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Message From The Editor
BREAKING NEWS: IBEX 2022 CANCELLED
About 1:30 pm EST on Sunday, I received an email from IBEX show organizers stating: The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced on Sunday, September 25th that based on the weather reports from NOAA and consultation with the City of Tampa, Tampa Convention Center, and other stakeholders, the cancellation of this year’s show.
“It is a very difficult decision to cancel IBEX 2022, as we were on track to have an excellent event,” said Anne Dunbar, IBEX Show Director. “The entire IBEX team is very disappointed, but the safety of our community is our priority. This was the right choice. Additional information will be shared with exhibitors and visitors as we work through our cancellation process.”
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Andy Adams, Editor aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Marine Industry Career Path: Andrew McDonald
The next graduate in our Marine Industry Career Path series is one of Canadian Yachting Media’s very own, Andrew McDonald! Andrew most recently graduated from Georgian College in Ontario and has years of great experience in all aspects of the marine industry. He’s a regular contributor to Canadian Yachting in his well-known “Ask Andrew” series.
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Feature
Order your Boating Industry Canada 2023 Calendar!
The new Boating Industry Canada calendar for 2023 will be mailed in November, packaged with the December 2022 issue of Canadian Yachting Magazine. In addition, Canadian Yachting Media staff will be personally delivering the calendars to dealers across Ontario and British Columbia. We will also provide on demand copies to the industry.
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Changing Scene
BRP reports record-breaking Fiscal Year 2023 Second Quarter Results
On September 14, 2022, BRP Inc. (TSX:DOO; NASDAQ:DOOO) reported its financial results for the three- and six month periods ended July 31, 2022. All financial information is in Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted. The complete financial results are available on SEDAR and EDGAR, as well as in the section Quarterly Reports of BRP’s website.
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Repairs to the Kirkfield Lift Lock: Modified Lockages for Through Traffic Only
Parks Canada advises that the Kirkfield Lift Lock will begin single-chamber lockages for through traffic only beginning on Monday, September 26, 2022. On September 2, 2022, the Kirkfield Lift Lock suffered a mechanical failure, resulting in the site’s closure. Since then, Parks Canada team members have been on-site, working diligently to address the issue to allow for the passage of vessels to their home ports.
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Changing Scene
3 Boating Safety Tips just right for Fall Boating
Fall boating season has arrived, and with it come different types of risks that cold water and air temperatures bring. Here are three boating safety tips from the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water just right for fall.
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Changing Scene
OXE Marine further strengthens their presence in Canada and the US
OXE Marine, the team behind the world's first high-performance diesel outboard OXE Diesel, signs on eight new partners across North and South America, vastly expanding their global distributor and dealer network for the OXE Diesel Outboard.
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Changing Scene
Freedom Boat Club continues its European expansion; announces first UK franchise partners and two new locations
On September 16, 2022, Freedom Boat Club, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) and the world’s largest boat club operator, announced the opening of its first franchise locations in the United Kingdom. Consistent with Freedom’s growth strategy to scale its European footprint, the two new locations in Windermere and Torquay...
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Changing Scene
ePropulsion expands with new R&D Center in Shanghai
ePropulsion, a global leader and market challenger in marine electric propulsion systems and services, has announced that it has opened a new research and development center in Shanghai. The new facility is intended to focus on the research of boat energy systems and electric propulsion systems based on the company’s portfolio of products...
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NMMA participates in Congressional Briefing on NOAA Fisheries’ Proposed Vessel Speed Restrictions
NMMA participated in a Hill briefing last week hosted by OCEANA, which focused on NOAA’s proposed rule to address ship strikes to endangered North Atlantic right whales and educated over 50 congressional staffers on the need for major revisions to NOAA’s proposal in order to achieve the shared goal of protecting the North Atlantic right whale population.
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Changing Scene
Dream Yacht achieves a record season
The world's leading yacht charter company announces solid results and launches new Fractional Yacht Ownership program. The Cannes Yachting Festival provided an opportunity for the Dream Yacht Group, the world's leading yacht charter company, headed by Loïc Bonnet for 22 years, to take stock of the last twelve months and a true post-Covid year.
