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Two Rivers Boatworks Launches New Website for the Richmond Area
New web resource for consumer education and awareness in Virginia. - October 17, 2015 - Two Rivers Boatworks
Taking Africa’s Blue Economy to the Next Level at Maritime Africa in Cape Town in November
Africa’s maritime domain has vast potential for wealth creation and while traditional maritime activities have intensified and developed, a collaborative effort from all AU member states is necessary to achieve a secure environment for this blue economy to flourish. This is according to... - October 03, 2015 - Maritime Africa
Marine Superstore Relocates & Expands
For BoatZincs.com, the last eleven years have seen nothing but growth. From humble beginnings in the basement of the owners’ suburban home, the company has since had to move twice in order to accommodate its comprehensive inventory (some 1,200 individual part numbers at last count). Most... - September 16, 2015 - BoatZincs.com
WINBOAT™ Starts to Sell Unique Foldable RIBs in the United States
Inventor of internationally patented foldable rigid inflatable boat (RIB) design presents the first fully foldable RIBs in the United States. New technology was utilized in the production line of the foldable RIBs, ranging in sizes from 9 to 15 feet. - June 11, 2015 - Winboat
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
New Website Features Yacht Charters for Visitors to Cuba from U.S.
Last week's Regulatory Amendments allow legal visitors the ability to visit the island nation by private yacht. - January 19, 2015 - Merrill Stevens Yachts
2014 President Superyacht Ready to Launch; $100,000 NZD Cash Reward Offered in Sale
President Yachts International, a renowned manufacturer of luxury yachts, announces the completion and availability of its 2014 vessel, the President Sterling 115 Triple Deck Superyacht - a 35-metre motor yacht that features three exceptional living and entertaining levels. As part of the President... - July 23, 2014 - President Yachts International
Merrill-Stevens Yachts Offers 8 New Yachts from Top European Designers Delivered in Miami with US Specs
Espen Oeino, Hot Labs, Rolls-Royce Marine, Omega and Vripack are the venerable European design names on offer from RMK Marine’s award-winning shipyard. The yachts will be built to U.S. specifications and delivered in Miami at RMK Merrill-Stevens shipyard. “It’s a new chapter in... - July 09, 2014 - Merrill Stevens Yachts
Sea Hawk's New Hawk Epoxy Simplifies Fiberglass Repair
Sea Hawk Paints’ recently released epoxy system has a new name, logo and colorful label artwork. - June 09, 2014 - Sea Hawk Paints
New Nautical Coatings Unveils New Epoxy System
Just launched into the world of boating maintenance is Sea Hawk’s new Hawk System, manufactured by Sea Hawk Paints, a division of New Nautical Coatings, Inc. It is a state-of-the-art system for building and repairing boats, planes, surfboards, canoes, and many other substrates. The Hawk... - February 26, 2014 - Sea Hawk Paints
Try Out 20 CLC Boats and Meet Other Boatbuilders in Florida
Three in-water demonstrations set at rendezvous in Miami, St. Petersburg, and Merritt Island. - February 06, 2014 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Takuya Miyajima Promoted to Southeast Asia Regional Manager
Central and Southeast Asia Regional Manager for India, Thailand, Philippines, Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar and Taiwan - January 29, 2014 - AeroGo, Inc.
AeroGo Expands International Sales Team
Oscar Rojas Barrera has joined AeroGo, Inc. as the Regional Sales Manager for Mexico, Central America and South America. - January 29, 2014 - AeroGo, Inc.
