Welcome to the Northwest Marine Trade Association

The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) is the oldest and largest regional boating trade organization in the nation (see History), representing the interests of approximately 800 member companies.

Each year it produces the Seattle Boat Show at Qwest Field Event Center and the Everett Boat Show on behalf of its members.

The nine member staff also works year round to promote boating and keep members informed of developments in the boating industry. The 13-Member Board of Trustees represents retail boat dealers, boat manufacturers, marinas, boatyards, and related marine industry businesses.

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PRESIDENT'S REPORT
A message from NMTA President 
George Harris

Promote, Protect and Produce

I’ve been at the NMTA helm for almost two weeks. Our final Board meeting of the fiscal year was held June 17, when we looked backward to celebrate our many successes in 2008-2009. Most notably, we said thank you and goodbye to Michael Campbell for his 10 years of leadership, passion and innovation for the NMTA. The Board also looked forward and approved the 2009- 2010 budget and business plan, and welcomed five new board members.

NMTA Membership is on the top of my mind – you’re who I work for now and we’re right in the middle of our annual renewals. More...

ABYC TRAINING
The following ABYC courses are being offered to NMTA members at a discount. Register today to qualify for early-bird rates!

ABYC Standards Certification
August 4-9, 2009
Seattle, Wash.

Marine Corrosion Certification
October 20-23, 2009
Seattle, Wash.

Marine Systems Certification
December 15-18, 2009
Seattle, Wash.

Marine Electrical Certification
January 26-29, 2010
Seattle, Wash.

Basic Electrical
February 17-19, 2010
Seattle, Wash.