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Americans Continue to Find Their Best Selves in Recreational Fishing

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Following a record increase in participation in 2020, Americans continue to find enjoyment, companionship, and peace of mind on the water, according to data from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation’s (RBFF) 2023 Special Report on Fishing .

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  • Following a record increase in participation in 2020, Americans continue to find enjoyment, companionship, and peace of mind on the water, according to data from the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation’s (RBFF) 2023 Special Report on Fishing .
  • In 2022, 54.5 million Americans ages six and over went fishing, an increase of 4 percent over 2021 and just under 2020’s high of 54.7 million.
  • Fishing participants ranked spending time in nature, escaping everyday stresses, and spending time with family or friends among the top benefits.
  • 4.1 million Americans tried fishing for the first time in 2022, up from 3.7 million new participants the prior year.

Monaco Energy Boat Challenge: 46 teams and 50 boats for the 10th edition

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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MONACO, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A top-level meeting between professionals and students to build an advanced Yachting.

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  • MONACO, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A top-level meeting between professionals and students to build an advanced Yachting.
  • It is the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (5th-8th July), the meeting for alternative energy sources to power the maritime industry bringing engineering students and professionals together to present their latest innovations.
  • In this landmark 10th edition, organised by Yacht Club de Monaco, will partecipate forty-six teams from 25 nations, including 31 universities for around 50 boats.
  • "The goal remains to stimulate creativity to design eco-friendly propulsion systems and share the experiences and knowledge acquired," says Bernard d’Alessandri, General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races Return

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races jointly organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA) took place June 24-25.

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  • The Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races jointly organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association (HKCDBA) took place June 24-25.
  • The event welcomed first-time participants from Poland, Australia, Dubai, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines, Mainland China, Macao, and Hong Kong.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230627108445/en/
    More than 160 teams of about 4,000 dragon boat athletes from ten countries and regions participated in the Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races to compete for 17 titles in Victoria Harbour.
  • Visitors are welcome to visit the LINE FRIENDS Hello Hong Kong Dragon Boat Photo Spots, and the themed POP-UP STORE at Avenue of the Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui until July 2.

Salt Life Growth in Northeast Continues

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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Salt Life President Jeff Stillwell commented, "We continue to see exceptional interest in Salt Life across the Northeast, with consumers in New Jersey, New York and adjacent states consistently among the most active purchasers on our eCommerce site.

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  • Salt Life President Jeff Stillwell commented, "We continue to see exceptional interest in Salt Life across the Northeast, with consumers in New Jersey, New York and adjacent states consistently among the most active purchasers on our eCommerce site.
  • The new Long Branch location provides a great in-store experience and another opportunity for Salt Life enthusiasts in the Northeast to engage with our brand.
  • Salt Life also offers omnichannel consumer engagement through its YouTube channel, Instagram, Facebook, in-store activations, and The Daily Salt content portal, which includes Above & Below: a Salt Life Podcast as well as charter captain, dive instructor, and surf instructor directories.
  • The Salt Life team is doing a great job of bringing the brand to consumers and we look forward to supporting Salt Life as it moves into more new markets, product categories, and revenue channels in the coming years.”

Take Me Fishing™ Unveils a Fishing Line as Strong as the Women It Was Made For

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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In honor of National Fishing and Boating Week ( NFBW ), Take Me Fishing™, a national campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), launched Fearless Fishing Line, a limited-edition fishing line created in partnership with Berkley®.

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  • In honor of National Fishing and Boating Week ( NFBW ), Take Me Fishing™, a national campaign from the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF), launched Fearless Fishing Line, a limited-edition fishing line created in partnership with Berkley®.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230526005301/en/
    In addition to spotlighting the life-changing benefits of fishing and boating, Fearless Fishing Line was created to encourage more women to get out on the water.
  • Take Me Fishing created Fearless Fishing Line in partnership with Berkley, a Pure Fishing brand.
  • For additional information on the campaign, including the research that inspired it and Fearless Fishing Line, visit https://www.takemefishing.org/find-your-best-self/ .

