New language has been added to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Marine Guide. The new language offers a more accurate value on listings of new non-current boats. This addition is in response to the issue of banks devaluing new non-current boats as a result of consulting pre-owned listings in the NADA Marine Guide. When [...]

Compact pontoon manufacturer Apex Marine has partnered with WeatherMax 80 from Safety Components for its standard bimini tops, optional enclosures and mooring covers. Apex cited performance characteristics, color matching and affordability as the reason for the partnership.

The TMI Group acquired the assets of PVC manufacturer KoroKlear. With the acquisition of KoroKlear, TMI can expand its position as the largest manufacturer and supplier of flexible PVC in the United States. This is TMI’s third acquisition in two years.

Polyester producer Unifi, headquartered in Greensboro, N.C., has expanded its operations to Central America. With its base established in El Salvador, Unifi Central America can serve customers in the region with quicker response time, more flexibility and accessibility.

Marine displays manufacturer Nauticomp appointed Wickes Marine to represent the company’s products on the U.S. east coast from Maine through the Carolinas. Nauticomp’s product line includes sunlight readable displays covered by bonded glass displays. Wickes Marine has represented leading marine equipment suppliers since 1985.

Intercoastal Inc., parent company to APEX Inflatable Boats, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Filings came after litigation between Intercoastal and Armco Mfg. Inc. Armco alleges it sent manufacturing equipment to Intercoastal’s Costa Rican plant in 2006 as part of a deal to have Intercoastal produce Armco products, but Intercoastal never delivered the agreed upon products.

Adhesives manufacturer Adchem and grommet manufacturer Rivets Unlimited have joined forces to become one company. There has been no change in ownership. Holding company Adfast Corp. cites better service to customers as the reason for the consolidation.

The 2010 Rowley Co. catalog includes more than 400 new items for designing, fabricating and installing home décor items. Prices have been lowered on more than 150 items. Request catalogs at ww.rowleycompany.com.

A new report finds that economic prosperity increases with manufacturing. However, pro-growth policies are required to create jobs and remain globally competitive. The future of the boating industry is dependent on the acceleration and strengthening of manufacturing production in the United States. The report, “Manufacturing Resurgence—A Must for U.S. Prosperity,” was released on Jan. 21 [...]

Arthur Alden “Artie” Osborne, 77, died Jan. 23 in his home surrounded by family. Osborne, a member of the Marine Fabricators Association, was a lifelong resident of Sunapee, N.H., and a U.S. Army veteran. In his life, Osborne took over Osborne’s Garage and Marine, the family business, which eventually became known as Sunapee Canvas Works. [...]