Welcome New Members!

Please join us in welcoming these members whose applications were approved at the March 5, 2007 meeting of the MMTA Board of Directors. Thank you also to those who recruited and sponsored these new member applications: Manchester Marine, Parker's Boatyard and Edson Corporation.




ADVANCED BOOTH CONCEPTS Contact: Jack Bransfield
P.O. Box 2104
Westford MA 01886
T: (978) 852-8586
E: jack@advancedboothconcepts.com
W: www.advancedboothconcepts.com

Wholesaler or Manufacturer - Parts or Accessories

ABC offers creative and affordable solutions for all spray booth applications. Energy efficient & state of the art design. ABC has the experience to provide the best solutions to create dirt free painting environment while meeting EPA & OSHA standards. Call us today for free consultation for improved efficiency and profitability.

BUCKY BARLOW'S BOAT YARD, LLC Contacts: Brenda Barlow Purdy & Rachel Barlow Lindh
P.O. Box 3419
Waquoit MA 02536
T: (508) 563-3213
E: barlowsboatyard@comcast.net
Marinas or Moorings, Marine Service or Maintenance, Towing or Transporters

Wood and Fiberglass repairs. Hauling, Launching, Storage & Local Transport. Slip and Mooring rentals. General Overall Maintenance.

COMMON SENSE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. Contact: Cynthia Gilchrest
50 Theresa Street
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
T: (508) 991-3491
E: csense@empire.net
Professionals -Surveyors, Consultants, Designers

Common Sense Environmental, Inc. provides environmental consulting services including environmental compliance, 21E services, Phase I and II services, underground storage tank removal, soil removal and groundwater remediation.

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Ritchie Navigation Launches Next Chapter In 150 Year History

The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association congratulates Jonathan Sherman of Pembroke, MA for his recent promotion to the position of President and CEO of Ritchie Navigation.

Serving since 1998 as the company's Sales and Production Coordinator, Jonathan Sherman will replace Paul Sherman, who has stepped down but will remain as corporate treasurer. A leader in marine compass manufacturing for over 150 years, Ritchie Navigation was founded in 1850, when physicist Edward S. Ritchie began developing the first U.S. manufactured marine compass. Jonathan Sherman will continue to work alongside Steve Sprole, V.P. of Sales and Marketing for Ritchie Navigation. "Jon is a tremendous asset to the company, particularly with product development and manufacturing initiatives. The Ritchie Navigation team is already undergoing a smooth transition," stated Mr. Sprole.

Ritchie Navigation - Pembroke, MA

Nautical Needs' Jeff Jadul Earns CPYB Designation

The National Yacht Broker Certification Program has announced that Jeffrey Jadul, President and Founder of Nautical Needs Yacht Brokerage, has earned the Certified Professional Yacht Broker designation.

The CPYB is the highest professional credential for yacht brokers. To be designated a candidate must have a minimum of three years experience as a full time yacht broker, pledge to uphold the yacht broker code of ethics and pass a rigid three hour examination. To maintain the certification, brokers must earn continuing education credits in activities associated with the industry.

Mr. Jadul joins the following MMTA member colleagues who have also earned the CPYB distinction: Peter Galvin, Nathan Nager, G. Shepard Shove and Douglas J. Wielhouwer of Eastern Yacht Sales, Eric Curtis Krusell, Patrick Lane, Craig H. Sheard and David J. Nolan of Cape Yachts, Samuel Lawson and John Proctor of Lawson Yachts, Michael Myers of Boston Yacht Sales, Bruce Parker of Parker's Boatyard, Brett Peterson, of Northside Marina and J.Eric Smith of River's Edge Yacht Sales. Approximately 325 brokers nationwide hold the CPYB designation.

