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Empex Watertoys® Adds New Life to Lagan Valley Leisureplex
Empex Watertoys® has announced that their waterpark equipment will be integrated into Lagan Valley Leisureplex. Lagan Valley Leisureplex is based in the heart of Lisburn City; the Leisure Plex boasts the largest leisure pool in Northern Ireland. The Lisburn City Council has embarked on a major... - June 21, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
Tampa Bay Water Polo to Host 2015 Guy Harvey Outpost Beach Water Polo Classic
Tampa Bay Water Polo will host “2015 Guy Harvey Outpost Beach Water Polo Classic.” The high-energy and fun extreme sport debuts on St. Pete Beach this Saturday, June 13th, 2015, 7:30 am - 2:00 pm. A sport usually only found in Europe or along the beaches of southern California debuts... - June 12, 2015 - Tampa Bay Water Polo
Carole A. Feuerman Solo Show - "Swimming by the Harbour" at Harbour City, Hong Kong
Carole Feuerman has been invited to China for her first solo show in Hong Kong at Harbour City. The show, organized by Art in the City by Harbour City, runs from June 18th to July 5th.The sculptures will be on view daily from 10 am till 10pm. Harbour City is located on the spectacular Victoria Harbour, one of the busiest spots in Hong Kong, and right next to the famous Star Ferry terminal. - June 02, 2015 - Carole Feuerman
Empex Installs a New Splash Park at Singapore's Sports Hub
Empex Watertoys® has just completed the installation of an exciting Splash Park in Singapore’s Sports Hub. Working together with Playpoint Singapore, Empex created an exciting array of water features for children to age 12. A central Aquadek with swaying palms is the centerpiece of the... - May 23, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
Wettest Show on Earth at The Hilton Seoul
The Hilton Hotel in Korea’s capital, Seoul has installed the latest version of the Empex Aquacircus water playground. The new version is a downsized layout for installation in hotels and resorts, recreation centers, and areas where space is a premium. The Hilton water playground features an... - May 23, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
HydroGuard Launches Series of IPX6-Rated Water-Resistant Dry Bags
Designed to protect smartphones, cameras, clothing and other personal items while camping or boating, the new dry bags are available in 10L, 20L or 30L sizes. - May 20, 2015 - Aleratec
WAXTRAK Attends The Boardroom International Surfboard Show
WAXTRAK is excited to attend The Boardroom International Surfboard Show on May 16th and 17th in San Diego at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. WAXTRAK is set to launch their new line of traction patterns. The Boardroom will be showcasing the latest in surfboard design and surf equipment from around the... - May 06, 2015 - WAXTRAK Inc
IVI Vision Announces New Product Launch
Iconic eyewear brand, IVI Vision, announced today very exciting new product launches for this summer and it’s new management team. The new product releases for summer 2015 include two new acetate color stories and five new styles. The three new men’s styles are The Lee, Hunter and... - May 01, 2015 - IVI Vision
Newport Sea Base Rowing to Send 20 Athletes to South West Regional Youth Championships
Sea Base Rowing inaugural year will close on a high note. - April 28, 2015 - Newport Sea Base Rowing
WindRider Rebrands, Increases Focus on Community Resources for Sailors
The brand repositioning marks a shift in focus from WindRider as merely a manufacturer and seller of trimarans and parts to a comprehensive resource for all things sailing. - April 16, 2015 - WindRider
A New Use for Austin B-Cycles: Life Time Tri Captex Triathlon Participants Will Ride Austin B-Cycles for the Supersprint Event This Memorial Day
In advance of the 25th annual Life Time Tri CapTex on May 25, Life Time–The Healthy Way of Life Company and Austin B-cycle, Austin’s bike sharing service, today announced the introduction of a new “Austin B-cycle Wave”—a featured highlight of the SuperSprint distance... - April 15, 2015 - Life Time Tri CapTex
Makunudu Island Announces Enhancement Plan - Phase One
Makunudu Island, one of the Maldives original and much loved island resorts is getting ready for the first phase of gentle enhancements that will form part of a longer term upgrade programme. - April 13, 2015 - Makunudu Island
Worth Avenue Yachts to Exhibit Eleven Luxury Yachts at the 2015 Palm Beach International Boat Show This Week
Worth Avenue Yachts - the renowned yacht brokerage company famous for their successful team-based approach to yacht sales and yacht charter - will be attending the 2015 Palm Beach International Boat Show this week, Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 March 2015, exhibiting eleven luxury yachts. - March 25, 2015 - Worth Avenue Yachts
