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Message From The Editor
Sticker shock and the long term
Things seem really wonky to me right now. I’ve just come home from car shopping with my younger son. I was stunned at the asking prices. But let me be clear; we were looking at a ‘beater’ for him to drive to work this winter not a new truck or SUV. We surfed the online listings for something simple and reliable, and today we spent a couple of hours looking at a 14-year-old Dodge Caravan with 134,000 on it. At $8,000, it was the best deal we’d found after a couple of weeks of searching. You might recall back in 2011, Chrysler had amazing deals on Dodge vans as they were being phased out. You could get a new one for $25,000. So, it’s still worth about 1/3 of the original price with all those miles and rust too.
We were not looking for a high-end vehicle but I tripped across a 2010 BMW 750 sedan for the same $8,000 asking price. Instead of 134,000 km, it only had 89,000 and had clearly been well-maintained and garage kept. It looked like new. What’s going on?
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Impact
Virtual Marine
Newfoundland-based company Virtual Marine has spent the last 20 years putting Canada on the map with its cutting-edge development of marine simulator lifeboat training. Beginning with the oil & gas industry, Virtual Marine set out to revolutionize lifeboat training and save lives around the world. Read More |
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Feature
Cruisers Yachts Rebrand Flagship Model: Introducing The New 57 Fly
Cruisers Yachts, a renowned name in the luxury yacht industry, announces the rebranding of its esteemed 55 FLY model, now named the 57 FLY. “At Cruisers Yachts, we always strive to improve our products and ensure they reflect the true essence of our craftsmanship. Read More |
Building an Employer of Choice Culture
“We have always believed in giving our employees a voice, and entering the Employer of Choice award program is an extension of that. It’s great to receive this recognition, but we are not going to rest on our laurels. We will continue to find new and innovative ways to make Dometic a rewarding place to work and build a career,”... Read More |
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Events
ATA Canada Workshop has been rescheduled to March 6, 2025
Due to a timing conflict within the Canadian industry, the ATA Canada Workshop has been rescheduled to March 6, 2025, at Rolltec Rolling Systems Ltd. in Concord, Ont., Canada. Participants will include business owners in the Canadian provinces involved in shade, architectural structures, marine tops, tarps and more. Read More |
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Education
Register Now for the 2025 AMI Conference & Expo
Join us on January 28 – 30, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, FL for the AMI Conference & Expo. This is THE leading marina and boatyard conference. It is geared specifically toward marina and boatyard owners; operators and managers; as well as dock masters, harbormasters, boat builders and repairers, and industry consultants. Read More |
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Research
Canadian National Pleasure craft licensing statistics by province for the month of October 2024
The following charts gives the Canadian pleasure craft licensing statistics for the month of October 2024. Read More |
Recreational Boating Industry Statistics Published
The International Council of Marine Industry Associations, ICOMIA, has released the latest edition of their Recreational Boating Industry Statistics. The report provides a wealth of industry intelligence in one useful reference document and is the industry’s foremost statistical reference report, used extensively within the industry for analysing export markets... Read More |
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Product Focus
TeamO to reveal ‘game-changing’ lifejacket design at METSTRADE
Marine Industry News from the UK carried the story that TeamO Marine, a UK-based designer and manufacturer of safety products, has unveiled an advancement in maritime safety equipment with its new Hi-Lift lifejacket, which will be previewed at METSTRADE. Read More |
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Essential chocks fold to streamline the deck
Chocks are an essential piece of marine hardware, but they tend to detract from a boat’s sleek appearance, particularly if the vessel employs multiple sets to accommodate varied mooring requirements. Accon Marine 502 Series Folding Chocks fold flat for a clean, uncluttered, snag-free deck and don’t require a cutout...
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Product Focus
Eww, look at that stain. Grab the Moldaway
Even the cleanest boats have mold, mildew and algae lurking in the corners. That’s why pro marine detailers grab Shurhold Moldaway when tackling tough stains. The oxygenated formula cleans and renews a wide range of surfaces without the harsh chemicals that alter colors and deteriorate materials.
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Calendar
Boating Industry Canada News Week now lists many in-person events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows. Check the listings here.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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