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Yamaha Marine Announces “Cruise into Summer” Sales Event

POSTED 7/21/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. -- July 21, 2025 — Yamaha Marine gives customers more reasons to choose reliable Yamaha outboard power with the “Cruise into Summer” sales event. From July 21, 2025 through September 3, 2025, the new promotion offers customers who purchase select, new, eligible Yamaha four-stroke outboards several options to add value depending on horsepower range.
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Mary Jo Reinhart Appointed Director of Sales for Torqeedo, Inc.

POSTED 7/16/2025

CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – July 15, 2025 – Mary Jo Reinhart is the new Director of Sales for Torqeedo Inc., the North American subsidiary of Torqeedo GmbH. In this role, Reinhart leads OEM and retail sales across North America. She also oversees key distributor relationships and core business operations for the company’s low-voltage product line. Her responsibilities include management of retail and distributor accounts, inventory forecasting, stock allocation, customer service operations and sales policies.
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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Sponsors Davidson College Student-Led Sustainable Marine Project

POSTED 7/2/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – July 2, 2025 –Yamaha Rightwaters joined forces with Davidson College to sponsor a student-led sustainable marine project focused on repowering and redesigning a pontoon vessel with a Torqeedo^® Cruise 6.0 R electric outboard motor. The project aimed to convert a gas-powered pontoon into a fully solar-powered vessel with minimal environment impact, aligning with Yamaha Rightwaters’ initiative to support academic marine research.
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Yamaha Portable Outboard Models Now Available Through West Marine

POSTED 6/26/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – June 26, 2025 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today that portable outboard models ranging from 2.5-to-15 horsepower are now available at select West Marine locations.
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Yamaha Pro Wes Logan Makes Impressive Comeback to Win Bassmaster® Elite at Tenkiller

POSTED 6/16/2025

TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — June 16, 2025— Yamaha Pro Wes Logan battled rough weather to make a significant comeback and win the Bassmaster Elite on Lake Tenkiller in Tahlequah, Oklahoma on June 15. With a four-day total of 63 pounds, the Alabama angler took first by just one ounce on the final day of the tournament. The win marks his second Bassmaster Elite series blue trophy and the fifth major Elite win for the Yamaha Pro Team this season. Continue Reading

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Yamaha Rightwaters Marks Six Years of Measurable Marine Conservation

POSTED 6/9/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – June 9, 2025 – Yamaha Rightwaters™ marked its sixth anniversary on Sunday, June 8, World Oceans Day 2025. Launched in 2019, Yamaha Rightwaters continues to support programs that make significant progress in keeping waterways clean and promoting sustainability for generations to come. Continue Reading

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Yamaha Rightwaters and Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Expand Partnership to Advance Critical Marine Research and Habitat Restoration

POSTED 6/5/2025

MIAMI, Fla. — June 5, 2025 — Yamaha Rightwaters™ deepened its commitment to marine conservation by renewing its partnership with Bonefish & Tarpon Trust^® (BTT) through a three-year agreement focused on protecting and restoring critical fisheries and habitats. The expanded relationship advances science-based initiatives, including mapping juvenile tarpon habitats, designing nursery habitats and restoring critical ecosystems in decline.
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Yamaha Marine Reinforces Core Values of Reliability, Leadership and Innovation with Renewed Brand Focus

POSTED 5/21/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. — May 21, 2025 — Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit reinforces its reliability message by updating its product website, catalog and customer communications to reflect its core values of innovation, leadership and reliability. Backed by a legacy of award-winning customer satisfaction and product reliability, Yamaha continues to answer the “Why Yamaha Outboards?” question with compelling proof points that resonate across customer touchpoints.
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Yamaha Pro Pat Schlapper Wins Bassmaster® Elite at Sabine River

POSTED 5/19/2025

Yamaha Pro Pat Schlapper won the sixth 2025 Bassmaster^® Elite series tournament of the season on Sunday May 18, on Sabine River with a total weight of 38 pounds, 12 ounces. Schlapper, from Eleva, Wisconsin, has a career that includes 55 Bassmaster tournaments, four Classic appearances, three wins and six top 10 finishes.

This is the fourth Elite Series win for the Yamaha Pro team during the 2025 season. Bill Lowen won on the St. Johns River, Brandon Palaniuk won on Lake Okeechobee and Paul Marks won on Lake Hartwell. In addition, Yamaha Pro Easton Fothergill took home the Bassmaster Classic^® championship title in March.
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G3 Boats Leads Workforce Development Through GOCAPS Support

POSTED 5/15/2025

LEBANON, Mo.—May 15, 2025 — G3 Boats continues to set the standard for workforce readiness by expanding support for the Greater Ozarks Centers for Advanced Professional Studies (GOCAPS) Lake Region, offering high school students direct exposure to careers in manufacturing through job shadowing, facility tours and skill-building experiences.
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Yamaha Marine and Skeeter Boats Co-Sponsor Charity Bass Tournament for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

POSTED 5/13/2025

WABASHA, Minn. – May 13, 2025 – Yamaha Marine and Skeeter Boats became the first ever presenting sponsors of the annual Dick Hiley St. Jude^® Bass Classic on May 2-4. The tournament, which took place in Wabasha, Minnesota, celebrates a community of bass anglers from across the Upper Midwest who come together once a year in support of the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital^®. The 27th annual event brought together 96 competing boats and raised more than $1.1 million for the kids of St. Jude.
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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Donates Boats and Outboards to Boost Support for Georgia DNR

POSTED 5/6/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – May 6, 2025 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today increased support for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) through the donation of three new G3 boats, 25-horsepower outboards and trailers for use on state waters. The boats will help the Georgia DNR with customer assistance, enforcement, education, inspection, emergency response or management efforts for three departments: Law Enforcement, State Parks and Historic Sites and Wildlife Resources. The Georgia DNR plans to deploy the boats on Lake Lanier, High Falls State Park and the Marben Public Fishing Area.
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Yamaha Pro Paul Marks Captures First Bassmaster Elite Win of Tournament Career on Lake Hartwell

POSTED 4/28/2025

ANDERSON, S.C. – April 28, 2025 — Yamaha Pro Paul Marks won the fourth Bassmaster Elite Series of the season Sunday, April 27, on Lake Hartwell, leading the field with a four-day bass total of 68 pounds, 8 ounces. The victory marks the first blue trophy for the rookie from Cumming, Georgia.
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Yamaha Marine Announces “Ride the Wave” Sales Event

POSTED 4/21/2025

KENNESAW, Ga., April 21, 2025 —Yamaha Marine’s new “Ride the Wave” sales event helps customers add big value with the purchase of select, eligible new Yamaha four-stroke outboard models, from April 21, 2025, through May 21, 2025. Customers have several options to boost their purchases depending on horsepower range.
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Yamaha Rightwaters Lends Support to PIER, Advancing Fisheries Conservation Across North America

POSTED 4/17/2025

KENNESAW, Ga.—April 17, 2025 — Yamaha Rightwaters recently joined forces with the Pfleger Institute of Environmental Research (PIER) to bolster fisheries conservation efforts throughout North America. PIER, a nonprofit organization, bridges the gap between scientific research and fishery management through fieldwork and education, delivering responsible solutions for resource managers and coastal fishing communities.
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Dean Burnett Appointed Vice President of Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit

POSTED 4/9/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – April 9, 2025 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Dean Burnett to the position of Vice President, Marine Business. In his new role, Burnett oversees Yamaha U.S. Marine Development and Advanced Development teams as well as Yamaha’s Boat Business Unit, which includes the WaterCraft Business Group, G3 Boats and Skeeter Boats. He holds the title of President, Skeeter Products, Inc., and also leads Yamaha’s Connected Division as President of Siren Marine, Inc.
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Skeeter/Yamaha Pro Easton Fothergill is the 2025 Bassmaster Classic Champion

POSTED 3/24/2025

FT. WORTH, Texas – March 24, 2025 — Skeeter/Yamaha Pro Easton Fothergill became the 2025 Bassmaster Classic Champion on Sunday, March 23, on Lake Ray Roberts in Ft. Worth, Texas, bringing in a three-day total weight of 76 pounds, 15 ounces, and setting a new record for the biggest winning weight in the 55-year history of the prestigious fishing tournament. The 22-year-old rookie sensation from Grand Rapids, Minnesota, is a two-time Bassmaster Classic Qualifier and first-year Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Angler who joined the Skeeter/Yamaha Pro Team in January. The $300,000 championship trophy is the top prize in bass fishing.

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Yamaha Marine Donates XTO Offshore Outboards to High-Performing Technical Schools

POSTED 3/18/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – March 18, 2025 -- Yamaha Marine donated 425-horsepower XTO Offshore^® outboards to eight technical schools for placing a high number of technicians within certified Yamaha dealerships in 2024. Developed in 2015, Yamaha’s Technical School Partnership (TSP) program aims to develop a stronger marine technician workforce through a certified curriculum, Yamaha systems access and product donations used in the classroom for hands-on training. The schools will use the XTO Offshore outboards as part of that curriculum.