Waterpark Equipment Company Empex Watertoys® Announces Hilton Seoul Aquacircus Project at Asian Attraction Expo in Hong Kong
The waterpark equipment company Empex Watertoys® has announced that the latest version of the Empex Aquacircus has been installed at the Hilton Hotel in Seoul, South Korea. The new waterpark spray equipment is a downsized Aquacircus layout for installation in hotels and resorts, recreation... - March 25, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
Waterpark Equipment Company Empex Watertoys® Goes Green with AQUATROPICA™
The waterpark equipment company Empex Watertoys® goes green with AQUATROPICA™, a new line of leafy, tropical water spray park equipment. The new waterpark equipment features: tropical trees, flowers, caterpillars, butterflies, bugs, snails, monkeys and birds, all intended to provide an... - March 20, 2015 - Empex Watertoys
Jill Heinerth to Share Expedition Stories at Upcoming Event Hosted by Oceanblue Divers
Dive Club Welcomes Underwater Cave Explorer and Environmentalist on March 26th in New York City - March 13, 2015 - Oceanblue Dive
Longman & Van Grack Attorney Adam Van Grack Selected as Chair of U.S. Olympic Center of Excellence
Adam Van Grack, one of Longman & Van Grack's Sports and Recreation Law attorneys, has been named Chair of the Potomac Whitewater Racing Center (PWRC), the largest U.S. Olympic Center of Excellence for canoe and kayak racing. Funded with private donations as nonprofit entities, U.S. Olympic... - February 23, 2015 - Longman & Van Grack, LLC
Michael Feld Reflects on His Role with National Association of Underwater Instructors
NAUI Board of Directors Member Brings Expertise as Owner and CEO of Oceanblue Enterprises. - February 19, 2015 - Oceanblue Dive
Pool Netr™ Will be Exhibiting at the Western Pool & Spa Show in Long Beach, California on March 12-14, 2015
Westar Plastics LLC, in business since 1996, is attending the Western Pool & Spa Show for the first time ever. They will be in Booth #727, and they will be showcasing their Pool Netr™ and Spa Netr™ products. - February 08, 2015 - Pool Netr™
Pool Netr™ is Exhibiting at the 2015 Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show, Booth #925, on Feb. 26-Mar. 1, 2015
Westar Plastics LLC, in business since 1996, will be bringing their latest consumer products to this popular home and garden show, and will be debuting a new product, the Spa Netr™ for the first time to the general public. - February 08, 2015 - Pool Netr™
SurfEdukators Present the Launch of Their New Online Surfing Magazine
SurfEdukators teach all things surfing related for beginners and intermediate surfers. - February 05, 2015 - SurfEdukators
Shark Bait Umbrella and Chair Rentals Available at Vero’s South Beach Park
Shark Bait Beach Gear Rentals gives thanks to Vero Beach Lifeguards on Thanksgiving Weekend Grand Opening. - November 25, 2014 - Shark Bait Beach Gear Rentals
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed to Represent Pool Buddies Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative and eye catching new product designed to greatly enhance the swimming pool experience, the Pool Buddies, has been developed by Steven D. James of Collinsville, Illinois. The invention’s unique design provides an above ground pool with a host of different benefits. The Pool... - November 25, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Official Marketing Representative for Pool Tube Holder Invention
A simple yet highly useful new product for pool owners, the Pool Tube Holder, has been developed by Marc Cooper of Glendale, Arizona. The invention’s unique design enables it to effectively address a common problem related to keeping pool accessories and toys organized. The Pool Tube Holder... - November 17, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Heading Up Marketing Efforts on Behalf of Extreme Swimming Device Invention
An innovative new product designed to serve as a valuable instructional accessory for a highly beneficial physical activity, the Extreme Swimming Device, has been developed by John P. Dreyling of South Saint Paul, Minnesota. The invention's unique design enables its users to significantly increase... - November 10, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
SwimFast Ergometer - Brand New Revolutionary Swim Machine
SwimFast: The first swim-specific Ergometer that can truly replicate a swimmers experience in the water on dry land. SwimFast is the ultimate swim training and coaching tool for on their stroke and for training sessions when it’s not possible to get in the pool. - October 16, 2014 - KayakPro USA LLC
Innovation Direct™ Set to Represent Patented Rescue Swimming Mat Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative and potentially life-saving piece of pool safety equipment, the Rescue Swimming Mat, has been developed by Reginald K. Scriven of Fayetteville, North Carolina. The invention's unique design enables it to effectively guard against incidents of drowning in a pool. The Rescue Swimming... - September 23, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Pool Netr™ Exhibiting at the 2014 International Pool I Spa I Patio Expo
