Powerboating

MarineMax Completes Acquisition of Premier Distributor and Retailer Williams Tenders USA

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Monday, March 4, 2024

MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Williams Tenders USA, Inc. (Williams).

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  • MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Williams Tenders USA, Inc. (Williams).
  • Headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida, Williams is a premier distributor and retailer for UK-based Williams Jet Tenders Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of rigid inflatable jet tenders for the luxury yacht market.
  • “Today, Williams’ luxury jet tenders are marketed in 20 locations across the United States and the Caribbean.
  • We believe Williams is well-positioned to capitalize on this growth opportunity and are thrilled to welcome the entire Williams USA team to the MarineMax family.”

Tri Sea Stabilizers Enjoys Triple Win at Seakeeper Annual Dealer Awards

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Last weekend at the Annual Dealer Awards ceremony for Seakeeper Inc., Tri Sea Stabilizers , South Florida’s leading elite dealer for Seakeeper Inc. Refits, Service and Sales, was recognized with an astounding Trifecta Win.

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  • Last weekend at the Annual Dealer Awards ceremony for Seakeeper Inc., Tri Sea Stabilizers , South Florida’s leading elite dealer for Seakeeper Inc. Refits, Service and Sales, was recognized with an astounding Trifecta Win.
  • This marks the first time in Seakeeper history that one dealer has won this many awards in one year.
  • Having been a Seakeeper only dealer for the last seven years, Tri Sea has continually been honored for the quality of their work.
  • Tri Sea Stabilizers performs Seakeeper installs and service in the following locations:

Dustin Connell Clinches Fifth MLF Bass Pro Tour Win at B&W Trailer Hitches Stage One at Toledo Bend Presented by Power-Pole

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

The win marks his fifth Bass Pro Tour victory – second most all-time – and his third straight in regular-season events contested with every-fish-counts scoring.

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  • The win marks his fifth Bass Pro Tour victory – second most all-time – and his third straight in regular-season events contested with every-fish-counts scoring.
  • Ever since the BPT schedule was unveiled for 2024, Connell has had his eye on Toledo Bend.
  • It didn’t matter that he primarily chased a different species (Alabama bass) a few hundred miles away from Toledo Bend.
  • Television coverage of the B&W Trailer Hitches Stage One at Toledo Bend Presented by Power-Pole Knockout Round will air as a two-hour episode starting at 7 a.m.

Yamaha Joins Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association Supporting Multiple Technology Solutions to Carbon Neutrality

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. joined the Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) alongside hydrogen producers, infrastructure providers, engineering firms and other off takers as part of its pursuit of multiple technology solutions to achieve carbon neutrality.

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  • Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. joined the Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) alongside hydrogen producers, infrastructure providers, engineering firms and other off takers as part of its pursuit of multiple technology solutions to achieve carbon neutrality.
  • “Yamaha plans to work diligently with FCHEA to advance hydrogen energy and fuel cell policies,” said Martin Peters, Director, Yamaha Marine External Affairs, who will serve on the organization’s board of directors.
  • FCHEA represents more than one hundred leading organizations advancing production, distribution, and use of innovative, clean, safe, and reliable hydrogen energy.
  • FCHEA educational efforts promote the environmental and economic benefits of hydrogen energy and fuel cell technologies.

Skeeter Boats Claims Innovation Award for New WXR2060F

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Friday, January 26, 2024

The National Marine Manufacturers Association® (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) honored Skeeter Boats with the 2024 Minneapolis Innovation Award in the fiberglass fishing boat category for the WXR2060F.

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  • The National Marine Manufacturers Association® (NMMA) and Boating Writers International (BWI) honored Skeeter Boats with the 2024 Minneapolis Innovation Award in the fiberglass fishing boat category for the WXR2060F.
  • The Innovation Awards were presented during the Sneak Preview event on January 17 and recognized manufacturers and suppliers who brought new, innovative products in the boating industry to market.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240126067215/en/
    “This industry recognition of the WXR2060F is quite an honor, and one we share with our team and customers,” said Jeff Stone, Senior Vice President, Skeeter Boats.
  • The Innovation Awards’ judging committee is comprised of BWI members who perform product testing throughout the year and have specific expertise in marine OEM products and equipment.

