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Message From The Editor
Are we Standing Strong Together?
As I wrote in the Editor’s Message last week titled, “Without warning, VC17 is coming off the market”, there are scary things lurking out there and we need to be aware of the challenges that could have a negative impact on boating.
In this week’s edition of Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest, we feature a story from NMMA Canada titled the “Federal Government Empowers Minister of Transport to Curb Watercraft Usage”. What?!! Curb Watercraft Usage?
In their October newsletter, NMMA Canada alerted their readers that the federal government had announced a streamlined process to restrict the use of watercrafts on lakes and rivers.
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Andy Adams, Editor
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Feature
Federal Government Empowers Minister of Transport to Curb Watercraft Usage
In their October newsletter, NMMA Canada alerted their readers that on October 12, the federal government had announced a streamlined process to restrict the use of watercrafts on lakes and rivers. Under this new process, the Minister of Transport has the authority to issue interim orders upon receiving a request from other levels of government...
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Feature
Come to the 2023 Annual Boating Ontario Conference where we will be Standing Strong Together
Join hundreds of delegates who have already registered to attend the 2023 Boating Ontario conference at Deerhurst taking place November 27-29, 2023. As in the past we have secured an UNBELIEVABLE room rate for you of just $159 per night! The rate is available until November 7th, so call to book your room at the resort as soon as possible using the Group Code...
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Winners announced for 4th Gussies International Electric Boat Awards
After tallying the votes from a panel of 25 international electric boat experts and 5,000+ electric boat enthusiasts all over the world, the fourth annual Gustave Trouvé Awards for Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating – ‘The Gussies’ – has announced the recipients of its 2023 1st Place honours. Awards were presented to nine boats, from high speed sport models to...
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Princecraft Celebrates their 70th Anniversary and a New Visual Identity
At Princecraft®, our expertise is shaped every day by our spirit of boating and has been for over 70 years. This spirit allows us to design solid boats, built to tackle every challenge. Our boating legacy enables us to offer you reliable, quality boats so you can explore, find your way, fish, go deep, chase your adventures, and push the limits of your playground.
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HanseYachts reports best first quarter in over ten years
HanseYachts AG has closed the first quarter of the 2023/2024 financial year with record results according to preliminary figures. Compared to the same quarter of the previous year, turnover grew by 37 percent to an anticipated 48.2 million euros. At the same time, the group increased its preliminary quarterly earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation...
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BRP watercrafts ride a wave of acclaim in Asia Pacific with Good Design Awards from Australia and Japan
BRP Inc., a global leader in the world of powersports and marine products, is riding a wave of recognition as it sees two of its watercrafts receive coveted awards from Good Design Awards contests. The personal watercraft Sea-Doo Explorer Pro and the Quintrex Freestyler X boat are both recipients of this prestigious award, a testimonial to BRP’s commitment to ingenuity...
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Centek Industries acquires Viking Marine Exhaust
Centek Industries, the world leader in marine exhaust and ventilation solutions, is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of Viking Marine Exhaust. This marks a significant step in Centek’s ongoing effort to broaden its offerings in engine room solutions. Viking Marine Exhaust is recognized for its commitment to delivering top-quality marine exhaust products...
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Education
MRAA, 700Credit Launch Guide to Fraud Detection & Prevention
The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) and 700Credit, an MRAA Education Champion, announce the release of a new MRAA Mini-Guide “Fraud Detection and Prevention in the Marine & Powersports Industry,” to help dealers understand fraud and implement detection tactics to prevent it.
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Research
NMMA’s 2022 Total Boat Registrations Report Available for Download
The NMMA 2022 report on total boat registrations is now available to download, part of the 2022 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract. There were 11.9 million boats registered and documented boats in the U.S. in 2022, down slightly compared to 2021.
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Product Focus
Zhik’s latest new bags & luggage for every type of water-based adventure
Zhik’s new range of waterproof back packs, dry bags and luggage are designed to keep your gear neat, compact and easy to transport. With multiple carrying options and handy features including a built-in touch sensitive pockets for your mobile device so you can pack it with confidence and use it with wet hands.
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Sirius Signal announces full Lithium Battery option for C-series SOS eVDSDs
Sirius Signal is launching the BA-1001 battery adaptor model, which enables the use of three single-use AA lithium batteries instead of three C alkaline batteries in their eVDSDs. This innovation not only showcases Sirius Signal’s dedication to reducing environmental impact in marine safety products but also enhances efficiency with advanced battery technology.
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Product Focus
Save the spring headaches, lube zips & snaps now
Winterizing a boat can be a chore, but a simple task done now will save a lot of headaches next spring: lubricate zippers and snaps with Snap Stick from Shurhold. Fast and easy to apply, it keeps plastic and metal fasteners and hinges working smoothly—even those attached to fabric that shrank while the boat was in storage.
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Calendar
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