Checkmate for Checkmate?
May 21, 2013With the shut down of Checkmate Powerboats, it’s clear that the single-engine sportboat business is still the toughest game in town.
Archive for the ‘Industry’ Category
Catching Up with Craig Barrie
April 24, 2013The legendary former world champion, Craig Barrie, joined Statement Marine 90 days ago. Jason Johnson checks in with him to hear where he’s taking the company.
Nor-Tech’s Exotic Escapades
April 17, 2013From the Miami Boat Show to the Puerto Rico Boat Show to the Levrick Bay Poker Run in BVI, it’s just business as usual for Nor-Tech’s Scot Conrad.
Member Spotlight: Dave Leonhardt at XT Innovations
April 16, 2013When a big boat company closes in a small town, only the strong—and smart—survive.
Power Moves
April 9, 2013At Mercury Racing and elsewhere, big-engine business is booming.
Catching Up With Jay Pilini
March 26, 2013From creating racing catamarans and fishing boats to founding a go-fast boat club founder, this designer/builder remains a man of many hats.
A Hopeful Comeback for Eliminator Boats
March 13, 2013Two and half years after filing Chapter 11, things are looking up for the California-based company.
What’s In a Name: Kaama Sport Yachts Makes a Big Impression in Miami
March 4, 2013While at last month’s Miami Boat Show, Eric Colby bumped into Dan McNamara and was instantly impressed by the look of the Kaama. When McNamara asked if he wanted to go for a ride, Colby was in heaven.
Forward Thrust at BBlades
February 26, 2013The full-service marine propeller enters 2013 in strong fashion.
A 25-Year Success Story: Livorsi Marine
February 13, 2013Mike Livorsi sits down for an interview after a quarter of a century in the boat business.