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Yamaha Pro Brandon Palaniuk Dominates Bassmaster Elite Tournament on Lake Okeechobee

POSTED 3/3/2025

OKEECHOBEE, Fla. – March 3, 2025 — Yamaha Pro Brandon Palaniuk won the second Bassmaster Elite Series of the season Sunday, March 2, on Lake Okeechobee, dominating the field with a four-day bass total of 95 pounds, 4 ounces. The victory marks the sixth Elite win for the pro from Rathbun, Idaho, who also holds two Angler of the Year titles, as well as a B.A.S.S Nation National Champion title.

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Yamaha Pro Angler Bill Lowen Captures First Bassmaster Elite Win of 2025

POSTED 2/24/2025

PALATKA, Fla. – Feb. 24, 2025 — Yamaha Pro Bill Lowen kicked off the 20^th Bassmaster Elite Series season with a win on Sunday, February 23, at the St. Johns River in Palatka, Fla., bringing in a four-day bass total of 73 pounds, 14 ounces. The victory represents the second Elite championship for the Brookville, Indiana Pro, who has also captured 24 top 10 finishes and qualified for the Bassmaster Classic 11 times throughout 200 Bassmaster events over the course of his career. Lowen led the tournament three of the four days of competition.

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Yamaha Welcomes Accomplished Bassmaster Elite Angler Randy Howell to Pro Fishing Team

POSTED 2/17/2025

KENNESAW, Ga.— Feb. 17, 2025 -- Yamaha Marine today announced the addition of veteran BASS^® angler Randy Howell to the freshwater Pro Fishing Team for the 2025 season. Requalifying via the Legends invitations, Howell will join current Yamaha Pro Team members to compete in the 2025 Bassmaster^® Elite Series, representing Yamaha’s premium brand position and serving as an ambassador for the sport of competitive fishing.

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Yamaha Recognized for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction

POSTED 2/13/2025

MIAMI, Fla., February 13, 2025— Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit accepted the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA^®) CSI Award for excellence in customer satisfaction today at the Miami International Boat Show^®. NMMA recognized Yamaha in five categories including Outboard Engine, Jet Boats, and Personal Watercraft, as well as Yamaha’s boat companies Skeeter^® and G3^® Boats. Skeeter^® is recognized in the Fiberglass Outboard Boat category and the Fiberglass Bass Boat category and G3^® is recognized in the Aluminum Outboard Boat category and the Pontoon category. Yamaha is a CSI award recipient in the Outboard Engine category every year since its inception in 2001, an achievement no other outboard manufacturer can claim.

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Yamaha Unveils New Helm Master EX Wireless Control System During 2025 Miami International Boat Show

POSTED 2/12/2025

MIAMI, Fla., February 12, 2025 — The Yamaha Marine U.S. Business Unit announced today an all-new Wireless Control feature for the renowned Helm Master EX boat control system during the 2025 Miami International Boat Show^®. Putting unmatched convenience and control in the palm of boaters’ hands, the new Helm Master EX Wireless Control gives boat operators the freedom to move around the boat while remaining in complete control at all times.*

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New Siren Fleet from Siren Marine Gives Boat Rental Operations and Boat Clubs the Power to Monitor, Control and Track Entire Fleet

POSTED 2/10/2025

KENNESAW, Ga., February 10, 2025 — Siren Marine, the worldwide leader in Connected Boat technology, announces the launch of Siren Fleet, a cloud-based, vessel-wide monitoring solution designed specifically for rental boat operations, boat clubs and marinas. Siren Fleet allows operators to leverage Connected Boat technology to manage information about multiple vessels through one clean, intuitive dashboard. It also gives them the ability to track maintenance intervals and detailed event history to ensure the fleet continues to run properly for customers.

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Yamaha Motor Canada Appoints James Matthews President

POSTED 2/3/2025

Toronto, Ontario, February 3, 2025 – Yamaha Motor Canada, Ltd. (YMCA) announced today that James Matthews has been appointed as the new President of Yamaha Motor Canada, Ltd. James will step into his new role immediately, with Past-President Dean Burnett supporting the transition through February.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names MD Kabir Operational Excellence Division Manager, Manufacturing Support

POSTED 1/30/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – January 30, 2025 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the promotion of MD Kabir to Division Manager, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Support. In his new role, Kabir leads support for North American Monozukuri (NAM) activities, Monozukuri-Lean Transformation and Continuous Improvement with a focus on profitability. These Yamaha-developed philosophies focus on achieving top-tier performance in safety, quality, delivery, production costs and business processes in all manufacturing elements.

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Yamaha Marine’s Power Pay Program Expands, Offers Pays for 576 Sanctioned Tournaments in 2025

POSTED 1/28/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. – Jan. 28, 2025 – Yamaha Marine will expand Power Pay, its contingency program, in 2025. The program will now reward the third- and fourth-highest placing anglers with $1,000 each on select trails, in addition to distributing payouts for the top two finishers. Competitors don’t need to win a tournament to qualify for a Power Pay payout, the program recognizes the highest-placing anglers in each sanctioned tournament running Yamaha power.

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Yamaha Introduces New Fully-Electric Propulsion HARMO Outboards

POSTED 1/22/2025

KENNESAW, Ga., Jan. 22, 2025 — Yamaha kicks off 2025 with new product offerings including an expansion of its HARMO line, available in single and twin configurations. Fully integrated with Helm Master^® EX, the new HARMO provides comfortable, intuitive boating control that enables boaters of all skill levels to maneuver their boat with confidence. Yamaha will also release new cowling designs and color options within its mid-range product line as well as new Steering Assist Tiller Handle F150 and F200 outboards in 2025.

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Yamaha Welcomes New Anglers to 2025 Pro Fishing Team

POSTED 1/15/2025

KENNESAW, Ga.— Jan. 15, 2025 -- Yamaha Marine welcomes anglers Easton Fothergill, Alex Redwine, Tim Dube, Emil Wagner, Luke Palmer, Alex Morrison and Paul Marks, Jr. to the freshwater and saltwater Pro Fishing Teams for 2025. The seven anglers will join current Yamaha Pro Team members to compete in various professional tournament trails across the country. They will represent Yamaha’s premium brand position and serve as ambassadors for the sport of competitive fishing.

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Yamaha Marine Announces “New Year, New Reliability” Sales Event

POSTED 1/6/2025

KENNESAW, Ga. -- Jan. 6, 2025 — Yamaha Marine kicks off the new year with the “New Year, New Reliability” sales event, a promotion that builds in exceptional value with the purchase of eligible Yamaha four-stroke outboards just in time for boat show season. From January 6, 2025, through March 31, 2025, customers who purchase select, new, eligible Yamaha four-stroke outboards have several options to add value depending on horsepower range.

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Yamaha Helps Place 500 Qualified Marine Technicians in Dealerships

POSTED 12/17/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – December 17, 2024 – Yamaha Marine, through its Yamaha Marine Technical School Partnership program (TSP) and workforce development efforts, recently reached an important milestone, helping to place more than 500 graduate technicians into Yamaha marine dealerships. The achievement is the joint effort of Yamaha’s service and government relations teams, demonstrating Yamaha’s commitment boosting the number of qualified technicians in the field and delivering premium service experiences to retail customers.

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Bobby Lane Cup Awards $71,000 in Scholarships, Inspires New Generation of Anglers

POSTED 12/11/2024

LAKE WALES, Fla.—Dec. 11, 2024 — The 13th annual Bobby Lane Cup broke records for attendance and scholarship money awarded to participants. Hosted by Yamaha pro angler Bobby Lane on December 7 at Camp Mack, a Guy Harvey® Lodge, Marina & RV Resort, the tournament featured 402 participants and 55 scholarship applicants. With over 2,500 spectators cheering on the next generation of anglers, the tournament celebrated its mission to inspire youth fishing and support higher education. At the conclusion of the event, the tournament awarded $71,000 in scholarships, providing significant opportunities for participants to further their educational goals.

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Yamaha Marine Celebrates Career of Pro Angler Clark Wendlandt

POSTED 11/21/2024

Kennesaw, Ga. – Nov. 21, 2024 – Yamaha Marine honors angler Clark Wendlandt upon the announcement of his retirement from the sport of professional bass fishing this November. A Yamaha Pro Team member for more than 20 years, Wendlandt’s career spans three decades and includes a long list of bass fishing’s highest achievements.

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Select Torqeedo Electric Outboards Available Through U.S. Yamaha Outboard Dealerships

POSTED 11/14/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – Nov. 14, 2024 – Yamaha and Torqeedo recently announced select Torqeedo electric outboards are available for purchase at full-line Yamaha dealerships, effective Nov. 6, 2024.

