Foresight Research announced findings from a study that measured which marketing channels had the most influence on consumers’ decision to purchase a new boat. The findings are the result of interviews among 3,295 boat buyers who purchased a boat during the last 18 months, ending August 2010. For consumers who attended a boat show, the [...]

In August, Spader Business Management found that new boat sales in August, for dealers tracked by Spader, were down by 3.9 percent, compared to new boat sales last year. Dealers reported a net operating profit of 4.1 percent in 2010, compared to a net operating profit of 2.1 percent a year ago. Total dealership sales [...]

Frank J. Mummolo was appointed president and chief executive officer of TMI. Mummolo comes to TMI after serving as founder and managing director of Philadelphia-based MCA Consulting Services Inc. At TMI, Mummolo will set overall strategic direction to include: leading the company into new markets, increasing market share in existing markets, overseeing the development of [...]

This fabric was selected for its ability to blend with the other elements. Winter is here and many shops have been shoveling snow. How could that be good for the boat repair business? Well, if you have been planning ahead, it means good things. Throughout the year, as customers come into our shop [...]

Linda Delgado, MFC, Needle Loft of Texas, was recognized by the Industrial Fabrics Association International board of directors for her lifetime commitment to the industry by receiving the coveted Honored Life Member designation. She was nominated by Katie Bradford, MFC, IFM, of Custom Marine Canvas, and was honored at IFAI Expo Americas in October. Delgado [...]

Trican Corp., a distributor of awnings and high-performance specialty outdoor fabrics in Canada, has undertaken a company rebranding, including the launch of a new website. About a year ago, Trican began the process of rebranding publicly with a new logo, new website and incorporating the use of social media.

Glennon “Glenn” J. Boresi is the new general manager of MarChem CFI in New Haven, Mo. He brings 25 years of experience and impressive credentials to the position, having a balanced background in sales, operations and administration. Boresi joins MarChem CFI after nine years with Egyptian Concrete Company. MarChem CFI Inc. manufactures proprietary coated, solution-dyed [...]

Strataglass Ltd. announced that the 2009-2010 sales year has met and exceeded all forecasts for company shipments. Strataglass’ new owners credit the success with endeavors to make a great product better. To ensure the longevity of the company, Strataglass has recapitalized to overhaul the manufacturing processes. The company’s quality control has been improved to guarantee [...]

The Sunbrella® brand of performance fabrics is celebrating its 50th anniversary, commemorating the brand’s progress from a replacement for cotton awning fabrics in 1961 into a global brand. Sunbrella fabrics originated in the late 1950s. Glen Raven, which had been making cotton awning fabrics since the 1890s, needed a way to improve its product and [...]

Keith Purves of Riverside Covers in Fort Myers, Fla., achieved certification as a Master Fabric Craftsman in Marine Exterior signifying his skills, knowledge and experience in the manufacturing of custom marine exterior products. Purves was certified in October during IFAI Expo Americas. He gained experience through professional development, contributed to the advancement of marine fabrication [...]