Vision Marine Secures Strategic Flagship Marina to Anchor Long-Term Growth Plan

Rhea-AI Summary

Vision Marine (NASDAQ: VMAR) announced Nautical Ventures secured a commercial lease with a contractual purchase option and Right of First Refusal for the Anglers Avenue Marine Center at 4470 Ravenswood Road, Dania Beach, Florida, on December 9, 2025.

The marina generated approximately US$3.2 million in 2024 from storage and service. Vision Marine plans phased expansion from 109 slips to ~300 wet-and-dry slips, expanded dealership-level service, an enhanced Service & Parts Center, solar-ready infrastructure, and an on-water showroom for E-Motion electric-boat integrations.

Positive

• US$3.2M revenue from marina storage/service in 2024
• Planned slip expansion from 109 to ~300 increases storage capacity
• Contractual purchase option plus Right of First Refusal secures future acquisition ability
• Service & Parts Center expansion targets recurring maintenance revenue

Negative

• None.

Key Figures

Marina revenue 2024 US$3.2 million Limited storage and service activity in 2024

Current slips 109 slips Existing active marina slips before expansion

Target capacity 300 vessels Planned combined wet-and-dry-slip capacity post-expansion

E-Motion sales mix 3%–5% Typical share of Nautical Ventures’ annual sales from E-Motion integrations

Distance to FLL 3.3 miles Proximity of marina to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Waterways access 300 miles Direct access to inland waterways from Anglers Avenue site

Marina footprint 10 acres Size of the Anglers Avenue marina property

Multi-year lease Multi-year term Commercial lease with purchase option for Anglers Avenue marina

Market Reality Check

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Volume Volume 836,708 is 2.45x the 20-day average 340,964, indicating elevated trading activity before this news. high

Technical Shares at $0.6781 were trading below the 200-day MA of $4.47, and sat near the 52-week low of $0.6606 (vs. high $39.00).

Peers on Argus

VMAR fell 16.53% while peers were mixed: VEEE -4.59%, EZGO +1.88%, KNDI +0.41%, MAMO +10.45%, MCFT +0.77%. This points to stock-specific pressure rather than a broad sector move.

Historical Context

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Nov 28	Earnings & acquisition	Positive	+0.0%	Reported FY 2025 results, Nautical Ventures revenue and floor-plan reduction progress.
Nov 18	Sales update	Positive	+1.6%	Announced 40% YoY FLIBS sales lift and stronger marketing-driven demand.
Nov 12	Integration update	Positive	+15.2%	Detailed 166 boats sold, inventory reduction, and cost savings post-acquisition.
Nov 11	Sponsorship win	Positive	-1.5%	Nautical Ventures–backed team won Super Stock Offshore World Championship.
Nov 05	Partnership news	Positive	+2.2%	Announced collaboration with BRP Electrification Engineering Services for propulsion growth.

Pattern Detected

Recent VMAR headlines tied to Nautical Ventures integration, sales growth, and partnerships have usually seen the stock respond positively, with only one notable instance of selling on good news.

Recent Company History

Over the past months, Vision Marine focused on integrating Nautical Ventures and scaling its retail footprint. FY 2025 results highlighted the June 20, 2025 acquisition, with Nautical Ventures contributing US$12.8 million revenue and floor-plan reductions. Subsequent updates detailed 40% FLIBS sales growth, 166 boats sold within 120 days, cost savings near US$1.6 million annually, and a BRP engineering collaboration. The new marina lease and purchase option extends this strategy by strengthening the physical hub for sales, service, and electric integrations.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement detailed a multi-year lease and purchase option for the Anglers Avenue marina, a key Fort Lauderdale waterfront site with 109 existing slips and plans to approach 300 vessel capacity. It extends Vision Marine’s post-acquisition focus on Nautical Ventures as a retail and service platform, supporting storage, maintenance, and E-Motion integrations. Investors may watch how recurring storage revenue, service utilization, and electric-boat adoption trends evolve relative to prior updates on sales growth and cost savings.

Key Terms

purchase option financial

"entered into a commercial lease and purchase option agreement for the marina property"

A purchase option is a contractual right that lets one party buy an asset, property, or securities at a pre‑agreed price during a specified period. For investors it matters because it provides the chance to lock in the right to acquire something later without committing now—like reserving the option to buy a house at today’s price—so you can benefit if value rises while limiting immediate exposure.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

MONTREAL, Dec. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) ("Vision Marine" or the "Company") today announced that its Nautical Ventures division has entered into a commercial lease and purchase option agreement for the marina property that it currently leases at 4470 Ravenswood Road in Dania Beach, Florida, known as the Anglers Avenue Marine Center. This location secures a strategic waterfront asset in Fort Lauderdale, a central point of consumer activity in the region.

