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Hustler 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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Sea 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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SeaDek 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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City 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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Michigan 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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Princecraft 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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Gold 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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Lippert 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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US 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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Appointment 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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Miami Innovation Award nominations open
January 10 is the entry deadline for products to be nominated for the 2020 Miami International Boat Show (MIBS) Innovation Awards.
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MJM Yachts makes US$12m investment in North Carolina
MJM Yachts, the Boston, Massachusetts-based builder of “eco-friendly motoryachts”, is creating a new shipyard in Washington, North Carolina with a US$12m investment and the promise of creating more than 200 jobs over the next five years.
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Strong Q1 for MasterCraft Boat Holdings
MasterCraft Boat Holdings Inc marked a strong start to its 2020 fiscal year, reporting gains in revenues, net income and adjusted EBITA among its first quarter results.
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Mechanical Products appoints new sales rep
Mechanical Products Company (MP), the US-based circuit breaker specialist, has added IMDS to its team of sales representatives.
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Party with the USA at METSTRADE
The nearly 90 METSTRADE exhibitors from the US will host a reception on Day Two of the 2019 international trade conference in Amsterdam on 20 November.
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