Big Names, Big Topics: Don’t Miss the 2025 NW Marina & Boatyard Conference, October 9-10
The 2025 Northwest Marina and Boatyard Conference, October 9–10 in scenic La Conner is shaping up to be our best yet!Newly announced highlights include Delmas Whittaker, COO of the Port of Seattle’s Maritime Division, plus a can’t-miss Employment Law Essentials lunch session with legal pros from Cairncross & Hempelmann—complete with valuable take-home resources that include an employer’s resource document and a […]
Remembering Ivor Jones: Co-Founder of Delta Marine
We are saddened to share the passing of Ivor Jones, co-founder of Delta Marine and a true pioneer in the Pacific Northwest boatbuilding community.Ivor’s passion for boats began with racing, but it was his relentless work ethic and hands-on leadership that defined his career. In 1967, he and his brother Jack founded Delta Marine with a […]
Seattle Boat Show Applications Due August 31 for Best Rate
The on-time deadline for the best rate for the 2026 Seattle Boat Show is August 31, 2025. Applications received after the on-time deadline are subject to space availability and a higher per-square-foot rate. The show dates are January 30 – February 7, 2026. If you did not receive your application, or have questions, please contact […]
Ecology Wants Feedback on the No Discharge Zone
Puget Sound and its connected waterways have been designated a No Discharge Zone (NDZ) for vessel sewage. Now, the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology), in partnership with local organizations, is evaluating the effectiveness of outreach and education efforts around the NDZ. They want to hear from recreational boaters like you and your customers. Your feedback will […]
NMTA Partners with MRAA on 2025 Marine Dealer Compensation Survey
NMTA is excited to partner with the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) on the 2025 Marine Dealer Compensation Study, launching August 4 and running through September 10, 2025. This national study, conducted in collaboration with Readex Research, is designed to help marine businesses better understand compensation trends, attract and retain top talent, and […]
Hands-On Learning, Real-World Impact: CorePlus Graduates Placed in Marine Jobs
Core Plus Maritime is preparing the next generation of marine professionals with hands-on learning, real-world experience, and direct connections to local employers. Since launching in Fall 2021, the program has expanded to 30 high schools and 2,000 students across Washington.Graduates are already finding success, landing jobs with NMTA member businesses like LifeProof Boats, Brix Marine, and Woolridge Boats, as […]
NMTA Brings Maritime Caucus to the Docks with Nordlund Boat Company Tour
Thank you to Nordlund Boat Company and CEO Jason Machovsky for hosting NMTA and members of the Maritime Caucus earlier this month in Tacoma. It was a standout event with Speaker of the House Laurie Jinkins joining us in her home district, alongside Legislator of the Year and Caucus Chair Julia Reed, Representatives Lisa Parshley […]
Q2 Boat Sales Data Shows Higher Dollar Volume, Slight Dip in Registrations
Q2 Department of Licensing (DOL) sales data is now available on the UW Sea Grant Recreational Boat Sales Dashboard. For the second quarter of 2025, new and brokerage boat registrations totaled $231.3 million, an 8.0% increase in value compared to Q2 2024 ($214.1 million).In terms of volume, 2,925 units were registered during the quarter, a 1.2% […]
NMTA Marina and Boatyard Conference Keynote Announced: J.T. Wilcox
We’re thrilled to announce J.T. Wilcox as the keynote speaker for Thursday’s lunch at the Northwest Marina & Boatyard Conference, taking place October 9–10 in La Conner.J.T. is a respected businessman, avid outdoorsman, and retired House Minority Leader with deep ties to Washington’s maritime and tribal communities. He is also a candidate for Port of […]
Dealer Week: Boating Industry’s Only Event Focused on Dealer Growth, 12/7 – 12/10, Register Now
We’re proud to support Dealer Week, hosted by the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), as the must-attend conference for marine dealers looking to prepare for what’s next. This conference brings together top industry experts and solution providers to help dealers navigate today’s most pressing challenges. With educational sessions built around three key pathways —Leadership, […]