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.
Soundings Trade Only
- Innovation, Quality and Value: EMP’s Approach to a Changing Marine Aftermarket October 26, 2026New technology. Evolving customer needs. Growing opportunities in the marine aftermarket.Trade Only Today Editors
- Dometic Improves Growth in Third Quarter October 26, 2026Net sales were $516 million, and organic growth was up 3%, though the company posted a loss.David Conway
- Volvo Group Posts Q3 Net Sales Increase October 26, 2026Volvo Penta “continued to show strength” with net sales of $535 million, up 5% year-over-year.David Conway
Boating Industry Magazine
- Catching My Own Waves October 26, 2026Having only been the editor of Boating Industry for the past few months, there’s still a lot I need to learn about the recreational boating industry. But with the help of industry experts and boat expos, I'm learning more and more! The post Catching My Own Waves appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
- Registration Opens for the 2027 AMI Conference and Expo October 26, 2026Registration is now open for the Association of Marina Industries' 2027 AMI Conference & Expo, returning to the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, February 1–3, 2027. The post Registration Opens for the 2027 AMI Conference and Expo appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
- A 10 Minute Routine for Coaching Dealership Sales Calls October 23, 2026Sales calls give us a practical place to start coaching sakes reps. We can hear what the customer asked, how the salesperson responded and where they needed help. The challenge is making time to do something with what we hear, but a 10 minute routine can help. The post A 10 Minute Routine for Coaching […]The Staff
Professional BoatBuilder Magazine
- The One-Off Shop: Van Dam Sets a High Bar for Custom Boats October 20, 2026If you haven’t heard of Van Dam Custom Boats (Boyne City, Michigan) before now, feel no shame. It’s a company that eschews the modern mercantile tactic of puffing up a... Read more »Aaron Porter
- Video: Advances in Renewable Composite Technologies September 23, 2026Renewable composite materials remain some of the elusive unicorns of the boatbuilding industry. As we aspire to moderate our environmental impact while still building some of the most durable manufactured... Read more »Aaron Porter
- Lights in the Darkness September 8, 2026Navigation lights, the best protection against nighttime collisions, are worth getting right. In my work inspecting boats, I routinely encounter noncompliant navigation light installations on new and preowned vessels. Often,... Read more »Steve D'Antonio
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
- Boat Shows Are Dangerous for Sailing Journalists October 26, 2026Reflecting on why professional detachment fails at boat shows in Cannes, Newport and Annapolis. The post Boat Shows Are Dangerous for Sailing Journalists appeared first on Cruising World.Andrew Parkinson
- Built for Blue Water: St. Francis 460 Boat Review October 23, 2026South Africa's boutique builder answers one question with every decision: can one person manage this, at night, in weather? The post Built for Blue Water: St. Francis 460 Boat Review appeared first on Cruising World.Andrew Parkinson
- When Cell Service Disappears These Skills Keep You Safe October 22, 2026From Mayday calls and the phonetic alphabet to code flags and hand signals, the offshore communications that still matter out there. The post When Cell Service Disappears These Skills Keep You Safe appeared first on Cruising World.Gary Jobson
Motor Boat & Yachting
- 4 of the best £100k thoroughbred motor yachts on the market right now October 22, 2026Our resident boating market expert, Nick Burnham takes a look at some of the best £100k thoroughbreds available right nowNormally, when I do these price challenge features, I like to provide a broad spread of size and ages. Occasionally I will throw in a “Have you seen what you can get for the same money […]Toby Heppell
- Has Modern Boat Design Gone TOO FAR? | Volume vs Handling debate | The Boat Nuts S2 Ep11 October 22, 2026The Boat Nuts: A boating podcast presented by Alex Smith and Hugo Andreae that tells you everything you need to know about the boating worldHugo Andreae and Alex Smith host Series 2, Episode 11 of Boat Nuts from Swanwick Marina. In this episode: Hugo Andreae and Alex Smith discuss the all-carbon Delta 72 Coupé, test […]Motor Boat & Yachting
- 6 new luxury superyachts redefining life on the water October 21, 2026From jet-propelled speedsters to 5,000-mile steel explorers, discover six groundbreaking luxury yacht launches redefining life on the waterThe high-end motor yacht landscape is evolving faster than ever, driven by a growing appetite for expanded beach clubs, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and genuine long-range autonomy. Modern owners are no longer forced to choose between sleek Italian styling […]Motor Boat & Yachting