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Message From The Editor
Amazing Ideas Promise a Bright Future
I’m jumping the gun a bit to be thinking about the promise of 2026 but as you read this, I will be at the Boating Ontario Conference and for me, it’s always the lead up to the Holidays, a New Year and the big Canadian boat shows too. Already we have seen lots of new products and emerging technologies that are exciting. There is a lot happening in our world and some of it is very creative. I recently heard about a walkable solar panel sidewalk that could be a great energy boost to our cities. There is a Canadian firm that has developed super-thin (1.5 mm) flexible solar panels that would be perfect wrapped across a cabin top. Again, here in Canada, a foiling electric boat will be making its debut at The Toronto Boat Show. I have been out on the ENVGO NV1 and our boat review of it is in the January 2026 issue of Canadian Boating that is scheduled to mail out January 1st.
I am also excited to see how VIBS and TIBS do. Strong winter boat shows portend a strong summer for sales. FLIBS show management claims it was their biggest show ever and I anticipate that MIBS will be a success too. But there is always the other side to things. In France, lawmakers just voted to maintain a yacht tax similar to the now-dropped Canadian Luxury Tax on boats, in spite of the French tax raising little revenue. I try not to think about it but it seems that politics drives the day. Common sense is just not common anymore.
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Feature
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Force Set to Remove Pyrotechnics
Sirius Signal supports the transition to SOS electronic distress signal devices. In a statement issued on November 22, 2025, Sirius Signal, leader in marine safety distress signal innovation and manufacturing, announced its support of a recent U.S. Coast Guard directive to remove pyrotechnics from service, commending this action as leading by example. READ MORE |
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Changing Scene
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E1 Reveals Race Calendar for 2026 Season
E1 Series, the world’s first all-electric raceboat Championship, has announced its 2026 season calendar that will see the world’s fastest electric boats compete across four continents in its third season. The UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF begins its eight race 2026 season in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
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Events
Join the ABYC for 2026 Standards Week! January 11–15, 2026
Have you booked your hotel room for Standards Week? Rooms are available for $159/night for Jan. 11-16, 2026, but only until Friday, December 12, 2025! If you’re attending in-person, secure your rate in the 2026 Standards Week room block at the Francis Marion Hotel using code ABYC26. Hotel Information... READ MORE |
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Education
Quadrant Marine Institute Funding Challenges/Solutions
Quadrant Marine Institute Program Administrator, Jan Bellamy shared this very concerning information with Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest. Quadrant Marine Institute has been successfully delivering the Marine Service Technician (MST) technical training program for 30 years with apprentices across the country. However, recent government funding cutbacks have placed that successful delivery at risk. READ MORE |
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Product Focus
Raymarine Launches Pathfinder ECDIS
New IMO Type-Approved Navigation Solution Expands Raymarine’s Commercial Product Offerings. Raymarine – a global leader in high-performance marine electronics — has announced the official release of the Pathfinder ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System). The IMO-compliant Pathfinder ECDS is a premier maritime navigation solution for use both as a primary and backup... READ MORE |
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ePropulsion Expands Award-Winning Line-Up With the New Spirit 2 Electric Outboard
Propulsion Americas, a global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, has announced the launch of Spirit 2, the latest addition to its acclaimed Spirit series. Celebrating ten years of innovation in electric mobility on the water, Spirit 2 delivers an exceptional combination of power and portability, redefining what boaters can expect from a compact electric outboard. READ MORE |
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Product Focus
Battle Born® Expands Product Line to Include New Inverter/Chargers, Batteries, and Fully Redesigned Mobile App
Battle Born® (manufactured by Dragonfly Energy) is introducing the next wave of its power solutions lineup, featuring all-new inverter/chargers, smaller-capacity LiFePO₄ batteries, and a fully redesigned mobile app. Designed to give customers more choice and simpler system integration, this launch marks the first phase in a broader rollout of next-generation Battle Born power solutions. READ MORE
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Just Launched
Where Innovation Meets Luxury: The 57 FLY from Cruisers
We’re excited to welcome you aboard the Cruisers Yachts 57 FLY where modern luxury meets innovation. From its expansive flybridge with advanced helm controls, well-appointed galley, and spacious seating, every detail is designed for comfort and effortless entertaining. READ MORE
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Two French Icons and a World Premiere at The Paris Nautic Show: New Beneteau Gran Turismo 50 Alpine Limited Edition
At the Paris Nautic Show, BENETEAU and Alpine are bringing together two worlds steeped in French expertise by unveiling the Gran Turismo 50 Alpine limited edition for the first time, alongside the all-new Alpine A390. This flagship model brings together two legendary French brands: BENETEAU’s heritage in boatbuilding and Alpine’s motorsport DNA. READ MORE
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Calendar
The Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest calendar helps you plan ahead for the greatest personal benefit by attending events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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