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, […]
Valuable Member Resources Available at NMTA.net
Did you know that your NMTA membership gives you access to a wide range of exclusive industry resources—all in one convenient location? Visit the Members Only section of www.nmta.net to find tools, data, and reports that help you stay informed and make smart business decisions. Available resources include: 2025 NMTA Year in Review (Annual Meeting […]
Scam Email Alert
On July 16, internet bad actors used the name and email address of NMTA’s VP & Director of Government Affairs to appear legitimate. If you received the email, please ignore it and delete it, if you have not already done so. The bad actors also used NMTA created graphics making this the most sophisticated iteration […]
Grow Boating Grant Applications Now Open
We are pleased to announce the continuation of our Grow Boating grant program for 2025 – 2026, once again offering ten $1,000 grants to organizations that help get new boaters on the water, promote diversity and inclusion, and encourage current boaters to go boating more often.The application process is now open and closes October 31, […]