05 May
Harry HungatePress release
(WASHINGTON) — The U.S. Coast Guard launched an innovative and modernized approach to mentorship Saturday, offering expanded leadership opportunities to the Coast Guard active duty, reserve and civilian workforce. The program goes beyond traditional mentoring and provides four types of mentoring tracks or connections tailored specifically to individual needs and scheduling preferences. Additionally, program participants will have the opportunity to network with people who work in a wide variety of fields across the organization. The program is powered by software that can automatically match thousands of mentors and mentees based on professional interests and backgrounds. The four modernized mentoring formats…
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30 Apr
Harry HungateIndustry & Company News, Press release
NMEA is happy to offer to the marine electronics world our installer certification classes this May 18-20.  These are 6-8 hour online instructor led installer certification training sessions. The delivery method for the training is GoToWebinar, where students view and listen to the live instructor and presentation, along with being able to ask questions to the instructor. An online, proctored certification exam using Microsoft Teams concludes each day of training. February Virtual & Online Installer Training: Start Time 1100 New York Time (11:00AM EDT) (UTC-4)

Tuesday, May 18 - Basic Marine Electronics Installer (BMEI)
Wednesday, May 19 - Basic NMEA2000® Network Installer (BN2K)
Thursday, May…
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28 Apr
Harry HungateBoat & Gear News, Press release
The MNC-1250 is a Dual band 2.4/5Ghz wireless network controller with a built in SIM slot to access cellular data sources. It features gigabyte ports, multi-source failover functionality, dual internal access points, and a host of other robust features to complete a vessels networking needs. Today's boaters want faster internet so many marinas and hot spots now offer the 5Ghz band. Wave WiFi has a variety of Dual Band WiFi transceivers that can bring 5Ghz or other internet options that are available aboard without limitations. Once the boat is connected to shoreside WiFi the MNC1250 allows faster signals to be broadcast on…
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26 Apr
Harry HungatePress release
Somerset, N.J. – SailGP and ePropulsion, a global leader and market challenger in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today a partnership to deliver innovation on-water that provides electric outboard solutions for the global sail racing league that champions a world powered by nature. ePropulsion has been appointed as an official partner to SailGP and, with a shared sustainability and environmental purpose and vision, will join SailGP’s Race for the Future and help deliver actions and innovations that advance the global adoption of clean energy. ePropulsion will be the Electric Outboard Supplier for Small Craft for Season 2 and…
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15 Apr
Harry HungateBoat & Gear News, Press release
Lee, N.H. – Rushton Gregory Communications, a marketing communications agency specializing in the marine, outdoor and consumer electronics markets, announced today it has been retained by ePropulsion to provide public relations services for the North American market. The agency will use its varied skill set to assist the company with new product launches and partnerships, and help expand brand awareness throughout North America. Founded in 2012, ePropulsion has grown to be one of the leading companies in the development and manufacturing of clean, electric propulsion solutions. With a focus on reliability, safety and ecologically friendly solutions, ePropulsion’s product lines include…
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15 Apr
Harry HungateBoat & Gear News, Press release
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – Dockmate®, manufacturer of wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today its next generation of receivers that are built with advanced hardware and communication features. The new Dockmate receiver includes a modernized look and rugged design that is fully compatible with all electronic engine and thruster controls. The receiver is made completely of aluminum, waterproof to IP67 rating and measures a mere 9-inches by 8-inches by 3-inches. Additionally, installation is made easier with four newly-incorporated outside mounting slots. Each receiver integrates the proprietary communications protocol DockLink – an infinitely superior, state-of-the-art two-way FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum)…
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08 Apr
Harry HungateBoat & Gear News, Industry & Company News, Press release
Auckland, New Zealand – Vesper Marine, a leading manufacturer of innovative marine safety and communication products, announced today that due to rapid growth in the vital North American market, Damien Frye, based out of Seattle, Washington, has been hired as U.S. National Channel Manager. "We are thrilled to welcome Damien to the Vesper Marine team as U.S. National Channel Manager,” said Jason Young, Vesper Marine, Global Sales Director. “With an extensive resume in sales and service for marine electronics and safety products, Damien is well-versed in our product line, having previously managed our sales efforts in Alaska. We are confident…
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29 Mar
Harry HungateIndustry & Company News, Press release
Rockland, Maine – US Harbors, a free online resource for boaters and coastal communities, announced today voting begins on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 for the 3rd annual “Best Harbor in the US” contest at www.usharbors.com/best-harbor/. Participation is free and open to everyone, including the over 8 million people who use US Harbors (usharbors.com) for their coastal and marine weather, tides charts and harbor-local boating and fishing information. The purpose of the contest is to promote the strength and vitality of coastal communities. Past winning harbors have been those whose residents have strong communication networks and are passionate about where they…
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19 Mar
Harry HungateIndustry & Company News, Press release
The National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) has released its latest protocol, the NMEA OneNet® Standard, Version 1.000. This is an open industry standard based on Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) and the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet Local Area Network. The standard brings together years of committee efforts and is designed for standardized IP networking of marine electronic devices on and off the vessel.OneNet provides a common network infrastructure for marine electronic devices and/or services on IPv6. All OneNet application protocols, such as NMEA 2000® PGN messages, are designed to use a standard IPv6 network protocol stack. The NMEA OneNet Committee utilized…
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18 Mar
Harry HungatePress release
Dana Point, CA – (March 17, 2021) – Pacific Asian Enterprises, Inc. (PAE) is excited to announce the addition of two new models to the Nordhavn line-up of passagemaking yachts. The Nordhavn 625 will be a twist on the current Nordhavn 60 hull; and the Nordhavn 71, a modern option for those in the 65-75-foot range. What helps keep Nordhavn at the top of its game is the continual push to move its designs forward. We have seen this in the past with the N52 (from the N47), the N60 and 63 (from the N55), the N68 (from the N64),…
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