Founded in 1964, the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association represents all aspects of the marine industry. Our membership companies and organizations are dedicated to the growth in recreational boating and the creation of jobs for our industry in an environmentally friendly, safe and responsible way.
Boats Work For RI BigSuccess At Providence Boat Show
As part of the Providence Boat Show at the Rhode Island Convention Center, the RI Marine Trades Association featured a Roundtable Discussion on opening day plus a RIMTA Pavilion presenting the new “Boats Work for RI” initiative (see boatsworkri.com)The discussion topic was “The Future of Jobs in the Marine Industry” here in Rhode Island and what the industry means to the Rhode Island economic community.
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Heartland Payment Systems is proud to be RIMTA’s preferred provider for credit card processing. As a member of RIMTA, Heartland offers you special pricing and a three-year rate guarantee. With Heartland, you get a full suite of payments solutions – from card processing to payroll and check management services – plus the backing of a strong advocate for your business. From fair deal, fully disclosed transparent pricing to educating you about risks and unethical practices, we look out for your marine trade business.Add this to our local field sales and servicing organization – payments professionals who are right around the corner … 24/7/365 live customer service team … proprietary, advanced technology that drives costs down – and you have a payments provider you can trust as your business partner.
To learn more, click on our logo, or call Kevin Mahoney locally 401.241.7361 or Heartland Payment Systems 1.866.941.1HPS (1477).
Heartland is the founding supporter of The Merchant Bill of Rights, a public advocacy initiative that educates merchants about fair credit/debit card processing practices. For more information, visit MerchantBillOfRights.com.
RIMTA partnership with Staples Business AdvantageWe are proud to announce our “new” strategic partnership with Staples Business Advantage.
Members of RIMTA can conveniently order office supplies through Staples Business Advantage’s award-winning Website, www.stapleslink.com and qualify for business discounts on more than 30,000 products.
Mandatory Training for Members of the RIMTA Safety Group
We are pleased to present the following safety training seminars as part of the criteria to be a member of The Beacon Mutual Insurance Company RIMTA Safety Group. More
CRMC Clean Marina Program
The RI Coastal Resources Management Council has developed a Clean Marina Program with the RI Marine Trades Association, RI Department of Environmental Management, EPA and Save The Bay to protect the state’s coastal waters and benefit the marina industry in Rhode Island. These groups held a series of public workshops during 2006 in an effort to educate the public and industry members on the program.
Report on the Sales Tax Repeal 2007
This report has been generated every two years since 1992 and is a continuing follow up on the effects of the repeal of the sales and use tax on boats sold in Rhode Island.
Our goals include:
TO PROMOTE mutual confidence and cooperation among persons engaged in the Marine Industry
TO EXCHANGE trade information
TO WORK for harmonious traded relations
TO PROMOTE any and all activities relative to the Marine Industry and to oppose any and all adverse legislation
TO PROMOTE marine facilities and to work with other organizations such as the Coast Guard, the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and the United States Power Squadrons in providing better and safer boating in Rhode Island waters
TO OFFER guidance, instructions and general assistance to the boat owner, particularly the newcomer
TO DO such lawful acts as may be deemed beneficial to those engaged in any phase of the boating business.
