EMS acquires Tigress

Published On: October 23, 2015Categories: Industry News, News

Eastern Metal Supply (EMS), a Lake Worth, Fla.-based national distributor of aluminum extrusions and sheet products, has purchased Tigress Trading Co. Inc. and Tigress Specialty Metals Products Manufacturing Inc.

With facilities in the Fort Lauderdale, Fla., area, Tigress manufactures and distributes a diverse product line including rod holders, outriggers and accessories, kite fishing tackle, antenna mounts, lighting, chair accessories and precision engineered sports fishing equipment. EMS’ current marine products including anodized pads, hardware, BDA pipe, rod holders, electronic boxes and lights. The acquisition strengthens the company’s foothold in the saltwater sports fishing industry.

Source: EMS