NMTA Represents PNW at Busan International Boat Show
Karsten McIntosh, NMTA’s Director of Communications, recently represented the association at the Busan International Boat Show—Korea’s leading recreational boating event and a growing platform for global industry collaboration.Karsten presented an overview of the North American boating market, highlighting trends, growth, and opportunities for Korean and Asian companies looking to enter or expand in the U.S., […]
Q1 Boat Sales Data Now Available
The University of Washington Sea Grant’s Recreational Boat Sales Dashboard now has first-quarter Department of Licensing boat sales and registration data. The table below summarizes period over period change for Washington state registrations. The DOL data shows that 2026 new boat registrations in Q1 totaled 586 units with a value of $60.1M compared to 2025 Q1 with […]
First-Time Seattle Boat Show Visitors Deliver High Marks and High Potential
For the fourth consecutive year, NMTA partnered with GMA Research to evaluate the 2026 Seattle Boat Show. As part of the analysis, GMA Research reviewed the responses from first time visitors. The findings delivered a strong vote of confidence in the show. Nearly all newcomers attended with at least one companion, reinforcing the show’s role […]
Board of Trustees Elections – Please Cast Your Vote!
Board elections are now underway to select three Trustees who will serve from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029. Voting closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5—be sure to make your voice heard. Candidates: Sam Bisset, Fluid Motion Kelby Brown, Fournier Insurance Nick Graf, Aspen Power Catamarans Jason Henleybrown, Marine Floats Katie Malik, […]
Experience the Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show Featuring Trawlerfest – Tickets On Us!
May 14-16 | Cap Sante Marina, Anacortes The sold-out Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest opens next Thursday, May 14, showcasing 98 exhibitors and 224 boats.As a thank-you for your support of NMTA, all members received an email yesterday, May 5, from guest-tickets@anacortesboatandyachtshow.com with a link to two complimentary tickets (a $30 value). We hope you’ll […]
All-In Since 1947: Fisheries Supply and NMTA
As one of NMTA’s original 13 members since its founding in 1947—and an exhibitor at every Seattle Boat Show since—Fisheries Supply has been a cornerstone of the Northwest marine community for nearly a century. We caught up with President Alex Sutter to learn more about the company’s legacy and continued impact.How has your business evolved […]
Registration Now Open for 2026 Maritime Workforce Forum
May 19 | Port of Bellingham – Bellingham Cruise Terminal10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Register Today for Sea Grant Washington Pumpout Repair Workshop
May 11 | Point Hudson Marina | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Register Now for Oil Spill Prevention Workshop
May 5 | Manson, WA | 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Five Key Takeaways from Seattle Boat Show Research
For the fourth consecutive year, NMTA partnered with GMA Research, a Bellevue-based consumer insights firm, to evaluate the 2026 Seattle Boat Show.Beyond the standout Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 80% shared in the last WaterLife, here are five key takeaways: Strong first-time attendance: 24% of guests were first-timers. We’re pleased that this number has continued […]