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Changing Scene
Brunswick Corporation and its brands set new records at the 2022 Cannes Boat Show
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) and its industry leading brands achieved another record showing at the Cannes Boat Show, one of the most important marine industry events in Europe. Mercury Marine reported a record 65 percent outboard share on the water, representing a sizeable increase from its previous record showing in 2021.
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Changing Scene
RELiON® Battery joins The Conservation Alliance
The global Lithium Battery manufacturer joins The Conservation Alliance to protect and preserve wild places and wildlife by harnessing the collective power of businesses. RELiON® Battery, a part of the Navico Group, has announced a partnership with The Conservation Alliance...
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Changing Scene
Schmitt & Ongaro renames, rebrands
To better clarify its company image, Schmitt & Ongaro Marine Products has renamed and rebranded to Schmitt Marine, with product line brands Schmitt Steering Wheels and Ongaro Marine housed within the top-tier umbrella. Tim Schmitt, president, made the announcement.
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Events
Plan to attend the Boating BC Conference
Boating BC is looking forward to hosting their Boating BC Conference in November. Marina Night will be held on Nov. 21 and the Conference will be held on Nov. 22-23. The association will have some exciting things in the works and they look forward to sharing it with you soon. Plan your stay at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel and receive a corporate rate.
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Events
Registration is now open for the Boating Ontario Conference and Christmas Awards Gala
After a long and busy summer, Boating Ontario invites you to get away from it all and escape to Deerhurst Resort for an engaging, educational and rejuvenating conference. This year the association has planned some unforgettable events and speakers and they're going to hold a Boating Ontario Association Christmas Party as well.
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Registration for the leading Marina Conference is now open!
The AMI Conference & Expo is geared specifically toward marina and boatyard owners; operators and managers; as well as dock masters, harbormasters, boat builders and repairers, and industry consultants. Network with marine industry leaders and explore our one-stop-shop exhibit hall with more than 150 booths showcasing cutting-edge products...
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Education
ABYC - Sur/Tech Call for Proposals
ABYC's Sur/Tech is returning in 2023! Dedicated to providing continuing education and technical training to the marine industry, Sur/Tech attracts manufacturers, surveyors, installers, repair technicians, engineers, consultants, and educational institutions.
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Education
ABYC Foundation to host Student Career Day at IBEX
As part of its ongoing efforts to engage future marine technicians, the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) Foundation has partnered with the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) to host an inaugural Student Career Day on Thursday, Sept. 29, in Tampa, FL.
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Research
2021 U.S. Boating Statistical Abstract: Pre-owned Boat Market Report now available
The Pre-owned Boat Market section of NMMA’s 2021 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available. The report includes retail unit sales data, retail market values, average price information, and pre-owned boat sales trends from 2008-2021.
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Product Focus
Stay connected for up to 30 days with the inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle from Garmin
Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), has announced the inReach® Mini 2 Marine Bundle, a satellite communication device with two-way messaging and SOS capabilities1 bundled with a boat-friendly mount that provides quick-and-easy access in a moment’s notice. Rugged, compact and purpose-built for life off the grid...
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People
New Show Manager for Vancouver International Boat Show
Canadian Boat Shows announces that their new Show Manager for the Vancouver International Boat Show will be Amanda Henschell. For the past 18 years Amanda has been the National Marketing and Show Manager at Fraserway RV and BC’s 2 RV Shows (Snowbird RV Show & Sale, Earlybird RV Show & Sale), both held at TRADEX in Abbotsford.
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Robert Wilson (Rob) Ball: 1943 – 2022
We were saddened to hear of the recent death of noted C&C Yachts designer Rob Ball. Rob succumbed to injuries suffered in a recent fall on September 9th at the age of 79 at his home in New Bedford, Mass. It can be safely said that no yacht designer in the long history of the sport had more designs to his credit than Rob Ball.
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Calendar
After two years of COVID-19 disruption, in-person events are finally returning.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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