
West Marine: What’s Next?
The retailer filed a series of first-day motions concurrently with its bankruptcy filing. A judge will review objections to the motions in June.

The retailer filed a series of first-day motions concurrently with its bankruptcy filing. A judge will review objections to the motions in June.

The president of the boatbuilding and design school cites poor enrollment as a primary driver in the decision.

The operation will be based at the Bridge Tender Marina in Wrightsville Beach, and will represent Viking and Valhalla.

The RIB builder announced that it appointed Luxury Marine its official representative in Ecuador.

Pro wakeboarder Jake Pelot will lead the pro rider ambassador program and continue as a Tigé athlete.

Mike Schmitt and Kandace Chewning join Cooper Bisbe in staffing the builder’s new showroom in Jupiter.

The daily e-newsletter will not publish Monday, May 25, in recognition of Memorial Day.

The retailer owes from $697,082 to $8.57 million to its top 30 vendors, many of which are major marine companies.

CEO Paulee Day assured vendors that the retailer is “not going out of business” and plans to emerge from bankruptcy in mid-to-late August.

Editor-in-chief Gary Reich discusses the importance of resilience and optimism in uncertain times.

Numerous issues in play at the state and federal levels are keeping advocates for boating and fishing on their toes

Scout’s 670 series redefines outboard-powered boats, with more on the horizon

Interim Vice President of Public Policy
and Government Affairs, National Marine Manufacturers Association

Christi Romero’s Texas dealership posted record sales in 2025

Without access, boating becomes no more than an idea that can’t be realized

Editor-in-chief Gary Reich discusses the importance of resilience and optimism in uncertain times.

Numerous issues in play at the state and federal levels are keeping advocates for boating and fishing on their toes

Scout’s 670 series redefines outboard-powered boats, with more on the horizon

Interim Vice President of Public Policy
and Government Affairs, National Marine Manufacturers Association

The North Carolina Wildlife Federation named the Regulator co-founder and president Marine Resource Conservationist of the Year.

Stassi Anastassov previously was CEO of Duracell and has held senior leadership positions at Procter & Gamble.

Kirby Marine in Newport, R.I., will represent the RIB brand in the Ocean State.

The collaboration merges Rightboat’s marketplace reach with YachtOne’s digital tools.

The retailer has filed a Chapter 11 restructuring support agreement in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.

Remote: Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts Company Overview About Pettit Pettit Marine Paint manufactures and markets a complete line of high performance, American made, marine coatings.

Weichai Group was the victor of a shareholder vote; CEO Galassi out and two directors leave the board.

With the temporary 10% global tariffs struck down, there’s a sense in the marine industry that the administration is going to keep attempting to implement levies.

Marine-segment revenue increased 8.9% to $753.78 million, though operating profit decreased 13% due to tariff activity.

Six brokers have joined the firm across its East Coast locations.

The synthetic decking manufacturer announced that it acquired its Danish distributor, Flexiteek Denmark.

The Apex Marine acquisition includes property and its service and sales business.

“2025 was a milestone year for Brunswick,” said chief sustainability officer Jennifer Koenig, with achievements across its environment, products and people pillars.

April inflation was up 0.6% over March and 3.8% year-over-year, contributing to a choppy and less-predictable business environment.

The D13 IPS hybrid system is aimed at the yacht segment, and is expected to be available later this year.

Lisa Van Gruisen takes oversight of the Marine Trades Accreditation Program from Sarah Devlin, who is retiring.