Boating News
All aboard for information on sailing, yachting, rafting, rowing, sculling, canoeing, kayaking and powerboating. Get news about boat safety, nautical technology, boat shows, competitions, marinas, dealers, brokers and other marine related businesses.
ShoreMaster Fabric Products is Relocating to a New Facility
ShoreMaster Fabric Products has announced that they will be relocating to a new manufacturing facility in Fergus Falls, MN. - September 01, 2012 - ShoreMaster Fabric Products
Cardinal Yachts Launches in India Tapping Into Buoyant Leisure Boating Market
Premier Boat Builder Announces Extensive Luxury Fleet as Indians' Millionaire Class Sees Significant Growth - August 24, 2012 - Cardinal Yachts
NOAA Florida Tides Charts on Satellite Mapping Released for Android
New mobile software for Android provides Real-Time Florida Tides Charts from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), Satellite maps, tide flow graphs and Florida Wildlife Commission Fishing Rules & Regulations and Fish Photo Identification. - August 22, 2012 - NesTides, Inc.
International Marine Industry Fair - SMM Hamburg - GEA Heat Exchangers
Between 4 and 7 September there will be held in Hamburg the most important trade fair for the shipbuilding, machinery and marine technology sector. This exhibition will present the latest developments in the marine industry. In this exhibition the heat exchangers division of GEA (GEA Heat... - August 22, 2012 - Laygo
SoNo Rowing's Robin Ritchey Off to Junior National Team Development Camp
Wilton High School Sophomore Robin Ritchey and SoNo Rowing athlete has been selected for the Junior National Development Camp, a program that prepares rowers for the US National Rowing Team. - June 09, 2012 - SoNo Rowing Inc
The British Virgin Islands Partners with the Island of the Month Club for 2013
The Island of the Month Club continues to expand its exotic island partnerships. Beginning in 2013, the Island of the Month Club and the BVI Tourism Board will be coordinating and delivering island events together to private yacht clubs across America. This new partnership works in the best... - May 24, 2012 - Island of the Month Club
BOATsmart! Awareness Week May 14-18: Educating Canadians from Coast to Coast on the Importance of Safe Boating
BOATsmart Canada is raising awareness about boating safety in time for the summer cottage and boating season. Learn how to keep yourself safe, and how to get your Pleasure Craft Operator Card, required for all Canadian boaters. - May 12, 2012 - BOATsmart Canada
Discover Cutting-Edge Yachts, Jet Pack Demonstrations and BMWs; There’s a Lot to See at the April 19-22 Newport Boat Show, Presented by Sterling BMW Newport Beach
The largest collection of big yachts west of the Mississippi is returning to Newport Beach for the biggest in-the-water boat show in the West: the 39th annual Newport Boat Show, April 19-22 at Lido Marina Village. - April 19, 2012 - Duncan McIntosh Co Inc
Big Tuna "Floating" to the App Store
On its flagship project, Big Tuna Apps LLC announced today their Float Plan app is now available for the iPhone. Inshore, offshore, or near shore, the Float Plan app is an easy add-on to your safety gear. The Float Plan app takes a traditional, extremely useful concept, into quick and easy steps. By providing the pedigree info of your boating adventure to your loved ones, the Float Plan app will give them more peace of mind and also help rescuers. - April 17, 2012 - Big Tuna Apps LLC
Lumitec Launches Next Generation Flood Lights: The Caprera2 and the Capri2
World’s first dual color flood lights Feature DeckSweep Technology. - April 13, 2012 - Lumitec
Arnold & Itkin File Jones Act Suit for Injured Worker
After a Texas worker became injured on a crew boat, he sought the help of Texas offshore injury attorneys at Arnold & Itkin who were able to file a claim on his behalf. - April 10, 2012 - Arnold & Itkin
New 5 Series Brands Next Generation of Catalina Sailing Yachts
