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Marine industry bands together for Hurricane Ian relief efforts
October 31st, 2022
Following the devastation of Hurricane Ian, the marine industry has offered its support to those affected across Florida in an effort to assist the community in returning to some sense of normalcy. The Mercury Racing division of Brunswick Corp has launched a fund-matching and fundraising Hurricane Ian Relief program to support the Cape Coral and […]
Hurricane Ian relief resources for marine industry businesses
October 10th, 2022
Following Hurricane Ian’s devastation to many communities across southwest Florida and other regions, many remain without power or clean drinking water. The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) shares the resources listed her for those in the marine industry who are looking for assistance or ways to help others. On September 24, 2022, President Biden approved […]
Hurricane Ian leaves destruction in Florida
October 3rd, 2022
Hurricane Ian made landfall on Wednesday, Sept. 28, in southwestern Florida from Tampa to Naples, Bonita Springs, Sanibel Island, and Fort Myers, making its way inland to Orlando before heading up Florida to North Carolina. When Ian arrived in southwest Florida, it was a category 4 hurricane, decimating homes, businesses, roads and marine infrastructure. Reports […]
Hurricane Ian forces IBEX 2022 cancellation
September 26th, 2022
The International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced the cancellation of this year’s show, which was to take place Sept. 27-29 in Tampa, Fla. The decision, according to show organizers, was made in order to prioritize the safety of its staff, exhibitors and partners as a result of weather reports from the National Oceanic and […]