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U.S. Marina Leaders Spotlight Emerging Trends at 2025 World Marinas Conference

10/24/2025 | General NMMA News

At the 2025 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference in Venice, NMMA President/CEO and current ICOMIA Board President Frank Hugelmeyer joined leading U.S. marina executives for the keynote panel, “The Biggest ... Read More

IBEX 2025 Closes with Strong Attendance and Industry Momentum

10/24/2025 | Trade Shows

The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) wrapped on Thursday, October 9, delivering year-over-year attendance growth and reinforcing its role as North America’s premier marine ... Read More

Engage the Next-Gen Boater: How to Stand Out at 2026 Shows

10/23/2025 | Boat/Sportshows

With winter boat shows on the horizon, it’s time to align your team around the full consumer experience and build your 2026 playbook—pre-show outreach, on-site experience, and post-show follow-up—to t... Read More

July Data Report Shows Continued Softness Across New Boat Sales

10/22/2025 | Statistics

NMMA’s latest Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary, covering data through July 2025, indicates continued softness in new powerboat retail sales as interest rates remained relatively elev... Read More

How Influencer Marketing Helps Chart New Waters in Boating, Connects with Next Generation of Boaters

10/21/2025 | Discover Boating

At this year’s Discover Boating Marketing Leadership Summit, one standout takeaway was clear: in today’s media-saturated world, influencer marketing is proving to be one of the most effective ways to ... Read More

Understanding Québec’s Bill 96: What It Means for U.S. Marine Manufacturers

10/21/2025 | General Government Relations

As Québec’s Bill 96 continues to reshape the commercial landscape in Canada’s second-largest province, U.S. recreational marine manufacturers selling into the market are being urged to pay close atten... Read More

Help Recognize Industry Excellence: 2026 Freedman Memorial Award Nominations Open

10/20/2025 | General NMMA News

NMMA is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Award, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding and lasting contributions to the marine accessories industry. Present... Read More

Boat Registrations Report Details Shifts Across Fleet and Regions in 2024

10/17/2025 | Statistics

The 2024 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract: Total Boat Registrations Report is now available for member download. The report covers total boat registrations by use and region. Last year, ... Read More

ABYC Launches Online Course for Entry-Level Boatyard Employees

10/17/2025 | General NMMA News

The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) has launched a new online course, “Introduction to Boatyard Basics,” designed to help newcomers build confidence and skills as they begin rewarding careers in ... Read More

NMMA Wins National Boating Safety Award Again, Reinforces Boater Confidence & Participation

10/16/2025 | General NMMA News

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has once again been recognized for its leadership in boating safety, receiving the 2025 National Boating Safety Award in the Marine Trade Associati... Read More

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