National Marine Fisheries Service

Tiara Yachts Receives Marine Industry CSI Award

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Lundi, février 21, 2022

HOLLAND, Mich., Feb. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tiara Yachts , a family-owned manufacturer of American-made luxury watercrafts, announced today it has earned the 2021 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) for outstanding customer satisfaction in multiple product segments.

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  • HOLLAND, Mich., Feb. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tiara Yachts , a family-owned manufacturer of American-made luxury watercrafts, announced today it has earned the 2021 Marine Industry Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Award from the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) for outstanding customer satisfaction in multiple product segments.
  • Tiara Yachts was recognized in the following categories and segments:
    "We love hearing that our new and returning customers have had great experiences with Tiara, and we have our manufacturing and customer service teams to thank for that," said Tom Slikkers, CEO and President of Tiara Yachts.
  • The Marine Industry CSI Awards honor boat and engine manufacturers who have achieved the highest level of customer contentment, as voted on by customers.
  • Tiara Yachts, headquartered in Holland, Michigan, is one of the oldest privately held boat manufacturers in the United States.

NCLA Asks First Circuit to Set Aside NOAA’s Unlawful Rule Forcing Industry to Fund at-Sea Monitors

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Mardi, février 1, 2022

The New Civil Liberties Alliance has filed an opening brief in the appeal of Relentless Inc., et al.

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  • The New Civil Liberties Alliance has filed an opening brief in the appeal of Relentless Inc., et al.
  • of Commerce, et al., in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit.
  • NCLA argues that the federal agencies cannot fund their operations through this mandate, outside of Congressional appropriations.
  • NCLA is a nonpartisan, nonprofit civil rights group founded by prominent legal scholar Philip Hamburger to protect constitutional freedoms from violations by the Administrative State.

Former CDO of Virginia Carlos Rivero Joins GCOM as Vice President, Data & Analytics

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Jeudi, janvier 13, 2022

COLUMBIA, Md., Jan. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCOM, a leading technology company that specializes in outcome-driven solutions for state, local and federal government agencies, today announced that Carlos Rivero has joined as Vice President, Data & Analytics.

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  • COLUMBIA, Md., Jan. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GCOM, a leading technology company that specializes in outcome-driven solutions for state, local and federal government agencies, today announced that Carlos Rivero has joined as Vice President, Data & Analytics.
  • Riveros addition to GCOMs leadership team comes as the company expands its data and analytics services footprint with the recent acquisitions of ASR Analytics and Qlarion .
  • Carlos has been a celebrated and outspoken champion for the power of data to transform the way governments operate and serve residents, said Kamal Bherwani, CEO of GCOM.
  • GCOMs SaaS solutions, coupled with its IT and data analytics services, help governments to provide real-world program impact for residents.

SEAWORLD 'INSIDE LOOK' PROGRAM OFFERS EXCLUSIVE BEHIND-THE-SCENES ACCESS TO SEE AND LEARN MORE ABOUT EXPERT ANIMAL CARE

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Lundi, janvier 10, 2022

Inside Aquarium Experience:Catch an exclusive glimpse at SeaWorld's many aquariums from a birds-eye view, or from underneath the tank itself.

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  • Inside Aquarium Experience:Catch an exclusive glimpse at SeaWorld's many aquariums from a birds-eye view, or from underneath the tank itself.
  • Learn what goes into keeping SeaWorld's animals healthy and how animal care experts maintain animal habitats to closely mirror wild environments.
  • The Company is one of the world's foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training,husbandry,and veterinary care.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Placeand Sea Rescue.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Welcomes New Rescued Resident Dolphin Named "Apollo"

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Mardi, décembre 14, 2021

CLEARWATER, Fla., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to announce it has been selected by National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to be the forever home to a new rescued male dolphin.