Catalina’s new designs, coined the Catalina 5 Series, is the new generation of Catalinas, a deliberate move to brand the line to a higher level of performance, finish, engineering achievement and sophistication. There are currently four models in the Catalina 5 Series, the Catalina 445, 385,... - March 15, 2012 - Catalina Yachts
JOB2SEA the First Port of Call for Maritime Jobs at Sea and Ashore
JOB2SEA the leading specialist maritime job board, is proud to announce the launch of their new and improved global maritime job board www.JOB2SEA.com. The new JOB2SEA site has been designed to help job seekers find the best maritime jobs and recruiters the best candidates. - February 24, 2012 - JOB2SEA.com
Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Marketing Efforts for Float Boat Invention
An innovative new product designed to provide its users with the enjoyment and amenities of a larger watercraft, the Float Boat, has been developed by Billy Jack Armistead, Jr. of Covington, Georgia. The invention's unique design renders it a fun and cost-effective alternative to the higher expense... - February 18, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
AXI Premiers Touch Screen Controller for SMART Fuel Polishing Systems at the Miami Boat Show
The TSC 7000 Touch Screen Controller will be available for pre-order at AXI’s booth #4071 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, February 16-20, 2012. - February 11, 2012 - AXI International
Sunreef Yachts Introduces New Concept, the Sunreef 75, to the Ultimate Range
In 2011, after ten years of successful growth in the market of luxury, custom-made top quality catamarans and sailing, power yachts and superyachts, Sunreef Yachts has launched a new range of performing fast cruisers ranging from 70 to 170 feet, the Ultimate range. - February 09, 2012 - Sunreef Yachts
SAB Miller Beer Floats Record 72' Billboard
Cervecia Nacional brand, Atlas Beer, has launched a 2000 square foot floating billboard on the seas of Panama Bay. The inflatable billboard branding, supplied by Panama Portable Billboards and designed by bbi Displays, promotes the "El Sabor Por Mi Gente" campaign. - February 05, 2012 - Billboard Boats Inc.
Global Company Celebrates 60 Successful Years and Officially Announces New Boating Business
Belzona Inc., Pushes the Boat Out with Its Worldwide Success and Harbors another Business in Florida Bringing a Load of Job Opportunities - February 03, 2012 - Belzona Marine
New Catalina 315 is Latest in the Refined Catalina 5 Series
Catalina’s new designs, coined the Catalina 5 Series, have moved the brand to a higher level of performance, finish and engineering accomplishments. The Catalina 315 is the newest in the series, taking a new tack in the global sailing marketplace with all the style and refinement of the larger Catalina 5 Series boats. - January 15, 2012 - Catalina Yachts
Sunreef Yachts Signs Contract for a New Composite Performance Superyacht, Sunreef 80
Following two superyacht launches in 2010, Sunreef Yachts continues moving forward in the field of large yacht design. In early 2011, the shipyard received an order for an 82 feet Double Decker, and the company is now delighted to announce a new sale of a similarly sized 80 feet LOA yet dramatically different concept based on light displacement, performance and speed. - January 15, 2012 - Sunreef Yachts
Sea Hawk Paints to be Official Sponsor of 2012 Heineken Regatta
Sea Hawk Paints, a division of New Nautical Coatings, Inc. of Clearwater, Florida, is pleased to announce its participation as an official sponsor of the 32nd Heineken Regatta, which takes place March 1-4, 2012 from the Caribbean Island of St. Maarten in the Netherlands Antilles. The regatta will... - December 02, 2011 - New Nautical Coatings
LearnToSail.Net Releases New 64 Bit Windows Versions of Their Sailing and Boating Software
LearnToSail.Net has released new upgraded versions of their Learn to Sail! with Multimedia! Vol I and II and Learn Coastal Navigation! with Multimedia! Training CDROMs to run on 64 bit Windows Systems. These are interactive, self-training CDROMs that offer an affordable beginner program environment... - November 30, 2011 - LearnToSail.Net
