Boating

National Marine Manufacturers Association Names Cutwater AOR for Recreational Boating Industry's Discover Boating Program

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Boating, Water transport, Water, Transport, Human activities

In this new collaboration, Cutwater takes the helm to lead development of the Discover Boating brand platform and consumer campaign.

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  • In this new collaboration, Cutwater takes the helm to lead development of the Discover Boating brand platform and consumer campaign.
  • "We are avid boaters ourselves and are excited to work with the National Marine Manufacturers Association to encourage more people to experience life on the water."
  • New work from Cutwater for the NMMA, their 14 annual boat shows and the industry's Discover Boating brand will launch in 2022.
  • The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the leading trade organization for the North American recreational boating industry.

Minister Alghabra marks North American Safe Boating Awareness Week and announces funding to organizations that promote safe boating practices

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Friday, May 21, 2021
Human activities, Articles, Transport Canada, Human behavior, Office of Boating Safety, Boating, Pleasure craft, Occupational safety and health, North American Safe Boating Campaign, National Safe Boating Council

The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of boaters in Canadawhether for recreational or commercial purposesvery seriously.\nWith the launch of the North American Safe Boating Awareness Week, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, today announced more than $3.6 million in funding for recreational boating safety projectsunder Canada\'s Boating Safety Contribution Program.

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  • The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of boaters in Canadawhether for recreational or commercial purposesvery seriously.\nWith the launch of the North American Safe Boating Awareness Week, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, today announced more than $3.6 million in funding for recreational boating safety projectsunder Canada\'s Boating Safety Contribution Program.
  • The Government of Canada will continue take action and raise awareness to ensure boaters in Canada safely enjoy the boating season.\n"North American Safe Boating Awareness Week is an opportunity to reflect on safe boating practices and recognize the work of our partners and stakeholders in promoting safe boating.
  • The recipients of this year\'s Boating Safety Contribution Program will provide important awareness and education to help keep our waters safe for all.
  • "\nTransport Canada\'s Office of Boating Safety supports prevention-based programs and encourages safe boating practices and compliance with safety regulations.\nThe Recreational Boating Safety component of the Boating Safety Contribution Program funds up to 75% of total eligible project expenditures, up to a maximum of $400,000 per recipient.

ASSA ABLOY acquires Sure-Loc in the USASSA ABLOY acquires Sure-Loc in the US

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Friday, May 21, 2021
Assa Abloy, Wärtsilä, Assa, Assa, Boating, Yachting, Economy of Sweden

b'STOCKHOLM, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sure-Loc, a leading supplier of residential locks and associated hardware in the US.\n"I am very pleased to welcome Sure-Loc into the ASSA ABLOY Group.

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  • b'STOCKHOLM, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sure-Loc, a leading supplier of residential locks and associated hardware in the US.\n"I am very pleased to welcome Sure-Loc into the ASSA ABLOY Group.
  • "Sure-Loc\'s reputation for quality products and excellent customer service reflect our values and I\'m excited for them to become part of ASSA ABLOY.
  • The main office is located in Salt Lake City, USA.\nSales for 2020 amounted to about 14 MUSD (approx.
  • The acquisition will be accretive to EPS from start.\nThe ASSA ABLOY Group is the global leader in access solutions.

ASSA ABLOY acquires Sure-Loc in the USASSA ABLOY acquires Sure-Loc in the US

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Friday, May 21, 2021
Assa Abloy, Wärtsilä, Assa, Assa, Boating, Yachting, Economy of Sweden

b'STOCKHOLM, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sure-Loc, a leading supplier of residential locks and associated hardware in the US.\n"I am very pleased to welcome Sure-Loc into the ASSA ABLOY Group.

Key Points: 
  • b'STOCKHOLM, May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sure-Loc, a leading supplier of residential locks and associated hardware in the US.\n"I am very pleased to welcome Sure-Loc into the ASSA ABLOY Group.
  • "Sure-Loc\'s reputation for quality products and excellent customer service reflect our values and I\'m excited for them to become part of ASSA ABLOY.
  • The main office is located in Salt Lake City, USA.\nSales for 2020 amounted to about 14 MUSD (approx.
  • The acquisition will be accretive to EPS from start.\nThe ASSA ABLOY Group is the global leader in access solutions.

Make a Sober Ride Home Part of Your Holiday Long Weekend Plan

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Driving under the influence, MADD Canada, Transport, Boating, Human activities, Alcohol

Visit https://www.uber.com/ca/en/ for more information.\nThe Victoria Day weekend marks the official start of MADD Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Campaign 911 program.

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  • Visit https://www.uber.com/ca/en/ for more information.\nThe Victoria Day weekend marks the official start of MADD Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Campaign 911 program.
  • Sponsored by Maritime-Ontario Freight Lines Limited, and supported by police and community partners, Campaign 911 encourages the public to call 911 to report a suspected impaired driver.
  • The program runs all year round, but is promoted prominently through the summer.\nThis weekend also marks the start of Safe Boating Awareness Week, May 22 \xe2\x80\x93 28.
  • For everyone getting their boats in the water this holiday weekend, please remember that impaired boating is just as dangerous and just as illegal as impaired driving.