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  • CLEARWATER, Fla., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) is excited to announce it has been selected by National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) to be the forever home to a new rescued male dolphin.
  • Resident bottlenose dolphins Hope, Nicholas, and rough-toothed dolphin Rudolph were all rescued during the month of December.
  • Stone Dolphin Complex where Winter the Dolphin once lived with resident dolphins Hope, PJ, Nicholas, and Hemingway.
  • The mission and potential to change people's lives differentiates Clearwater Marine Aquarium from any other aquarium in the world.

SEAWORLD RESCUED AND REHABILITATED DOLPHIN AND SEA TURTLE DEEMED NON-RELEASABLE BY NOAA AND USFWS TRANSFERRED TO AN AQUARIUM IN CLEARWATER

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Mardi, décembre 14, 2021

Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), two government authorities, were transferred to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium today.

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  • Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), two government authorities, were transferred to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium today.
  • NOAA (dolphin) and USFWS (turtle) determined these animals were unable to return to the wild post rehabilitation due to chronic health conditions.
  • Given his condition, in consultation with NOAA Fisheries, a decision was made to transport the dolphin for rehabilitation at SeaWorld Orlando.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Placeand Sea Rescue.

Canada is failing fisheries: Fewer than one-third considered healthy

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Mardi, novembre 16, 2021

Fewer than one-third of Canadas fisheries are considered healthy (30.4 per cent, compared to 34.5 in 2017).

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  • Fewer than one-third of Canadas fisheries are considered healthy (30.4 per cent, compared to 34.5 in 2017).
  • Of the latter, nearly 80 per cent lack the rebuilding plans required under Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) policy that should outline when, how and what is needed to build them back to healthy levels.
  • Canada must do the same, said Dr. Robert Rangeley, Science Director, Oceana Canada.
  • Oceana Canada was established as an independent charity in 2015 and is part of the largest international advocacy group dedicated solely to ocean conservation.

NFWF Announces $971,000 in Conservation Grants from its Killer Whale Research and Conservation Program

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Mardi, novembre 9, 2021

The grants will generate $951,000 in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of more than $1.9 million.

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  • The grants will generate $951,000 in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of more than $1.9 million.
  • The grants were awarded through the Killer Whale Research and Conservation Program (KWRCP) , a partnership between NFWF, NOAA Fisheries, the U.S.
  • Killer whales play a key role in the ecological and cultural fabric of the Pacific Northwest, said Jeff Trandahl, executive director and CEO of NFWF.
  • Together with our returning partners, we remain committed to helping these magnificent and highly intelligent creatures overcome barriers to recovery.

NCLA Successfully Petitions NOAA to Delay Warrantless 24/7 Surveillance of Charter Boats in the Gulf

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Mardi, novembre 2, 2021

However, NOAA has only approved a delay until March 1, 2022.

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  • However, NOAA has only approved a delay until March 1, 2022.
  • The Rule requires that each charter boat must be equipped with NMFS-approved hardware and software with a minimum capability of archiving GPS locations.
  • The Petitioners and counsel for NOAA agreed to and filed a request to shorten the briefing schedule and for expedited review.
  • While NOAA did not credit NCLA, this successful petition means the Court will now have time to consider the positions of the parties.

PARTS iD, Inc. Hires General Managers for Boating & Marine and RV & Camper Verticals

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Mercredi, octobre 6, 2021

Bowers will apply his knowledge of the manufacturer landscape, marine and boating fitment considerations, and lifestyle trends to lead vendor relations and inventory expansion for the BOATiD.com vertical.

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  • Bowers will apply his knowledge of the manufacturer landscape, marine and boating fitment considerations, and lifestyle trends to lead vendor relations and inventory expansion for the BOATiD.com vertical.
  • Im thrilled to be joining the PARTS iD team at such an exciting time for the boating industry and ecommerce as a whole, said Michael Bowers, General Manager of Boating & Marine at PARTS iD, Inc.
  • Additionally, the RV Industry Association reports a 43.4% year-over-year growth in RV shipments from 2019 to 2020 .
  • PARTS iD is a technology-driven, digital commerce company focused on creating custom infrastructure and unique user experiences within niche markets.