News that is important Marine related industries here in South Florida. Our Mission: to promote, protect and enhance boating as The Lifestyle of South Florida Thursday August 5th$25 per person covers game ticket and admission to tailgate partyTailgate party begins at 5:30 pm sponsored by Kemplon MarineGame starts at 7:10 pm Sun Life Stadium 2269 Northwest 199th... Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Marine Industries of South Florida Inaugural Anchor Member Luncheon Taking Control of Our FutureHosted by MIASF Executive Director Carlos Vidueira Thursday July 29 2010 at noon Lauderdale Yacht Club 1725... Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Sea Tow Services International and Sea Tow Foundation Kick Off National Safe Boating Week with 10 Tips for BoatersSouthold NY May 21 2010 ndash;National Safe Boating Week is May 22-28 2010 followedon... Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 May 25 2010 MIASF May Member Networking Social Waterway Cleanup and Plywood Regatta Sponsor and Committee Awards and Appreciation PartyBimini Boatyard 1555 Southeast 17 Street Fort Lauderdale 6 - 8 pmcocktails... Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 MEMBERS ONLYApril 27 201011:00am - 1:30 pm Does the new social media Have you scratching your head? If so the next MIASF Business Meeting is for you! Click here now for details! Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 At first glance it seems like a nice tax break for the wealthy And in a way it might be But more importantly at a time when the states unemployment rate is at 122 percent the proposal in the Legislature... Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 FORT LAUDERDALE FL (April 14 2010) – The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) announced today the retirement of Executive Director Frank Herhold who has been at the helm of the 800 member... Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 April 17 and 18 at the Dania Beach City Marina Visit PlywoodRegattaorg for details Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400 MEMBERS ONLY Frank and Jimmies Propeller Shop 200 SW 6 Street Fort Lauderdale 33301 Tuesday March 23 2010 5:30 - 7:30 pm hors doeuvres and refreshments Join us for tours of the largest propeller shop... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Saturday March 6 2010 9 am - 1 pm throughout Broward County Visit WaterwayCleanuporg for details and site locations Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0400 MEMBERS ONLY -Thursday February 11 2010 4 pm - 6 pm MIASF invites you to join us in Booth #36 at The Yacht and Brokerage Show in Miami Beach on Collins Avenue (SR A1A)click here for maprefreshments sponsoredby... Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0400 After nearly two weeks of record cold weather in Florida biologists counted an all-time-high number of manatees during the annual synoptic survey the week of Jan 11 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation... Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0400 January 26 20106:00 pm - 9:00 pm Hyatt Regency Pier 66Crystal Ballroom2301 SE 17 Street Fort Lauderdale FL 33316$20 in advance (per person)$30 at the door (per person)- light hors doeuvres - cash bar... Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0400 In these lean times no city wants to lose its businesses so Wednesday the Marine Industries Association of South Florida and the city of Fort Lauderdale co-hosted a workshop to talk about creating a better... Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0400 MEMBERS ONLYTop Labor and Employment Issues for 2010Join us for lunch on January 12 2010Registration - 11:30am Program - 12:00pm to 1:30pmIGFA Fishing Hall of Fame Museum300 Gulfstream Way Dania Beach... Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0400 December 4 2009 6pm - 8pmLauderdale Marine Centers Executive Offices2001 SW 20 Street Fort Lauderdale FL 33315 (map) Delicious hors doeuvres will be provided by MIASF member caterers:Mayras Personal Touch... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0400 The recessions perfect storm may pass just in time for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show which opened today at the Bahia Mar Yachting Center and five nearby sitesSouth Floridas signature boat... Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Mood surprisingly upbeat for the 50th Anniversary show that will set the table for the months ahead Its been a very difficult year for the marine industry to say the least But exhibitors and organizers... Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 WESTREC to Hold Press Reception at Fort Lauderdale International Boat ShowThursday 29 October 2009 1:00 ndash; 2:00 PM Yacht Builders Tent #797 12 October 2009 Ft Lauderdale FL: Westrec Marinas is pleased... Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Additional Stimulus Funds and New Lenders for SBA rsquo;s Microloan Program08-25-2009 11:11 AM By JamieD Several months ago we posted a Quick Guide to Microloans The article detailed the Small Business... Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 The $500 million hotel/double-condo project was recommended for approval Wednesday night by the citys Planning and Zoning Board It heads next to the City Commission for a final decision Public input ran... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 50th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show take place October 29-November 2 2009 at six locations in the Yachting Capital of the World ndash; Fort Lauderdale Florida Click here to visit event... Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Friday September 18 2009Jacaranda Golf Club - East CoursePlantation FLIf you are looking for a fun networking event in a relaxedenvironment and you play golf or know someone in your office who does join... Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will deploy teams of officers to specific marinas during the busy Labor Day weekend to process small vessel arrivals including in-person immigration processingCBP... Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 MEMBERS ONLYBahia Mar Beach Resort and Yachting CenterGrande View Room 5:30 pm - Registration6:00 pm - Program This special presentation by Peter Henn of Luxury Resorts Hotels (LXR) will include:-What... Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Last week GE Capital issued the first dealer floorplan asset-backed security (ABS) under the Term Asset Backed Securities Lending Facility (TALF) according to Mathew Dunn of the National Marine Manufacturers... Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0400 AUGUST 19 - Session 3 ENSURING PAYMENT AND MANAGING RISKThrough a partnership with Enterprise Florida Broward County Office of Economic Development and a grant from Workforce Florida we are pleased to... Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0400 KOKOMO IND The US Small Business Administration will offer government guaranteed loans to finance inventory for eligible auto recreational vehicle boat and other dealerships under a new pilot program... Thu, 28 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 As the Marine Industries Association of South Florida continues to closely monitor the impact of ethanol on the recreational boats we are working with and supporting the efforts of a broad-based coalition... Fri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Bring your employees and family reward your customers and plan to relax and enjoy the lazy days of summer with MIASF as the Marlins take on the Giants! Monday June 8 at Landshark Stadium $20 per ticket... Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Washington DC Congressman Ron Klein (FL-22) today introduced legislation to establish a National Boating Day The bill which was co-authored by Congressman Henry Brown of South Carolina calls on President... Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0400 The US House and Senate recently voted to modify the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment ActThe bill which awaits President Obamas signature... Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0400 FORT LAUDERDALE FL (February 13 2009) - As part of the job creation initiative to stimulate the economy the unnecessary and duplicative Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation insurance requirementfor... Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0400 As the Miami International Boat show begins Thursday visitors can expect boat dealers willing to cut prices to move boats and trailers off their lotsPotential buyers have bargaining power with the average... Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0400 March 7 2009 9am - 1 pm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0400 The recession will be over when we decide its over said economist Tony Villamil in a discussion of US and global economic conditions Tuesday at the International Marina and Boatyard Conference in Fort... Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0400 A team of scientists counted an all-time-high number of manatees during the annual manatee synoptic survey conducted the week of Jan 19 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissions (FWC) Fish... Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Thursday February 5 2009 6 - 10 pm at Las Olas MarinaFood Fun Live Music! Admission: $20 per person includes Social Ticket that grants you access to all social events on Thursday Saturday Sunday! Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0400 Waterway Cleanup 2009 is scheduled for March 7th from 9am-1pm Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0400 The Association of Marina Industries has issued a warning for marina owners about the proper labeling of diesel fuel pumpsThe AMI says a marina operator who recently had diesel fuel pumps inspected by... Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Florida Sportsman Magazine is holding its first Fishing and Boat Show January 31-February 1 2009 at the War Memorial Auditorium Click here to save $4 on your entry fee! Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has directed staff to proceed with submitting draft legislation that will create a pilot program to test anchoring and mooring regulations in various... Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0400 MIASFs 2009 Member ExpoJanuary 14 2009 from 6-9 pm at Signature Grand in Davie On-line RSVP is now closed Please pay $25 at the door Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Friday December 5 2008 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame Complimentary admission for one MIASF member and one guest with the donation of a new unwrapped toy(Additional guests may... Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Over 46 million voters in Florida yesterday gave a 705 per cent vote in favour of Amendment 6 the constitutional amendment backed by that states marine industry to change the way marine businesses are... Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Ferretti which recently purchased Allied Richard Bertram Marine Group announced the formation of a new company to focus on the US marketAllied Marine is the newest company in the groups portfolio It will... Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 On November 4th 2008 voters will have the opportunity to preserve public access to Floridas extensive waterways and revitalize the states marine industry by voting yes on Amendment 6 Save Our Waterfronts... Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 BY JENNIFER LEBOVICH AND MARC CAPUTOWhile lobster and stone crab catches held steady at the docks over the last decade property taxes at Mannys Sea Food went skyward as new condos rose near the MiamiRiverOwner... Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 ISLA MUJERES Mexico - On the night Lazaro Mendez got an alert that his boat had been stolen from the Florida Keys he was swept up in a new chapter of the Cuban boat people dramaGrabbing a laptop computer... Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 There hasnt been much good news for the boating business of lateSales are lagging ? off by as much as 40 percent according to some industry reports Manufacturers are facing layoffs and bankruptcies Dealers... Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The United States Power Squadrons has made it easy to obtain a Boating Certificate which isrequired by many states before you can operate a boat or personal watercraft Course completionwill qualify most... Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 South Florida marina owner Ray Graziotto did a double take when he opened his tax bill a few years agoHis Loggerhead Club Marina franchise hadnt changed a bit but during the high-flying days of thereal... Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The sight is common throughout Florida: High-rise condos looming over a waterfront anchored by fewer marine repair shops and working boatyards As taxes rise boat facilities have sold out to developers... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Dear Editor:Given the fact that we can expect the tourism industry to take a hammering from the world economic downturn and to a lesser degree because of local criminal events during the past summer Antigua... Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 In an official memorandum the US Coast Guard after considerable research of criteria used and guidelines provided in US laws has officially determined popular paddleboards be classified as boats but only... Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 NOAA officials today issued a regulation that will implement new measures to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales The regulation will for the first time require large ships to reduce speedsto... Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 November 4th Florida voters will have the opportunity to vote on six proposed Constitutional Amendments Passage of Amendment Six is essential to the preservation of public access to Floridas waterways... Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 It may seem strange to start our North Carolina newsletter with an article on the Florida Summit but our industrys issues concerns markets training needs and responses to this industry-wide recessionsuggests... Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Organisers of the 10th Annual Marine Summit in Palm Beach said that yesterdays conference cemented a more cohesive approach adopted by southern Floridas regional marine trade associations in the lasttwo... Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The waters are rough for South Floridas boating business That was the message from officials and businesses who met Wednesday at the 10th annual Marine Summit held at the Palm Beach County ConventionCenterWeve... Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 KeyBank one of the largest marine lenders in the country announced today that it is pulling out of the marine lending business and ending recreational lending altogetherGrant Skeens president and CEOof... Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 South Floridas 10th annual Marine Summit touched on the perennial issues of regulation work-force training and economic development and business retention but the thread running through much of yesterdays... Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 South Floridas marine industry is fighting to save public access to waterways and prevent marinas boatyards and other waterfront businesses from being assessed taxes based on their potential rather than... Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 49th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show the worlds largest boat show Set over six locations in Fort Lauderdale Florida the show will take place Thursday October 30th through Monday November... Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Missy Timmins greeted visitors to Palm Beach Countys 10th Annual Marine Summit wearing a bright blue shirt emblazoned with the words I boat I vote Most didnt have to ask what the shirt meant Amendment... Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 COMITT (Conference on Marine Industry Technical Training) at IBEXSunday October 5 20089:00 am to 5:00 pm Last February more than 100 marine-industry representatives gathered for two days at the Conference... Thu, 18 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Mark your calendars for March 19 22 2009 ? The Dania Beach Marine Flea Market is returning to Dania Jai Alai for the events 31st year The Marine Flea Market has long been recognized as the ideal outlet... Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 During this years 49th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) will host a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) Enrollment... Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 US Superyacht Association (USSA) in partnership with the Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) has organized a Captains Briefing to provide visiting large yacht captains with access and... Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Several Florida marine industry groups will meet Sept 24 in Palm Beach Fla for the 10th annual Marine Summit The event runs from 1-5 pm at the Palm Beach County Convention CenterThe keynote speakers are... Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Official registration for the 15th Annual MIASF Golf Tournament is CLOSED as of 3:00 PM on Tuesday September 9Please call the office at (954) 524-2733 with any questions Wed, 10 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Following our success from 2008 we are pleased to announce that Enterprise Florida Inc will be returning to exhibit at the Dubai International Boat Show March 3 - 7 2009 The Dubai International Boat Show... Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 All you needed was a cardboard box a pair of sea legs a little bit of tape and a whole lot of gumption to participate in this years National Marina Day in HollywoodThe annual event highlighted the importance... Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 To: MIASF MembershipFrom: Frank Herhold Executive Director Date: September 5 2008Subject: Bridge Lock Down and Hurricane Ike Update--------------------------------------------------------------------------------As... Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Boating helped make history in North Carolinas state legislature yesterday Earlier this month Governor Mike Easley exercised the first-ever veto in the states 219-year history of a proposed law that would... Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 TALLAHASSEE As part of an ongoing commitment to improve services to the public and reduce burdensome paperwork and wait time the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) in coordination with... Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Sailor Anna Tunnicliffe followed her instincts and the wind to an Olympic gold medalAfter a blunder at the starting line Plantations Tunnicliffe steered her Laser Radial on a perfect course through the... Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 In what has to be the closest 11th hour scenario in the US recreational marine industrys history President George W Bush has signed the Clean Boating Act of 2008 into law The presidents signature prevents... Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 This years tournament will take place at Jacaranda Golf Club in Plantation Florida on Friday September 12 2008 Details coming soon! Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 In response to a federal court order the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a draft permit for millions of recreational vessels for normal operational discharges that could open a Pandoras... Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0400 On July 18th join the boys of summer and MIASF at Dolphin Stadium for Marine Industry Night at the Ballpark where well watch Dan Uggla and Hanley Ramirez lead the Florida Marlins as they take on the Philadelphia... Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400 House Committee Passes Clean Boating Act of 2008 Moves Bill to Full House for ConsiderationTime running out for Americas boaters; NMMA continues call for action WASHINGTON DC May 15 2008 - - The National... Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Protect the marine industry on the Miami River Miami Planning Advisory Board members told administrators last week in the first official action against recent moves to change the Port of Miami River element... Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 On the surface its shaping up to be a very tough summer for travelers - oil north of $120 a barrel airlines shrinking capacity fares rising almost by the dayBut what about travel close to home - and in... Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced today a new Small Vessel Security Strategy (SVSS) designed to close security gaps and reduce risks associated with the potential exploitation ofsmall... Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Marine Industry Priority Issue Approved by US House of RepresentativesFloridas Congressman Ron Klein Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz Lead Effort to Secure Passage of Important Provision on Longshore... Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 An Estimated 2000 Volunteers Turn Out Despite the Weather to Clean 35 Tons/ 235 Cubic Yards of Trash at 31st Annual Waterway CleanupSites Report Cleaner Waterways Less Bulk Trash and Strong Community... Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400 February 27 - March 2 - The 43rd Annual Fort Lauderdale Billfish Tournament is a five day event with a three-day offshore tournament that attracts hundreds of tournament anglers from South Florida and... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0400 The National Small Vessel Security Summit (NSVSS) held in June of 2007 was the first time the small vessel stakeholders were brought together with government agencies to address the small vessel threats... Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:40:00 -0400 e marine industry is set for a continued run of favorable insurance premiums in 2008 despite facing higher risks According to Aons 2008 Marine Insurance Market Review* the Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Four representatives of South Floridas marine industry soaked in the sights of St Maarten last month coming away with lots of questions lots of impressions and some ideas for the futureThe US Superyacht... Tue, 29 Jan 2008 11:39:00 -0400 WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING RSVPS FOR THIS EVENTMEMBERS ONLYThursday January 31 2008 at the IGFA at 6 pmLearn about:? Broward Countys new Marine Facility Operating License and the 2009 MANATEE PROTECTION... Mon, 21 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 When the parent company of boatbuilder Wellcraft Marine announced it will close its Manatee County plant and shift production out of state the blame game started and tough questions arose Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Experts agree that the marine industry has taken quite a hit locally and statewide the past few yearsLike other manufacturers it has faced rising insurance rates housing costs and property taxes Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0400 Thu, 03 Jan 2008 17:33:00 -0400 Monday June 8 at Land Shark Stadium 5:30 pm Tailgate Party sponsord by Kemplon Marine 6:45 pm First Pitch to be thrown by MIASFs own Helen Wozunk 7:10 pm Game begins Marlins vs Giants -0400 Fort Lauderdale FL ndash; October 29 2009 ndash; The 50th anniversary of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show marks the launch of a dynamic new brand in the international superyacht industry:... -0400 MEMBERS ONLYBahia Mar Beach Resort Yachting Center Grande View Room 5:30 pm Registration 6:00 pm Program This special presentation by Peter Henn of Luxury Resorts Hotels (LXR) will include: -Whatthe... -0400 22 May 2009 Fort Lauderdale Florida: The Bob Saxon Consultancy (BSC) announces today that Bob Saxon was the guest commentator this week on Megayacht News Radio a podcast series hosted by Diane M Byrne... -0400 -0400 -0400 -0400 -0400