Ethan Shaw

Canada

Content Manager at Lighting Design and Specification

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In for nasty weather…

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025First, our hearts go out to the folks in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Newfoundland. The prairies had a rushed mass evacuation last week as the winds shifted and sent wildfires racing across the land. Fires also struck in Newfoundland in the Churchill Falls area. At the same time, Ontario and Quebec were cool and overcast with plenty of rain. Environment Canada predicts a hot summer is ahead but in recent years, we have started to experience extreme weather events more frequently.
Seakeeper Ride Now Available for Boats Up To 55 Feet

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025Five new models launch to accommodate larger boatsSeakeeper, Inc., the leader in marine motion control, announced the launch of five new Seakeeper Ride products, making complete underway stabilization available for boats 43-55 feet in length for the first time. The new products include the Seakeeper Ride 900, Seakeeper Ride 1050, Seakeeper Ride 1125, Seakeeper Ride 1275 and Seakeeper Ride 1500. Each new product will consist of four controllers.
Raymarine LightHouse 4.9.330 Software Update Available

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025We sincerely apologize to those who encountered issues with the previous LightHouse 4.9 update. Our team has resolved the problems from that release, and we’re pleased to announce that a new update is now available for download. The latest LightHouse software is ready for all Axiom, Axiom+, and Axiom 2 chartplotters. Click below for a comprehensive look at new features, improvements and fixes. Explore LightHouse 4.9
ACR Electronics GlobalFix™ V5 AIS EPIRB innovative

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025An AIS alert provides the easiest and quickest path to rescue, while the included Return Link Service (RLS) functionality provides a welcome sense of security by providing direct to beacon confirmation that a distress message has been received. Adding Near Field Communication (NFC) to the mix allows for smartphone connectivity and access to data and product interaction that has never before been available.
Eight Bells - Ken Blodgett

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025In Loving Memory of Kenneth Lorne Blodgett, May 17th 1946 – November 29th 2024On Friday, November 29th, 2024, Ken was taken from us suddenly in Gore Bay in his 78th year after a near half century battling complications of Type 1 Diabetes. While we process this incredible loss and sadness, we are comforted by the fact that Ken lived a long, full life of fun and adventure. Born and raised in Toronto, entering his adult years Ken would start his journey north.
Eight Bells - Jan Ploeger

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025PLOEGER, Jan Paul – Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa – Hospice Care on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the age of 50. Beloved son of Barbara (née Prentice) and John Ploeger. Loving father of Chase Ploeger of Keswick and good friend to Tammy Holwell (Chase’s mom). Jan attended St. John the Evangelist Catholic School and Henry Street High School in Whitby and Georgian College in Orillia.
IBEX 2025 Takes Marine Industry Fast Forward

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025Marine Industry Set to Gather October 7 – 9, 2025 in Tampa for North America’s Largest Trade EventThe International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) has announced that North America’s premier technical trade event for the recreational marine industry will take place at the Tampa Convention Center, October 7 – 9, 2025. “IBEX 2025 is where the marine industry comes together,” said Mary Velline, IBEX Show Director.
Get Involved in an ABYC Project Technical Committee

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025In their recent email communication, the ABYC opened the door to volunteers to join some of their Project Technical Committees. Are you interested in getting more involved in standards development?
Four Days to Experience

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

June 3, 2025This past May 14th to the 17th, 2025, Canet-en-Roussillon was abuzz with activity for the third Excess Campus, an annual event designed to support Excess owners in their new cruising life. Designed as an interlude for both technical skill building and community support, Excess Campus brought together some thirty participants from locations around the world for a taste of the Excess experience, including training, cruising, and shared moments.
Volvo Penta Unveils Ground-Breaking Electric IPS Marine Propulsion Range

1 week ago | boatingindustry.ca | Ethan Shaw

Initially developed for the marine commercial sector, this new Volvo Penta IPS electric range includes five drivelines, aimed to deliver enhanced efficiency, precision and flexibility while reinforcing Volvo Penta’s commitment to productivity, safety, and sustainability. June 3, 2025Volvo Penta continues to push the boundaries of sustainable innovation with the launch of its new fully electric marine propulsion range, built on the proven Volvo Penta IPS platform.