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Message From The Editor
First mover advantage
Globally, fiberglass is a widely used material for building pleasure craft from light-weight sailing skiffs to 100-foot luxury yachts and beyond. Right now, there’s no problem with that. But in this week’s Boating Industry Canada New Week Digest, we have a story from the UK about the alarming discovery of ‘disturbing levels’ of fibreglass in oysters and mussels. This new study could alert politicians to a real and significant health threat to people and therefore, to the fishermen and aquaculture people whose catch (or products) may be compromised by this discovery.
Recent events like the Canadian Luxury Tax on boats that has been so damaging to our industry since it came into effect in September 2022, should make it clear, that the government and our politicians act in ways that are beneficial to their political interests, without much regard for what the impact will be on our industry and the potential loss of employment. In other words, I could imagine some politician leading the charge on banning fiberglass.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Distress Flare Disposal Update
Regular readers of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest know that we are concerned about the loss of options for boaters to dispose of their expired Distress Flares. Since those stories ran, we have received a few emails from companies who accept expired flares. For example, Steveston’s in BC has a spring flare return program. The Rigging Shoppe in Scarborough also had a collection day.
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British study reveals ‘disturbing level’ of fibreglass in oysters and mussels
A new study has revealed worrying levels of fibreglass in oysters and mussels in British waters. The research authors say it’s the first time fibreglass or glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) particles have been found entering the food chain, raising urgent environmental and health concerns. The study, a collaborative effort from the Universities of Brighton and Portsmouth, showed that GRP, used extensively in boat manufacturing...
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Written in partnership with North Sails
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Changing Scene
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Freedom Marine appointed to represent Riviera yachts in Canada
Freedom Marine International Yacht Sales has joined Riviera’s growing global network of dealerships and will represent Riviera in Canada. Freedom Marine will offer the complete range of Riviera yachts from 39 to 78 feet from its two offices in Coal Harbour, Vancouver, and Port Sidney Marina on Vancouver Island.
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CanBoat / NautiSavoir names Water Ways TV host Steven Bull as National Ambassador
Bull to help promote all aspects of Boating Safety including CanBoat / NautiSavoir’s long-time commitment to educating boaters for increased confidence and enjoyment on the water. On Monday, June 24, 2024, CanBoat / NautiSavoir announced that Steven Bull will serve as National Ambassador. The Producer and Host of both Water Ways TV and, new-in-2024, Water Ways...
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Changing Scene
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Sustainable Marine Fuels Begin Rolling Out with Pilot Program in Florida
July 2nd, 2024, NMMA, alongside partners Suzuki Marine, Hyperfuels and LyondellBasell, held an event to launch the first-ever pilot program for sustainable marine fuels at St. Andrews Marina in Panama City, FL, on the heels of new research investigating the porfolio of technologies to further reduce the 0.1% of global carbon emissions from recreational boating.
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KVH signs Pooled Data Agreement with Starlink
KVH Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: KVHI), has announced a greatly expanded relationship with Starlink through a bulk data distribution agreement with Starlink. The new agreement offers KVH increased flexibility in the development and sales of custom, cost-effective airtime plans using Starlink’s mobile priority service.
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New Ontario Sailing Partnership - Kropf Industrial
Ontario Sailing is excited to welcome Kropf Industrial as our official “Dock and Boat Handling Equipment Supplier of choice to Ontario Sailing”. Located in Seguin Ontario (near Parry Sound), the large manufacturing facility now recognized as Kropf Industrial Inc. was established as a small backyard welding shop in 1977 by their former President, Mr. Peter Kropf.
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Events
Registration is open for IBEX 2024
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry, announced that registration for visitors is now open for this year’s Show, set to take place at the Tampa Convention Center, October 1 – 3, 2024.
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Education
Manatee Technical College Earns Accreditation from ABYC Foundation
Florida school now an ABYC Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP), preparing future marine service technicians to enter the workforce. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) Foundation has designated the Marine Service Technology course at Manatee Technical College (MTC) a Marine Trades Accreditation Program (MTAP).
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Research
National Pleasure Craft Licensing Statistics for June 2024
The following charts gives the Canadian pleasure craft licensing statistics for the month of June 2024.
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Product Focus
Paddlers safer with reliable hand pump
 Even with a spray skirt, kayaks can ship water, making them uncomfortable and unsafe. With the reliable Thirsty-Mate 318P1 Sea-Kayak Pump from Beckson Marine, it’s fast and easy to de-water any small open or closed boat. Made in the USA from non-corroding polyvinyl with solvent-welded construction...Read More |
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TACO Marine® VHF Antenna Mount
 The TACO Marine® GS-800 VHF Antenna Mount was created specifically to prevent climbing on the boat gunnel to raise and lower a VHF antenna. Lift and descend the antenna from the safety of the deck from under the top. Safe, no-hassle raising and lowering of a VHF antenna. No more climbing on T-tops or gunnels...
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CRC SmartWasher Bioremediating Parts Washing System
 The CRC SmartWasher® Bioremediating Parts Washing System saves time and money and makes the parts washing process safer for employees and the environment. Bioremediation is the use of microbes to break down and “eat” oil, grease and carbon-based contaminants. CRC SmartWasher® meets or exceeds the cleaning performance of manual solvent and aqueous parts washers...
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Just Launched
KingFisher Boats Introduces Next-Generation 3025 XRS and 2725 XRS Offshore Models
KingFisher Boats, renowned for their rugged and versatile adventure boats, proudly announces the launch of their latest models – the 3025 XRS and 2725 XRS. These new additions to the Offshore Series epitomize innovation, performance, and luxury, setting a new benchmark in the world of welded heavy-gauge aluminum boats.
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People
Martin Lambot takes over the nautical products distribution company Tecmar
 Thierry Lambot, who founded TECMAR thirteen years ago and who is well known to those involved in the boating industry, handed over to his son Martin, a growing company that is now a leading player in the market. With around thirty brands distributed and more than 3,500 customers, it is on this positive trend that Martin Lambot will implement his ambitions, on the boating market...Read More |
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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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