Media Tracking
Report
01/24/2008
Article Index
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National Marine
Manufacturers Association Coverage
New Sterndrive
Control System Unveiled
[Soundings (Trade Only) (Online), 01/19/2008]
By Frank Kehr
The Axius system is among a host of new products from Cummins MerCruiser
Diesel...The system was recognized by the
National Marine Manufacturers Association with an innovation
award at the International Boatbuilders' Exhibition and Conference in
October...
Medart Marine Adopts MDX
[ThomasNet (Online), 01/17/2008]
...Medart Marine recently implemented the Marine Data Exchange (MDX) and
has been actively trading on the network as of December 1, 2007.
Developed by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)
and the National Marine Distributors Association (NMDA), MDX automates
the trade of purchase orders, acknowledgments, shipment notifications
and invoices between parties on the MDX value added network (VAN)..."The MDX network is
expanding, not only in volume, but in terms of new buyers and suppliers
trading," says NMMA's John Warnik. "We expect to add several key
companies this year, validating third-party indications that these type
of exchanges remain a viable solution for e-commerce over the long
term."...
Revenues From Conference To Benefit Educational Efforts
[Soundings (Trade Only) (Online), 01/16/2008]
Revenue generated from next month's Conference on Marine Industry
Technical Training will be used to help support projects that directly
affect all segments of the industry, such as a national skills analysis
and needs analysis...Produced by the
Marine Industry Technical Education Council and co-sponsored by the
American Boat & Yacht Council, the National Marine Manufacturers
Association and Professional Boatbuilder magazine, the conference
will examine key workforce development and technical training issues in
the marine industry.
NMMA
Helps Shape Rule On Paint Emissions
[Soundings (Trade Only) (Online), 01/14/2008]
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency last week finalized a rule to
regulate area source emission standards for paint stripping and surface
coating..."In formal written comments, NMMA expressed its view to
EPA that the spray booth requirement would prevent boatyards and marinas
from conducting outdoor bottom painting or maintenance touch-up
painting," said John McKnight, director or environmental safety and
compliance for the NMMA, in a statement. "NMMA also noted
the proposed rule would force small boatbuilders to comply with what is,
essentially, a plastic-and-metal-parts MACT standard, while major source
boatbuilders are currently exempt from this regulation."...As a result
of NMMA's comments, EPA made significant changes to the final
rule, which remedy concerns for the recreational marine industry...
Boater
Education Makes Maine Waters Safer
[Times Record, 01/11/2008]
By Rep. Thom Watson
...LD 2067, "An Act to Require Boating Safety Education," requires that
all recreational powerboat operators demonstrate a fundamental level of
boating safety knowledge...This bill was developed by a working group
that included the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, the US.
Power Squadrons and its six Maine squadrons, the National Transportation
Safety Board, the National Marine Manufacturers Association, the
Personal Watercraft Industry Association, the Maine Department of Inland
Fisheries and Wildlife and the Maine Department of Marine Resources...
Outdoor
Recreation Village 2008
[RV News , 01/11/2008]
...Visitors to the Outdoor Recreation Village can wander from
"neighborhood" to "neighborhood" checking out all of the exciting
recreation activities...Visitors to
the Outdoor Recreation Village will feel the spirit of the outdoors
thanks to product displays by Forever, Coleman, Airstream and other
companies. The Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation, and the
National Marine Manufacturers Association and other industry leaders
are also lending their strong support for this unique interactive
recreation event with boating and fishing simulators and systems that
unlock the secrets of the best boating and fishing spots...
Discover
Boating Coverage
Outlook 2008
[Soundings (Trade Only), 01/01/2008]
By Leonard Bellavia
...Thomas
J. Dammrich, President, National Marine Manufacturers Association:
I think we will see a bottoming out and some slight improvement in
our industry in 2008. Most experts are predicting slower economic growth
and perhaps even a recession. Consumer confidence is very low as 2007
ends...It will probably be 2009 before we see strong growth again, but
in 2008 we should see some mild growth for the industry. Fall boat show
attendance and sales were strong. Is this the beginning of the new
uptrend? I think so. Discover Boating is working. More people are
interested in the boating lifestyle and taking look at boating - many
for the first time. Baby Boomers and GenXers are spending recreational
dollars. And, according to recent research, they would rather spend
their money on a boat than any other type of recreational vehicle...
Sail
Away On Your Boat-Buying Adventure
[Islander, 12/29/2007]
...Many daydream about owning their own boat but are often discouraged
or intimidated...If you don't live along the coastline, don't despair -; 90
percent of Americans actually live within one hour's drive of a
navigable body of water. By visiting www.DiscoverBoating.com, you
can access a boat marina and ramp locator that allows you to search by
state and county to determine the options closest to you. And, if you
aren't familiar with the laws and rules of the water,
DiscoverBoating.com features local boater education courses and
additional resources to help. You'll even find tips such as the ability
to reduce the cost of your marine insurance premium by taking a boater's
education course...
Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show Coverage
Weekend Web: TurboTax, Boat And RV Show
[WMAQ-TV Channel 5 (Chicago) (Online), 01/21/2008]
...The 78th Annual Chicago Boat, RV and Outdoors Show features
latest models, interactive river, indoor ATV course, Discover Boating
Center, Take Me Fishing Center, kids' casting pond and more.
Show opens to public at 11 a.m. Through Jan. 20. McCormick Place, North
Building, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive...