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Yamaha, Roush and Regulator Marine Make Waves During 2024 SEMA Show® with World’s First Hydrogen-Powered Outboard

POSTED 11/13/2024

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Nov. 13, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit joined forces with Roush^® and Regulator Marine to reveal the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats , to car manufacturers, automotive component suppliers and aftermarket equipment manufactures from around the globe during the 2024 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) Show, Nov. 4-8 in Las Vegas, Nev. Complimented by a hydrogen fuel system designed by Roush, to power the outboard, and a custom boat hull from Regulator Marine, the Yamaha H2 outboard concept was on display for 160,000 registered attendees, including over 2,300 approved media, during the course of the show.

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Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers Promotes Batuhan Ak and David Harner, Moves all Operations to Greenfield Facility

POSTED 11/4/2024

GREENFIELD, In.-- Nov. 4, 2024 – Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers, a division of Yamaha Marine Systems Co., Inc. (YPPI), announces the promotion of Batuhan Ak to General Manager, Site Lead, and David Harner to General Manager, Operations Lead, at its newly-expanded facility in Greenfield, Ind. These leadership appointments coincide with the consolidation of all YPPI’s operations into a single, state-of-the-art campus in Greenfield, following the completion of its Phase 2 expansion.

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Yamaha Rightwaters Lends Support to International Game Fishing Association

POSTED 10/22/2024

DANIA BEACH, Fla.—Oct. 22, 2024— Yamaha Rightwaters is a new International Game Fishing Association (IGFA^®) sponsor, lending support to the IGFA Passport to Fishing Program and the IGFA Great Marlin Race. Together, Yamaha Rightwaters and the IGFA will work to generate and promote conservation efforts in North America.

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Chaparral and Robalo Boats Form Exclusive Agreement with Yamaha Financial Services

POSTED 10/17/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – October 17, 2024 – Chaparral and Robalo Boats, in partnership with Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha Financial Services), are excited to announce a new multi-year exclusive financing agreement. Beginning January 1, 2025, Yamaha Financial Services will become the exclusive provider of dealer inventory finance and the preferred provider of retail finance for both Chaparral and Robalo Boats in the U.S.A. and Canada. By leveraging robust finance programs and protection products, Yamaha Financial Services is dedicated to providing the best dealer and customer experience in the industry.

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Yamaha Illuminates Hydrogen for Recreational Craft During 2024 IBEX®

POSTED 10/17/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – Oct. 17, 2024 – “Our work with hydrogen technology is a key part of Yamaha’s commitment to sustainability and innovation,” said Grant Suzuki, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Chief of Technology. “By collaborating with industry leaders and advancing hydrogen propulsion systems, we’re not only exploring new possibilities for carbon-neutral marine products but also ensuring the performance and reliability Yamaha is known for remain uncompromised.”

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Kracor Becomes Yamaha Marine Rotational Molders, Names John Augustiniak New General Manager

POSTED 10/15/2024

MILWAUKEE, Wisc. – October 15, 2024—Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today that Kracor, a division of Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (“YMSC”) is now officially doing business as Yamaha Marine Rotational Molders, and John Augustiniak is the new General Manager. In his role, Augustiniak oversees the manufacturing and operational business strategy as well as the sales, marketing and logistics of the company’s rotationally molded plastic products for recreational marine and other industries.

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Yamaha Marine Announces “Why Wait for Spring?” Sales Event

POSTED 10/9/2024

KENNESAW, Ga., October 9, 2024 — Yamaha Marine gives customers more reasons to choose reliable Yamaha outboard power this fall with the “Why Wait for Spring?” sales event. Customers who purchase eligible, new Yamaha four-stroke outboards between October 9, 2024, and December 6, 2024, have several options to add value depending on horsepower range.

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Siren Marine Introduces Siren 3

POSTED 10/1/2024

TAMPA, Fla. - October 1, 2024 — Siren Marine, the worldwide leader in Connected Boat^® technology, announced today the addition of Siren 3 to its industry leading line of Connected Boat devices at the International Boat Builders Exhibition & Conference (IBEX^®) in Tampa, Fla. Designed to complement small to mid-sized outboard powered boats, pontoons, deck boats, and bass boats, Siren 3 brings Connected Boat technology to a new group of boaters.

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Georgia Southern University Names Second Annual Yamaha Rightwaters Conservation Scholarship Recipient

POSTED 9/26/2024

STATESBORO, Ga. – September 26, 2024 – Georgia Southern University announced Zach Gordon is the recipient of the second annual Yamaha Rightwaters™ Conservation Scholarship. Supported by an ongoing endowment from Yamaha Rightwaters, the scholarship awards $5K annually to a student who exhibits outstanding efforts and commitment to improve coastal sustainability. Gordon is currently in his second year of pursuing a master’s degree in biology through Georgia Southern’s College of Science and Mathematics.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Miguel Avello Division Manager of Marine Product Management

POSTED 9/19/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – September 19, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced the appointment of Miguel Avello to Division Manager, Marine Product Management. In his new role, Avello leads the Product Management Division, providing strategic direction and oversight of the Marine Product Planning functions. He also works closely with market intelligence, R&D, new product development, product integration, product introduction and product launch teams.

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Chapman School of Seamanship Leverages Yamaha Maintenance Certification Program to Help Boost U.S. Coast Guard Careers

POSTED 9/12/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – September 12, 2024 – The Chapman School of Seamanship recently became a member of the U.S. Coast Guard’s (USCG^®) Lateral Entry Program thanks to a Yamaha curriculum offered through the school. Students who complete the nine-week Yamaha Marine Maintenance Certification Program offered by Chapman can enter the USCG^®at a pay grade of E-4 versus E-1 without the requirement of additional training, giving them a two-year head start in building a career with the USCG^®.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Andrea Tetto Director of Marine Business Planning

POSTED 9/5/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – September 5, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced the appointment of Andrea Tetto to Director, Marine Business Planning. In her new role, Tetto leads the Business Planning Division, Product Management Division and Cost Planning teams. She provides strategic vision, business planning, product management expertise and cost planning acumen, optimizing the financial resources within the Marine Industry.
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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Bryan Seti National Sales and Marketing Manager G3 Boats

POSTED 9/3/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – September 3, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today Bryan Seti is the new National Sales and Marketing Manager for G3^® Boats. Seti will also continue his current role as General Manager of Yamaha’s WaterCraft Division. Within both positions, Seti will leverage 25 years of proven sales and marketing expertise to propel both the G3 and WaterCraft brands.

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Speciale Leads Marine Industry Effort in Coalition to Promote Multiple Technology Approach to Carbon Neutrality

POSTED 8/27/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – August 27, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit President Ben Speciale joined executives from across several industries to discuss methods of achieving carbon neutrality during the 2024 Pebble Beach Classic Car Forum, August 15. The panel, which included representatives from automotive, oil, marine and the automotive supplier industries, unanimously called for multiple pathways to achieving carbon neutrality and agreed that a “one size fits all” electric approach method is not viable. The hope is that the discussion will lead to a cross-industry approach to multiple technology solutions and advocating for them.
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Yamaha/Skeeter Pro Angler Trey McKinney is the 2024 Bassmaster® Rookie of the Year

POSTED 8/19/2024

WADDINGTON, N.Y., August 19, 2024 — Yamaha/Skeeter Pro Angler Trey McKinney captured the 2024 Bassmaster^®Rookie of the Year title during the final Elite Series tournament on the St. Lawrence River. The 19-year-old from Carbondale, Ill., is the youngest ROY winner in the history of the Elite Series, which began in 2006. When he won on Lake Fork in February in 2024 with 130 pounds, 15 ounces, McKinney also became the youngest angler to win an Elite Series tournament.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Scott Higgins Outboard Marketing Division Manager

POSTED 8/13/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – Aug. 13, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Scott Higgins to Division Manager, Outboard Marketing. In his new role, Higgins oversees Yamaha Marine advertising, events, tournaments and sponsorships, Yamaha pro staff and Yamaha Marine dealer education. He succeeds Susan Camp, who retired in August of 2024.

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Siren Marine Becomes Standard IoT Solution on Select 2025 Pursuit Boat Models

POSTED 8/8/2024

KENNESAW, Ga., August 8, 2024 — Siren Marine’s flagship IoT device, the Siren 3 Pro, is now standard equipment on select 2025 model year Pursuit^® boats 32 feet and over in length.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Monica Arroyave Business Planning Division Manager

POSTED 7/30/2024

KENNESAW, Ga. – July 30, 2024 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Monica Arroyave to Division Manager, Marine Business Planning. In her new role, Arroyave leads efforts to create, communicate and align Marine Business Unit strategic objectives across the organization. She also provides analysis and insight for informed decision making and leadership for mergers and acquisitions.