Marcali Yacht Brokerage Launches New Yacht Management Services Division
Yacht Management Services, Brokerage & Consultings - November 12, 2011 - Marcali Yacht Brokerage & Consulting
HIG Capital Acquires Teleflex Marine
HIG Capital, a private equity firm specializing in providing capital to small and mid-sized companies, recently acquired Teleflex Marine. - November 11, 2011 - H.I.G. Capital
One Concierge Offers Access to America's Cup World Series (San Diego)
One Concierge offers clients VIP access & concierge support for 2011 America's Cup World Series in San Diego. - November 03, 2011 - One Concierge
NOAA's 2012 Tide Tables and Tidal Current Tables Are Now Available from North Wind Publishing
North Wind Publishing has published 6 volumes of NOAA’s 2012 Tide Tables and Tidal Current Tables. NOAA's Tide Tables and Tidal Current tables are used by professional and recreational mariners for navigation. For professional mariner’s, these books meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements for use aboard commercial vessels navigating in US waters. The U.S. Coast Guard recommends these for all navigators. - October 31, 2011 - North Wind Publishing
Oak Ridge Product Development Company Receives International Recognition for New Product Innovation
Protomet Corporation received a 2011 International Boatbuilders Exhibition (IBEX) Innovation Award for the design and manufacture of the new VIEW4RCE VR-140 Panoramic Boat Mirror. - October 31, 2011 - Protomet Corporation
JetBoarder International Launches Sprint: World's First Kids JetBoard
In another pioneering first Australian Company Jetboarder International launches, Sprint. The first ever Kids JetBoarder. Powered by a 5.5 Horsepower Engine, the Sprint is sure to excite any 12 - 16 year old. - October 27, 2011 - JetBoarder International
One Concierge Sets Sail for 21st Monaco Yacht Show
With over 30,000 people expected to attend the 2011 Monaco Yacht Show, One Concierge will be on hand to provide clients with a varied selection of yachting and concierge solutions. - September 18, 2011 - One Concierge
Houston Self Storage Company Proguard Storage Offers Secure Boat and RV Storage
Texas storage provider Proguard Storage’s large climate control storage units for boats and RVs help customers prepare for the colder months. - September 11, 2011 - Proguard Storage - Houston Public Storage
CA Department of Boating Launches Floating Billboards to Promote Waterway Pollution Awareness
The California Department of Boating and Waterways has employed an alternative advertising solution to reach boaters. Its pollution awareness campaign is now featured on floating inflatable billboards in Southern California marinas and waterways. - September 01, 2011 - Billboard Boats Inc.
Finally a World Record
After two years of attempts the World Record Academy recognizes the World Record. - August 15, 2011 - Dream Boats Global
Deltaville Boatyard's New 75Ton Marine Travel Lift
Yacht repair and refit company, Deltaville Boatyard on the Chesapeake Bay, installs new 75Ton marine travel lift in order to accommodate larger vessels now becoming norm in the recreational boating industry. - July 31, 2011 - Deltaville Boatyard
Sunreef Yachts Announces Two Premiere Catamaran-Yachts at the Cannes Intl Boat Show 2011
As every year, Sunreef Yachts will exhibit its finest yachts at the Cannes International Boat Show. As a Worldwide Premiere the shipyard will display Sunreef 58 IN THE WIND, new sailing catamaran model launched in May 2011 and Sunreef 114 CHE, the biggest sloop-rigged catamaran in the world and the biggest Sunreef yacht ever built. She is going to be the largest catamaran on the show. - July 03, 2011 - Sunreef Yachts
Acoustiblok Noise Reduction Material Gains a New Following: Boat Owners
Applying Acoustiblok’s 3mm noise deadening material to the noise source – the engine wall, engine cover, and gas tank cover – one boat owner reduced unwanted noise on his boat by more than 65 percent. - June 13, 2011 - Acoustiblok, Inc.
