Quick Facts

Houseboat Industry Association Quick Facts
 
The HIA was established as a National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) affiliate in 2001. HIA represents the interests of the houseboat industry in legislative and regulatory concerns, promotes NMMA certification to boost consumer confidence, and promotes strong lines of communication with other organizations closely involved with boating safety and standards development.
 
HIA Chair: Matt Harvey, Fun Country Marine
HIA Vice-Chair: Pat Duggan, Merrimac Marine Insurance
NMMA Contact: Bernice McArdle, Director, Accessory Division and Affiliates
 
NMMA: National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) is the leading association representing the recreational boating industry. NMMA member companies produce over 80 percent of the boats, engines, trailers, accessories and gear used by boaters and anglers in the United States. The association is dedicated to industry growth through programs in public policy, market research and data, product quality assurance and marketing communications.
 

NMMA Certified Houseboat Manufacturers:

Click here for a full listing of NMMA certified boat manufacturers (www.nmma.org/certification)
 
HOUSEBOAT SALES ESTIMATES
Source: NMMA New Powerboat Registrations Report/Statistical Surveys, Inc.
  
Year
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
Quantity
485
632
677
696
674
611
511
524
450
530
420