Chesapeake Light Craft Offers June Classes in Sausalito
Build your own boat in a week at the Spaulding Wooden Boat Center. - January 29, 2014 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Chesapeake Light Craft Announces 2014 Build-Your-Own-Boat Classes in Port Townsend, WA
Four new boatbuilding classes available at the Northwest Maritime Center. - January 17, 2014 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Chesapeake Light Craft Offers Winter/Spring Build-Your-Own-Boat Classes in Annapolis
Get a jump on summer boating by building your own sailing, rowing, or paddling boat in a class. - January 05, 2014 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Eevelle Launches WindStorm Brand Semi-Custom Boat Covers
Eevelle announces launch of new WindStorm Semi-Custom Boat Covers. WindStorm provides fully trailerable, high-quality coves at an affordable price. - October 04, 2012 - Eevelle
Sunreef Yachts Sets Another Milestone in Power Catamaran Design with the New 85 Sunreef Power
Stronger than ever, Sunreef Yachts is now introducing a brand new concept of a power catamaran with the 85 Sunreef Power, being another milestone in luxury catamaran design. - October 04, 2012 - Sunreef Yachts
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
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
Sunreef Yachts Introduces 70 Sunreef Power DAMRAK II to the US Yacht & Brokerage Show 2012
The company is delighted to inform that the 70 Sunreef Power DAMRAK II will be exhibited for the first time in the US at the forthcoming Miami Yacht and Brokerage show held in-between 16-20 February 2012 in Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. This charter yacht with full options on board will be available for viewing ramp 12, slip 524. - February 11, 2012 - Sunreef Yachts
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
JT’s Top Shop Introduces New Line of Boat Canvas Supplies
Midland, Ontario based boating supplies specialist JT’s Top Shop have recently announced the introduction of several new product lines to the company’s already comprehensive boat canvas supplies catalogue. These new product additions are designed to provide their customers across both... - January 26, 2012 - JT's Top Shop
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
JT’s Top Shop Now Offering Updated Line of Products Including YKK Zippers
Midland, Ontario based boating supply specialist JT’s Top Shop have recently announced that they have recently added new items to their exceptional line of products for the do-it-yourself boater. The company’s new product additions, which include YKK zippers and brand-name grommets,... - January 11, 2012 - JT's Top Shop
Boating Equipment Specialists JT's Top Shop Add New Marine Upholstery Products to Their Catalogue
Midland, Ontario based boating equipment suppliers JT's Top Shop have recently announced that they have added a wide array of new marine upholstery solutions to their catalogue. The addition of these solutions is designed to give boaters from around the world more choice for their individual vessel... - December 14, 2011 - JT's Top Shop
Sea Sonic Boats: Luxury Boating's Answer to the Legendary Swiss Timepiece
Imagine the quality if Swiss craftsmen built boats instead of watches. Sea Sonic Boats, the Swiss craftsmen working deep in the heart of British Columbia to produce the elegant and powerful Sea Sonic Centaur, is pleased to announce five new launches created to bring craftsmanship and elegance to a... - November 26, 2011 - Sea Sonic Boats
JT’s Top Shop Announces Addition of New Boat Canvas Supplies to Catalogue
Leading Canadian-owned boat canvas supplies specialists JT’s Top Shop has recently announced that they’ve added several new products to their existing catalogue. These new solutions are designed to provide their clients around the globe with a wider range of choices when it comes to... - November 04, 2011 - JT's Top Shop
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
Leading Boat Canvas Supplies Specialist JT’s Top Shop Adds New How-to Section to Company Website
DIY boating market leaders JT’s Boat Shop have recently announced that they have added a new section on their website designed to help their cliental professionally install and repair the boat canvas supplies on their vessel. This new how-to section offers helpful hints, manufacturing... - October 14, 2011 - JT's Top Shop
JT’s Top Shop Now Offering Specialty Pricing on the Latest Marine Upholstery
Leading Canadian marine upholstery supplier JT’s Top Shop has recently announced that they are lowering their prices on their full catalogue of do-it-yourself boating equipment. Clients can now look forward to seeing lowering prices on the latest brand name canvas supplies and marine... - September 30, 2011 - JT's Top Shop
Texas Firm Gets Permit for Offshore Wind Platform Test
The US Army Corps of Engineers has issued a permit to Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas to install and test a mobile jack-up platform designed to support a minimum 5MW turbine off Corpus Christi in the Gulf of Mexico. - September 30, 2011 - Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas llc
Texas Firm, Eolica Brasil in Offshore Wind Platform Talks
A Texas company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with private wind developer Eolica Brasil over the supply of a mobile offshore jack-up platform for meteorological testing off the Brazilian state of Ceara - September 23, 2011 - Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas llc
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
Sunreef Yachts Signs Order for a New Superyacht – Sunreef 82 Double Deck
