Auckland, New Zealand – Vesper Marine, a leading manufacturer of innovative marine electronics, announced today the activation of Hailer and Fog-Horn capability on all existing Cortex M1 hubs when upgraded to software version 1.7. The free update also includes enhancements to VHF control and sensor flexibility. The key new feature of the software update is the

LEADING ELECTRIC PROPULSION MANUFACTURER INVESTS IN DEVELOPMENT OF TOP TALENT Somerset, N.J. – ePropulsion, a global leader and market challenger in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today it has expanded its management staff to include the hire of new marketing director and head of Hong Kong office, Rita Li. Chang Zhao has expanded her

Dallas, Texas – Suntex Marina Investors, LLC (Suntex), the premier owner and operator of best-in-class marina properties, announced today the acquisition of the Marinas at Little Harbor. Located in Ruskin, Florida and formerly known as Antigua Cove and Village Marina, the Marinas at Little Harbor offer exceptional amenities to boaters in the Tampa Bay area. Offering

Newport, R.I. – The National Sailing Hall of Fame (NSHOF) announced today the induction of eleven sailors during its 11th ceremony, held on Saturday, October 16th, 2021, in Newport, Rhode Island. The Class of 2021 includes: Alexander “Red” Bryan and Cortlandt “Bud” Heyniger – founders of Alcort, Inc. and designers and producers of the iconic Sunfish.William “Carl” Buchan – championship sailor, Olympic gold

The Nation’s Largest Volunteer Recreational Boating Safety Nonprofit Partners with Marine Manufacturers to Champion Boating Safety and Boater Education Raleigh, N.C. – With Americans taking to the water in record numbers to enjoy the socially distanced fun and relaxation that boating provides, boating accidents, injuries and fatalities increased by approximately 25 percent* from 2019 to 2020,

Dallas, Texas – Suntex Marina Investors, LLC (Suntex), the premier owner and operator of best-in-class marina properties, announced today that Suntex has taken occupancy of the Las Olas Marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Suntex will now commence its plans to develop the marina and transform it into a world-class marine facility. Las Olas Marina is a

North America’s Largest Marine Industry Trade Event Brought Exhibitors and Visitors Back Together With Attendance Exceeding Expectations Tampa, FL – The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced today that its 30th Anniversary Show closed on Thursday, September 30 with early indications that attendance figures exceeded expectations for the three-day event. With the return of an

LEADING ELECTRIC PROPULSION MANUFACTURER EXPANDS DISTRIBUTION NETWORK IN KEY MARKET Somerset, N.J. – ePropulsion, a global leader and market challenger in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today it has expanded its distribution network in Australia by launching ePropulsion AU. This new business unit will handle all sales, service, support and any repairs or warranty claims

Newport, R.I. – Newport Exhibition Group, owners and producers of the Newport International Boat Show, announced today that, even with travel restrictions and supply chain disruptions still impacting exhibitors, the 50th Anniversary Show was nothing short of exceptional. The four-day event, held along the downtown waterfront in Newport, Rhode Island, opened on Thursday, September 16 and