MINNEAPOLIS, April 24, 2025 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces four new Partner Members: Compass Maritime Group, iPacket, Seabob and W&W Ventures. MRAA Partner Members play a vital role in driving progress within the marine industry by demonstrating their commitment to its continued success. Their collaboration with MRAA’s initiatives allows them […]
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A Letter from MRAA’s Board of Directors
MRAA’s Board of Directors responds to member concerns related to the escalating costs of Boats Group’s online marketplaces.
MRAA Invites Partners and Manufacturers to Host Dealer Meetings at Dealer Week 2025
MRAA invites manufacturers and partners to bring their dealers to Dealer Week 2025, combining dealer meetings with world-class education and networking, Dec. 7–10 in Tampa, Florida.
Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements Removed
• Marine Retailers Exempt from Burdensome Regulations WASHINGTON, April 1, 2025 – The Marine Retailers Association of the America (MRAA) announced today that on March 21, 2025 the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule which removes the requirement for U.S. companies and U.S. persons to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to […]
5 New Partner Members Join the MRAA
MINNEAPOLIS, March 31, 2025 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces five new Partner Members — Gtechniq Marine, Lahzo, Mannix Marketing, TruVideo and Shore Hitch — joined the association recently. Through Partner Membership, marine manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers showcase their dedication to the industry’s growth and success. By aligning with MRAA’s […]
Radian IoT, Northpoint Commercial Finance Launch New Pilot Program to Support Marine Supply Chain Management
March 27, 2025, Alpharetta, GA. – Radian IoT and Northpoint Commercial Finance announce a new groundbreaking pilot program leveraging Radian IoT’s state-of-the-art GPS tracking technology for direct testing among select Northpoint OEM and dealer customers. This pilot program featuring a sampling of Northpoint customers is designed to test the delivery of real-time insights into OEM […]
New Safe Boating Video Series from Discover Boating
• New video (E1S4) of the boating safety series offers tips for boaters on preparing their boat for new season ahead Discover Boating, powered by the NMMA and the MRAA, is helping you to engage your customers, offering a series of boating safety video that educate and connect with the next generation of boaters. These […]
MRAA Participates in Small Business Legislative Council Fly-in
• MRAA Government Relations Team Meets with White House and Congressional Leadership WASHINGTON, March 24, 2025 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) Government Relations Team recently participated in the Small Business Legislative Council (SBLC) fly-in in Washington to discuss small business issues impacting recreational boat dealers and potential regulatory hurdles in the […]
Spectrum Color Commits to Platinum Partner Membership
BROOKLYN PARK, March 24 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announces Spectrum Color commits to Platinum Partner Membership and will be exhibiting at Dealer Week 2025 in Tampa, Fla. As a Platinum Partner Member of the MRAA, Spectrum Color plays an essential role in supporting the growth and success of the marine […]
MRAA Supports ‘25 in 2025’ Campaign
Campaign issues challenge to states to create the 25th office of outdoor recreation WASHINGTON — Along with leading outdoor recreation organizations from across the United States led by the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR), the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas celebrates the launch of the ‘25 in 2025’ campaign, a challenge to states to create […]
