The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association recently announced the release of a new report highlighting 17 of their educational partner schools.

With an economic impact of over $5 billion dollars, over 1,000 businesses and close to 20,000 employees in Massachusetts, the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA) and the Massachusetts Marine Trades Educational Trust (MMTET) recognize a top priority within the industry remains workforce solutions. Understanding the importance of training the future leaders within the industry, MMTA said it has been fortunate to work with many partner schools in and around Massachusetts.

Released: July 18, 2024

Recently, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed the 2025 state budget, which included $150,000 in funding for workforce development and career technical education initiatives within the recreational boating industry. This funding will continue the initiatives and progress that the Massachusetts Marine Trades Association (MMTA) has made to help meet the workforce challenges within the industry.

Released: August 20, 2024

The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association held Massachusetts Kids Boating & Fishing Week June 1 to 9. The program is intended to encourage kids to fish and go boating, with events held around the state.

Released: May 30, 2024

The Massachusetts Marine Trades Association held its annual Business of Boating Conference on Jan. 25 in Foxboro, Mass. The conference drew 175 attendees, a 10% increase over last year.

Released: Jan 30, 2024

U.S. representative Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) toured the Discover Boating New England Boat Show last week with National Marine Manufacturers Association vice president of Northeast boat shows Jon Pritko and Massachusetts Marine Trades Association executive director Randall Lyons.

Released: Feb 23, 2023