While there was a decline for the 12-month YOY period ending in January, sales were up 1 percent compared to January 2024. Photo: NMMA The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its Monthly Recreational Boating Industry Data Summary report, an analysis of recreational boating powerboat unit sales and key economic indicators through January 2025. Released monthly, [...]

The fabric provides powerful protection against staining and fading and resistance to mold, mildew and dirt, and it is bleach-cleanable for easy maintenance. Photo: Sunbrella The Sunbrella Plus® marine shade collection now offers four new colors: Marine Blue, Jockey Red, Forest Green and Smoke. The shades deliver water repellency, without compromising on breathability and performance, [...]

Herculite Products Inc. will participate in Techtextil North America 2025 May 6- 8, 2025 in Atlanta, Ga. The company will present its latest innovations designed to meet the needs of various industries. Attendees visiting Herculite’s booth, number 4015, can explore a range of American-made performance textiles engineered for durability, performance and technical capabilities. “We are [...]

Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) recently sent a letter to Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), the Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations to the U.S. House of Representatives, expressing concern over plans to reduce the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) workforce and implement other budget reductions. Boaters rely on a number of [...]

Discover Boating, powered by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), in collaboration with Progressive Insurance®, rolled out the first episode in its fourth safety video series. To educate and engage the next generation of boaters, whose path to purchase looks very different from previous generations, Discover Boating and [...]

After sponging or brushing the solution, let it stand damp for 10 minutes—or longer for extreme stains—and rinse with clean water. Photo: Shurhold Made in the U.S., Shurhold Moldaway contains no bleach or chlorine. It removes mold, mildew, algae, dirt, blood and food and drink stains without scrubbing, altering colors and deteriorating materials. One scoop [...]