Westar Plastics LLC, in business since 1996, has just entered the consumer products market with their Pool Netr™, a leaf skimmer for owners of swimming pools and spas. This Expo will be their national debut into this industry. - September 21, 2014 - Pool Netr™
The West’s Biggest Fall Boat Show Unveils Sailboat Row
The show’s all new ‘Sailboat Row,” that features a variety of sailboat manufacturers, distributors and some of the best new and previously owned sailboats on the West Coast, will be unveiled during the show at Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach Sept. 18-21, 2014. - September 18, 2014 - Duncan McIntosh Co Inc
Surf Industry Manufacturers Association Expands Humanitarian Efforts by Adopting Sustainable Funding Platform, Swipe4TheKids
Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) has recently adopted the Swipe4TheKids Merchant Platform to enhance the broad range funding efforts encompassed by the SIMA Humanitarian Fund. - September 02, 2014 - Pomeroy Equitable Solutions LLC
Globus Gloves Help Nick Hancock Achieve Rockall Solo Endurance Record
Nick Hancock completed his 45 day occupation of the isolated islet, Rockall Solo, in July 2014 using gloves supplied by Globus. - August 30, 2014 - Globus
iM Sports™ Creates New Apparel Category: Swimming Compression Safety Sleeves
iM Sports™ is extremely proud to announce that they will be expanding into and creating a new swimming compression sleeve apparel category. - August 09, 2014 - iM Sports
Innovation Direct™ Serving as Licensing Representative for Patented Chair-O-Matic Invention
An innovative new product designed to provide its users with both functionality and convenience when outdoors, the Chair-O-Matic, has been developed by Sylvain Louisjean of Lauderhill, Florida. The invention's unique design enables it to serve as both a comfortable seating accessory and a storage... - August 09, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Coast2Coast Swim Challenge Provides Grant for Swim Lessons in Los Angeles from One with the Water®
One with the Water®, a non-profit swim school in Los Angeles, was honored when the Coast 2 Coast Swim Challenge of Los Angeles provided a grant for swim lessons in Los Angeles for 40 at-risk youth and low-income families. - July 13, 2014 - Onewiththewater.org
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing and Licensing Efforts for Sail Craft Invention
An innovative new product designed to considerably enhance the capabilities of a wide variety of mobile crafts and vehicles, the Sail Craft, has been developed by Adriel DeGoede of Kirkland, Washington. The invention's unique design provides its users with an aftermarket add-on accessory that can... - July 11, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Aeroskin California is Celebrating Its 19th Year in Business
Diving Apparel Company in San Francisco shares its business success story. - July 09, 2014 - Aeroskin
Get Discovered! East Coast X Film & TV Festival to Debut This August in Virginia Beach, Va.
This four-day event combines seminars and workshops by award-winning industry veterans, live auditions, opportunities to pitch venture capitalists and independent movie screenings. It provides a networking platform for anyone who wants to be discovered – filmmakers looking for distribution, producers looking for financing, actors looking to connect with casting directors and anyone who is a fan of film and television. - July 07, 2014 - East Coast X Film & TV Festival
Absolute Adventure Mexico, Exclusive Diving in Playa del Carmen
Absolute Adventure are expanding their underwater services by offering exclusive scuba diving in and around beautiful Playa del Carmen, Mexico with cavern diving in Cenotes a specialty. - July 01, 2014 - Absolute Adventure Mexico
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing Efforts for Water Wing Invention
An innovative new product designed to provide its users with enhanced enjoyment of various water-based activities, the Water Wing, has been developed by George A.D. Byrne of North Scituate, Rhode Island. The invention's unique design enables its users to directly engage in a number of different... - June 27, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Aqua Chem® Selected TFI Envision, Inc. to Refresh Club Store Packaging
Aqua Chem® a KIK Custom Products brand, selected TFI Envision, Inc. to refresh the club store packaging for Aqua Chem’s Chlorinating Tabs and Shock Plus products. Aqua Chem pool care products are designed to help make water maintenance easier and more enjoyable. With the package design... - June 18, 2014 - TFI Envision, Inc.
