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
- LCI Industries Reports Q2 Results August 6, 2026The Lippert parent posted a sales decline tied largely to tariff-refund accounting and soft RV demand, even as profitability improved.David Conway
- Crest, Balise Partner With Savvy Navvy August 6, 2026The pontoon brands say it's the industry's first factory-installed Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration with on-water navigation built in.David Conway
- EPIC Awards Adds to Judging Panel August 6, 2026Industry veterans Larry Russo and Steve Tilders will help select this year’s honorees.David Conway
Boating Industry Magazine
- Boating Industry Accepting Nominations for 2026 Movers & Shakers August 6, 2026Boating Industry is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Movers & Shakers! The Movers & Shakers program recognizes leaders who haven’t been afraid to take chances, to rethink the way they do business, and to embrace the challenges facing the marine industry head on. The post Boating Industry Accepting Nominations for 2026 Movers & Shakers appeared […]Krystina Skibo
- Yamaha Motor Canada Appoints New Director, Marine August 6, 2026Yamaha Motor Canada has appointed Connor Megan as Director, Marine. With 10 years of experience at Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., Megan brings broad marine industry expertise and a deep understanding of the Yamaha business and brand. The post Yamaha Motor Canada Appoints New Director, Marine appeared first on Boating Industry.Krystina Skibo
- Yamaha Rightwaters Lends Support to Jetty Rock Foundation August 6, 2026Yamaha Rightwaters provided a 150-horsepower Yamaha outboard to the Jetty Rock Foundation to support oyster restoration, aquaculture and marine research efforts in New Jersey waters. The engine will power Jetty Rock Foundation’s new 28-foot Henriksen skiff The post Yamaha Rightwaters Lends Support to Jetty Rock Foundation appeared first on Boating Industry.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
- 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
- Heavenly Hybrid: HH52 Catamaran Review July 31, 2026Carbon hulls, a triple-headsail rig and an electric-diesel hybrid drive make the HH52 one of the most capable cats on the water. The post Heavenly Hybrid: HH52 Catamaran Review appeared first on Cruising World.Herb McCormick
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
- World’s Coolest Boats: Fletcher 140 Arrowflyte - Powerboat for the people August 5, 2026The Fletcher 140 Arrowflyte was the boat to bring hig performance motor boating to the masses, a very affordable runaround to both buy and ownAn old 14ft speedboat might seem an odd choice for a Cool Boat, but dig a little into the history of these great little runabouts and you soon uncover a wealth […]Motor Boat & Yachting
- The best new powercats to see at Cannes 2026 August 4, 2026At this years Cannes Boat Show there will be plenty of exciting new powercats on show. We round up our pick of the most exciting launchesPower catamarans continue their unstoppable rise across the global market, and the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival proves that multihulls are no longer a niche alternative. By pairing huge volume with […]Motor Boat & Yachting