Sirius Signal Partners with the USCG Auxiliary Association "Add a Dollar & Save a Life"

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
United States Coast Guard, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, Boating, Sirius Satellite Radio, Water, Transport, Human activities

b'SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sirius Signal is supporting the Coast Guard Auxiliary Association, (AuxA), with the option of adding a dollar to your checkout total on the Sirius Signal website.

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  • b'SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Sirius Signal is supporting the Coast Guard Auxiliary Association, (AuxA), with the option of adding a dollar to your checkout total on the Sirius Signal website.
  • This added dollar option will be donated to the recreational boating safety mission of the Coast Guard Auxiliary.\n"The Coast Guard Auxiliary Association (AuxA) is proud to be in alliance with Sirius Signal to benefit the recreational boating safety mission of the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
  • Every $1.00 you contribute through the "ADD-A-DOLLAR SAVE-A-LIFE" program will go directly to the Coast Guard Auxiliary to support its boating and paddle craft safety mission.
  • We thank Sirius Signal.

Safe Boating Awarness Week - Coast to Coast

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Transport Canada, Office of Boating Safety, CSBC Corporation, Taiwan, Boating, Pleasure craft, Water, Transport, Human activities, North American Safe Boating Campaign

b'TORONTO, May 20, 2021 /CNW/ -North AmericanSafe Boating Awareness Week will take place across Canada from May 22nd to May 28th, 2021.

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  • b'TORONTO, May 20, 2021 /CNW/ -North AmericanSafe Boating Awareness Week will take place across Canada from May 22nd to May 28th, 2021.
  • The purpose of this initiative, managed by the CSBC (Canadian Safe Boating Council) and its partners, is to promote safe and responsible boating practices\nIn Canada, 16 million people enjoy recreational boating.
  • Stephanie Rankine, Canadian Safe Boating Council.\n"When people think about driving impaired they think about a car on the road.
  • - Michelle McShane, Executive Director Paddle Canada\nGo to www.sbaw.ca to access videos from CSBC partners that can be downloaded by media or shared on social media.\nSafe Boating Awareness Week is promoted by the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC), a registered charity, with support from its members, partners and Transport Canada\'s Office of Boating Safety.\nFor additional information on boating safety, visit BetterBoater.ca or STARTBoating.ca\n'

BoatUS and Cobra Electronics Team Up To Enhance Boater Safety and Experience on the Water

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Thursday, May 13, 2021
BoatUS, Boating, Consumer electronics, GEICO, Articles, Distress signal, Water, Skills

"Equipped with Bluetooth operation, one button DSC distress calling, and helpful features such as Rewind-Say-Again, Cobra makes on-water communications affordable and essential to your safety on the water.

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  • "Equipped with Bluetooth operation, one button DSC distress calling, and helpful features such as Rewind-Say-Again, Cobra makes on-water communications affordable and essential to your safety on the water.
  • BoatUS offers GEICO boat insurance policies that give boat owners affordable, specialized coverage and superior service they need.
  • We help keep boaters safe and our waters clean with assistance from the nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water.
  • Visit BoatUS.com.\nCobra Electronics is a major brand of Cedar Electronics, a global supplier of connected automotive and consumer electronics solutions.

National Boating Under the Influence Prevention Campaign, Operation Dry Water, Publishes Annual Report

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Boating, Water transport, Water, Transport, Human activities, National Safe Boating Council

Officers made contact with over 305,000 boaters while patrolling our nation's waterways, providing an opportunity for officers to educate boaters and help raise awareness about the dangers related to boating under the influence.\nThe National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) recently published the 2020 Operation Dry Water Annual Report .

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  • Officers made contact with over 305,000 boaters while patrolling our nation's waterways, providing an opportunity for officers to educate boaters and help raise awareness about the dangers related to boating under the influence.\nThe National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) recently published the 2020 Operation Dry Water Annual Report .
  • The annual report also features the campaign's awareness and outreach efforts as well as the 2020 Operation Dry Water awards recipients.\nOperation Dry Water is a year-round boating under the influence awareness and enforcement campaign.
  • The annual three-day weekend takes place around July fourth, a holiday unfortunately known for drinking and boating, and deadly incidents.
  • * Operation Dry Water serves as a reminder to boaters that boating while impaired from the use of alcohol or drugs is extremely dangerous.

2021 National Safe Boating Week Offers Tips for All Boaters

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
National Safe Boating Council, North American Safe Boating Campaign, Transport, Water transport, Water, Human activities, Boating

b'MANASSAS, Va., May 12, 2021 PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Safe Boating Week will be held from May 22-28, 2021, reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season.

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  • b'MANASSAS, Va., May 12, 2021 PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National Safe Boating Week will be held from May 22-28, 2021, reminding all boaters to brush up on boating safety skills and prepare for the boating season.
  • This observance week is the annual kick-off of the Safe Boating Campaign, a global awareness effort that encourages boaters to make the most of their boating adventure by being responsible.\n"The best boating experience is safe boating," said Yvonne Pentz, communications director of the National Safe Boating Council, a nonprofit dedicated to helping create a safe boating experience for all boaters and the lead organization of the Safe Boating Campaign.
  • "\nThe National Safe Boating Council recommends these tips for boaters:\nTake a boating safety course.
  • Learn more at https://safeboatingcampaign.com .\nEstablished in 1958, the National Safe Boating Council is the foremost coalition for the advancement and promotion of safer boating through education, outreach, and training.