MarineMax Expands in the Midwest With the Addition of C&C Boat Works

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht, and superyacht services company, today announced the acquisition of C&C Boat Works, a full-service boat dealer in Crosslake, Minnesota.

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  • MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht, and superyacht services company, today announced the acquisition of C&C Boat Works, a full-service boat dealer in Crosslake, Minnesota.
  • For more than 60 years, family-owned C&C Boat Works has provided Minnesota’s Whitefish Chain of Lakes with outstanding customer service and premium brands.
  • Brett McGill, MarineMax Chief Executive Officer and President, stated, “We are excited to welcome C&C Boat Works to the MarineMax family.
  • The addition of C&C Boat Works, which follows our 2021 acquisition of Nisswa Marine, enhances our ability to serve customers and realize further efficiencies across our operations in the region.

Fishing Is the Fastest Growing Activity on Boatsetter’s Platform

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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Boatsetter predicts the record 70-day gulf red snapper fishing season will further support interest in the Florida region this summer.

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  • Boatsetter predicts the record 70-day gulf red snapper fishing season will further support interest in the Florida region this summer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230601005445/en/
    Boatsetter, the leading marketplace for boat rentals nationwide, reports a 60% increase in fishing trip bookings.
  • According to the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation , more women and children are taking to the water than in previous years.
  • On a mission to make boating safe and accessible to all, Boatsetter is the only national boat rental platform to offer insured fishing boat rentals and professional fishing charters.

Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Selects CommScope’s RUCKUS Networks as Wi-Fi Official Supplier

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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Elite sailing team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli has selected RUCKUS Networks as its Wi-Fi official supplier for the second consecutive race as it seeks to qualify for the 37th America’s Cup.

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  • Elite sailing team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli has selected RUCKUS Networks as its Wi-Fi official supplier for the second consecutive race as it seeks to qualify for the 37th America’s Cup.
  • The Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team will rely on the RUCKUS Wi-Fi network to carry data from onboard sensors and devices to a local server and to their support boats.
  • “CommScope and RUCKUS Networks are thrilled to be continuing our collaboration with the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team.
  • With the America’s Cup being held in Barcelona, the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli team will have to move its boats and base of operations from its headquarters in Italy to Spain.

Boatsetter Has Doubled Locations for Popular Boatsetter Academy Program

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Boatsetter , the leading marketplace for on-water experiences and boat rentals nationwide, today announced the expansion of Boatsetter Academy to eight new markets.

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  • Boatsetter , the leading marketplace for on-water experiences and boat rentals nationwide, today announced the expansion of Boatsetter Academy to eight new markets.
  • Boatsetter Academy helps us break down all three barriers,” said Scott Cockburn, Boatsetter Academy’s Director.
  • “Our goal with Boatsetter Academy is to make boating more accessible and grow the community of boaters.
  • To learn more about Boatsetter Academy, find course schedules, and course details in each location, please visit www.boatsetter.com/academy .

MarineMax Reports Fiscal 2023 Second Quarter Results

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht, and superyacht services company, today announced results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2023.

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  • MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht, and superyacht services company, today announced results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2023.
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    “After the exceptionally strong results we saw throughout fiscal 2022, our second quarter fiscal 2023 revenue reflected the boat industry’s return to more seasonal sales trends, coupled with the ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, which grew more impactful as the quarter progressed,” stated Brett McGill, MarineMax’s Chief Executive Officer and President.
  • This result was primarily attributable to decreases in new and used boat revenue, resulting in 13% lower same-store sales compared with same-store sales increases of 7% in the second quarter of fiscal 2022 and 45% in the second quarter of fiscal 2021.
  • MarineMax will discuss its fiscal 2023 second quarter results and outlook in a conference call starting at 10:00 a.m.