U.S.-based yacht manufacturer Palmer Johnson is closing its operations in Hampshire, U.K., a move that will cost 110 jobs.
And the company's plans to build a boatyard on the former VT site in Southampton, which would create 800 jobs, are in limbo, the Daily Echo newspaper reports.
The marine-industry conglomerate aims to protect employees and their communities against Covid-19.
This summer, the builder and its new investor plan to reveal a five-year innovation and strategic plan.
Online voting is open in the US Harbors competition for the best U.S. harbor.
The 45-year industry veteran was marine group president for Wells Fargo Distribution Finance.
The Indiana-based company continues its strategy of growth through acquisitions.
The groups are offering the service during safety events, or boaters can conduct the inspection using an online guide.
A positive jobs report, 3 million vaccinations per day and consumer confidence point toward economic recovery.