Following the successful launch of two mega catamarans over 100 feet each in 2010, the Sunreef shipyard has been designated as a builder of an 82ft double decker sailing catamaran featuring sleek hulls and a streamlined deckhouse topped with a 35m2 flybridge inspired by large superyachts. - May 19, 2011 - Sunreef Yachts
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
The Sunreef Power Converts Into Sport Fish Version
Introduced in 2008, the Sunreef Power has become one of the most popular semi-custom yacht models from the Sunreef Yachts range. Available in Expedition and Exclusive versions, now the Sunreef Power can also be converted into the Sport Fish version designed with deep sea fishing enthusiasts in mind that appreciate such catamaran assets as stability, low draft, long range coupled with low fuel consumption and extended storage. - January 28, 2011 - Sunreef Yachts
Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas Titan 200 Foundation Video
Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas has released a comprehensive technical video of the latest technology available in the marine industry, launching the state of the art design for 3.6 and 5 MW offshore turbine installations worldwide. - January 22, 2011 - Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas llc
Chesapeake Light Craft Ships 20,000th Boat Kit
Chesapeake Light Craft hit a huge milestone on November 15th when they shipped their 20,000th kit. Chesapeake Light Craft designs and sells kits and plans for wooden kayaks, canoes, rowing boats, and small sailboats. The smallest kit is an 8-foot, 22-pound kayak for kids; the largest is an 850-pound trailerable cruising sailboat. - December 05, 2010 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas Met-Tower Platform Released for Production “Titan 3.6 WMPS” And “Titan 5.0 WMPS”
Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas President Douglas Hines announced today the release of the state of the art Titan series of designs for immediate sale, the Model Titan 3.6 WMPS and Titan 5 WMPS wind measurement platform systems. - September 24, 2010 - Offshore Wind Power Systems of Texas llc
Sunreef Yachts to Unveil Its First Superyacht, the Sunreef 102 Double Deck IPHARRA and Other News Projects, at the Cannes International Boat Show 2010
Sunreef Yachts is delighted to confirm that this year's edition of the Cannes International Boat Show held from 8 to 13 September 2010 will see the worldwide premiere of the Sunreef 102 Double Deck IPHARRA – the first double deck sailing catamaran in the world. She is also the second biggest sloop rigged catamaran of the world. - August 06, 2010 - Sunreef Yachts
Sunreef Yachts Unveils New Fast and Performant Catamaran - the Sunreef 80 Ultimate
After ten years of successful development in the world of luxury, custom made and top quality catamarans and all its sailing, power yachts and superyachts, Sunreef Yachts launches a new range of performing fast cruisers from 80 to 150 feet. The first one from the range will be the Sunreef 80 Ultimate. - April 16, 2010 - Sunreef Yachts
Sunreef Yachts Launches the Second Expedition Power Cat – the 70 Sunreef Power ONDIN
After the worldwide success of the first power catamaran by Sunreef, the famous JAMBO expedition boat custom built for Laurent Bourgnon and his family, Sunreef Yachts is pleased to confirm that the Expedition version of the 70 Sunreef Power has charmed many more yacht travellers and true boaters who wish to follow similar adventures. - April 14, 2010 - Sunreef Yachts
Chesapeake Light Craft Adds 14-Footer to Popular Line of Recreational Kayaks
CLC designer Eric Schade drew the Wood Duck 14 to appeal to two kinds of paddlers: those who need a really generous amount of room for comfort, or those who need the space in the cockpit for a toddler or---more commonly---a big dog. The Wood Duck 14 is also an amazing platform for serious fishing. The cockpit is absolutely voluminous, large enough for a paddler and his large dog. - March 20, 2010 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Chesapeake Light Craft Brings Build-Your-Own-Boat Classes to Port Townsend
After years of requests, Chesapeake Light Craft (CLC) is excited to bring their popular build-your-own-boat classes to the Pacific Northwest. Hosted by the Wooden Boat Foundation, students will build boats in the heart of the vibrant seaport and working waterfront of Port Townsend, Washington. In CLC classes, talented professional instructors help students assemble their own boat from start to finish. - February 10, 2010 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Chesapeake Light Craft Expands Schedule of Popular Build-Your-Own-Boat Classes
Chesapeake Light Craft, the boat kit experts, will be running thirty of their popular Build-Your-Own-Boat classes in locations around the country in 2010. Over the last 15 years, CLC boatbuilding classes have launched 900 boats and introduced more than a thousand students to the joys of boatbuilding. In CLC classes, talented professional instructors help students assemble their own boat from start to finish. Classes are 5 days---a perfect one-week vacation, with a boat to take home at the end. - February 07, 2010 - Chesapeake Light Craft
Sunreef Yachts Introduces the 70 Sunreef Power SEA BASS as a US Premiere at the Miami Yacht and Brokerage Show 2010
The yacht was launched in May 2009 and did some charters in the Mediterranean last Summer. After the boat show, SEA BASS will be available for charters in the Bahamas via Sunreef Yachts Charter. In addition, Sunreef Yachts is getting ready to launch new superyachts and to build first Bluereef 87. - January 15, 2010 - Sunreef Yachts