For more information on CPYB, Click Here

Rampage Adds Bosun's To Dealer Network

Below is an excerpt from IBI News.com:

Bosun's Marine has locations in Mashpee and Peabody, Massachusetts, US, and has served the New England region for 21 years. It is a full service marine dealership featuring sportfishing yachts, powerboats, inflatable boats and outboard motors. Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts designs and builds rugged blue-water sportfishing yachts. Based in Navassa, Rampage creates express and convertible sportfishing yachts from 30ft-45ft, in a 344,000 sq ft state-of-the-art production facility.

Bosun's Marine

MMTA Members Expand Certified Dealer Enrollment Rolls

Congratulations to the latest graduates of the Marine Dealer Certification process. As of early March 2007, the following MMTA members had completed the process and earned the distinction and benefits of Marine Dealer Certification.





A to Z Boatworks
Allen Harbor Marine Service
Atlantic Boats
Baert Marine
Bosun's Marine
Cape Yachts
Crosby Yacht Yard
Eastern Yacht Sales
Edwards Boatyard
Gifford Marine
Oyster Harbors Marine
Russo Marine
3A Marine Service

Want To Become A Certified Dealer? Click Here

What Are The Benefits of Marine Dealer Certification?

How Does Certification Benefit the Consumer?

A marine industry Consumer Bill of Rights
Assurance of dealership's commitment to excellence
Raises service standards, improving overall boating experience
Knowledge of what to expect from a marine dealer
Guaranteed opportunity to provide feedback and resolve issues

How Does Certification Benefit The Dealer?

Certified Dealers will receive direct access to Discover Boating Leads.
Differentiates Certified dealerships that support the Consumer Bill of Rights
Provides direct link to new boaters through Discover Boating
Increases sales and profits
Third-party consultation leads to more efficient and effective processes, resulting in lower operating costs Develops employees' sense of professionalism and increases job satisfaction
Improves consumer satisfaction and inspires long-term loyalty

How Does Certification Benefit The Industry?

Enhances the image of the industry, increasing boating participation
Reduces attrition caused by poor service
Opens up opportunity for dealer-manufacturer partnerships

For more information on how to become a Certified Dealer visit http://www.growboating.org/programs/dealers/certification.aspx

Click Here To Find Out More About How Certification Complements The Grow Boating Campaign

2007 Membership Directory Enhanced Listings Now Available

An enhanced listing within the MMTA Membership Directory puts your business at the fingertips of industry leaders.

Spring is coming and to MMTA staff that means it is time to assemble, edit and produce the MMTA Membership Directory. Last year, for the first time, MMTA made a limited number of Directory pages available for member enhanced listings. If you missed the chance last year to put your products and services front and center before your industry colleagues, don't miss it this year.

Each enhanced listing includes a full page, black and white focus on your products or services. Suggestions for inclusion are your corporate logo, contact information, a list of your representatives, description of products & services, map of your service area or simply an acknowledgment of your support of the Association. Because the shelf life of this widely circulated publication is over one year, it is not recommended that current pricing information be published.

MMTA staff would be happy to work with you in designing a page that best showcases your firm to other marine industry members. Enhanced Directory Listing opportunities are limited and offered on a space available basis only. So don't€™t delay, request your enhanced listing today!

Complete the information below and Return this Form:
By Fax to MMTA at 781.846.0207 or
By Mail: MMTA, PO Box 272, Milton MA 02186
Questions? Call 781.826.1570
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Marine Tech Spring Training: Early Bird Registration Extended!

MARCH 21-31, 2007 MMTET/AMTECH WORKSHOPS @ MASSASOIT CC CANTON CAMPUS

Wednesday, March 21: Management Training for Marine Businesses

Thursday, March 22: Troubleshooting-Marine Engines & Electrical

Friday, March 23: Computers & Introduction to Engine Diagnostics

Saturday, March 24: Electrical Systems: Troubleshooting & Theory

Tuesday, March 27: Sterndrive System Troubleshooting & Repair

Wednesday, March 28: Outboard Systems Troubleshooting Made Simple

Thursday, March 29: Outboard Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) Technology

