Association events with on-site displays and demo rides
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News2020 Q4, full-year sales down for Twin Disc
Covid-19 impacts and soft commercial markets lead to 18% YOY revenue decline for US equipment manufacturer
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NewsFt Lauderdale show organiser produces ‘Know Before You Go’ safety video
The organisers of the 61st Ft Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) have produced a ‘Know Before You Go’ safety video outlining some of the major changes visitors can expect at this year’s show. Owned by the Marine Industries of South Florida and produced by Informa Markets, FLIBS 2020 will take ...
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NewsMercury enters surf runabout segment with new forward-facing outdrive
Mercury’s new Bravo Four outdrive marks the company’s entry into the lucrative surf runabout segment Mercury Marine has introduced a new Bravo Four S forward‑facing outdrive, positioning the company to enter the rapidly-growing surf runabout segment. Utilising twin counter-rotating propellers mounted on its forward face, the new ...
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NewsUS study says cost of onshoring supply chains from China could top $1 trillion
A new study by US-based Bank of America shows a growing appetite among manufacturers for repatriating overseas production in spite of potentially high costs A new research paper published by the Bank of America (BofA) notes an emerging shift among North American and European manufacturers toward onshoring ...
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NewsAnnapolis boat shows cancelled
In a discouraging development for the boating industry, the City of Annapolis announced yesterday that it was cancelling the US Powerboat and Sailboat shows scheduled for October, due to Covid-19 health concerns. The sailboat show – the largest in-water sail-only show – has a strong draw among international exhibitors and ...
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NewsBrunswick pays down Revolving Credit Facility
US-based Brunswick Corporation announced that it will repay the remaining balance on its US$400m Revolving Credit Facility on August 21.
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NewsZin Boats looks to be ‘Tesla of the sea’
The Z2R can reach speeds of well over 30kt After 20 years designing racing sailboats while working for the likes of BMW and General Motors, Piotr Zin moved to a houseboat on Seattle’s Lake Union and started becoming concerned about the future. “The reason I started working ...
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NewsPositive US boating trends continue
Two metrics released today by the National Marine Manufacturers Association in America indicates boating continues to draw strong online interest – and more tangibly – sales
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NewsMasterCraft buys former Sea Ray plant
Newly-acquired Florida facility to handle all production for upscale Aviara day boat line
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NewsOXE Marine begins trading on OTCQB market in the US
The Swedish outboard engine producer hopes to benefit from increased visibility across the US investor community
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NewsNew CEO for Sailfish Boats
Georgia, US-based fibreglass boatbuilder Sailfish Boats announced late last week that it has named marine industry veteran Rob Parmentier as its new president and CEO with immediate effect.
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