‘We’ll Get Through This’
With the COVID-19 pandemic gripping the industry, Viking CEO Pat Healey addressed his company’s strategy to “come out stronger.”
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Public Company News
Marine Products Corp., the parent of Chaparral and Robalo, suspends manufacturing, and BMO Capital Markets moves Brunswick and Malibu stock ratings to “perform.”
Dealers: How has coronavirus affected your businesses?
This month’s Pulse Report survey looks at cash flow in light of business shutdowns.
Crisis Management
There are several resources that can help businesses during the pandemic, from avoiding scammers to applying for the Paycheck Protection Program to reducing stress with Keep America Fishing.
Sea Pro to open new South Carolina facility
More than $3 million is being invested into a facility for Sea Pro models larger than 24 feet.
Camping World to close former Gander Mountain retail stores by end of January
The shuttering of 32 “outdoor lifestyle locations,” intended to compete with West Marine and Bass Pro Shops, marks the end of Camping World as a retail competitor in fishing and boating.
Helm of the Future
Sea Ray redefines the glass helm at the Consumer Electronics Show with an intuitive display that will eventually include speech and gesture recognition.
Features
Evolving Aftermarket
An ever-changing marine landscape has inspired some novel business solutions.
Show Stoppers
The bass-fishing craze has manufacturers re-examining how they launch new product.
Downstream Effects of Upstream Tariffs
Their impacts vary widely, but they do seem to ripple to most parts of the industry.
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Columns/Blogs
Dealers: How has coronavirus impacted your business?
This month’s Pulse survey drills down into retailer cash flow in light of business shutdowns.
Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right
Jeff Moser on why we should trust our gut and not think twice.
Access to waterways is ‘essential’
In the fight against coronavirus, marine trade associations are stepping up for their members so boats can continue to be a respite.
MBIA’s Novi show industry’s big test today
Officials remain optimistic in the face of the threat of the Corona virus.