Marine News from the Great Lakes

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Highfield Boats, the leading brand of Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBS) in America, will unveil the latest model in its Velox jet RIB range on January 21st, opening day of the Discover Boating New York Boat Show, at 3 pm in Booth G35 at the Javits Center. The 22’1” Velox 660 is now the largest model in the series, which also

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Saturday, January 17, 2026

Norwegian boatbuilder Marex Boats will showcase its lineup of smart, family-focused cruisers at boot Düsseldorf 2026, starting today January 17th and going until January 25th. Known for combining Scandinavian design with practical comfort and real-world usability, Marex continues to strengthen its international presence with

tags: 2026, Boat, Boatbuilder, Boating, Boats, boot Düsseldorf, cruiser, Cruising, Family, international, Lineup, Marex Boats, Norwegian, Safe, Scandinavian, Yacht

Friday, January 9, 2026

As winter wears on and boating season starts to peek around the corner, Great Lakes enthusiasts have plenty of chances to get inspired, educated, and geared up for 2026. From January through mid-March, regional boat shows bring together manufacturers, dealers, marine gear experts, and fellow boaters under one roof — the perfect

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