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Siren Marine Becomes Standard IoT Solution on Select 2024 Grady-White, Regulator, Suncatcher by G3 and Skeeter Boat Models

POSTED 8/8/2023

KENNESAW, Ga., August 8, 2023 — Siren Marine’s flagship IoT device, the Siren 3 Pro, is now standard equipment on select 2024 model year boats from Grady-White^®, Regulator^® Marine, SunCatcher^® by G3^® and Skeeter^®.
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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Names Jeremy Waki Marine Service Operations Division Manager

POSTED 5/5/2023

KENNESAW, Ga. – May 5, 2023 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Jeremy Waki to Division Manager, Marine Service Operations. In his new role, Waki oversees service support of systems, processes, strategy, data analytics and service planning. Other areas of responsibility include warranty adjudication, advanced failure analysis, technical coordination and information.
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Yamaha Highlights Training, Career Development During 2023 International Marine Technician Week

POSTED 4/26/2023

KENNESAW, Ga. – April 26, 2023 – Yamaha Marine celebrates 2023 International Marine Technician week by highlighting a host of career development training opportunities available for current and aspiring marine technicians.
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Yamaha Dealers Awarded Marine Service PRO Recognition

POSTED 4/18/2023

KENNESAW, Ga. – April 18, 2023 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit recently recognized 135 Yamaha authorized marine dealers for reaching various Yamaha Marine Service PRO levels of achievement.
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Yamaha Marine U.S. Business Unit Opens New Marine Innovation Center in Kennesaw, Deepens Commitment to Developing Georgia Workforce

POSTED 4/13/2023

KENNESAW, Ga., April 13, 2023 - Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit formally announced the grand opening of a new Marine Innovation Center in Kennesaw on April 12, which will provide new job opportunities as well as broaden Yamaha’s presence in the State of Georgia. Governor Brian Kemp, First Lady Marty Kemp and Mayor Derek Easterling of Kennesaw attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new 75,280 square foot facility which now houses the Yamaha Marine Connected Division as well as Yamaha U.S. Marine Development, Yamaha Marine Product Management and Yamaha Marine Technical Marketing.

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Andrew Cullen Becomes Director of the Yamaha Marine Connectivity Division

POSTED 4/4/2023

KENNESAW, Ga., April 4, 2023 — Yamaha today announced that Andrew Cullen is the new Director of Marine Connectivity. In his new role, Cullen is responsible for all facets of creating and supporting the Connected Boat^® experience to dealers, consumers and OEMs.

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Martin Peters Becomes Director of Yamaha Marine External Affairs

POSTED 3/29/2023

KENNESAW, Ga., March 29, 2023 — Yamaha today named Martin Peters Director of Marine External Affairs. With the new role comes official responsibilities for marine sustainability and regulatory affairs in addition to government relations and communications.

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Siren Marine Introduces Siren Trident, Announces Pilot Agreement with Grady-White and Regulator

POSTED 2/16/2023

MIAMI, Fla., Feb. 16, 2023 — During the 2023 Miami International Boat Show^®, Siren Marine introduced Siren Trident, an industry-first IoT software for marine engine maintenance and system compatibility that offers substantial benefits to Yamaha customers, dealers and boat builders. In addition, Grady-White and Regulator Marine will become the first two Siren Marine pilot boat builders, offering Trident as standard equipment on select 2024 model year boats.
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Mark Tracy is the New Vice President of the Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit

POSTED 2/8/2023

KENNESAW, Ga. – February 8, 2023 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Mark Tracy to the role of Vice President. In his new position, Tracy will continue to oversee Yamaha Marine Power Sales and Marketing teams, with the added responsibility of the Marine Customer Experience (Marine Service) team.

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Tellico Boaters Assistance Response Team (T-BART) Announces New Relationship with Yamaha Rightwaters™

POSTED 12/13/2022

Kennesaw, GA – December 13, 2022 – Yamaha becomes an official outboard sponsor of T-BART as the response team forms a new relationship with Yamaha Rightwaters™. Pursuant to the three-year agreement, Yamaha will assist T-BART by providing a Yamaha F115 outboard and other financial backing.
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Siren Marine Products Now Available Through All Yamaha Outboard Dealers

POSTED 12/1/2022

NEWPORT, RI – Dec. 1, 2022 – Siren Marine’s Connected Boat^® products are now available for purchase and installation at over 2,100 Yamaha Outboard Dealers nationwide. Siren Marine gives customers the ability to remotely monitor boat location, view battery levels, check shore power connection, monitor bilge activity and more. Yamaha acquired Siren Marine in December of 2021.

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Yamaha Marine’s Technical School Partnership Program Adds Ten New Schools

POSTED 11/14/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – Nov. 14, 2022 – The Yamaha Marine Technical School Partnership program (TSP) added ten new schools to its growing list of participants during the last 12 months, bringing the total number to 117 nationwide. Developed in 2015, Yamaha’s TSP program aims to develop a stronger marine technician workforce through a certified curriculum, Yamaha systems access and product donations used in the classroom for hands-on training.

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Yamaha Marine Business Unit’s Kerry Schroder and Ron Lubic named Technical and Co-Technical Chair for SkillsUSA® Marine Service Technology Competition

POSTED 10/10/2022

Kennesaw, Ga. – Oct. 10, 2022— Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today, Kerry Schroder, Senior District Service Manager and Ron Lubic, District Service Manager will serve as the Florida Technical and Co-Technical contest chairs for the SkillsUSA^® Marine Service Technology competition. Schroder and Lubic each have over 25 years of experience in the marine industry and work with technical schools throughout the state of Florida by connecting students interested in marine service careers with Yamaha dealers, organizing job shadow days for students at Yamaha dealers, mentoring students in the classroom, supporting instructors by presenting them with the latest content and organizing local SkillsUSA^® competitions.

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Yamaha/Skeeter Pro Angler and Safety Ambassador Hunter Bland Appointed to Florida Boating Advisory Council

POSTED 9/21/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – Sept. 21, 2022 – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, on Sept. 16, announced the appointment of Yamaha/Skeeter Pro Angler and National Boating Safety Ambassador Hunter Bland to the Boating Advisory Council. During his three-year term, Bland will help the council make recommendations to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Department of Economic Opportunity regarding issues affecting the boating community, including boating and diving safety education; boating-related facilities, including marinas and boat testing facilities; boat usage; boat access and working waterfronts.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Creates New Project Management Office

POSTED 8/24/2022

KENNESAW, Ga., August 24, 2022 --- Yamaha today announced the creation of a new Project Management Office under the business planning division which supports the Marine Business Unit by delivering tailored solutions that execute employee-driven projects through innovation and collaboration. Megan Bennett will lead the new team as Department Manager.
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Inspired by Late Congressman Young, Yamaha Expands Technical Training in Alaska

POSTED 8/18/2022

Soldotna, Alaska – August 18, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit and the Alaska Maritime Education Consortium (AMEC) signed a Yamaha Marine Training Program Agreement under Yamaha’s Technical School Partnership Program. This Agreement will establish a comprehensive Yamaha marine technical training program throughout the state, specifically in remote regions.
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Tennessee River Cleanup Efforts to Increase with Expansion of Nonprofit Fleet Thanks to Donations from TVA and Yamaha Rightwaters™

POSTED 8/5/2022

Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful (KTNRB) can now boast a fleet of two 26-foot river cleanup boats after celebrating the maiden voyage of the organization’s second boat earlier this week with a cleanup held on Fort Loudoun Lake of the Tennessee River. The nonprofit’s board members and their families participated in the cleanup, removing 1,453 lbs. of trash during the boat’s first venture on the water.

The purchase of the custom aluminum jon boat, named The Holston after one of the two rivers that converge to form the Tennessee River, was made possible largely through funding and donations from the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), Yamaha Rightwaters™, a Knoxville, Tenn.-based Home Depot (Schaad Road) store, and Premier Watersports of Knoxville.

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OCEARCH® Announces New Relationship with Yamaha Rightwaters™, Yamaha Becomes Official Outboard

POSTED 8/3/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – August 3, 2022 –Yamaha becomes the new official outboard of OCEARCH^® as the renowned research organization forms a new relationship with Yamaha Rightwaters™. Through the three-year agreement, OCEARCH will power its chase boats with Yamaha outboards. The first boat will have twin 300-horsepower Yamaha V6 Offshore outboards, while two additional boats will have Yamaha F150 and F60 power.

