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Sail America and the California Yacht Brokers Association Announce New Agreement for Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show
(Warren, RI) – Today, Sail America and the California Yacht Brokers Association (CYBA) announce they have entered into a licensing agreement for the Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show. Under the agreement, CYBA assume management of the show. More »
KKMI Awarded Coveted Clean Marine Boatyard Certification
Bay Area’s First Clean Marine Boatyard
Keefe Kaplan Maritime, Inc (KKMI) boatyard in Pt Richmond, California was recently awarded a Clean Marine certification by the Clean Marine Program. This makes KKMI Pt Richmond the first Bay Area boatyard to receive this prestigious award. More »
US Coast Guard Releases Boater-Safety Survey Findings
The National Recreational Boating Safety Survey (NRBSS) looks at boating participation demographics, trends, boat use, at-risk boating populations, boating safety and more.
Spaulding Marine Center’s Boatworks 101 Receives State Approval
Spaulding Marine Center is pleased to announce that Boatworks 101, an innovative marine technician program, has been approved by the California Division of Apprenticeship Standards. With this approval status, Spaulding Marine Center becomes a California registered apprenticeship provider. More »
Wichard Groupe Announces Kevin Coughlin as VP of Sales & Marketing
Charlotte, NC – French-based Wichard Groupe announced Kevin Coughlin as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. A marine industry veteran, Coughlin brings extensive experience to the position and will focus on expanding Wichard’s already strong brand recognition and sales throughout North America. More »
Moore Sailboats is Moving Production of New Moore 33
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WATSONVILLE, Calif., January 13, 2021 – Moore sailboat production is moving. In wake of the property owners’ decision not to renew the lease, Moore Sailboats Inc. will move production of the all-new Alan Andrews-designed Moore 33 to Riverside County, East of Los Angeles, under the direction of Blaine Rorick. More »
The Moorings Announces St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands as Newest Charter Destination
The charter industry leader has made it easier than ever to charter in the Virgin Islands in 2021.
CLEARWATER, FL. (January 6, 2021) – The Moorings, the world’s premier yacht charter company, is thrilled to announce they have established charter operations in St. More »
BLUE ELEMENT SAILING CLUB LAUNCHED BY DEEP BLUE ACQUISITIONS GROUP
California, January 6, 2021 – Deep Blue Acquisitions, LLC is excited to announce the launch of Blue Element Sailing, a new West Coast Sailing Club.
Blue Element Sailing has been founded by the long time operator of the renowned J/World Performance Sailing School with the intent of making sailing vessels and adventures more easily accessible to individuals looking for aquatic activities. More »
Gerry Douglas, Longtime Catalina Yachts Designer and Executive, Announces Retirement
(LARGO, FL) 12/21/2020 – After 45 years with Catalina Yachts, which includes four decades as Chief Yacht Designer and Executive Vice President, Gerry Douglas announces his upcoming retirement in 2021, after the completion of current projects. More »
Ewol Propellers: E3 Andromeda the smallest of Ewol propellers
Small but powerful, it has a slim and light body and it’s suitable for boats from 6 to 10 meters and engines from 7 to 30 hp.
Lighter but always very performing under engine both in forward and reverse and increases the sailing speed in the utmost silence. More »
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