Alumacraft will now be part of the Bryton Marine Group, based in Vernon
VERNON – Bryton Marine Group has signed an agreement with BRP Inc. of Quebec to purchase the assets of its subsidiary, St. Peter, Minnesota-based Alumacraft.
Established in 1992, Bryton Marine Group is North America’s largest privately owned welded aluminum boat builder, with six brands and five business units specializes in manufacturing aluminum boats from 17 to 150 feet. Is a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. They have five companies: All American Marine, BRIX Marine, EagleCraft, KingFisher Boats and Renaissance Marine Group.
BRP’s decision to sell its marine businesses was announced as it focuses on their core Powersports activities. The transaction is projected to close by the end of BRP’s first quarter this year.
“We are thrilled to acquire the Alumacraft marine business from BRP,” says Bryton Marine Group CEO Byron Bolton. “This expansion of our North American boat building brand footprint supports our growth and long term ownership objectives. For more than 75 years, Alumacraft has been part of family memories. Its heritage is strong in the marine community and we can’t wait to continue growing the brand worldwide.
“We look forward to welcoming to the Bryton family Alumacraft’s talented employees and loyal dealers. They have been instrumental in building the brand’s reputation for quality and innovation.”
BRP Inc.’s other marine brands have included Manitou, Telwater, Quintrex, Stacer, Save and Yellowfin, and the sale process excludes all activities related to its Sea-Doo personal watercraft and Sea-Doo Switch pontoons and jet propulsion systems.
“I am proud of the strong foundation we have built over the years for this iconic brand, and happy to have found the right buyer for Alumacraft,” states BRP President and CEO Jose Boisjoli. “The family-owned Bryton Marine Group has been in business for decades and we believe that their core values and culture will enable Alumacraft employees to unlock the full potential of the business. We sincerely thank the employees for their dedication, and wish them the very best in this next journey.”
A family-owned operation, Bryton Marine Group serves commercial and recreational markets, and has operations in British Columbia and Washington state.
Business Examiner Staff