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Yamaha Pro Anglers Lend Perspective to Aquatic Invasive Species Discussion During Blue Ribbon Commission Session at ICAST 2022

POSTED 7/26/2022

Orlando, Fla. – July 26, 2022 – The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Blue Ribbon Commission held its first listening session on Thursday, July 21. Yamaha Pro Anglers and Commissioners Mark Menendez and Ish Monroe discussed the negative effects of aquatic invasive species on state fisheries management, boating and fishing access and revealed the complexities of the invasive species issue.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Creates New Marine Procurement Division

POSTED 7/18/2022

KENNESAW, Ga., July 18, 2022 — Yamaha today announced the expansion of the Marine Procure Department into a new Marine Procurement Division, organizing the growing team into four departments along functional lines. This will allow the teams to develop specialists, who can perform more profound analysis, and strengthen internal and external communications. James Mills assumes the role of Division Manager, leading all Yamaha Marine Procurement departments including Strategy and Planning, the Concurrent Engineering Department, the Quality Engineering Department and the Control Department.
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Yamaha Marine Lends Support to 2022 SkillsUSA® National Competition, Fosters Marine Technician Career Development

POSTED 7/7/2022

Atlanta, Ga.— July 7, 2022 - Yamaha Marine supported the 2022 National SkillsUSA^® Competition in Atlanta, Ga., June 20-24, through the organization and facilitation of the Marine Service Technology competition segment. In addition to the marine technology events, the national competition, which took place at the Georgia World Congress Center, also featured welding, construction trades, manufacturing, transportation, health care, hospitality, human services and more.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Announces Todd Hoobler as Department Manager, Marine ISD

POSTED 7/6/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – July 6, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Todd Hoobler to Department Manager, Marine Information Strategies Division (ISD). In his new role, Hoobler is responsible for assessing and representing the needs of the Marine Business Unit’s business systems and communicating those requirements to Yamaha’s national ISD department. He also leads the customer/client team responsible for supporting Marine operational systems and processes, providing data reporting and analytics, and facilitating Marine investment projects and initiatives.
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Yamaha Becomes Official Outboard of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust®

POSTED 6/27/2022

KENNESAW GA – June 27 2022 – Yamaha Rightwaters™ announced it's the official outboard of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust^®(BTT). With this sponsorship, Yamaha is committed to BTT’s mission to conserve bonefish, tarpon and permit—the species, their habitats and the larger fisheries they comprise.

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Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers, Sharrow Marine Announce Manufacturing and Distribution Supply Agreement

POSTED 6/21/2022

Greenfield, Ind. – June 21, 2022 - Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today a new manufacturing and limited supply agreement between Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers (YPPI) and Sharrow Marine. The terms of the agreement allow YPPI to cast Sharrow Marine’s award-winning propellers in YPPI’s state-of-the-art facility and foundry in Greenfield, Ind. Yamaha will also offer Sharrow Propellers through its boat builder and dealer distribution channels.

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Joe Maniscalco is the New General Manager of Marine Service for Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit

POSTED 6/14/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – June 14, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Joe Maniscalco to General Manager, Marine Service. In his new position, Maniscalco will oversee marine service training and support for Yamaha outboards and systems as well as Yamaha WaterCraft products.

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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Announces 2021/2022 Certified Master Technicians

POSTED 5/26/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – May 26, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the marine technicians who successfully earned Yamaha Master Technician Certification during late 2021 and early 2022. In order to earn the certification, experienced marine technicians must complete six week-long courses covering outboard engine operating systems, proper installation, service and maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting skills. Out of hundreds of applicants, approximately 30 technicians pass Yamaha’s certification exam on an annual basis.
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Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers Becomes INSHARP Certified

POSTED 5/10/2022

Indianapolis, Ind. – May 10, 2022 - Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers (YPPI) of Indianapolis is a certified participant in the Indiana Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (INSHARP).
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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit President Ben Speciale Receives Conservation Achievement Award

POSTED 5/5/2022

WASHINGTON D.C. – May 5, 2022 – The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership^® (TRCP^®) honored Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit President Ben Speciale with the 2022 Conservation Achievement Award during the 14^th Annual Capital Conservation Awards dinner on May 4, 2022. Recognized alongside Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) and Congresswoman Betty McCollum (D-MN), 2022 recipients of the James D. Range Conservation Award, Speciale received his award for his leadership in conservation and environmental stewardship.
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Ron Campbell is the New Outboard Sales Division Manager for Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit

POSTED 4/27/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – April 27, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Ron Campbell to the position of Division Manager, Outboard Sales. In his new role, Campbell will oversee all Yamaha U.S. dealer outboard sales initiatives and programs. He succeeds long-time Yamaha team member John Rigsby who retired in March of 2022.
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Andrea Tetto is New Business Planning Division Manager for Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit

POSTED 4/20/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – April 19, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Andrea Tetto to the position of Division Manager, Business Planning. In her new role, Tetto is responsible for all facets of Business Planning, including business and market intelligence, strategy management, research, and the project management office.

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Maitais Rogers of Apopka Marine Completes Yamaha Marine Apprentice Program (YMAP)

POSTED 4/7/2022

INVERNESS, Fla.- April 7, 2022 — Maitais Rodgers, marine technician at Apopka Marine, recently completed the Yamaha Marine Apprentice Program (YMAP) offered through Yamaha Marine University™ (YMU). YMAP helps marine dealers combat the current shortage of marine technicians by fostering qualified new technician careers. The program includes 4,000 hours of comprehensive, hands-on Yamaha outboard technician training supported by an online platform.

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Susan Camp Becomes Marketing Division Manager, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit

POSTED 4/5/2022

KENNESAW, Ga. – April 5, 2022 – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit announced today the appointment of Susan Camp to the position of Division Manager, Marketing. In her new role, Camp will oversee Yamaha Marine advertising, events, tournaments and sponsorships, Yamaha pro staff and Yamaha Marine dealer education. She succeeds Dale Barnes, who retired in March of 2022. Continue Reading

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Yamaha Creates New Marine External Affairs Division

POSTED 3/31/2022

KENNESAW, Ga., March 31, 2022 — Yamaha today announced the creation of a new Marine External Affairs Division designed to strengthen government affairs activities, increase sustainability efforts and enhance external communications. Martin Peters assumes the role of Division Manager, leading all Yamaha Marine External Affairs initiatives including government relations, corporate social responsibility/sustainability and Yamaha Marine communications and video teams.
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Yamaha Marine Pays Tribute to Congressman Don Young

POSTED 3/29/2022

KENNESAW, Ga.- March 29, 2022 — As he lies in state today, Yamaha Marine honors the late Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska), the longest serving member of Congress and dean of the House, for his unwavering commitment to conservation, the example he provided as a true servant of his constituents and the way he energized those he met.

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Yamaha Marine Executive Dale Barnes Becomes Legacy Life Member of CCA-California

POSTED 3/16/2022

Kennesaw, Ga. – March 16, 2022 – Dale Barnes, Marketing Division Manager for Yamaha Marine Engine Systems, became a Legacy Life Member of CCA-California upon the occasion of his retirement on March 11, 2022. Further honoring his career-long dedication to marine conservation and sustainability, Yamaha Marine committed to 2022 CCA-California matching funds sponsorship, which will help raise additional resources toward conservation projects in the state of California.
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Yamaha Creates Marine Connected Division, Expands Facilities in Georgia and Alabama

POSTED 2/17/2022

Miami, Fla., Feb. 17, 2022 — Yamaha today announced the creation of a Marine Connected Division to incorporate its connected business model into Yamaha Marine’s business units. The company also revealed plans for a new Marine Innovation Center in Kennesaw, Georgia, and a substantial expansion of its testing facility in Bridgeport, Alabama.

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Yamaha/Siren Marine Update: Yamaha Announces Siren Marine Acquisition

POSTED 1/13/2022

Kennesaw, Ga., Jan. 13, 2022 — Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. today finalized the acquisition of Siren Marine^®, manufacturer of marine-based IoT (Internet of Things) solutions by its subsidiary Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (YMSC). Yamaha plans additional announcements about connected boat technology and future product development during the 2022 Miami International Boat Show^.
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Yamaha to Purchase Siren Marine

POSTED 12/15/2021

Kennesaw, Ga., Dec. 15, 2021 — Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. today announced its intention to purchase Siren Marine^®, manufacturer of marine-based IoT (Internet of Things) solutions by its subsidiary Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (YMSC). Yamaha expects to complete the purchase before the end of the year.
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Bennington, Yamaha Donate Outboards to Nation’s Top High School Marine Training Program

POSTED 10/27/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. - Oct. 27, 2021 – Bennington Marine this month donated a T50 outboard and an F200 outboard to Impact Institute, a Yamaha Marine Technical School Partner (TSP) in Kendallville, Indiana. Yamaha matched the donation with a 4.2-liter F300 V6 outboard. Students will use the motors and a certified Yamaha curriculum to gain a comprehensive understanding of the brand’s outboard power systems and add value to Yamaha marine dealers around the country.
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Yamaha’s HARMO® Electric Outboard System Makes U.S. Debut at IBEX

POSTED 9/28/2021

KENNESAW, Ga., Sep. 28, 2021 – Yamaha Marine introduced its HARMO electric outboard system to the U.S. market today during the 2021 International Boatbuilders Exhibition and Conference (IBEX^®) in Tampa, Florida.

