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Staying Connected on the Water: How Boaters Are Integrating Starlink With Onboard Internet Systems

4/21/2026 - By Arnie Hammerman, best4boats. Reliable internet access aboard has gone from a luxury to a near-necessity for many cruising boaters — whether for weather updates, navigation, communication with marinas, or simply staying in touch. While Starlink has been a game-changer for offshore connectivity, a practical guide from Best4Boats makes the… SEE MORE
Fisherman firing red maritime distress signal flare. This type of signal flare is being replaced by new LED signal devices. Photo Shutterstock, TommyStockProject

LED Flares Are Replacing Pyrotechnics — What Boaters Need to Know

3/21/2026 - By Norris Comer, Best4Boats.com. A significant shift in boating safety equipment is underway. The U.S. Coast Guard is retiring traditional pyrotechnic flares from its own vessels by April 2026 and has issued new rules that make USCG-approved electronic visual distress signaling devices (eVDSDs) easier to carry and more widely available.… SEE MORE
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Solar Electric Yachts Extend Range

2/4/2026 - By YCC Team, Yaleclimateconnections.org. As solar-powered yachts become more prevalent, harbor and marina operators face new infrastructure considerations including electrical capacity for battery charging, appropriate dock assignments for vessels with rooftop solar arrays, and understanding the operational patterns of these emerging zero-emission vessels. The technology represents a shift that could… SEE MORE
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2026 Seattle Boat Show: West Coast’s Premier Maritime Event Returns

2/1/2026 - By Dawn Anderson, best4boats.com. The Seattle Boat Show represents a significant convergence point for Pacific Northwest maritime commerce, utilizing both indoor exhibition space and Bell Harbor Marina's in-water facilities to showcase the region's boating industry. For harbor operators and marina managers, the annual event demonstrates the capacity and economic impact… SEE MORE
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When Is It Time to Buy a New Boat?

1/30/2026 - By Jim Hendricks, boatingmag.com. For harbor and marina operators, understanding boat upgrade cycles helps predict slip demand, power requirements, and service needs. As boaters consider transitioning to vessels with advanced technologies—from joystick controls to gyrostabilizers—marinas must adapt infrastructure to accommodate these evolving capabilities, including adequate electrical service, lift capacity, and… SEE MORE