MINNEAPOLIS — Nov. 17 — The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas announces three new partners in Platinum Partner Chaparral / Robalo (Marine Products Corporation) and both Indmar Products, Inc., and the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) as Partner Members.
“MRAA is pleased to add these three outstanding partners to our membership list,” said Allison Gruhn, Director of Business Development. “Adding renowned members to our esteemed membership community lets us deliver on our to serve as the voice of the marine dealer across North America.”
Chaparral / Robalo
Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) manufactures fiberglass motorized boats distributed and marketed through its independent dealer network. Marine Products’ product offerings include Chaparral luxury sterndrive and outboard pleasure boats, outboard sportdeck boats, Vortex jet boats and Robalo outboard sport fishing boats.
“Chaparral and Robalo Boats are proud to be a Platinum Partner with MRAA,” said Ann Baldree, Senior Vice President. “We value our relationships with our dealers and as an organization MRAA provides valuable support and training for marine dealers. MRAA has a successful and proven track record of advancing the education, training and certifications of marine dealers. We support and appreciate all of their efforts to ensure our customers are served by exceptionally trained and qualified dealers.
Incorporated in 2000, the company sells its products to a network of 170 domestic and 86 international independent authorized dealers. Marine Products’ mission is to enhance its customers’ boating experience by providing them with high quality, innovative powerboats. The Company intends to remain a leading manufacturer of recreational powerboats for sale to a broad range of consumers worldwide.
Indmar Products, Inc.
“The relationship an owner has with his or her local dealer is integral to the success of Indmar,” said Chuck Rowe, President of Indmar Marine Engines. “That’s why we personally train and certify each of our authorized dealers service technicians. We are committed to our dealer network and believe in building long-term profitable partnerships with each of our dealers. Our strategic alliance with the MRAA further supports our internal efforts, our network of dealers and the industry as a whole.”
Indmar Marine Engines is a privately held manufacturer of gasoline inboard marine engines. Indmar offers a suite of innovative gasoline inboard marine engines that are engineered specifically for severe applications in a marine environment and have the capability and durability to accommodate all boating activities on a wide variety of vessels. From inboard marine engines and jet propulsion to an industry-leading assortment of 98% American Made parts and service products – some of the most recognized brands in wake and jet boats make up Indmar’s portfolio. Indmar works closely with each of its boat building partners on everything from product development to marine dealer solutions.
RBFF
The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) is a national, non-profit organization that has been leading the drive for over 20 years – in partnership with industry and government, and through its brands Take Me Fishing and Vamos A Pescar – to increase participation in recreational boating and fishing, thereby helping to conserve and restore our country’s aquatic natural resources.
RBFF’s devoted work directly impacts the industry on many levels, including producing a stronger market, customer growth, improved sales and higher revenues for industry stakeholders and enhanced support for state and federal agencies in the form of more fishing license sales, boat registrations and critical conservation initiatives. Its award-winning campaigns Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ websites feature how-to videos and an interactive state-by-state map that allows visitors to find local boating and fishing spots. The website also features online resources and a media center to help stakeholders foster awareness of boating, fishing and conservation and to educate people about the benefits of participation.
“RBFF is delighted to become an MRAA partner member,” said Frank Peterson, RBFF President and CEO. “It is an essential step in achieving our mission to increase participation in fishing and boating as it provides us with the opportunity to support boating industry stakeholders with tools and information to grow their own brands. We believe this partnership will strengthen our ties, ultimately benefiting the whole fishing and boating industry.”
These businesses join an expansive lineup of boat manufacturers, vendors and suppliers who support the efforts of the MRAA through partnership. To learn more about becoming a Partner Member, along with a full menu of partner benefits, click here.
About the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas
At the Marine Retailers Association of the Americas, we believe that for the marine industry to thrive, the retail organizations that interact with the boaters in their community must thrive. With that in mind, MRAA works to create a strong and healthy boating industry by uniting those retailers, providing them with opportunities for improvement and growth, and representing them with a powerful voice. For more information, visit MRAA.com or contact us at 763-315-8043.
About Marine Products Corporation
Marine Products Corporation (NYSE: MPX) is a leading manufacturer of fiberglass boats under three brand names: Chaparral, Robalo and Vortex. Chaparral’s sterndrive models include SSi and SSX, along with the Chaparral Surf Series. Chaparral’s outboard offerings include various models, such as OSX Luxury Sportboats, the 257 SSX, and SunCoast Sportdecks. Robalo builds an array of outboard sport fishing boats, which include center consoles, dual consoles and Cayman Bay Boat models. Chaparral also offers jet powered boats under the Vortex brand name. The Company continues to diversify its product lines through product innovation. With premium brands, a solid capital structure, and a strong independent dealer network, Marine Products Corporation is prepared to capitalize on opportunities to increase its market share and to generate superior financial performance to build long-term shareholder value. For more information on Marine Products Corporation visit our website at MarineProductsCorp.com.
About Indmar Marine Engines
Indmar is the world’s largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline powered inboard marine engines. Indmar has a pedigree going back over 49 years in the inboard marine industry and a proud tradition of pointing the way forward. Indmar was the first inboard manufacturer to deliver fuel injection, custom calibrated engines and the first to produce an inboard engine with a catalyzed exhaust; which is now the industry standard. Today, this legendary brand delivers an inimitable mix of unrivaled performance, meticulous craftsmanship and ground breaking innovations – charting a course for others to follow, yet leaving the competition behind. Indmar operates advanced manufacturing facilities in the U.S. with distributing centers in Millington, TN, Merced, CA, Clarkston, WA and Nowra, Australia. For more information, please visit www.indmar.com.
About the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF)
RBFF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase recreational angling and boating participation, thereby protecting and restoring the nation’s aquatic natural resources. RBFF’s 60 in 60 effort strives to attract 60 million anglers to the sport by the end of 2021. To help recruit, retain and reactivate participants, RBFF developed the award-winning Take Me Fishing™ and Vamos A Pescar™ campaigns to build awareness of boating, fishing, and conservation and educate people about the benefits of participation. The campaign websites feature how-to-videos and an interactive state-by-state map that allows visitors to find local boating and fishing spots, helping boaters and anglers of all ages and experience levels learn, plan, and equip for a successful day on the water. RBFF also offers its industry stakeholders many tools including a Fishing License & Boat Registration Plugin to connect their customers with the information they need in just one click, as well as an embeddable Places to Fish & Boat Map to help their customers discover places to fish and boat near them. For more information about the RBFF visit: www.takemefishing.org/corporate/.