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Yamaha is First Marine Outboard Manufacturer to Place Maintenance Certifications on Florida’s CAPE Funding List

POSTED 9/22/2021

KENNESAW, Ga. – Sept. 22, 2021 - The Florida Board of Education announced the post-secondary school Career and Professional Education (CAPE) funding list for the 2021/2022 academic year this August. That list now includes Yamaha Marine University’s Maintenance Certifications, a first among marine outboard manufacturers and a strong incentive for technical schools to offer Yamaha outboard training courses to students.

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New Yamaha Marine Precision Propeller Facility in Greenfield, Ind. Reaches Full Production Capacity

POSTED 8/11/2021

Greenfield, Ind. – August 11, 2021 – The new Yamaha Marine Precision Propeller (YPPI) facility in Greenfield, Ind. reached full production capacity this July. The advanced casting facility and foundry uses state-of-the-art robotics to significantly reduce lead times and increase production by more than 67 percent, allowing YPPI to deliver more than 100,000 propellers to customers annually.
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YAMAHA MARINE UNVEILS MYYAMAHAOUTBOARDS

POSTED 7/13/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – July 14, 2021 – This summer, Yamaha Marine introduces MyYamahaOutboards, a new mobile app and web portal that revolutionizes the ownership experience and helps enhance customer satisfaction of Yamaha outboards. MyYamahaOutboards puts essential product and dealer information at owners’ fingertips, including a complete maintenance history for each outboard they own.

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YAMAHA PRO ISH MONROE JOINS FORCES WITH KEEP THE TENNESSEE RIVER BEAUTIFUL, YOUTH VOLUNTEERS AND YAMAHA RIGHTWATERS™ TO CLEAN UP NICKAJACK LAKE

POSTED 6/2/2021

Nickajack Lake, Tenn. – June 2, 2021 – Yamaha Pro Angler Ish Monroe teamed up with Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful (KTNRB) and a group of young volunteers on June 1 to clean up Nickajack Lake. Led by KTNRB Executive Director Kathleen Gibi, the group pulled 2,119 pounds of trash from the shoreline near the Shellmound Campground boat ramp in Jasper, Tennessee.

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YAMAHA SUPPORTS SOUTH CAROLINA BOATING AND FISHING ALLIANCE

POSTED 4/13/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – April 13, 2021 – Yamaha joined forces with more than 30 South Carolina-based boating and fishing tackle manufacturers and marine dealerships to help form the new South Carolina Boating and Fishing Alliance (SCBFA). The SCBFA is dedicated to the protection and growth of the state’s burgeoning boating and fishing industry, and Yamaha is a charter member. Continue Reading

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Yamaha Introduces Upgraded V MAX SHO, Battery Management System and Analog Gauge Lines

POSTED 3/23/2021

KENNESAW, Ga., March 23, 2021 — Yamaha Marine’ s newly upgraded 4.2-liter V MAX SHO^®outboard has a full 40 percent more charging capacity and contemporary styling as it enters a new era of reliable service. Joining the upgraded outboard in this month’s announcement are a suite of new analog gauges and a battery management system that promises to improve offshore boaters’ experiences on the water.

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Yamaha, Skeeter Boats, B.A.S.S. Team Up to Host Redfish Cup Championship Tournament

POSTED 3/22/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – March 23, 2021 – Yamaha and Skeeter Boats announced a new Redfish Cup Championship tournament in conjunction B.A.S.S.^® for 2021. The Yamaha Bassmaster^® Redfish Cup Championship presented by Skeeter propels B.A.S.S. into the saltwater realm and expands the competitive fishing industry in a growth segment. It is one of several new elements in multi-year agreements struck recently among Skeeter, Yamaha and B.A.S.S.

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Yamaha Strategic Alliance with Siren Marine Drives Forward Digital and Connected Technology

POSTED 3/15/2021

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. today announced a strategic alliance with Siren Marine^®, manufacturer of marine-based IoT (Internet of Things) solutions. It is Yamaha’s most recent step to reinforce CommandBlue™, a philosophy that represents a commitment to move engineering and development into the realm of the customer, ultimately delivering products that are easier to use and creating greater satisfaction and confidence on the water. Continue Reading

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Yamaha Recognized for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction

POSTED 3/4/2021

KENNESAW, Ga., March 4, 2021 — Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit accepted the 2021 National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA^®) CSI Award for excellence in customer satisfaction in five categories including Outboard Engine, WaveRunner^® personal watercraft and Jet Boat as well as for Yamaha’s boat companies Skeeter^® and G3^® Boats. Yamaha has received this recognition in the Outboard Engine category every year since the award’s inception in 2001, an achievement no other outboard manufacturer can claim.

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Yamaha, B.A.S.S. Sign New Multi-Year Sponsorship Agreement

POSTED 2/10/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – February 10, 2021 – Yamaha and B.A.S.S.^® signed a new agreement that not only continues but also expands Yamaha’s sponsorship of Bassmaster^®events through 2024. Yamaha’s support of B.A.S.S. underscores the company’s commitment to the growth of competitive and recreational fishing.
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Yamaha Marine Fought for Coalition Conservation Victories in 2020

POSTED 2/4/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – February 4, 2021 – Yamaha Marine, along with trade and conservation organizations, worked last year during the 116^th Congress to ensure the conservation of U.S. waterways, promote responsible angler practices and increase access to federal land and waterways. The legislation signed into law in 2020 and early 2021 is the result of efforts from many entities promoting conservation and sustainability while achieving access for fishing and boating.
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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit Makes New Management Appointments

POSTED 1/11/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – Jan. 11, 2021 – The Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit begins 2021 with several new management team appointments. These changes continue to maximize synergies and strengths across the organization to better serve customers, dealers and boat builders.
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Yamaha Marine Celebrates the Start of 2021 with “Power of Reliability” Sales Event

POSTED 1/5/2021

KENNESAW, Ga., Jan. 5, 2021 —Yamaha Marine kicks off 2021 with the “Power of Reliability” sales event. For a limited time, customers who purchase eligible, new Yamaha four-stroke outboards in the 2.5- to 300-horsepower range have the choice of either a dealer credit of up to $1,500 based on MSRP, or the opportunity to add two years of Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.) to their three-year Yamaha Limited Warranty for a total of five years of coverage at no additional cost.

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“Get Ready to Repower” Offers Customers Zero Down, Rates as Low as 3.99 Percent APR for up to 180 Months*

POSTED 1/5/2021

Kennesaw, Ga. – Jan. 5, 2021 – The “Get Ready to Repower” offer from Yamaha Marine gives customers great incentives to purchase new Yamaha four-stroke outboards between Jan. 5, 2021, and March 31, 2021.

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Yamaha Marine, Marine Industries Association of Southwest Florida and Tampa Bay Work Together to Bring Maintenance Certification Program to Ft. Myers Technical College

POSTED 11/17/2020

FT. MYERS, Fla. – Nov. 17, 2020 – As part of a continued effort to develop qualified marine technicians, Yamaha Marine and the Marine Industries Association of Southwest Florida and Tampa Bay (MIA of SWFL&TB) teamed up to help provide the funding and equipment to make it possible for Ft. Myers Technical College (FMTC) to offer Yamaha’s new Maintenance Certification Program (MCP) to students during the 2020/2021 school year. MIA of SWFL&TB contributed $10,000 toward the four modules of curriculum, and Yamaha donated an F300 V6 outboard for hands-on instruction in the classroom.

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“Add Some Horsepower to Your Holiday” Offers Yamaha Repower Customers Option for Zero Down, Rates as Low as 3.99 Percent APR for up to 180 Months*

POSTED 11/16/2020

KENNESAW, Ga. – November 16, 2020 – The “Add Some Horsepower to Your Holiday” offer from Yamaha Marine gives customers continued incentive to purchase new Yamaha four-stroke outboards this holiday season between Nov. 16, 2020, and Dec. 23, 2020.

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Yamaha Marine’s Technical School Partnership Program Reaches 100 Members

POSTED 10/27/2020

KENNESAW, Ga. – Oct. 27, 2020 – The Yamaha Marine Technical School Partnership program (TSP) reached its 100^th member milestone with the addition of Prince William Sound College in Valdez, Alaska. Developed in 2015, Yamaha’s TSP program aims to develop a stronger marine technician workforce through a certified curriculum, Yamaha systems access and product donations used in the classroom for hands-on training.
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Josh Turner of Harbor View Marine Completes Yamaha Marine Apprentice Program

POSTED 10/20/2020

PENSACOLA, Fla. – Oct. 20, 2020 – Harbor View Marine, in conjunction with Yamaha Marine, announced today that Josh Turner successfully completed the Yamaha Marine Apprentice Program (YMAP) offered through Yamaha Marine University™ (YMU).
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Yamaha Marine Announces “Why Wait for Spring” Fall Savings Event

POSTED 10/13/2020

KENNESAW, Ga. – Oct. 13, 2030 – Yamaha Marine’s “Why Wait for Spring” fall savings event gives customers three great opportunities to add value to new, eligible Yamaha four-stroke outboards purchased from Oct. 13, 2020 through Nov. 24, 2020.

