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Commerce Twp., Mich., July 23, 2025 – The 68th annual Progressive Detroit Boat Show is moving from Huntington Place in Detroit to the Suburban Collection Showplace (SCS) in Novi for its 2026 event, which will run February 12 – 15, 2026. This move is a result of the North American International Auto Show pushing their...

For Immediate Release Contact: Nicki Polan, Executive Director P: 734.261.0123. ext. 4 – E: npolan@mbia.org   Amanda Wendecker, VP of Marketing P: 734.261.0123, ext. 3 – E: awendecker@mbia.org   Commerce Twp., Mich., May 6, 2025 – With spring launch underway in Michigan, and National Safe Boating Week quickly approaching, May 17-23, 2025 - the summer...

Boat owners around the state have been receiving Letters of Inquiry Concerning Michigan Taxes.  These letters are stating that the owners owe additional tax for the purchase of their vessel.  The head of the Discovery and Tax Enforcement Division in the Treasury Department has verified that these letters are not a scam and are legitimate...

For Immediate Release Contact: Nicki Polan, Executive Director P: 734.261.0123. ext. 4 – E: npolan@mbia.org Amanda Wendecker, VP of Marketing P: 734.261.0123, ext. 3 – E: awendecker@mbia.org   MBIA promotes boating safety on MI waters for National Safe Boating Week Commerce Twp., Mich., May 6, 2024 – With spring launch underway in Michigan, and National...

First Michigan detection of invasive hydrilla triggers response October 02, 2023 Aquatic plant found in two West Michigan ponds Hydrilla, considered one of the world's most invasive aquatic plants, has been detected for the first time in Michigan. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy confirmed two small populations of the plant in adjacent...

Michigan Economic Center Update The Beating Heart of the Great Lakes Our work to help more people, in more places, find economic opportunity for themselves and security for their families—as well as a rich and satisfying life in a thriving community—begins right here in Michigan. That is why we are so proud to share our...

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Boating Safety Education is key to a safe and fun summer on the water and it can get you a free ticket to the Progressive Novi Boat Show -  Nicki Polan, Executive Director, Michigan Boating Industries Association Spring is nearly here and that means boat launching is right around the corner. It’s time to start...

Electric boats expected to make a splash in Michigan this year By  Jack Timothy Harrison | February 3, 2023 X Shore An X Shore electric boat By JACK TIMOTHY HARRISON Capital News Service LANSING – Boat retailers and the industry are preparing for what could be a pivotal year for electric boats in the state. Given improvements in...