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Former Westport exec tapped for MIASF

Former Westport executive Phil Purcell has been selected as the new executive director of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida. The MIASF owns the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show,…

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Bellingham appoints NE GM

Washington-based marina builder and dock manufacturer Bellingham Marine has promoted Michael LaRocque general manager of the company’s northeast division. LaRocque will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the division…

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SeaDek buys new plant

Central Florida-based SeaDek Marine Products has purchased a new 72,000-square-foot production facility. SeaDek manufactures non-skid materials as alternatives to molded-in non-skid or paint-on textures.   The move comes after years…

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Marine charity adds program

The Marine Industry Cares Foundation, a philanthropic organization made up of South Florida’s marine industry, has added ARC Broward and the county’s annual Broward AWARE! Protecting Our Children child abuse…

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Net Logic releases Watchkeeper

Beginning July 1, vessels must be fit or retrofit with a BNWAS, which ensures the officer on watch is alert. Its timer is reset at timed intervals, and if the…

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Resolve opens ER simulator

CUTLINE: (Above: Left to right)  Rosemary Mackay, Lead Engineering Instructor and Simulator Operator; Denise Johnston, Director, Resolve Maritime Academy; David Boldt, Simulation Training Group Manager Ft. Lauderdale-based Resolve Maritime Academy…

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Tognum renames to Rolls-Royce

Germany-based Tognum AG has changed its name to Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG. Since March 2013, the specialist for large engines, propulsion systems and distributed energy systems has been a wholly…

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Last call for safe and clean boating grant

Deadline for applying for a $10,000 grant from BoatUS Foundation is Jan. 15. The group is looking to fund Grassroots Grants projects that use new, innovative approaches to encourage safe…

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Kadey Krogen Yachts splashes new trawler

Florida-based builder Kadey-Krogen Yachts has splashed its newest trawler, the 58-foot M/Y Destiny. With three staterooms and a swim platform, the 20th yacht in this line will be on display…

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Yacht Crew Connection is like mom to crew

A yachting professional who is also a mom has started a business to help new crew feel like part of the family. Yacht Crew Connection is designed to give crew…

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