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
- Soundings Trade Only Announces Editorial Transition September 15, 2026David Gee was named editor-in-chief of Soundings Trade Only, taking the helm from Gary Reich.David Conway
- MRT Launches Commercial Innovation September 15, 2026Tom Maellaro was named vice president of the new organization within Modern Recreational Technologies.David Conway
- Broker Association Acquires The Log September 15, 2026Owner Dave Abrams donated his 55-year-old publication to the California Yacht Brokers Association.David Conway
Boating Industry Magazine
- Malco Marine Rebrands the Presta Marine Line September 15, 2026Malco Marine, the marine detailing and surface-care division of Malco Products, Inc., has rebranded its name from Presta Marine to better serve vertical markets with a unified innovation. The post Malco Marine Rebrands the Presta Marine Line appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
- Boating Industry Bringing its Top 100 Awards to Miami International Boat Show in 2027 September 15, 2026For the first time, Boating Industry’s Top 100 Gala is headed to the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®, bringing its annual celebration of the marine industry’s top dealers and leaders to one of the world’s premier boating events. The post Boating Industry Bringing its Top 100 Awards to Miami International Boat Show in 2027 […]The Staff
- CMC Boat Group Acquires Outerlimits Powerboats September 14, 2026CMC Boat Group LLC, a partnership led by longtime marine industry professionals Wally Castro and Scot Conrad, has acquired Outerlimits Powerboats LLC. The post CMC Boat Group Acquires Outerlimits Powerboats appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
Professional BoatBuilder Magazine
- 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
- Unmanning the Fleet August 24, 2026What it takes to keep pace in the race for commercially viable autonomous vesselsNic Compton
- Shooting True Colors: Navigating Shifts in Paint Chemistry August 11, 2026The afternoon before the first coat of topside paint went on a 100’ (30.5m) sloop, the crew of applicators at Front Street Shipyard in Belfast, Maine, gathered to talk through... Read more »Nicole Jacques
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
- Why Marinas Still Haven’t Caught Up to Catamarans September 10, 2026End ties, T-heads and wide-lift yards: the infrastructure gap that every cruising cat owner eventually has to plan around. The post Why Marinas Still Haven’t Caught Up to Catamarans appeared first on Cruising World.Andrew Parkinson
- Leopard 43 Replaces the Popular 42 Catamaran September 9, 2026Robertson and Caine's new Leopard 43 brings wave-piercing bows, a taller rig and more upwind sail area to replace the proven Leopard 42 in private and charter fleets worldwide. The post Leopard 43 Replaces the Popular 42 Catamaran appeared first on Cruising World.Cruising World Staff
- Oyster Launches Its First Catamaran at Cannes September 9, 2026Oyster Yachts unveiled the C60 at the Cannes Yachting Festival, its first sailing catamaran, designed in collaboration with Berret-Racoupeau for bluewater offshore passage-making. The post Oyster Launches Its First Catamaran at Cannes appeared first on Cruising World.Cruising World Staff
Motor Boat & Yachting
- Fairline Targa 58 Sea Trial: Is this the ultimate beach club sportscruiser? September 15, 2026Alex Smith stepped aboard and put the all-new Fairline Targa 58 GTO through its paces in heavy seas ahead of its Cannes debutFairline impressed with the Fairline Targa 47 Open, but the new Fairline Targa 58 takes the concept further. By removing the flybridge, Fairline created a sleek, low-profile sportscruiser with a lower air draft […]Motor Boat & Yachting
- The boat this owner waited three decades to own September 10, 2026When Steve Brenner decided to restore Lord Montagu’s original Nelson 35, nothing but a full stem-to-stern refit would sufficeSteve Brenner seems to eat, sleep and breathe Nelson motor boats. Over the past 40 years he has owned seven of them, in which he has cruised extensively, particularly to the Netherlands and the Baltic; he has […]Motor Boat & Yachting
- 48-Knot Jet Ski or Family Boat? We Debate the Yamaha CrossWave! | Boat Nuts Podcast S2 E9 September 9, 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 9 of Boat Nuts from Swanwick Marina. In this episode: A sea trial review of the all-new 46-knot Axopar 38 Cross Cabin […]Motor Boat & Yachting