Government Affairs Update
Jay Jennings, NMTA’s director of government affairs, Scott Anderson, CSR Marine and Dave Gering, Manufacturing Industrial Council testified in Olympia last week to persuade members of the Senate Environment, Energy & Technology committee to vote against HB 1814 which would counter Seattle’s established plan to connect the missing link of the Burke-Gilman on Leary Way, rather than […]
Save the Dates!
Mark your calendars for two of our key events later this year: Annual Meeting: June 18, Queen City Yacht Club Annual Boatyard and Marina Conference: Oct. 9-10, La Conner Please plan on joining us for these important opportunities to connect, learn and grow with the maritime community.
Apply Now For Boating Facility Grants from RCA
Do you need funding for boating facilities targeting transient recreational vessels 26 feet and larger? If so, we have a grant program for you! The Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO) is now accepting grant applications for the federal Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program. BIG provides funding to develop and renovate public boating facilities for transient recreational […]
Register Now for Maritime Safety Day
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Join NMTA at American Boating Congress, May 12 – 14 in Washington, D.C.
At the Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA), we recognize the significant role our regional boating industry plays in driving the national boating economy that contributes over $230 billion annually and supports hundreds of thousands of jobs. To safeguard this success, it’s crucial that we advocate for policies that protect boater access, foster manufacturing competitiveness, and support infrastructure investments. The American […]
Board Self-Nominations Due April 4
The 13 member NMTA Board of Trustees charts the course for NMTA by setting policy and establishing direction for the association which NMTA staff implements. Are you interested in serving and contributing your voice and expertise? Consider running for the Board in the upcoming May election. Each year three NMTA members are elected to serve a […]
Rep. Nance Visits Government Affairs Committee
During the NMTA Government Affairs Committee meeting on February 13, 2025, Rep. Greg Nance, vice chair of the maritime caucus, shared his passion for supporting the maritime community, highlighting his personal connection to Puget Sound. Nance discussed the need for a sustainable and efficient maritime sector, especially in the Puget Sound region, and emphasized investing […]
Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show Application Now Available
The Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show, May 15 – 17, will once again feature Trawlerfest educational seminars, offering an impressive lineup of 20+ in-depth classes across five education-packed days (beginning two days before the boat show and continuing through show days).The Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, the Port of Anacortes and the Northwest Marine Trade Association welcome all […]
Legislative Day in Olympia: A Unified Voice for Washington’s $9 Billion Industry
Thank you to NMTA and RBAW members who braved the weather to attend Boating Day in Olympia on February 4th. The event was a success, with 30 meetings held with legislators and staff to advocate for recreational boating, its $9 billion annual economic impact in Washington, and key priorities. In partnership with the Recreational Boating […]
Making It Look Easy: A HUGE Thank You to Our Boat Handling Team
A huge shoutout to Patti Segulja-Lau, Marc Cohen, and Arne Hammer—the dedicated team behind Show Boat Handlers LLC, NMTA’s boat handling division for the Seattle Boat Show. Their hard work and expertise ensure the seamless movement of boats in and out of Lumen Field Event Center—no small feat!From managing logistics to troubleshooting challenges, they work long […]