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New owner for SEA magazine?
US-based marine publishing and marketing veteran Arnie Hammerman says he is in the process of taking over the publishing of SEA magazine from Duncan McIntosh Company Inc, as well as Boating World. Both magazines ceased publication last week.
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NewsPolish builder appoints US dealer
Poland’s Galeon Yachts has formed a new dealer partnership with Prince William Marine in the US.
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Miami River Commission approves yacht building, restaurant; neighbours vow opposition
The Miami River Commission has approved construction of a six-storey marine facility and adjacent restaurant along the Miami River proposed by Puntallana LLC, but local residents are vowing to fight the decision until concession are received from the developer.
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NewsBrightbill named permanent MasterCraft CEO
The board of directors for US boatbuilder MasterCraft Boat Holdings Inc have named interim chief executive officer Frederick Brightbill as the company’s new permanent CEO, effective immediately.
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NewsFreedom Boat Club, Sea Ray win National Safety Award
The Sea Tow Foundation has awarded National Boating Industry Safety awards to two Brunswick brands, recognising the companies for their commitment to safety and sustainability.
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NewsMiami show organiser seeks long-term deal
The Virginia Key Advisory Board (VKAB) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) met again recently to discuss maximising use of the island that hosts the trade association’s Miami International Boat Show (MIBS) and the Miami Marine Stadium.
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NewsHustler Powerboats founder dies
The high-performance boating industry is mourning the loss of Hustler Powerboats founder Paul Fiore, who died unexpectedly on Tuesday at the age of 76.
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NewsSea Pro Boats chooses Dometic
Sea Pro Boats in the US has chosen Dometic’s SeaStar Optimus EPS and SeaStar Power Assist steering as standard equipment on its larger, high-horsepower boat models.
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Safe Harbor acquires US marina
An historic New Hampshire shipyard is the latest in a string of acquisitions by Safe Harbor Marinas, though the company remains tight-lipped about the purchase.
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Product LaunchSeaDek expands accessory offerings with Dek Defenders
SeaDek Marine Products, the US manufacturer of non-skid traction products, has announced the availability of Dek Defenders flat boat fenders, offering complete boat protection in a sleek, easy-to-stow and stackable package. Dek Defenders utilise 50mm of closed cell foam for durable boat protection with a honeycomb embossed surface pattern and ...
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NewsCity of Sequim proposes takeover of John Wayne Marina
In the continuing dilemma of what to do with the ageing, ailing John Wayne Marina, councilors from the City of Sequim, Washington voted unanimously to ask the Port of Port Angeles to transfer the marina to the city at no cost.
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NewsMichigan pledges additional US$8m to keep Asian carp out of Great Lakes
The State of Michigan has pledged US$8m in new funding in its latest efforts to keep three species of invasive Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes.
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NewsPrincecraft introduces new fish boat, pontoon models for 2020
Canadian aluminium boat builder Princecraft is introducing two new pontoon models and has overhauled its Vectra/Sportfish brands with added features in a Platinum SE series.
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NewsGold Anchor scheme enters US market
A new collaboration agreement signed between the Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIA) and the US west coast-based Marine Recreation Association (MRA) means that the internationally-recognised 5 Gold Anchors quality accreditation scheme has entered the US market. This transaction opens the door for the scheme to the world’s largest marina ...
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NewsLippert continues on acquisition path
American component supplier Lippert Components has acquired electric-powered Bimini specialist, PWR-ARM, one of many acquisitions in the marine equipment segment which the company has targeted for diversification
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USCG Illegal charter crackdown continues
The United States Coast Guard’s (USCG) focus on illegal charter operations continues in full force with the latest unlawful operator nabbed in Key West, Florida, just off the community’s legendary Mallory Square. The operator faces fines on up to US$39,936.
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NewsUS powerboat registrations on par with last year
New US powerboat registrations through September show retail sales down just under 1% on a rolling 12-month year-over-year basis and up 5% on a rolling three-month year-over-year basis, bringing retail units “back on par with last year”, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA).
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Two yachts destroyed in fire worth US$24m
An early morning weekend fire destroyed two yachts worth an estimated US$24m in what officials are calling the “biggest fire loss in Ft Lauderdale history”.
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NewsAppointment at SmartPlug
US-based shore power equipment manufacturer SmartPlug Systems has named Ron Bailey as its new global vice president of sales and marketing.
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