Beginning on January 1, 2023, Boat Rental Operators, or Liveries, in Florida have been required to obtain annual permits as well as have valid insurance for both the business operations and for their customer, the renter. This new requirement was included in the Boating Safety Act of 2022, Sponsored by Senator Ileana Garcia (Miami) and […]
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‘BoatUS Magazine’ Wins 5 Awards for Writing Excellence
SPRINGFIELD, Va., Feb. 22, 2023 – Boating Writers International, the professional association for writers, editors, publishers, bloggers, photographers and videographers in the recreational boating and fishing industries, bestowed five awards on BoatUS Magazine staff and contributors during a presentation recently held at the group’s annual meeting at the 2023 Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. The awards, which […]
U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss Visits Discover Boating New England Boat Show
U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA-04) visited the New England Boat Show Thursday, Feb. 16, touring the show with NMMA Vice President of Northeast Boat Shows Jon Pritko and MMTA Executive Director Randall Lyons. During the visit the importance the recreational boating industry plays in New England was discussed. The economic impact in New England is […]
MRAA Dealer Solutions Unveils Expanded Marine Pre-Owned Program
MINNEAPOLIS, February 22 – The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) and MRAA Dealer Solutions successfully launched the MRAA Verified Program for dealers looking to drive more revenue in their pre-owned boat business. The new program, named “MRAA Verified,” expands on the confidence provided by MRAA’s industry-leading Certified Pre-Owned Boat Program (CPO) and will […]
700Credit Partners with IDS to Improve Dealer Sales Process
700Credit is pleased to announce an integration alliance with IDS, a complete DMS and CRM for RV, Marine & Trailer dealerships. Our partnership with IDS aligns nicely with our growth in these markets. Through this new integration, dealers will be able to pull credit reports, manage compliance efforts and run prescreens directly from the IDS platform, simplifying […]
Sustainable Marine Fuels in the Spotlight at Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show
• Latest drop-in fuel technology minimizes CO2 emissions, maintains boats’ range and performance The advancement, innovation, and availability of sustainable marine fuels was the focus of an industry event during the Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show®. Sustainable marine fuels minimize CO2 emissions from recreational boating while maintaining boats’ range and performance. They are compatible with […]
MRAA Introduces 2023 Continuous Certification
The MRAA announced the 2023 Continuous Certification program and the curriculum that MRAA Certified Dealers will need to participate in to maintain their Certification status.
Bonnier Establishes Marine Division to Fully Integrate Around Enthusiast Communities
February 10, 2023 — WINTER PARK, FL — As part of a company-wide restructure announced this week, Bonnier has established a new Marine Division to fully integrate the media and events properties within its fishing, boating and sailing portfolio. The Marine division will include print, digital and broadcast assets as well as the company’s fishing tournaments, expeditions and […]
Vanderbilt Luxury Pontoons Supports the MRAA as a Platinum Partner Member
MINNEAPOLIS — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) announced today that Vanderbilt Luxury Pontoons joined the Association as a Platinum Partner Member. Through Platinum Partner Membership, Vanderbilt supports the MRAA, its programs and the opportunities the association provides the dealer body in an effort to fuel the success of the industry. Commitments from […]
36 Dealership Locations Become MRAA Certified
Thirty-six marine dealer locations from across North America earned their Certified Dealer status by meeting 70 requirements in 2022.