Marina News and Strategy

"Marina Dock Age:" On Selling a Marina

"There are some things that marina owners need to consider before they put out the 'for sale' sign." Read the article in Marina Dock Age.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
April 6, 2022

Suntex Marinas Completes Transition with Westrec Marinas

Suntex, owner and operator of national marina properties, has completed its integration with Westrec Marinas, following the recent announcement of the merger of the two companies.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
April 4, 2022

BIG Marina Improvements Funded Throughout the U.S.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s multi-million-dollar Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) program will aid marina management by funding construction, renovation, and maintenance of marinas and other boating facilities in 20 U.S. states.

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on
April 1, 2022

Brunswick Publishes Sustainability Report & Hires Chief Sustainability Officer

In addition to publishing its 2021 Sustainability Report, Brunswick Corp. has announced that Jennifer Koenig (left) has joined the company as chief sustainability officer.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
March 30, 2022

Michigan Marina Business Acquired by Safe Harbor Marinas

Safe Harbor Marinas recently announced its purchase of Michigan’s family-owned Tower Marina and Saugatuck Yacht Service. 

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
March 30, 2022

Florida Keys Resort and Marina Properties Acquired

The Procaccianti Companies announced the acquisitions of three resort properties in the Florida Keys—Parmer's Resort & Marina on Little Torch Key, and the Hadley House and Fisher Inn in Islamorada, Florida.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
March 18, 2022

Rayglass Releases First RIB with Twin Mercury V12 Verados

Rayglass announced the release of a custom Protector 410 Targa fitted with twin Mercury V12 Verados. Each engine boasts a massive 7.6-litre displacement and 600 hp, giving the RIB a total of 1200 hp.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
March 11, 2022

OneWater Marine to Acquire Denison Yachting

In 2021, Denison recorded sales exceeding $80 million. With the acquisition, OneWater will add 21 locations across seven states.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
March 3, 2022

Three Brunswick Women Leaders Selected for the Manufacturing Institute STEP Award

Brunswick Corporation announced that three company leaders have been selected among 100 recipients to receive the 2022 Women in Manufacturing STEP (Science, Technology, Engineering and Production) Ahead Award from the Manufacturing Institute.

By
Joe Healy
on
March 1, 2022

MRAA Releases Service Department Survey Results

The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA), in collaboration with VRZ Consulting, released the results of a comprehensive, marine industry service department study. The survey results, which featured insights from more than 260 marine service departments, outlines some of the challenges dealerships face in repairing boats more quickly. Matt Gruhn, MRAA president, is seen here.

By
Joe Healy, joseph.healy@dockwa.com
on
March 1, 2022

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