Message From The Editor
Summer is Here!
Summer is officially underway in Canada and with numerous boating events to take advantage of there is no shortage of new offerings to check out in your area.Visit the Boating Industry Events Calendar for what is coming up near you.Send us your own events anytime and we will post them free of charge.Happy Summer!
thodgson@kerrwil.com
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Manufacturer News
MERCURY MARINE INTRODUCES FOUR NEW ENGINES DURING IT'S 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
This year, Mercury Marine is celebrating its 75th anniversary, from its humble beginnings in Wisconsin to its growth into the world's leading provider of marine engines. Last week at their Fond du Lac, Wisconsin headquarters, the celebrations included the introduction of four new engines. It is the culmination of celebrations that were announced last January.
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YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA ANNOUNCES THE CREATION OF A NEW, WHOLLY OWNED FINANCING COMPANY
Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. has announced the creation of a new wholly owned subsidiary company which will provide financing services to its Canadian Motorsport and Marine dealers. The new company, Yamaha Motor Finance Canada Ltd., will begin operations on January 1, 2015.
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People
LEGENDARY BASKETBALL COACH BOB KNIGHT TO KEYNOTE 2014 INTERNATIONAL BOATBUILDERS' EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE INDUSTRY BREAKFAST
The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), taking place September 29 - October 2, 2014 at the Tampa Convention Center, has announced that legendary basketball coach Bob Knight will present a motivational speech on "Winning" at the annual Industry Breakfast on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 - 7:30 to 9:30 am.Thom Dammrich, NMMA President will deliver the State of the Industry address followed by the presentation of four important industry awards including, The IBEX Innovation Awards, the NMMA Hall of Fame Award, the Exhibitor Video Awards, and the Boating Industry Movers & Shakers Award.
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Boat Shows
DATES CONFIRMED FOR 2015 VANCOUVER BOAT SHOW
Dates for the 2015 Vancouver International Boat Show have been set for January 21 to 25 at BC Place and Granville Island.
Determining show dates involves an in-depth analysis and careful consideration of all relative factors and parties involved:
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WITH OVER 500 EXHIBITORS ALREADY REGISTERED THE INTERNATIONAL BOATBUILDERS' EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE SHOW FLOOR IS SOLD OUT
The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), taking place September 29 - October 2, 2014 at the Tampa Convention Center, has announced that the show floor is sold out.The event will host 510 exhibitors, of which 102 are new for 2014, on a show floor that will be nearly 100,000 square feet of exhibit space, dock space, and on-the-water demonstrations, three new pavilions, and special feature areas including The Connected Boat and Material Connexion.
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Electronics
FUGAWI ANNOUNCES ANDROID SUPPORT VIA PATHAWAY
Northport Systems Inc.has announced today greatly expanded chart support for Android mobile devices. With the latest version of PathAway for Android, users with a Fugawi X-Traverse Cloud Passport now have access to 82 different product offerings including the latest in marine charts, weather information, and topographic maps.
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Remembrances
THE PASSING OF A GARMIN ASSOCIATE
One of Garmin International's associates, Brian McMahon, passed away Thursday June 12, 2014.He's been very active in the marine industry since 2001, most recently acting as a Field Service Engineer here at Garmin.Brian worked with many NMEA dealers throughout his career.
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ZF MARINE LOSES A PILLAR OF THE NORTH AMERICAN MARINE INDUSTRY
ZF Marine Propulsion Systems Miramar LLC regretfully announces the passing of Mr. AJ Halavacs, Pleasure Craft Product Line Manager, North and Central America. Mr. Halavacs had been fighting an illness for a number of years. "It's a devastating loss to our team and to the industry" said Wolfgang Schmid, Director, Industrial Technology, Head of Marine Propulsion Systems Region North and Central America.
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Product Focus
BAVARIA SPORT 360 - DESIGN IN NEW DIMENSIONS
The SPORT 360 BAVARIA has redefined the design of motor yachts and sets a new milestone in terms of driving dynamics, comfort and space utilization. Besides the Open and Hardtop SPORT versions, BAVARIA will be launching a new Coupe at a World Premiere in early September at the Oslo Boat Show. Open, hardtop or as a coupe, the new SPORT 360 has become even more versatile
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Education
MAKE THE DEALERSHIP CULTURE, CASH CONNECTION AT MDCE 2014
When you build a strong dealership culture in which employees feel vested in the business, it can unlock higher sales and profitability for even the most successful marine dealerships.
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DIY
INTERLUX® SPONSORS "I BUILT IT MYSELF" BOATBUILDING COMPETITION AT 23RD ANNUAL WOODENBOAT SHOW, JUNE 27-29
"I Built It Myself" annually attracts as many as 50 beautifully crafted boats and proud owners/builders. In previous years, the collection has included kayaks, skiffs, daysailers, canoes and much more
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Boating Events
Race the Cape
July 18-24, 2014
Cape Breton, Island
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27th Annual Georgian Bay Regatta
July 27 - Aug 2, 2014
Registration:Owen Sound
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Marine Industry Careers
Browse Our Job Board for Great Careers in the Marine Industry
Please send any job postings you would like added to eileenwalsh@kerrwil.com
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| June 24, 2014• Volume 1 • Issue 25 |
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