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Thursday, January 23, 2025

ODNR Urges Boaters to Prioritize Safety When Purchasing Life Jackets As boaters eagerly prepare for the upcoming “Boat Show Season,” to discover the latest in watersports gear, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is reminding everyone of the critical importance of wearing a properly fitted, U.S. Coast

by: Karina Cheung

tags: Applicable Everywhere, Boating Safety, Children, Coast Guard, Dept of Natural Resources, Life Jacket, Off Season

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

EPROPULSION SELECTED TO POWER MAXIMA BOATS ELECTRIC SLOOP TENDERS ePropulsion Americas, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today its Navy 6.0 Evo and X12 has been selected as the electric propulsion option for Maxima Boats 620 and 630 model sloop tenders. The Maxima 620 and 630

by: Andrew Golden

tags: Boat Design, Company Partnership, Electric Outboards, Propulsion

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Highfield Boats Unveils the Groundbreaking ADV 7 Highfield Boats, a global leader in the design and manufacture of recreational boats, is thrilled to announce the launch of the ADV 7, an innovative 7-metre crossover boat. The latest addition to the Highfield family combines unparalleled seaworthiness with exceptional comfort, setting

by: Marina Johnson

tags: Boating News, Industry News, New Boat Models, Performance, Powerboating

Monday, January 20, 2025

CRUISERS YACHTS UNVEILS THE 57 FLY: A NEW ERA OF LUXURY AND INNOVATION Cruisers Yachts, a leading manufacturer of luxury yachts, is excited to announce that the highly anticipated 57 FLY is now making waves and redefining the luxury boating experience with its official launch. Merging cutting-edge innovation, elegant design, and

by: Matt VanGrunsven

tags: Boating News, Industry News, Luxury, New Boat Models, Yacht

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Reefpoint Marina: A $32 Million Transformation Sets Sail Reefpoint Marina, a cherished destination on the western shore of Lake Michigan, is raising the bar for waterfront luxury with a sweeping $32 million revitalization. Professionally managed by F3 Marina and proudly owned by Racine County, this ambitious project promises to

by: Carrie Reid

tags: Industry News, Lake Michigan, Marina, Remodel, Wisconsin

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

LE BOAT AND GROUPE BENETEAU MAKE WAVES WITH NEW 10-YEAR PARTNERSHIP A new agreement between Le Boat and Groupe Beneteau under their Delphia brand in Poland will see Europe’s largest boat rental company invest over £100m into its international fleet over the next ten years. The deal will ensure travellers have an even

by: Lisa McLean

tags: Boating News, Company Partnership, Industry News

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

I Learned About Boating from That - Trawler Trouble In August of 2016, I was taking a number of my yacht club's junior water polo players and a few parents to a nearby yacht club for a water polo match aboard my 56’ Vicem, Serenity. Not long after entering the harbor in Stamford, CT, I heard a “Pan-Pan” distress

by: Capt. Gregg Clark

tags: Boating Safety, BoatTest, Distress Calls, Feel Good Story, Save a life

Saturday, January 11, 2025

ODNR Emphasizes ‘No Ice is Safe Ice’ for Winter Recreation Safety With winter settling across the state, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is reminding outdoor enthusiasts that “No Ice is Safe Ice” as part of its ongoing commitment to safety and education. Frozen lakes, ponds, and rivers may

by: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

tags: Dept of Natural Resources, Natural Resource, Off Season, Out of Harm's Way, safety

Friday, January 10, 2025

North America’s Largest Indoor Show The 67th annual Toronto International Boat Show is North America’s Largest Indoor Show in the industry, January 18 - 26, 2025, so Mark Your Calendar! Canada’s Largest boating event is held at the Enercare Centre at Exhibition Place in Toronto. With over 500 exhibitors showcasing

by: Cynthia Hare

tags: Boat Show, Canada, Lake Ontario, Off Season, Toronto

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

EPROPULSION AND HEYSEA YACHTS PARTNER TO LAUNCH NEW ELECTRIC-POWERED SEAVIEW 50 CATAMARAN ePropulsion Americas, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today the launch of the Seaview 50 catamaran – a collaborative effort between Heysea Yachts Company Limited and ePropulsion

by: Andrew Golden

tags: Catamaran, Company Partnership, Electrical, Propulsion

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