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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Supports AquaTech Eco Consultants

POSTED 10/8/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – Oct. 8, 2020 – Yamaha Rightwaters helped secure a new F200 four-stroke outboard for AquaTech Eco Consultants. The organization uses the outboard to power its 24-foot Carolina Skiff^® during habitat restoration projects along the coasts of Florida.
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Yamaha Claims Innovation Awards for Helm Master® EX for Single Outboard Applications, Phase Angle Control Charging System

POSTED 9/29/2020

KENNESAW, Ga., Sep. 29, 2020 – The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA^®) and Boating Writers International (BWI) honored Yamaha Marine with IBEX^® Innovation Awards in two categories for 2020. Yamaha’s Helm Master EX, the industry’s first fully integrated control system designed for single outboard applications, won in the outboard motor category and its Phase Angle Control Charging System won in the electrical systems category. The awards were presented at the Opening Session and Awards Presentation. Five BWI judges with various technical backgrounds in boating selected the new product winners.

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Yamaha Motor Reinforces Commitment to Workforce Development through Pledge to America’s Workers

POSTED 9/25/2020

Newnan, Ga. – Sep. 25, 2020 – Yamaha Motor reinforced its commitment to workforce development within its U.S. manufacturing facilities through the President’s Pledge to America’s Workers. Mike Chrzanowski, President of Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation (YMMC), and Ben Speciale, President of Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, signed the pledge during a visit from U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt at YMMC’s Newnan, Ga. facility, where the company assembles golf cars, personal watercraft, and ROVs.
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“Get in the Hunt” Offers Yamaha Outboard Repower Customers Zero Down, Rates as Low as 3.99 Percent APR for up to 180 Months*

POSTED 9/15/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – Sept. 15, 2020 – The “Get in the Hunt” offer from Yamaha Marine gives customers continued incentive to purchase new Yamaha four-stroke outboards between Sept. 15, 2020, and Nov. 6, 2020.

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Potomac Riverkeeper Network Gains Support from Yamaha Rightwaters™

POSTED 9/8/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – Sept. 8, 2020 – The Potomac Riverkeeper Network has a new 4.2-liter, 225-horsepower outboard for its Parker patrol boat thanks to support from Yamaha Rightwaters™. The organization will use the boat for pollution surveillance and to take water samples of the Potomac River, which provides drinking water for approximately seven million people.
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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Powers Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful Work Boat

POSTED 8/11/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – August 11, 2020 – Yamaha Rightwaters joined forces with Anderson Marine to re-power Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful’s (KTNRB’s) 25-foot aluminum work boat with a V MAX SHO^® 90 outboard. The organization, which works to preserve, improve and protect the 652-mile Tennessee River, will use the boat and outboard for cleanup missions during scheduled volunteer events going forward.

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Dustin Bearden of Sunshine Boats and Motors is First to Complete Yamaha Marine Apprentice Program

POSTED 8/6/2020

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – August 6, 2020 –Sunshine Boats and Motors, in conjunction with Yamaha Marine, announced today that Dustin Bearden is the first apprentice to successfully complete the Yamaha Marine Apprentice Program (YMAP) offered through Yamaha Marine University™ (YMU). YMAP includes 4,000 hours of comprehensive, hands-on Yamaha outboard technician training supported by an online platform.

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“Repower with Yamaha” Offers Customers Zero Down, Rates as Low as 3.99 Percent APR for up to 180 Months*

POSTED 8/3/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – August 3, 2020 – The “Repower with Yamaha” offer from Yamaha Marine gives customers great incentives to purchase new Yamaha four-stroke outboards between Aug. 1, 2020, and Sept. 4, 2020.

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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Supports Conch Republic Marine Army

POSTED 7/17/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – July 17, 2020 – Yamaha Rightwaters™ helped the Conch Republic Marine Army secure a new Yamaha 225 four-stroke outboard to power a vessel the organization is currently using for cleanup missions in the Florida Keys.
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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Sponsors Dive during South Carolina Seven Expedition

POSTED 6/29/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – June 29, 2020 – Yamaha Rightwaters™ will sponsor a blackwater dive in the Cooper River near Charleston on July 29 as part of the South Carolina Seven (SC7), a first-of-its-kind expedition across the Palmetto State showcasing its unique natural beauty while raising greater awareness of environmental threats (resulting from disastrous storms and flooding) to the most vulnerable areas of the state.
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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Sustainability Initiative Marks One-Year Anniversary

POSTED 6/12/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – June 12, 2020 – Yamaha Rightwaters™ marks its one-year anniversary this week, a milestone that coincides with 2020 World Oceans Day^® and Capitol Hill Ocean Week. Serving as the umbrella for all of Yamaha Marine’s sustainability projects, Yamaha Rightwaters champions environmental stewardship and supports marine habitat restoration, invasive species control and scientific research. The mission of the initiative is to improve the quality of boating and fishing waters, and ensure a healthy marine ecosystem for generations to come.
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Yamaha’s CommandBlue™ Philosophy Guides New Marine Product Development

POSTED 6/9/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – June 9, 2020 – Yamaha Marine today introduced CommandBlue™, a philosophy that represents the company’s commitment to move engineering development into the realm of the customer, ultimately delivering products that are easier to use and create greater satisfaction and confidence on the water.

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Ben Speciale Earns Industry’s Highest Conservation Honor

POSTED 5/18/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – May 18, 2020 – Yamaha Marine announced today that Ben Speciale, President of Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit, is the 2020 recipient of the Eddie Smith Manufacturer of the Year award presented by the Center for Sportfishing Policy™. Established in 2012, the award honors extraordinary commitment to conservation by manufacturers.

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Yamaha Marine’s “Spring Savings Sales Event” Adds Value through June 15

POSTED 5/15/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – May 15, 2020 – Yamaha Marine announced today the “Spring Savings” outboard sales event. Valid from May 15, 2020, to June 15, 2020, the promotion provides consumers one of two sales incentives depending on the model purchased.

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Yamaha Marine’s New “Repower with Reliability” Promotion Offers Customers Zero Down, Zero Payments and Zero Interest for 180 Days*

POSTED 5/15/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – May 15, 2020 – Yamaha Marine’s new “Repower with Reliability” promotion gives consumers more great reasons to choose Yamaha four-stroke outboards this season.

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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Applauds Frazier, Elliott and Davis for B.A.S.S. Conservation Director of the Year Recognitions

POSTED 4/17/2020

Birmingham, Ala. – April 17, 2020 – On March 7, 2020, B.A.S.S.^® made an unprecedented move to name three individuals, Bill Frazier, Barb Elliott and Jake Davis, Conservation Directors of the Year. Recognized for their outstanding service and leadership to their state, region or the B.A.S.S Nation, Fraizer, Elliott and Davis accepted the honors during the B.A.S.S. Conservation Summit Awards Banquet, sponsored by Yamaha Rightwaters, which took place in conjunction with the 50^th Anniversary of the Bassmaster Classic^®.

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Yamaha U.S. Manufacturing Subsidiaries Update Production Status Amid COVID-19 Situation

POSTED 4/3/2020

Kennesaw, Ga. – April 3, 2020 – Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.’s U.S.-based manufacturing subsidiaries gave production updates as each entity continues to work to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Actions to be taken by each subsidiary include furloughs, staff reductions, and in cases where regulations and conditions allow, a return to limited production to support essential businesses. All Yamaha U.S.-based manufacturing subsidiaries previously announced paused production on March 23, 2020.

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Yamaha Extends “Reliable Choice Sales Event” Outboard Retail Promotion Through April 30, 2020

POSTED 4/2/2020

KENNESAW, Ga., April 2, 2020 — Yamaha Marine is announcing the continuation of its “Reliable Choice Sales Event” outboard retail promotion through April 30, 2020, to give consumers additional opportunities to save.

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Production to Pause at Yamaha U.S. Manufacturing Subsidiaries

POSTED 3/23/2020

Kennesaw, GA – March 23, 2020 – All of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.’s U.S.-based manufacturing subsidiaries have decided to pause production in response to the increase in COVID-19 infections nationwide.

