NMMA readies for in-water events at political conventions

The National Marine Manufacturers Association will host a “Day on the Water” event at both conventions.

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GOST joins effort to stop human trafficking

Marine security and surveillance systems company Global Ocean Security Technologies joined the 1000 Heroes Program by Phantom Rescue.

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Industry takes wait-and-see approach to Brexit

The marine industry and manufacturing analysts weighed in on the United Kingdom’s decision last week to exit the European Union, which shocked many experts.

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Looking to buy seat covers for my 2006 29 Tiara open Tiara does not make them anymore, any recommendations on where to purchase them?

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Steve

Fire damages BoatTrack headquarters in Florida

A June 11 lightning strike sparked a fire that caused extensive damage to the offices of Tallahassee, Fla.-based BoatTrack.

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U.S. approves boat insurance for Cuba travel

Pantaenius, a U.S. marine insurer, said it will offer coverage for American boats traveling in Cuban waters.

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House panel holds hearing on Renewable Fuel Standard

The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee held a hearing last week on the Renewable Fuel Standard.

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As many of you know, the EPA is going to mandate E-15 as the new standard by 2017, (source BoatUS), and it occurred to me that I should consider converting my 8.1 Crusader powered 3200 Open to Diesel rather than buying an entirely new boat. It's gotta be less expensive than selling and buying similar model with diesel.
Does anyone know what would be involved, about how much to expect and has it ever been done?

It may be an off the wall question but I'll never know if I don't ask.
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Walker

Rockport Marine acquires yacht brokerage

Custom wooden-boat builder and designer Rockport Marine said it acquired the David Jones Yacht Brokerage.

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Regulator Marine adds power-steering feature as standard

Regulator Marine said it added SeaStar Solutions’ Optimus Electronic Power Steering as a standard feature on 2017 models launching this summer. The system will be on models that range from the Regulator 23 to the Regulator 34SS, including the all-new Regulator 31. “With SeaStar, steering is virtually effortless, and the fact that you can literally[Only registered and activated users can see links Click here to register]