ECO Fuel Maximizer ECO-7 Show a 10% Savings - 1,400 HP Caterpillar Marine Diesel Engine
Large Diesel Engine owners are always looking for a way to reduce fuel consumption. - June 17, 2014 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
Trusted Waterpark Equipment Manufacturers Empex Watertoys® Present Their Latest Range of AQUATONS®
Claremont, ON-based leaders for innovative waterpark equipment, Empex Watertoys® have recently announced the introduction of several new products to the company catalogue. Included within the company’s enhanced selection is a new suite of Aquaton® spray features, such as the... - June 12, 2014 - Empex Watertoys
Olympic Swimmers Make a Splash at The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch
USA Swimming Foundation and Phillips 66 Partner to Bring Olympic Swimmers to the YMCA to Discuss Water Safety - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with Team in Training Announce a Gala Evening & Fund Raiser at Ray's Boathouse, Seattle on 29th May. Keynote Speaker - Anna Cummins.
LLS Gala Evening & Fund Raiser featuring Anna Cummins Gold Medalist, Women's 8+ Rowing 2008 Beijing Olympics. Ms Cummins will speak in support of the first ever rowing crew for Team in Training, a fund raising branch of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. TNT Rowers are training for The Masters Regional Rowing Championships & raising donations so those with blood cancers may better their lives. Anna Cummins & '08 Olympic Crew will be inducted to the National Rowing Foundation Hall of Fame 05/31/14. - May 14, 2014 - TNT Novice Rowers 2014
Empex Watertoys® Helps Revitalize Cronwell Platamon Resort with Latest Waterpark Equipment
The Cronwell Platamon resort in the Pieria area of Greece has just announced the new integration of an exciting Empex Watertoys® spray park. The 5-star, all-inclusive resort recently purchased by the Cronwell Hotel group from Russia has now been completely refurbished and redesigned with the... - May 03, 2014 - Empex Watertoys
Swim School in Los Angeles Receives Generous Grant from Loaded Boards for Special Needs Swim Lessons
One with the Water swim school in Los Angeles was recently honored for its mission and achievements this March with a generous grant from Loaded Boards earmarked for special needs swim lessons for students and at-risk youth. - May 01, 2014 - Onewiththewater.org
Empex Watertoys® Enhance Reputation for Innovation with Latest Water Playground Equipment
Trusted Markham, Ontario leader for expertly-manufactured water playground equipment, Empex Watertoys® has announced one of the most exciting additions to the 2014 catalogue. The company’s new additions will help boost attendance figures at water park facilities across the globe this year... - April 26, 2014 - Empex Watertoys
Innovation Direct™ Leading the Charge in Marketing Efforts for Anti-Amoeba Blocker Invention
An innovative new product designed to provide its users with comfort and protection, the Anti-Amoeba Blocker, has been developed by Lawrence Davis of New Orleans, Louisiana. The invention's unique design insures that its users’ noses are protected from intrusion by potentially deadly... - April 10, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Peppers USA Joins Swipe4TheKids to Reinforce a CHANCE’EM Mission on the North Shore of Oahu
Peppers Polarized Eyewear has joined CHANCE’EM efforts to increase funding for North Shore High School surf teams. By converting to the Swipe4TheKids merchant platform, Peppers now will help reinforce the North Shore’s youth funding movement and join ranks with CHANCE’EM, Turtle Bay Resort, Pupukea Grill, Jerry’s Pizza and others. - March 28, 2014 - Pomeroy Equitable Solutions LLC
To Benefit the Wounded Warrior Project of America, Endurance Ocean Athlete, Will Schmidt of AreYouInspiredYet, Solo Paddles the California Channel Islands
In mid September, 2013, the crew of the Campbell's Sloop, a 34' Catalina sailboat, and Will Schmidt embarked on a solo stand up paddle through the California Channel Island chain to raise funds and awareness for the Wounded Warrior Project and the Casa Hogar Orphanage in Ensenada, Mexico. A documentary film was produced of the entire experience. - March 22, 2014 - Are You Inspired Yet