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Yamaha and Skeeter Provide SX230 Center Console Boat to Florida State University Coastal and Marine Lab

POSTED 3/16/2020

Birmingham, Ala. – March 16, 2020 – Yamaha Marine and Skeeter Boats provided a Skeeter SX230 center console boat powered by a Yamaha V MAX SHO^® 250 outboard to the Florida State University (FSU) Coastal and Marine Laboratory at the fiftieth annual Bassmaster Classic^®, March 8, 2020. The lab will use the boat, sponsored by the Yamaha Rightwaters^™ initiative, to study the effects of the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill on oyster habitats in the Gulf of Mexico and Apalachicola Bay.

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Yamaha Marine Names Duane Kuck 2020 Marine Industry Champion

POSTED 2/14/2020

Miami, Fla. – Feb. 14, 2020 – Duane Kuck, CEO, Regal Boats, became the first annual recipient of the Yamaha Marine Industry Champion award on Thurs., Feb. 13, during the 2020 Miami International Boat Show^®. The award recognizes individuals who work tirelessly to protect, encourage and grow the marine industry. Kuck’s immediate and unwavering support of the relief efforts in the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian and his advocacy efforts highlight his commitment to boating, fishing and communities that foster life on the water.

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Yamaha Recognized for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction

POSTED 2/14/2020

MIAMI, Fla., February 14, 2020 — At the Miami International Boat Show^®today Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business accepted the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA^®) CSI Award for excellence in customer satisfaction in five categories including Outboard Engine, WaveRunner® personal watercraft, and Jet Boat as well as Yamaha’s boat companies Skeeter^® and G3^® Boats. Yamaha has received this award for its Outboard Engine category every year since the award’s inception in 2001, an achievement no other outboard manufacturer can claim.

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Yamaha Offers Incentive Coupons during 2020 Miami International Boat Show®

POSTED 2/13/2020

Miami, Fla. – Feb. 13, 2020 – Yamaha Marine is offering incentive coupons to qualified customers who take demo rides on boats equipped with Yamaha Helm Master^®integrated boat control system or on boats powered by Yamaha V6 Offshore outboards during the 2020 Miami International Boat Show^®. Outboards eligible for coupon redemption include new Yamaha F300, F250 and F225s in twin, triple or quad configuration. Helm Master demo coupons are also eligible for redemption with new Yamaha F150, F175 and F200 outboards in twin configurations.

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Yamaha Marine Expands Technical School Partnership Program

POSTED 2/7/2020

Hot Springs, Ark. – Feb. 6, 2020 – Yamaha expanded its Technical School Partnership program in Ark. with the grand opening of National Park College’s (NPC) new Marine Technology building, Jan. 30. The 7,500-square-foot facility includes a classroom and workshop space for students to train with the latest marine technology.

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Charleston Water Taxi Owners Specify Yamaha V8 XTO Offshore® Power for Daniel Island Ferry

POSTED 1/29/2020

Charleston, S.C. – Jan. 29, 2020 – Charleston Water Taxi Co-Owner Chip Deaton, who logged between 6,800 and 10,000 trouble-free hours* with Yamaha F150 and F200 outboards, has decided on Yamaha V8 XTO Offshore outboards for the 40-passenger Daniel Island Ferry. The Yamaha-powered catamaran, “Indigo,” offers daily service from Daniel Island to Charleston’s downtown Waterfront Park.

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Special Notice: Yamaha Financial Services FAQ

POSTED 1/24/2020

On January 11, 2020, Yamaha Financial Services transferred several thousand accounts from Synchrony Financial to a new Servicer, Vervant. During the data transfer process, incorrect account numbers were communicated to the customers in their welcome letter. Payment information is still being transferred, reviewed and validated. Our team is working diligently on manually updating these details to ensure accuracy; however, this process is taking longer than initially anticipated.

We apologize for the delayed service. Please be assured that no late charges will be assessed, and no adverse credit reporting will occur until these issues are resolved.
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Yamaha Marine Kicks Off New Year with “Reliable Choice” Sales Event

POSTED 1/2/2020

KENNESAW, Ga., Jan. 2, 2020 — For a limited time, Yamaha Marine’s “Reliable Choice” sales event, which launched today, allows customers who purchase eligible, new Yamaha four-stroke outboards in the 2.5- to 300-horsepower range the choice of either a dealer credit of up to $1,500 based on MSRP, or the opportunity to add two years of Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.) to their three-year Yamaha Limited Warranty for a total of five years of coverage at no additional cost.

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Yamaha Marine Announces Unprecedented Payout Amounts for Power Pay Contingency Program

POSTED 10/29/2019

KENNESAW, Ga. - Oct. 29, 2019 — On the heels of launching Yamaha Power Pay, the first contingency program for Yamaha-powered anglers, Yamaha Marine announced today unprecedented cash bonus opportunities for anglers competing in B.A.S.S.^® tournaments.

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Yamaha’s New Power Pay Program Rewards Anglers for Tournament Placement

POSTED 10/22/2019

KENNESAW, Ga. - Oct. 22, 2019 — Yamaha Marine today announced a new contingency program that provides a cash bonus to Yamaha anglers who place in sanctioned salt and freshwater tournaments. The new program, Power Pay, yamahapowerpay.com, gives anglers not currently under a supported contract with Yamaha, or its subsidiaries, the opportunity to receive compensation for running eligible Yamaha outboards.

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U.S. Department of Commerce Honors Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers Inc. for Investment in the State of Indiana

POSTED 10/17/2019

Indianapolis, Ind. – Oct. 17, 2019 – Ian Steff, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Manufacturing at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration, presented Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers Incorporated (YPPI) with a certificate of appreciation today honoring the company’s investment in the state of Indiana. The certificate recognizes YPPI as an international company making a significant contribution to the state’s economy.

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Yamaha Marine Announces “Why Wait for Spring” Sales Event

POSTED 10/2/2019

KENNESAW, Ga. – Oct. 2, 2019 – Yamaha Marine’s “Why Wait for Spring” sales event gives customers a great way to add even more value to new, eligible Yamaha four-stroke outboard purchases from Oct. 1, 2019, through Nov. 26, 2019.

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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Sponsors Bobby Lane Kids Fishing and Conservation Clinic

POSTED 7/24/2019

LAKE WALES, Fla., July 24, 2019 – Yamaha Rightwaters™, Yamaha Marine’s national sustainability initiative, sponsored Yamaha Pro Angler Bobby Lane’s “Kids Fishing and Conservation Clinic” at Camp Mack in Lake Wales, Fla., July 13. During the event, Yamaha Rightwaters representatives led a plastic bottle cleanup campaign and attendees collected more than 1,000 plastic bottles, which a local Boy Scouts of America troop sent off for recycling.
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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Supports NOAA Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

POSTED 7/22/2019

KENNESAW, Ga., July 22, 2019 – Yamaha Marine recently donated two F300 outboards to Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, which will power the group’s research vessel Shark Cat during expeditions in the 2019 season. Support for the national marine sanctuary is an activity of Yamaha Rightwaters™, a sustainability program that encompasses all of Yamaha Marine’s conservation and water quality efforts. Continue Reading

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Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers, Inc., Breaks Ground on New Greenfield Facility

POSTED 7/8/2019

GREENFIELD, In., July 8, 2019 - Yamaha Marine Precision Propellers (YPPI), Inc. broke ground today on a new 54,000 square foot manufacturing facility on five of 28 acres in Greenfield, Ind. The company’s expansion is slated to add 30 new jobs and increase total manufacturing output by 67 percent.

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Yamaha Marine Working with Clearwater Mills to Prevent Marine Pollution

POSTED 6/27/2019

Kennesaw, Ga. – June 27, 2019 -- Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit and Clearwater Mills, L.L.C. of Pasadena, Md., agreed today to jointly design a device for removing plastics and other floating debris from coastal stormwater systems. Yamaha plans to deploy the device as part of its Yamaha Rightwaters™ sustainability campaign, a national program focused on water, which includes conservation, habitat restoration and projects to reduce marine debris.
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Yamaha Rightwaters™ Sustainability Initiative Bows on World Oceans Day

POSTED 6/14/2019

Kennesaw, Ga. – June 14, 2019 – Yamaha Marine officially launched Yamaha Rightwaters on World Oceans Day last Saturday with a public service project that targeted the Georgia coast and collected 2.3 tons of debris. The local effort is just the beginning of a far-reaching national sustainability program for the Georgia-based Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit.
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Yamaha Marine Sponsors Jimmy Johnson’s “Quest for the Ring”

POSTED 7/27/2017

The three-year agreement names Yamaha the Exclusive Powered-by and the Official Outboard Sponsor of the tournament week, which includes the Jimmy Johnson’s National Billfish Championship and the Jimmy Johnson Celebrity Pro-Am tournament. Both take place in Key Largo, Fla., March 7-10, 2018, hosted primarily at Jimmy Johnson’s Big Chill at MM104.