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.
With strong global demand in all its business segments, Brunswick Corp. reported another stellar quarter, posting a 57 percent jump in net sales.
The online marketplace for marine parts, accessories and electronics posted $25 million in sales over the last year.
The builder saw gains in its boat and luxury-home sectors and made several acquisitions, including a majority stake in Dream Yacht Group.
The fabricator of aluminum boat lifts and aluminum and concrete floating docks adds 18,000 square feet to its Fort Myers, Fla., headquarters.
The boat rental marketplace site teams with Disney’s Jungle Cruise for a contest to win a boat trip or movie tickets.
The manufacturers’ representatives add industry vet Brain Steele.
Set to open its borders to fully vaccinated U.S. residents next month, our neighbor to the north could be facing a strike by Canadian border guards and customs officials. Plus, the Great Lakes welcomes a newly designated marine sanctuary.