Friday, March 30: 4-Stroke Outboard Systems & Troubleshooting

Saturday, March 31: Outboard Hands-On Lab Session Summary

All Full Day Courses Held @ Massasoit Community College's Canton Campus

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION RATES EXTENDED

$ 150 MMTA Member - $200 Non Member

Register For MMTET-AMTECH Workshops Here:

FREE Marina Industry Regulatory Compliance Workshops

MARCH 28 & 29, 2007 FREE WORKSHOPS: MARINA INDUSTRY REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Meeting The Challenges of Pressure Washing, Storm Water & Hazardous Waste Material Management

Wednesday, March 28 @ Danversport Yacht Club

OR

Thursday, March 29 @ White's of Westport

Register Here For Free Marina Regulatory Compliance Assistance Workshop:

Upcoming Events

MARCH 26-31, 2007 ADVANCE MARINA MANAGEMENT COURSE By IMI
Newport, RI

The International Marina Institute, a subsidiary of the Association of Marina Industries, added Newport, R.I., to its list of course locations. From March 26 to 31, IMI will be holding its Advanced Marina Manager program in Newport. The AMM course provides training in site planning, marina-development skills, marina-operation techniques, business strategies, risks and liabilities, environmental policies, and other topics as final preparation for IMI's Certified Marina Manager, or CMM, designation. AMM participants must be AMI members.

For more information about IMI's courses, visit www.marinaassociation.org and click on "training/programs," e-mail imitraining@marinaassociation.org or call (401) 247–0314.

t;APRIL 2, 2007- PROMOTING NEW ENGLAND'S MARINE ECONOMY FORUM
Roger Williams University School of Law
Bristol, RI

On April 2, the New England Council and Roger Williams University will join forces to convene key experts and policymakers to discuss one of New England's most versatile and extraordinary resources--its relationship to the sea. The conference, featuring Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed as Keynote and former Clinton administration Chief of Staff Leon E. Panetta as opening speaker, will bring together leading experts in industry and business, education, public policy and local and regional officials. This forum is intended to kick off a continuing initiative to define, protect and promote an economic sector that is so critical to New England's vitality. www.rwu.edu/Administration/marineforum/agenda/

MAY 3, 2007 - BENJAMIN FRANKLIN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SPRING FUNDRAISER
Boston, MA

Help support the marine technology program at Boston's Ben Franklin Institute by donating items for auction or attending this gala event!
http://www.bfit.edu

MAY 6 - 8, 2007 - AMERICAN BOATING CONGRESS
Washington, DC

The American Boating Congress is a comprehensive two-day legislative conference that brings together recreational boating industry leaders to formulate public policy and present a unified front on issues that impact marine businesses.
www.nmma.org/abc

MAY 9-11, 2007 - WORKING WATERWAYS & WATERFRONTS
Norfolk, Virginia

A National Symposium on Water Access at Norfolk, Virginia Coastal communities and water-dependent industries face difficult but critical challenges: how to balance development pressures, recreational demands, and tourism with strategies for community development and business growth that are equitable and sustainable.

This symposium will bring together current thinking regarding the growing impediments to boating and fishing access. It will educate attendees about local, state, and national-level initiatives that address water access and develop management approaches to the access dilemma.
www.wateraccess2007.com

MAY 4, 2007 - FUTURE OF MASSACHUSETTS BEACHES: RELOCATE, NOURISH OR LOSE THEM
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Is beach nourishment, as a response to coastal erosion, feasible in Massachusetts?
What are the benefits and detriments of beach nourishment?
Is neighborhood-length nourishment feasible and cost-effective?
Has nourishment been successful in Massachusetts in the past?

This workshop is intended to be most useful to managers, planners, government officials at all levels, legislators, consultants, and homeowner associations. Specialists and resource agencies will present the technical aspects of beach nourishment design principles, possible sediment sources, and environmental issues relating to nourishment on both a large and small scale.
Sponsored by Woods Hole Sea Grant and Cape Cod Cooperative Extension.
Stay tuned to Sea Grant's web site

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