MarineMax Reports Fiscal 2024 First Quarter Results

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat, yacht and superyacht services company, today announced results for its first quarter ended December 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 first quarter ended December 31, 2023.
  • In fiscal 2024, we are focused on capturing further synergies and increasing the earnings power of MarineMax imbedded in the acquisitions we completed over the past several years.
  • The Company also is revising fiscal year 2024 Adjusted EBITDA1,2 guidance in the range of $190 million to $215 million.
  • MarineMax will discuss its fiscal 2024 first quarter financial results on a conference call starting at 10:00 a.m.

Yamaha Introduces New 350-Horsepower 4.3-Liter Offshore Outboard

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117301949/en/
    Yamaha's new 4.3-liter F350 offshore outboard meets customer demand for horsepower diversity combined with premium-level performance and reliability.
  • The F350 is the perfect big power, light-weight option for a wide variety of applications,” said Ben Speciale, President, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit.
  • Larger intake and exhaust valves and Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) offer air flow advantage for the new Yamaha F350.
  • Yamaha Marine is the only outboard brand to have earned NMMA®’s C.S.I.

 Innovation Takes Center Stage as U.S. Boat Sales Cool Following COVID-Era Demand Surge

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240110609636/en/
    Personal watercraft are often a gateway to boating given their entry-level pricing and ease of use.
  • This is specifically driving propulsion technology innovation with boats running on sustainable marine fuels, hydrogen, electric and hybrid propulsion systems.
  • Recreational boating isn’t just for the one percent: 61% of boaters have an annual household income of $100,000 or less.
  • Leading the nation in sales of new powerboat, engine, trailer and accessories in 2022 were the following states:

Rep. Barry Loudermilk Visits Yamaha Marine Innovation Center

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Representative Barry Loudermilk (R-Georgia) visited the Yamaha Marine Innovation Center Jan. 8 in Kennesaw, Georgia.

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  • Representative Barry Loudermilk (R-Georgia) visited the Yamaha Marine Innovation Center Jan. 8 in Kennesaw, Georgia.
  • During the visit, Rep. Loudermilk toured the new 75,280 square foot facility, which houses the Yamaha Marine Connected Division as well as Yamaha U.S. Marine Development, Yamaha Marine Product Management and Yamaha Marine Technical Marketing.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240109198697/en/
    Ben Speciale, President, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, gave Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Georgia) a tour of the Yamaha Marine Innovation Center on Jan. 8.
  • Yamaha executives in attendance during Rep. Loudermilk’s visit to the Marine Innovation Center included Chrzanowski, Ben Speciale, President, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, Stephen Donnell, President, Yamaha Golf-Car Company, and Mike Martinez, President, Yamaha Motorsports Division.

Yamaha Marine Awards Scholarship to High-Performing Manatee Technical College Students

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Yamaha Marine recently awarded a $1,250 scholarship to Nicholas Peduzzi, a high-performing marine service technology student at Manatee Technical College (MTC).

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  • Yamaha Marine recently awarded a $1,250 scholarship to Nicholas Peduzzi, a high-performing marine service technology student at Manatee Technical College (MTC).
  • The Yamaha Marine Scholarship at MTC provides an incentive for the next generation of Yamaha Marine technicians to attend MTC, become Yamaha certified and begin a career at a Yamaha Marine dealership.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102292693/en/
    Yamaha Marine Scholarship recipient at Manatee Technical College, Nicholas Peduzzi, is working to become a certified Yamaha Marine Technician.
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    “Manatee Technical College is proud to work with industry leaders such as Yamaha,” said Doug Wagner, Director, Manatee Technical College.