Latitude offers strong resistance to cold cracking, tearing, weathering, rot and ultraviolet exposure. Photo: Strataglass® Latitude is an American-made marine fabric that blends aesthetics and durability. It uses a specially designed vinyl film technology that provides a soft feel while ensuring the durability needed for tough marine environments. Latitude offers strong resistance to cold cracking, [...]

The Marine Fabricators Association (MFA) is accepting entries for its annual Tools, Tips & Tricks contest. The 2027 contest is sponsored by Keyston Bros, Serge Ferrari Group and Robeco. Marine fabricators do myriad things in their shop every day to save time or money, or to do a job in a unique way. This contest aims to share these ideas [...]

Duet is free of phthalates and flame retardants as well as anti-mildew, antibacterial and antimicrobial additives. Photo: Enduratex™ Duet is part of Enduratex™’s Puretex collection and was designed to combine a woven look with cleaner chemistry. The fabric is crafted with multiple print layers and is AB-2998 compliant. Duet is free of phthalates and flame [...]

Registration is now open for the 2027 Marine Fabricators Conference. This annual event, hosted by the Marine Fabricators Association (MFA), will be held January 7–9, 2027, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown in Nashville, Tenn. “Registering for the 2027 conference will be an easy decision to make with this year’s conference offering new and diverse [...]

Fenn Crypton® blends the tactile properties of bouclé yarns with a softly distressed pattern, and the presence of the Crypton fluid barrier enhances durability. Photo: Designtex Amble, Fenn Crypton® and Marra patterns are designed to create environments that feel deliberate, welcoming and comfortable while meeting the rigorous performance demands of high-traffic settings. Amble is a [...]

National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) released its latest sales trends report for cruisers, watersports, fishing boats and trailers. This report is part of NMMA’s 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract and covers retail unit sales for each category and by application. According to the report, in 2025, the U.S. recreational boat market recorded 220,397 new powerboats [...]