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Message From The Editor
Make hay while the sun shines
Things have certainly been difficult for Canada’s boating industry lately with unprecedented demand, but severe product shortages and now the apparent certainty of the new luxury tax and the fresh headwinds of record high inflation is being countered by the government quickly raising interest rates.
With so much uncertainty, marinas and dealers have a major challenge to plan product orders and inventory levels, especially given the continued supply chain problems. We just learned that Scotland’s Boat Show 2022, which was due to take place this October, has been cancelled and their 2021 event was also cancelled.
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Supercharge your Training and Development Program
A targeted training and development plan is one of the best retention strategies any organization can implement. The benefits are tremendous – it makes employees feel more independent, helps satisfy their thirst for knowledge and creates better job performance.
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Changing Scene
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HanseYachts AG obtains put option for selling shareholding in French subsidiary
In the course of portfolio optimization, HanseYachts AG through its subsidiary Privilège Marine Holding GmbH has reached an agreement, June 16th, 2022, on a right of sale (put option) regarding its shareholding in Privilège Marine. A consortium around long-time CEO Gilles Wagner is envisaged as the buyer of the French catamaran manufacturer based in Port Olona...
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Bayshore Yacht Sales announces significant growth this spring!
Based out of Midland, ON, Bayshore Yacht Sales expands its reach across Georgian Bay and Lake Simcoe, offering 7 boat lines and hiring industry-leading yacht broker Ryan Wheeler to support the team’s growth! Since the acquisition in August 2019, Bayshore Yacht Sales (BYS) has grown to become the Sales Division for Maple Leaf Marinas (MLM)...
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Changing Scene
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Lippert's Florida team wins top manufacturing award
Lippert Components, Inc.(Lippert™), a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions dedicated to shaping, growing, and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle, and building products industries, and their adjacent markets...
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ePropulsion appoints Global OEM Sales Director and acquires majority shares in UK distributor
ePropulsion, a global leader and market challenger in marine electric propulsion systems and services, has announced the acquisition of shares in ePropulsion UK to become the majority shareholder. As a result of this acquisition, ePropulsion will have closer collaboration with the UK dealer network headed by Steve Bruce, Managing Director for ePropulsion UK...
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Events
Four Canadian Cities Shortlisted to Host SailGP Event
SailGP could be coming to Canada in 2023/2024 as part of Season 4. Following a very competitive domestic bid process, with interest from ten potential host cities, SailGP has announced that the following four cities are on the short list: Halifax, Kingston, Montreal, and Victoria.
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The International Achievement Awards (IAA) deadline extended to June 30!
Take advantage of this extra time to submit a project. The deadline to submit a project into the 2022 International Achievement Awards (IAA) has been extended. Entries will now close on June 30. Don't miss out getting the recognition you deserve! Submit your project today.
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Education
ABYC Micro-Courses free for Members & Certified Technicians!
Increase your industry knowledge and accumulate CEUs! These courses are for members and certified technicians - you will need to login to access. There are lots of factors to think about when installing a new device in an older boat. Join ABYC lead instructor Mike Bonicker and veteran bow thruster installer Kenny Parish...
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Product Focus
Simple tips for a clean outboard
Whether it's a single small outboard on the back of a runabout or quads on an offshore center console, it's important to maintain engines in showroom-like condition. Keeping cowlings clean not only makes the entire boat look better, but adds to their overall resale value. Shurhold offers some Clean-N-Simple tips for helping outboards look their best.
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New Boat Bundle preserves finish
Clean and gleaming in the sun, new boats have a sparkle that quickly fades if preventative steps aren't taken. The New Boat Bundle from Glidecoat has everything needed to prepare the hull surface and apply a ceramic coating that will preserve the showroom finish of a 30' boat and make future maintenance faster and easier.
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Product Focus
Scanstrut introduces ROKK Wireless 12/24V Waterproof Wireless Phone Charging Range
The IPX6 waterproof 12/24V Qi certified phone waterproof wireless charging range enables charging for the outdoor environment, without the need for phone charging cables. Designed from the ground up, this is the world’s first waterproof wireless charge system created specifically for use onboard, with the unique technology housed in an IPX6...
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Drystack operations grow with PWC Launcher
With a greater than 8% year-over-year sales growth (in the US), personal watercraft (PWC) continue to be an inexpensive way to enjoy boating. Responding to this surge in new ownership, savvy drystack operators are offering storage for them with a state-of-the-art CAPRIA PWC Launcher as the centerpiece.
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People
TACO Marine® Marketing Manager Dana Koman named to Marine Marketers of America Board of Directors
TACO Marine® Marketing Manager Dana Koman has been appointed to serve a three-year term on the Board of Directors of Marine Marketers of America (MMA), the voice for marketing professionals in the recreational marine industry. Dana got her start in the marine industry as the Junior Sailing Program Administrator for the Edgartown, MA Yacht Club.
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Calendar
In-person events are back! Boating Industry Canada has a list of the events that are the most relevant to our readers.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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