West Marine Adds 32 Stores to Closure List
July 21, 2026
The retailer expanded the locations it will close across more than two dozen states, with Florida absorbing the largest share.
The retailer expanded the locations it will close across more than two dozen states, with Florida absorbing the largest share.
The move is part of the U.K.-based electric propulsion and autonomous technology company’s North American growth strategy.
The survey gauges retail trends and other indicators among boat dealers.
Net sales for the group increased 3%, while sales for the Volvo Penta business were flat year-over-year.
The electric propulsion company reported a 27% increase from the second to the fiscal third quarter.
Todd Falk was promoted to president and chief operating officer, which elevated Ben Dorton to vice president of sales and marketing.
Long’s five-decade career included leading Starcraft, AMF Crestliner, Wellcraft and Marine Concepts.
The Swedish builder recorded a profit during the quarter despite a $9 million decline in net sales.
New service will focus on select brokerage listings backed by the firm’s design and naval architecture expertise.
The free event, set for Nov. 18 at the RAI in Amsterdam, will focus on building the next generation of marine industry leaders.
The retailer expanded the locations it will close across more than two dozen states, with Florida absorbing the largest share.
The move is part of the U.K.-based electric propulsion and autonomous technology company’s North American growth strategy.
The survey gauges retail trends and other indicators among boat dealers.
Net sales for the group increased 3%, while sales for the Volvo Penta business were flat year-over-year.
The electric propulsion company reported a 27% increase from the second to the fiscal third quarter.
Todd Falk was promoted to president and chief operating officer, which elevated Ben Dorton to vice president of sales and marketing.
Long’s five-decade career included leading Starcraft, AMF Crestliner, Wellcraft and Marine Concepts.
The Swedish builder recorded a profit during the quarter despite a $9 million decline in net sales.
New service will focus on select brokerage listings backed by the firm’s design and naval architecture expertise.
The free event, set for Nov. 18 at the RAI in Amsterdam, will focus on building the next generation of marine industry leaders.
