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Auckland, NZ. (May 20, 2014) -

Christchurch-based marine dealership Sports Marine Ltd has won an award for a 23-foot ‘unsinkable’ boat at the New Zealand Boat Show in Auckland.

Sports Marine won ‘Boat of the Show’ for all purpose boats between 6-7 metres for the Boston Whaler 230 Vantage.

As the only New Zealand dealer for Boston Whaler boats since 2006, Sports Marine is seeing increasing business as buyers appreciate the Boston Whaler brand.

“We’re delighted with the award, which demonstrates the quality of this boat and brand,” says Scott Williamson, Sports Marine’s Managing Director.

“Since its release, the 230 Vantage has been met with great acclaim, including an Innovation Award from the National Marine Manufacturers Association in the United States,” he says.

“The beauty of this boat is that’s its truly multi-functional. It can be used for serious fishing, to offshore cruising, as well as water sports and entertaining. Boston Whaler is known around the world as a boating brand that is ‘unsinkable’. Combine this with the boat’s comfort, it’s a fantastic option for many customers,” Mr Williamson says.

Sports Marine has been the in the marine industry for 36 years. Based in Christchurch it has dealerships in Auckland and Sydney. More information at www.sportsmarine.co.nz

Boston Whaler manufactures 30 models from 11-42 feet. More information at https://www.bostonwhaler.com/

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About Boston Whaler
For more than 60 years, Boston Whaler has been building superior quality unsinkable runabouts, cruisers, and center console boats. Founded in 1958 and currently headquartered in Edgewater, Fla., the company’s unique foam-cored construction process contributes not only unsurpassed flotation, but also superior ride characteristics and durability. The current product line ranges from 13 to 42 feet and is distributed around the world by a network of exceptional dealers. For more information about The Unsinkable Legend™, please visit www.bostonwhaler.com.
About Brunswick Corporation
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™.” Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing and MerCruiser. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Engine Parts & Accessories, BLA and Land ‘N’ Sea. Our Navico Group and its industry-leading technology brands consist of Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, RELiON, Attwood and Whale. Our Boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft and Quicksilver. In addition, our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, Ill, Brunswick has approximately 19,000 employees operating in 27 countries. In 2022, Brunswick was named by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and as one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek, both for the third consecutive year. For more information, visit Brunswick.com.
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