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The Supply-Chain Storm
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In early March,
The New York Times quoted an executive at global shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, who said, “I’ve never seen anything like this.” He was describing how all the links in the global supply chain are stretched. Ships, trucks, warehouses, everything.
This assessment was not news to OEMs in the U.S. marine industry. Keeping the supply chain moving and products available to meet consumer demand has become a huge part of some industry leaders’ jobs in the past year.
Indiana-based Barletta Boats was preparing for market growth when Covid-19 first hit in 2020. Its new production facility was up and running in April this year.
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South Georgia boat maker sets $1M expansion, hiring 70
March 16, 2021
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CAIRO, Ga. (AP) A south Georgia power boat maker is expanding, saying demand for boats has jumped amid a pandemic-driven increase in outdoor recreation.
Cairo-based Sailfish Boats announced Tuesday that it would invest more than $1 million to increase manufacturing capacity at its Grady County plant, adding 70 workers to the current 130.
Privately-held Sailfish, founded in 1986, makes dual and center-console fishing boats.
President and CEO Rob Parmetier said the company is introducing new boats, expanding its dealer network and sees strong demand.
The company will be hiring assembly workers and engineers. New assembly workers are expected to make between $11.50 and $22 an hour.