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Message From The Editor
In for nasty weather…
First, our hearts go out to the folks in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Newfoundland. The prairies had a rushed mass evacuation last week as the winds shifted and sent wildfires racing across the land. Fires also struck in Newfoundland in the Churchill Falls area. At the same time, Ontario and Quebec were cool and overcast with plenty of rain. Environment Canada predicts a hot summer is ahead but in recent years, we have started to experience extreme weather events more frequently. One aspect of that is the significant rise in our property insurance rates. I suspect you have noticed that.
Also last week, we were bracing for more tariff escalation but on Wednesday evening, the United States Court of International Trade declared that president Trump had exceeded his authority when he laid on a wide range of tariffs on what he called “Liberation Day”. By Thursday morning, the markets were taking off thinking tariffs would be stopped but they didn’t fly far before the Trump administration launched an appeal that left the tariffs in place until the courts could hear the cases.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Changing Scene
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Changing Scene
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Eric Nelson joins Dometic
We are happy to announce that Eric Nelson has been appointed General Manager of Dometic Mobile Power Solutions Americas. He will be based in Victoria, Canada. Eric has extensive sales and leadership experience from companies such as Mercury Marine Limited and Outboard Marine Corporation. His expertise brings decades of experience to the Mobile Power team...
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Bavaria Yachts Makes Its Sailing Yachts Silent
BAVARIA YACHTS is now making sailing even more sustainable. From the summer, the BAVARIA C38e, C42e and C46e models will be available with electric or hybrid drive, offering owners even more independence on the water. And as quiet as sailing itself. Leaving the harbour silently in the morning and gliding silently to the anchorage at sunset – this is no longer a dream...
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Events
MFA Regional Workshops – Sept. 12–13 and Oct. 3–4, 2025
Two New Venues, More Invaluable, Hands-On Education Join Us at Your Choice of Dates and Location. MFA Southwest Regional Workshop on Sept. 12–13 takes place in Denver, CO at Paul’s Custom Canvas, Inc. Then, Great Lakes/Northeast Regional Workshop follows Oct. 3–4, at Precision Custom Canvas Inc., in St. Catherines, Ontario... READ MORE |
IBEX 2025 Takes Marine Industry Fast Forward
Marine Industry Set to Gather October 7 – 9, 2025 in Tampa for North America’s Largest Trade Event. The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced that North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry will take place at the Tampa Convention Center, October 7 – 9, 2025.
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Education
Get Involved in an ABYC Project Technical Committee
In their recent email communication, the ABYC opened the door to volunteers to join some of their Project Technical Committees. Are you interested in getting more involved in standards development? ABYC is looking for individuals to join the following committees... READ MORE |
2025 Excess Campus: Four Days to Experience The 100% Excess Adventure
This past May 14th to the 17th, 2025, Canet-en-Roussillon was abuzz with activity for the third Excess Campus, an annual event designed to support Excess owners in their new cruising life. Designed as an interlude for both technical skill building and community support, Excess Campus brought together some thirty participants from locations around the world for a taste of the Excess experience...
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Events
Raymarine LightHouse 4.9.330 Software Update Available
We sincerely apologize to those who encountered issues with the previous LightHouse 4.9 update. Our team has resolved the problems from that release, and we’re pleased to announce that a new update is now available for download. READ MORE |
Seakeeper Ride Now Available for Boats Up To 55 Feet
Seakeeper, Inc., the leader in marine motion control, announced the launch of five new Seakeeper Ride products, making complete underway stabilization available for boats 43-55 feet in length for the first time. The new products include the Seakeeper Ride 900, Seakeeper Ride 1050, Seakeeper Ride 1125, Seakeeper Ride 1275 and Seakeeper Ride 1500. READ MORE |
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Product Focus
ACR Electronics GlobalFix™ V5 AIS EPIRB is an innovative EPIRB with a unique feature set.
An AIS alert provides the easiest and quickest path to rescue, while the included Return Link Service (RLS) functionality provides a welcome sense of security by providing direct to beacon confirmation that a distress message has been received. Adding Near Field Communication (NFC) to the mix allows for smartphone connectivity and access to data and product interaction...
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Smartgyro and Rising Sons Join Forces to Demonstrate Advanced Stabilization
Smartgyro, a global innovator in advanced marine stabilization solutions, has partnered with the Alabama-based tournament fishing team, Rising Sons, to showcase the power and performance of the SG60 stabilizer across the 2025 Gulf sportfishing season. With a packed schedule that includes some of the most prestigious tournaments in offshore sportfishing... READ MORE |
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People
Eight Bells – Jan Ploeger
PLOEGER, Jan Paul – Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa – Hospice Care on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the age of 50. Beloved son of Barbara (née Prentice) and John Ploeger. Loving father of Chase Ploeger of Keswick and good friend to Tammy Holwell (Chase’s mom). Jan attended St. John the Evangelist Catholic School and Henry Street High School in Whitby and Georgian College in Orillia.
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Eight Bells - Ken Blodgett
In Loving Memory of Kenneth Lorne Blodgett, May 17th 1946 – November 29th 2024. On Friday, November 29th, 2024, Ken was taken from us suddenly in Gore Bay in his 78th year after a near half century battling complications of Type 1 Diabetes. While we process this incredible loss and sadness, we are comforted by the fact that Ken lived a long, full life of fun and adventure.
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Calendar
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