Events
[The Daily Southtown (Online), 01/18/2008]
...The 78th annual Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show, which is
billed as the largest recreation and leisure show in the Midwest,
features more than 600 boats, more than 200 recreational vehicles,
marine accessories, outfitters and plenty of hands-on activities. Show
runs through Sunday. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today, 10 a.m. to 9
p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults,
$4 for ages 13 to 15, free for ages 12 and younger...
Chilly Mood Pervades Chicago Boat, RV Show
[RV Business (Online), 01/18/2008]
...It's not unusual for there to be a chill in the air when recreational
vehicle manufacturers and retailers convene each January in this city,
with its notoriously cold winters, for the annual Chicago Boat, RV
and Outdoors Show..."People are concerned about 2008," said Thom
Dammrich, the president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association
(NMMA), which represents about 1,700 boatbuilders, engine manufacturers,
and marine accessory manufacturers. "I think most are projecting that
the year would be flat to slightly down over 2007...I think most
manufacturers would be very happy with an '08 that was flat."...
Skiing
Squirrel Skips This Year's Boat Show
[Chicago Tribune, 01/17/2008]
By Andy Argyrakis
Those heading to the 78th annual Chicago Boat, RV &
Outdoors Show to see Twiggy the Water Skiing Squirrel are out of
luck...The 2008 main event is the "Bling My Boat" display where
an aging vessel scores a complete red-carpet overhaul. Prior to this
week's unveiling, the National Marine Manufacturers Association,
sponsor of the event, sent out e-mails and Internet postings for boat
owners to submit photos and explanations why their vessel deserves a
makeover, which was picked by a panel of judges in textbook reality-TV
style...
Showtime For Mr. Muskie
[Chicago Sun-Times, 01/16/2008]
By Dale Bowman
...We're in the heart of the outdoor show season. The
Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show is at McCormick Place through
Sunday, too...It's time to gawk at and buy stuff -- fishing equipment to
boats to hunting trips -- but also to learn things. The Chicagoland show
has a solid lineup focused on nearby trips and local knowledge, down to
local legend Mick Thill...
Landing Berth In The Boat Show
[Chicago Tribune, 01/12/2008]
By Charles Osgood
The 55 Marquis, from Pulaski, Wis., the largest boat in
the show, is eased into position at McCormick Place North on Friday for
the Chicago Boat, RV & Outdoors Show, which opens Wednesday and
will run through Jan. 20.
Boat Show Coverage
Although The
Weather Outside Is Frightful, The Atlantic City Power Boat Show Is
Hot... & It Is So Delightful
[Centre Daily Times (Online), 01/14/2008]
...With the latest in cutting edge technology and innovative trends, the
Atlantic City Boat Show will have boating enthusiasts thinking
summer, but it can also have them living a more stress free life.
According to a 2007 survey conducted by the national awareness program
for recreational boating, Discover Boating (DiscoverBoating.com),
and Russell Research, boaters turn to the water for peace and
relaxation. In fact, 93 percent of boaters said their favorite hobby was
a source of stress relief...
Tip Tops Record For Calls
[Brainerd Daily Dispatch (Online), 01/20/2008]
...The 36th annual Minneapolis Boat Show is scheduled Wednesday
through Sunday, Jan. 27, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd
Ave. S., Minneapolis. The show offers five days of boating fun,
education and shopping and features hundreds of boats, exhibits and
special attractions. Event highlights include the "Bling My Boat"
contest, antique and classic boat display, Discover Boating Center
and SailFest...
Jay Yelas Can't Wait To Get On The Road To The Show
[Louisville Courier-Journal (Online), 01/20/2008]
By Gary Garth
The Louisville Boat, RV & Sport Show, which begins
a nine-day run Saturday at the Kentucky Exposition Center, is largely
about boats the size of your house and recreational vehicles that would
dwarf a Greyhound bus. But a slice of the show is dedicated solely to
fishing and hunting...
Baltimore Boat Show Expands With Addition Of SailFest
[Yeadon Times, 01/17/2008]
The 54th Baltimore Boat Show, already the longest-running and
largest boating event in the area, will be even bigger in 2008 with the
addition of SailFest, more than 750 boats and five days of educational
seminars, demonstrations and family fun...The biggest addition to the
Baltimore Boat Show is SailFest, a 25,000 square foot area featuring
new keelboats, catamarans and skiffs "docked" along a replica pier...
The
2008 New Orleans Boat Show
[Boating Life (Online), 01/15/2008]
The 2008 New Orleans Boat Show features the Take Me Fishing
Center, offering attendees a chance to learn to fish from the pros.
This year's center will feature four interactive stations: the Getting
Started Station, the Local Fishing Station, the Anglers' Legacy Station,
and the Media Station...
Boats,
Football, And Prizes In AC
[Cape May County Herald, 01/14/2008]
...The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) will
debut the new Maxum Get in the Game Boat Giveaway, at Atlantic City
International Power Boat Show...In May, one winner will be selected to win the Maxum boat, valued at
more than $55,000. The Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Omar Gaither will
be at the Atlantic City International Power Boat Show on Feb. 7 from 5
to 8 p.m. He'll be signing autographs and talking to fans...
Riding Choppy Waters
[Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 01/10/2008]
By Jim Tharpe
...Vendors at the 4th annual Atlanta Boat Show hope there are a
lot of folks out there like Brookhaven resident Stan Levy...His boat was
selected as the eye-popping "Showboat" for the event, which runs through
Sunday and is one of the nation's biggest regional boat shows...