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Message From The Editor Comparing the Miami Show to Toronto
In the last Editor’s Message from February 10th, I said that I would be attending the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® with my eyes wide-open in the wake of the announcement that Informa Markets who operate the Miami Show, was to buy the Toronto International Boat Show. That is a very big development for TIBS and I wondered if I would see big differences between the two shows when I got to Miami.
How might our show change from past shows when Informa Markets, with all their resources, takes it over? Remember that I am attending as a media person and frankly, I see what a consumer attendee sees. It’s probably very different from the experience an exhibitor has with show management including Informa. I can’t comment on that. But the section of MIBS at the recently renovated Miami Beach Convention Centre, seems like a far larger building from the outside and yet the show floor seems smaller that the Enercare Centre in Toronto. (READ MORE)
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Yamaha Wins "Boat of the Year" for the New CrossWave
At the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show on February 11, 2026, Boating magazine Executive Editor Kevin Falvey announced that the new Yamaha CrossWave four-seater personal watercraft had been awarded their "Boat of the Year." After extensive testing by the magazine, the CrossWave stood out for its innovation and wide range of features. READ MORE |
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Groupe Beneteau Sees Sales Turnaround in H2 2025 and Return to Growth in 2026
• Full-year revenues of €849m, marked by sales trends picking up again in H2 (-5% at constant currency) following a sharp contraction in H1 (-27% at constant currency)
• Fourth-quarter business in line with forecasts, although with revenues impacted by customs clearance delays in the United States for around €20m READ MORE |
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Western Marine & Transat Marine – Proud Distributors of emtrak Marine Communications in Canada
Western Marine & Transat Marine have been the proud Distributors for emtrak in Canada for the last couple of years. For over 20 years, em-trak has been designing, engineering, and manufacturing AIS transceivers and integrated marine communication systems. Trusted by professional mariners, commercial operators, and leisure boaters across the globe. It has been a great addition to the collection of Brands that Western Marine & Transat Marine represent. READ MORE |
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Global Marine Industry Leaders to Gather in Washington, D.C. for ICOMIA & IFBSO Congress 2026
The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and the International Federation of Boat Show Organizers (IFBSO) will convene the ICOMIA & IFBSO Congress 2026 in Washington, D.C. from 24–28 May 2026, hosted by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA). Set in the United States—widely recognised as the largest market in the global recreational boat market by revenue share—Congress 2026 comes... READ MORE |
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ABYC Sets Date for Annual Marine Service Technician Week
Celebrate Your Marine Service Technicians, April 20-24, 2026. The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) announced the fifth annual International Marine Service Technician Week, scheduled for April 20-24, 2026. The week recognizes the skill, professionalism and commitment of marine service technicians across the boating industry. READ MORE |
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IOSSO Products Moves to a New Location
We have a new home! After 43 years in Elk Grove Village, IL, we have moved to Elgin, IL. Just a mere 20 miles west, we are now set up in our new location. Iosso Products has long been known for manufacturing specialty cleaning products for the outdoor industry. Your trusted source for Mold & Mildew Stain Remover, Premium Water Repellent, Seam Sealer, E-Z Snap, Fiberglass Reconditioner and Metal Polish to name a few favorites. READ MORE |
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Education
NMEA Installer Trainings- Remaining Winter Dates 2026  NOTE: Some classes are available in Virtual format that would be more accessible for Canadian techs, but we are listing all the courses remaining, in case this benefits some of our readers. Please register early at the link below as these classes are anticipated to sell out! READ MORE |
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Product Focus
Mercury Marine Unveils Integrated Suite of Digital and Control Innovations, Redefining the Future of Boating  Mercury Marine, a division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), has announced the launch of a new generation of digital and control innovations designed to elevate performance, simplify operation, and enhance the overall boating experience. Unveiled as part of a unified innovation showcase, Mercury’s latest advancements include the Mercury Keyless System, Boost, Premier Joystick, and a new DTS Performance Pedal... READ MORE |
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Avikus Marks Milestone in Autonomous Vessel Operation With Launch of NEUBOAT Control  Avikus, HD Hyundai’s specialized Autonomous Navigation Technology subsidiary, has announced the launch of the next evolution in its NEUBOAT autonomous vessel system, NEUBOAT Control. NEUBOAT Control enables the vessel autonomy features of Avikus’ award-winning autonomous vessel systems such as NEUBOAT Dock and NEUBOAT Navi, and provides the interface required for smart navigation and auto-docking features. 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.
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