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INDUSTRY NEWS Boating Industry Canada at 2016 Nova Scotia Marine Industry Conference The 2016 Nova Scotia Marine Industry Conference took place at the Lord Nelson Hotel in downtown Halifax on 25th/26th February. Organized by the Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association, this event drew almost sixty industry professionals to hear international speakers on topics ranging from attracting youth to the industry, to innovative workboat and yacht designs. Boating Industry Canada was on hand to take in the very valuable sessions and to make a presentation as well. Adjacent to the seminar room, marine suppliers StrightMacKay, Mermaid Marine and DSS Marine had a selection of products on display throughout the conference. An evening industry reception kicked off with the presentation of three boatbuilder awards. Dixon's Marine Group 2000 won the Export Achievement Award; Snyder's Shipyard received the Company Development & Growth Award; and Samson Enterprises was presented with the Workplace Safety Award. The highlight of the evening was honouring three Nova Scotian boatbuilders for their significant contribution to the industry during their long careers. Jimmy d'Entremont (James 6 Boating Industry Canada APRIL 2016 One of the most impressive sessions featured Robert Allan of B.C.'s Robert Allan Ltd., for his very interesting presentation on commercial vessel designs. They design patrol, crew, fishing, fireboats, SAR and other commercial vessels. The Vancouver-based firm is world-leader in tug boat design. E. d'Entremont Boatbuilders), Cecil Heisler (Clarence R. Heisler & Son), and Arthur Theriault (A. F. Theriault & Son) all received Lifetime Achievement Awards from Chairman of the NSBA, Glen Aylward and Executive Director, Tim Edwards. This was a touching occasion for all in the room. As NSBA Executive Director Tim Edwards wrote in their post-event press release, Canada's recreational boating journalist, Andy Adams, opened the seminar program on Day 1 with a sobering presentation on the urgent need for young, trained people in the industry - and made some suggestions as to what employers can do to help attract them. Next up was leading Canadian workboat designer Rob Allan from Vancouver firm Robert Allan Ltd. who explained what makes for successful harbour tugs, fireboats, and other commercial vessels. Jayson Myers, President & CEO of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters, gave an overview of the performance of manufacturing companies across Canada over the past decade.

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Boating Industry Canada April 2016

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INDUSTRY NEWS
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MANUFACTURING & FABRICATION - BOSTON BOATWORKS: Behind the scenes at Boston BoatWorks where Kevlar-protected, preimpregnated epoxy and cored construction makes the exceptional MJM Yachts super-strong and light for remarkable performance and range. – By Kate Fincham
IMPACT - GENCO MARINE CELEBRATES 50 YEARS: The family history and tradition of innovation that has shaped family-owned Genco Marine over the past 50 years – their 2016 anniversary celebrations. – By Boating Industry Canada Staff
MADE IN CANADA – ROSBOROUGH BOATS: A well-established tradition of trailerable boats continues with the Rough Water 9.11 RHIB, the latest models from Rosborough Boats – By Glen Cairns
MADE IN CANADA – NOR’EASTER BOATS: Down-east influence shapes the Nor’Easter Boats, while the builder offers owner specified features. – By Glen Cairns
ABYC - WHAT’S WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE? ABYC challenges our readers to spot the problems in this photo. In future, readers can submit their own photos of marine systems and installations, good or bad. – By David Broadbent

Boating Industry Canada April 2016