2026 Sea Tow Safety Awards Recognise BoatClass, SUNY Maritime and Garmin
Sea Tow Foundation's 2026 boating safety awards highlight hands-on instruction, youth training, wireless man-overboard technology and effective dealer and community programmes.
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IBEX 2026 Post-Show Report Puts Affordable Boating and Practical Innovation First
A post-show review of IBEX 2026 highlights access, affordability, practical equipment awards and the skills that support recreational boat ownership.
Fasnap and SUREFAS Plan US Distribution of Four Marine Fastener Ranges
Fasnap and Dutch fastener specialist SUREFAS plan to distribute Q-SNAP, PERFIX, CAF-316 and CAF-COMPO marine cover fittings in the United States from early 2027.
Boating Marketing Leaders Meet in Tampa to Discuss AI, Trust and New Owners
The 2026 Discover Boating Marketing Leadership Summit brought boat dealers and manufacturers together in Tampa to examine AI, loyalty and strategies for reaching new …
British Marine Unveils Redesigned Member Hub for Seawork 2027
British Marine has announced a redesigned shared exhibiting area for Seawork 2027, offering improved visibility, member discounts and networking opportunities for marine suppliers.
ZAR mini Appoints Inflatable Boat Pro as US Importer and Expands Dealer Plans
ZAR mini names Inflatable Boat Pro its US importer, establishing ZAR Mini Boats USA to coordinate orders, recruit dealers and support American tender buyers.
Pelican Launches 'So Easy' and 'Catch & Share' Campaigns to Welcome New Paddlers
Pelican International has introduced two contrasting creative campaigns aimed at making recreational kayaking and fishing feel more welcoming to first-time boaters.
Wave Sport Returns to the US with Touring Kayaks and New TriFuse Hulls
Wave Sport's US relaunch brings Hydra touring and Horizon tandem kayaks to American shops, with its TriFuse construction debuting on Hydra models.
Hiko Wins Sustainability Award After Installing 180 Solar Panels
Hiko has won Strasbourg's 2027 Sustainability Award for a factory energy project using 180 solar panels and a stated 100kWp generation capacity.
Pindar Becomes British Sailing Team's Logistics Partner Ahead of LA 2028
Specialist marine logistics business Pindar has become the British Sailing Team's Official Logistics Partner as preparations continue for the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
SeaKing Adds Waterfront Chandlery and Marine Technology Partnerships
SeaKing Boatbuilders is adding a chandlery, marine audio distribution and fabrication technology to its Leigh-on-Sea base alongside its seven-metre 7MX build.
Rockley Wins British Marine Business of the Year in Its 50th Year
Poole-based sailing and watersports educator Rockley has won British Marine's Business of the Year award as the company celebrates its 50th anniversary.
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