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NMEA Names 2020 Product of Excellence Award Winners
SEVERNA PARK, MD—Manufacturers scored big at the 2020 National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) Business Meeting held on September 26, following the NMEA Virtual Education Week held last week. A total of 19 products received the top award, and the NMEA Manufacturer of the Year was named. "On behalf of the NMEA Board of Directors, staff, and membership, we congratulate all... [Read More...]
Who’s Driving—Paying Attention at the Helm
By Captain Scott “Fraz” Murie Wheel watch is the term we use on our boat for taking control of the helm. The helm, of course, is the command station of any boat. When we travel abroad, we typically cover hundreds of nautical miles in relatively short periods of time. The long days and nights underway call for the helmsman to... [Read More...]
In the Night Bite
By Ric Burnley Just when the sun started to glow in the eastern sky, I decided to go to sleep. After manning the swordfish baits all night, I was exhausted. As I cleared the rigged squid and crawled into my bunk, the dawn patrol crew set out the trolling spread. I had just dozed off when a commotion on the... [Read More...]
Propspeed Offering Free Sample Program with the Launch of New Business Resource Center
Auckland, New Zealand – Propspeed, a leading innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced today a new sample program for boatyards, dealers and retailers. This program allows marine professionals to receive training on product application techniques, sales methods and an in-depth overview of the many resources offered by the Propspeed Business Resource Center (BRC), as well as free sample product to learn with.... [Read More...]
New CAT C32B Marine Engine: The "B" Means Better for Repowers
Drop it in and go: That’s how easy it is to repower with the new 2025 mhp Cat C32B engine. The new model is a drop-in replacement for your existing 1825 mhp or 1925 mhp C32, fitting into the same space in your engine room. And you don’t need to worry about added weight slowing you down. The new C32B... [Read More...]