Historically used to support Nautical Ventures' boat sales, the marina generated approximately US$3.2 million in 2024 through limited storage and service activity. Under Vision Marine's operating plan to expand the marina in phases, the Company intends to expand the site from roughly 109 active slips to a combined wet-and-dry-slip capacity approaching 300 vessels. Based on the Company's projections, this supports multi-million-dollar recurring storage revenue annually. Expanded dealership-level service operations is part of our growth plan, driven by maintenance, repairs, and long-term customer programs at an enhanced Service & Parts Center. The Company envisions the marina serving as a regional hub for E-Motion™ electric-boat integrations, which typically account for 3% to 5% of Nautical Ventures' annual sales, with a next-generation on-water showroom. This flagship facility reinforces Vision Marine's dual-pillar strategy, combining its high-voltage electric propulsion platform with a strengthened retail and service infrastructure.

"Securing a multi-year lease and purchase option for the marina is a pivotal step toward building a truly vertically integrated marine dealership business with expanded services," said Alexandre Mongeon, Co-Founder and CEO of Vision Marine. "By elevating our service capacity at this prime location, we will be able to offer customers a more modern, automotive-style retail and service experience."

The agreement and lease provide Vision Marine with the ability to acquire the property in the future through a contractual purchase option and includes a Right of First Refusal should a third-party offer arise.

Located 3.3 miles from (FLL) Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport with direct access to over 300 miles of inland waterways, the Anglers Avenue site offers exceptional visibility and access for regional and international boaters. The marina's configuration, with 109 slips and a 10-acre footprint, supports significant operational consolidation, improving efficiency across service, rigging, parts, storage, logistics, and customer demonstrations, while incorporating solar-ready infrastructure and modern dock upgrades.

About Vision Marine Technologies Inc.

Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR) is a marine technology and retail group delivering premium boating experiences across internal combustion and electric segments. Through its E-Motion™ high-voltage propulsion platform and its Nautical Ventures retail network, Vision Marine offers an integrated ecosystem spanning propulsion, retail, service, and on-water consumer engagement.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and projections about future events and include statements regarding the Company's operational plans, anticipated performance of the Anglers Avenue Marina, expected revenue opportunities, service expansion, the potential future acquisition of the property, integration of new operational capabilities, and the execution of Vision Marine's broader strategic objectives. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict.

Forward-looking statements are often identified by words such as "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "may," "could," "should," "potential," "projected," "proposed," "continue," or similar expressions. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in these statements due to a variety of factors, including but not limited to: general economic conditions and their impact on consumer spending; changes in the recreational boating market; the Company's ability to successfully integrate and operate the marina; risks associated with service ramp-up, staffing, operational consolidation, and capacity expansion; challenges in maintaining or increasing occupancy levels; the availability of capital to support development initiatives; regulatory, environmental, and permitting requirements; supply-chain constraints; competition within the marine retail and service sectors; and other risks described in Vision Marine's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Vision Marine undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

For more information, visit www.visionmarinetechnologies.com.

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SOURCE Vision Marine Technologies, Inc

FAQ

What did Vision Marine announce about the Anglers Avenue marina on December 9, 2025?

Vision Marine's Nautical Ventures signed a commercial lease with a contractual purchase option and Right of First Refusal for the Anglers Avenue Marine Center in Dania Beach, Florida.

How much revenue did the Anglers Avenue marina generate for Vision Marine in 2024?

The marina generated approximately US$3.2 million in 2024 from limited storage and service activity.

What is Vision Marine's planned slip capacity after expansion at the Anglers Avenue marina?

The company intends to expand capacity from 109 active slips to roughly 300 combined wet-and-dry slips.

How does the Anglers Avenue deal affect Vision Marine's growth strategy (VMAR)?

The deal supports a vertically integrated retail and service hub, expanding recurring storage and service revenue and enabling a regional E-Motion on-water showroom.

Does Vision Marine have the option to buy the Anglers Avenue property?

Yes. The agreement includes a contractual purchase option and a Right of First Refusal if a third-party offer arises.

Where is the Anglers Avenue marina located and why is it strategic for VMAR?

The marina is in Dania Beach, 3.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport with access to 300+ miles of waterways, offering high visibility and regional boating access.