LearnToSail.Net Offers Free Downloads for National Safe Boating Week
To celebrate National Safe Boating Week, LearnToSail.Net is offering free Rules of the Road and Safety article downloads and $45 off of their critically acclaimed Sailing Training CD/DVD plus free US shipping and a Free Sailing App. "It is very important to us that people out there boating... - May 28, 2011 - LearnToSail.Net
St Martin Powerboats Welcomes New Representation in Middle East
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Bahrain target for development as mini speedboat popularity increases globally. - May 01, 2011 - St Martin Powerboats
Shurhold Expands Marine Care Product Line with Custom Boat Covers
Shurhold, a leading designer and manufacturer of specialty care and accessory products for the marine, RV and auto industries, has expanded its marine care product line with new custom boat covers and semi-custom boat covers. Shurhold’s custom and semi-custom boat covers each come with a... - April 29, 2011 - Shurhold
LearnToSail.Net Offers Tax Refund Special
This Tax Weekend, LearnToSail.Net is offering $45 off of their critically acclaimed Sailing Training CD/DVD plus Free US shipping and a Free Sailing App. "It is very important to us that people out there who want to learn to sail to realize that it is an affordable sport," states Linda... - April 16, 2011 - LearnToSail.Net
Out for Adventure Wilderness Tours Offers a Free Travel Program for Group Organizers
Out For Adventure Wilderness Tours unveils a free travel program designed to reward group organizers with a free sea kayaking vacation. - April 14, 2011 - Out For Adventure Wilderness Tours Ltd.
Offshore Sailing School Celebrates 47th Anniversary in New York City
Offshore Sailing School is planning an anniversary party in New York City on Friday, May 13, 2011 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. to celebrate 47 years of teaching people to sail. Steve and Doris Colgate, founders of Offshore Sailing School now based in Fort Myers, Florida, will host the anniversary party... - April 12, 2011 - Offshore Sailing School
JetBoarder Announces Carbon Fibre Jetboarder Due for Release in July 2011
Pioneer JetBoarder International has commenced production of worlds first Carbon Fibre JetBoarder. The main benefits advises Chris Kanyaro is it will be lighter faster and more rigid. - April 11, 2011 - JetBoarder International
AutoWeb Technologies Announces the Launch of the Newly Designed Bay Boat Works Web Site for Boating Enthusiasts in the Northern Maryland Chesapeake Bay Area
AutoWeb Technologies Announces the launch of the newly designed Bay Boat works web site for boating enthusiasts in the Northern Maryland Chesapeake Bay area. The site will offer many useful online tools for boaters and is mobile ready for smartphones. - April 10, 2011 - AutoWeb Technologies
Gap Adventures Introduces New Sailing Tours in Southeast Thailand on the Eve of Songkran
Adventure travel company expands collection of world-renowned marine adventures and sets sail in the Gulf of Thailand. - April 07, 2011 - G Adventures
Improved New Model of Saturn Inflatable Boats Launched by BoatsToGo.com
BoatsToGo.com is excited to announce that the new features further improve the durability of SD430 inflatable boats. - April 04, 2011 - Boatstogo.com
Gap Adventures Lures Sailing Enthusiasts to Unique Greek Islands Adventures Aboard Its Private Yachts
Gap Adventures boosts the allure of a relaxing Greek sailing adventure with 20% discounts on all Greek Islands Sailing trips for May and June 2011. - April 01, 2011 - G Adventures
Trilogy Excursions Announces New $2M Catamaran to Service Molokini Islet
Maui activity company, Trilogy Excursions, adds a state-of-the-art, 64-foot vessel to its fleet. - March 30, 2011 - Trilogy Excursions
Marine Electrical Products Adds New Sales Staff Positions
Marine Electrical Products, Lebanon, Missouri, adds Tim Grimes and Jeff Rashid to key sales positions. - March 30, 2011 - Marine Electrical Products
Bell Performance Announces BELLICIDE for Fuel Storage Problems
BELLICIDE is the solution for microbial contamination in fuel storage systems. Eliminating bacteria and fungi problems. - March 24, 2011 - Bell Performance Inc
STS 134 & Island Boat Line Launch Viewing Cruise - April 19th is the End of a Legacy as Shuttle Endeavour Lifts Off to Its Final Journey to Space
Island Boat Lines & Indian River Queen Boarding Passes are now available for the April 19th night launch cruise. Passengers will view this special night launch on the Banana River on USCG certified tour boats. Indian River Queen passengers will view this launch on a triple deck paddle-wheel boat. All vessels will be positioned north of the 528 causeway and will enjoy a spectacular view of the launch. - March 02, 2011 - Island Boat Lines