Staying informed on current developments in the recreational marine industry is essential for anticipating market shifts, understanding consumer trends, and making strategic business decisions. The National Marine Propulsion Association (NMPA) supports this business need through its Industry News Feeds page, which sources and consolidates timely updates from leading publications—covering everything from product launches and dealership expansions to economic indicators and regulatory changes. By centralizing relevant news, NMPA helps members stay ahead of the curve and connected to the pulse of the industry.
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- The Economy Shed 23,000 Jobs in July August 7, 2026With inflation outpacing wage growth, consumers are facing higher prices and have less buying power than they did a year ago.Jack Atzinger
- Shareholders Approve AkzoNobel, Axalta Merger August 7, 2026The merger of the coatings companies is expected to be finalized at the end of 2026 or beginning of 2027.David Conway
- Sirena Yachts USA Announces Leadership Changes August 7, 2026Constantinos K. Constantinou moves into a senior advisor role, and Ensar Çabuk will lead the U.S. business.David Conway
Boating Industry Magazine
- Hawaii Enacts Legislation to Support Marine Economy August 7, 2026Hawaii has taken a critical step toward strengthening its marine economy and supporting recreational boating with the enactment of S.B. 2907, which was signed into law on July 7, 2026. The post Hawaii Enacts Legislation to Support Marine Economy appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
- Moose Landing Marina Receives Top Award from Starcraft Boats August 7, 2026On Monday, August 3, Moose Landing Marina, a Marina Holdings company, was awarded the Harold A. Shrock Award at the Starcraft Annual Dealer Meeting in New Paris, Indiana. The post Moose Landing Marina Receives Top Award from Starcraft Boats appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
- Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Returns to Florida for October Event August 7, 2026The nonprofit Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Foundation will host their Keys University and Fishing Fever Tournament from October 16-18, 2026. This event features hands-on instruction, networking, optional fishing charters and fun tournament competition in the Sport Fishing Capital of the World. The post Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Returns to Florida for October Event appeared first […]Krystina Skibo
Professional BoatBuilder Magazine
- Designing, Building Boats for Serviceability July 29, 2026Making boats and their systems more serviceable for boat owners and technicians should be a priority for everyone in the industry It is easy at a boat show to be... Read more »John Chadwick
- Joe Berkman: The Man in the Tyvek Suit July 14, 2026Boatbuilding lost another fine craftsman when Joe Berkman, 64, of Gloucester, Massachusetts, died on Feb. 5, 2026.Jonathan Klopman
- Bringing Flax Fiber to North American Builders July 1, 2026Sometime around 2010, German boatbuilder Friedrich Deimann built his first flax-fiber composite boat, a two-person kayak, as a project to qualify as a master boatbuilder. In the ensuing 16 years, the art of building boats with natural-fiber composites has come a long way.Aaron Porter
Yachting and Boating World
- Icom Introduces the IC-M410BB and IC-M510BB Black Box VHF Radios with Multi-Station Control August 1, 2023Both the IC-M410BB (top) and IC-M510BB (bottom) come as standard with ONE CommandmicIcom is pleased to announce the launch of the IC-M410BB and IC-M510BB Black Box VHF Radios with Multi-Station Control. These innovative marine radios offer enhanced functionality and flexibility for communication on board various vessels.Designed for marine professionals and enthusiasts alike, the IC-M410BB and […]ICOM
- Icom UK to sponsor the Topper Coastal Championships in Tankerton & Whitstable April 12, 2023The Topper National Sailing Race Series will be visiting the North Kent Coast for the first ever time this year. Stage four of the national race series for Topper youth sailors will be the Coastal Championship to be held between the stunning locations of Tankerton and Whitstable, from the 20th to the 21st of May […]ICOM
- Video: Overview of the IC-M25 Buoyant Marine VHF Handheld Radio June 9, 2022Icom UK have produced a video overview of Icom's bestselling handheld marine VHF radio, the IC-M25EURO.In the video, marketing manager Ian Lockyer goes through some of the main features that have made this stylish radio …Continue reading » The post Video: Overview of the IC-M25 Buoyant Marine VHF Handheld Radio appeared first on YBW.ICOM
Cruising World
- How To Choose the Right Catamaran For You August 7, 2026Before you choose your hull, choose your life. The round-the-world gambit and the dock-aboard lifestyle demand very different cats. The post How To Choose the Right Catamaran For You appeared first on Cruising World.Tom Linskey
- Tips From a Sailmaker on Buying Sails August 5, 2026PTFE thread, low-aspect Dacron, two-ply leeches and the UV cover mistakes that drain cruising budgets in the tropics. The post Tips From a Sailmaker on Buying Sails appeared first on Cruising World.Jamie Gifford
- Behind the Pura Vida: Sailing Costa Rica August 3, 2026Dramatic coastline, relentless swell and scarce anchorages. The rewards in Costa Rica are real, but so are the compromises. The post Behind the Pura Vida: Sailing Costa Rica appeared first on Cruising World.Kia Koropp
Motor Boat & Yachting
- New SilverCat 40: Slim powercat lands in the UK August 7, 2026The SilverCat 40Gulf Craft's new SilverCat 40 combines offshore stability with a slimmer profile built for practical UK day cruisingThere’s a new fleet of power cats on UK shores and it comes from the famous UAE-based Gulf Craft Group – parent company of Majesty Yachts, Nomad and Oryx. Drawing on more than 40 years of […]Motor Boat & Yachting
- The Best Flybridge Motor Yachts at Cannes 2026 August 6, 2026Seamless inside / outside transitions, idyllic Med motor boat lifestyle, these new flybridge launches at Cannes feature everything you expect from a fly There remains no greater symbol of Mediterranean cruising luxury than a beautifully appointed flybridge. For decades, the elevated upper deck has served as the social heart of the motor yacht, and the […]Motor Boat & Yachting
- The Most Radical Boat We’ve Ever Tested! (Galeon 430 Explorer) | Boat Nuts S2 Ep7 August 6, 2026The Boat Nuts: A boating podcast presented by Alex Smith and Hugo Andreae that tells you everything you need to know about the boating worldWelcome to Series 2, Episode 7 of Boat Nuts, back after a brief hiatus. This week, Hugo Andreae and Alex Smith are at Swanwick Marina aboard a £3 million Princess S65. […]Motor Boat & Yachting