(soundings) The C.W. Hood 43 captured “Best New Powerboat,” the Summit 35 was named
“Best New Sailboat,” and the EFOY Smart Fuel Cell was judged “Best New
Boating Product” at the Newport (R.I.) International Boat Show, which
took place last weekend.  Source

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• More than 700 boats moored at Newport Boat Show

       (warwickonline)  If you harbor a passion for boating, there’s only one place to be – the Newport International Boat Show on Sept. 17-20. The latest boats, both power and sail, and boating products will be on exhibit.  One of the five largest in-water boat shows in the country, the show covers

• Expects a better year for boat builders

     (boating-industry)  As the boating season has come to a close for many areas of the United States, boating industry executives planning for 2010 have been forecasting little to no improvement in retail sales. However, despite that outlook, National Marine Manufacturers Association President Thom Dammrich believes boat builders have something to look forward to in the

• Update: Search Go follows the report of the Newport Bridge

     (projo) A Newport Fire Department rescue boat and the U.S. Coast Guard have been searching Narragansett Bay since around 7 a.m

• Navy Rescue chief skipper calls for more security to ensure boating

     (power-boat) A tragic run of drownings in recent boating accidents has prompted Glenn Finniss, Acting Commissioner of Marine Rescue NSW, to call on skippers to take greater care when boating.  Source

• Jobson speak at Newport International Boat Show

     (soundings)  Gary Jobson, ESPN commentator and former America’s Cup crew member, will be presenting a talk about major upcoming sailing events, as well as an update on the America’s Cup, at the Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina at 10 a.m. Sept. 19.  Entry is free to attendees of the Newport International Boat

• Newport Spring Show, shelved for the year 2010

     (soundings) Newport Harbor Corp. will suspend the Newport (R.I.) Spring Boat Show this year to focus on the launch of a superyacht show in summer 2011.  Source

• 2010 National Safe Boating weeks reminds boaters to wear it!

     (coastguardnews) While recreational boating is enjoyed safely by thousands every year, in 2010, there may still be close to 700 fatalities from boating accidents.  With this statistic in mind, the Coast Guard is again encouraging boaters to “Wear It!” during National Safe Boating Week May 22-28.  Source

• Need to know: The Americas Cup in Newport

     (newport-now) NEWPORT, R.I. – Whether it’s getting an up-close look at the oldest trophy in international sport, savoring a parade of majestic racing yachts, attending lunch with some of the top names in sailing or viewing a presentation by the winning America’s Cup team at historic Fort Adams, visitors

• Newport Yacht Lifestyle Collection dates announced

     (Newport) Dates have now been announced and the concept defined for The Newport Yacht & Lifestyle Collection.

• Viewed Dubai Boat Show to be a catalyst for ME Industry

     (khakeei Times) The Dubai International Boat Show is set to inject life into the Middle East boating industry, according to one of the world’s leading yacht designers. Source