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“As always, we will work hard with all affected - ' employees, dealers, suppliers, communities and consumers - ' to minimize the disruption that this decision may cause.”

' Brunswick Corporation will cease production of its Bluewater Marine brands - ' including Sea Pro, Sea Boss, Palmetto and Laguna - ' with the up coming 2009 model year, which commences July 1, the company said ... via Boating Industry

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“The U.S. marine industry has been in a prolonged slowdown since late 2005”

Brunswick Corp. , citing the "prolonged slowdown" that has hit the recreational boat industry, said late Tuesday that it intends to close a 175-worker South Carolina production facility. via Chicago Tribune

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“Competition is keen enough, you can't let yourself slip on any of those”

Boat builders may be suffering, but Taylor Made Systems, Inc., a supplier to the boating industry, so far has escaped the worst of the economic downturn. via Bradenton.com

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“Not unless the judge made us do it”

Navassa has adopted a moratorium on big development, but construction continues in Lena Springs, which is proposed to have about 187 homes. via StarNewsOnline.com

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Email this article to a friend! Boating Industry has launched its 2008 Top 100 Dealers program in partnership with the Leadership Alliance. via Boating Industry

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Call it a going away gift from Northwest Airlines to former Chairman Gary Wilson who, along with onetime partner Al Checchi, forever changed the face of the carrier with a 1989 leveraged buyout. via StarTribune

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“The boating community wants nothing more than to protect the water we cherish, and we're thrilled to work alongside the Department of Homeland Security to ensure we're able to enjoy our nation's waterways for years to come.”

' Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff addressed attendees at the American Boating Congress Monday, the first full day of ABC, to highlight the critical role the recreational boating industry plays in ... via Boating Industry

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“You do feel a little boxed in”

With the help of the Brunswick Corp., Georgian Court University restored the bowling alley in its Casino Building, which dates to 1899. via Asbury Park Press

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“The international market has grown from around 10 to 15 percent to well over 40 percent of our business”

Marquis Yachts is hitting the market with a 92-foot model that company officials say customers are seeking. via Green Bay Press-Gazette

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Fiberglass powerboat maker Marine Products Corp. reported early Wednesday that its first-quarter net income rose to $4.1 million, or $0.11 per share, compared with $3.9 million, or $0.10 per share, a year ... via All Stories

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