Message From The Editor
Adapting to Change is Always Timely
Carla Demaria's keynote at METS 2014 gives an interesting perspective on adapting to change in order to succeed. It applies, of course, across all industry everywhere but even though we all know it in the back of our minds, in this time of rebuilding strength in all sectors of the marine business, it's a great reminder to be nudged into thinking on the subject. If you didn't attend METS2014 you won't have the benefit of hearing the keynote speech but for those who are attending the Boating Ontario Trade Show and Conference this week you will have ample opportunity to learn about adapting to change in effective ways.
Happy Reading.
Terri Hodgson,
Online Editor
thodgson@kerrwil.com
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Engines
NEW VOLVO PENTA NEXT-GENERATION MARINE GASOLINE ENGINES
Volvo Penta has announced the introduction of the first two models of its next-generation sterndrive marine gasoline engines. The new 4.3-liter catalyzed V6 engines, rated at 200 and 240 horsepower, will supplement Volvo Penta's current V6 product line. They debuted at the Marine Dealers Conference & Expo (MDCE) in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 16-19.
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METS 2014
FAST RESPONSES TO RAPID CHANGE: CARLA DEMARIA PRESENTS KEY TO SUCCESS AT OPENING OF METS 2014
Carla Demaria, President of Monte Carlo Yachts, Board member of Italian Yachting Federation (UCINA) and the Board of Bénéteau Group and General Manager of Bénéteau Brand, has given a fascinating keynote speech at the opening ceremony of METS 2014. Maritime industry leaders from around the world gathered in one of the lecture halls in the Amsterdam RAI congress centre during the METS 2014 Breakfast Briefing to hear Demaria describe how the philosophy of adaptive evolution has paid dividends for her company.
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Fundraisers
YET ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL PINK BOAT TOUR, SPONSORED BY NADEN BOATS IN SUPPORT OF THE CANADIAN BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION
The 2nd PINK Boat Tour came full circle in North Bay on October 5th, when the winners were selected at the annual Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure North Bay. Janice Heidman of Parry Sound is now the owner of a Pink Naden, one of only two ever made. Heidman takes the helm of a 14-foot Pink Naden Fisherman aluminium boat package that includes a 15-hp Tohatsu motor, Yacht Club Trailer and a safety and mooring package.
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People
BOATUS PRESIDENT MARGARET PODLICH NAMED 2014 DARLENE BRIGGS WOMAN OF THE YEAR
Margaret Podlich, president of the Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), the nation's largest boat owners' association with more than 500,000 members, was named the 2014 Darlene Briggs Woman of the Year. Podlich was honoured Wednesday Nov. 19, during the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo Awards Breakfast at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla. The Darlene Briggs Woman of the Year Award is presented annually to an outstanding woman in the marine industry.
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GSW & ASSOCIATES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS WITH ORION
This year, GSW and Associates celebrates its 25th anniversary with Orion Safety Products. While attending a factory visit, Jay McLaughlin, Bob DeFonte and Kerry Stark of Orion presented GSW and Associates an award for "25 Years of Excellent Service". GSW attendees included Jeff Gueterman, Rick French, Mike McCachren, Rob Gueterman, Craig Cochran, Bob Schreiner, Paul Perry, Chris Byal and Ron Gueterman.
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EXECUTIVE PROMOTIONS AT FURUNO USA, AS JIM ATTERIDGE RETIRES
Furuno USA, Inc. has been a leader in the U.S. marine electronics marketplace since it was formed in 1978, as a subsidiary of Japan-based Furuno Electric Company. In 1992, Jim Atteridge was appointed President and began setting the vision and direction for the company. Fast forward 22 years, and Furuno USA has become a brand known across every market in the industry, from commercial to recreational boating. After 30 years of dedicated service to the company, Atteridge is retiring as President and assuming a new role, as Director and Corporate Advisor.
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Events
BAVARIA YACHTBAU OPENS OFFICE IN THE USA
In October BAVARIA opened its new office in the USA at Fort Lauderdale in Florida. This is the second direct representation from the German Shipyard and follows the Bavaria Shanghai office opened recently. Under the name of BAVARIA YACHTS AMERICA, this office based in Florida will supervise the US market, Canada and the entire South American region. The BAVARIA YACHTS AMERICA operation is represented by Vincent Guiot, Sales Director at BAVARIA.
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MERCURY MARINE DEALERS LEAD THE BOATING INDUSTRY "TOP 100"
Mercury dealerships earned 83 of the Top 100 positions on the list, which was published in the November issue of Boating Industry, and 18 of the top 20 positions in the U.S. and Canada. Additionally, seven of the eight dealers that received special "Best in Class" recognition awards were Mercury Marine dealers. Dealerships are chosen and ranked based on customer service, overall business operations, marketing and professionalism.
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Calendar
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Marine Industry Careers
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| Dec 2, 2014 • Volume 8 • Issue 48 |
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