First Wind-Powered Ferry Planned for San Francisco Bay
Wind+Wing Technologies today announced plans to build the nation's first winged and wind-assisted ferry vessel for public use in the San Francisco Bay Area. The fuel saving design could save up to 40 percent of the fuel costs compared to the ferries currently operating in the Bay Area. The company's timeline includes a demonstration vessel launching in the first quarter of 2011 and the goal to launch a public passenger ferry in 2015. (PRWeb Feb 23, 2010)
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Foremost Insurance Now Accepts Boats Up to 40-foot in Nebraska
Foremost announces the expansion of the Family Boaters program in Nebraska (PRWeb Feb 24, 2010)
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Frisini Motorsports re-ignites Spectre Catamarans
Frisini Motorspots has revived the name and brand of Spectre Powerboats and are currently building the full line of boats. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)
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Missouri: Where the Rivers Run and Paddlers Play
This weekend, March 5-7, Alpine Shop is celebrating its 10th Annual Great Canoe and Kayak Event with over 20 hours of clinics, programs and films dedicated to the art and sport of paddling. Featured presentations at the Kirkwood location include “The Paddling Gourmet” with Marty Koch and “Kayak Fishing Tips from the Pros” with St. Charles-native and professional kayak fisherman Brett Boschert. Saturday evening will be completely dedicated to the Missouri River 340 Race including the St. Louis premiere of the documentary, The Next 340 Miles, presented by filmmaker Jodi Pfefferkorn at 7 pm. (PRWeb Mar 3, 2010)
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Seattle Boat Show Sails Into Second Week on the Heels of Big Opening Weekend
Week two promises special weeknight promotions and giveaways at Qwest Field Event Center plus happy hour all day everyday at South Lake Union; Show runs through Saturday, February 6th. (PRWeb Feb 1, 2010)
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Crowley Marine Expands into Australia and UK
Australia And UK: Struggling With Local Costs Of Boat Supplies And Look To US For Inexpensive Imports;Crowley Marine Offers Solutions (PRWeb Feb 4, 2010)
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2010 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Models Wearing Guy Harvey Nautical Jewelry
Previously known for fishing clothing and fishing T shirts for hard core fishermen, Guy Harvey jewelry and clothing is gaining popularity with anyone that loves the ocean and the coastal lifestyle. (PRWeb Feb 17, 2010)
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Rocna Anchors Super High Holding Power Confirmed
Super High Holding Power (SHHP) Type Approval Certification awarded to Rocna anchors, with the highest seabed testing results ever recorded by RINA. (PRWeb Mar 1, 2010)
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