Vision Marine Technologies and Massimo Marine Announce Production Partnership for First Commercial Electric Pontoon Platform
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Vision Marine Technologies (Nasdaq: VMAR) has partnered with Massimo Marine to produce a 30-foot electric pontoon platform for commercial and recreational markets. The collaboration leverages Vision Marine's electric propulsion expertise and Massimo's manufacturing capabilities in Garland, Texas. The partnership aims to address the growing pontoon boat market, which saw 115,000 units sold in 2023, up 5% from 2022. The initiative aligns with Vision Marine's strategy to offer complete electric boats directly to consumers, while also utilizing Massimo Marine's distribution network. The electric pontoon platform will be eligible for various government incentives and targets the sustainable marine transportation sector.
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- Strategic partnership with Massimo Marine for manufacturing electric pontoons
- Entering growing pontoon market with 115,000 units sold in 2023 (5% YoY growth)
- Dual distribution strategy through direct-to-consumer and Massimo's network
- Product eligible for city, state, and federal grants and incentives
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The partnership between Vision Marine and Massimo Marine represents a significant strategic move in the growing pontoon boat market. With
The direct-to-consumer approach, combined with Massimo's distribution network, creates a robust go-to-market strategy. The timing aligns well with increasing environmental regulations and available government incentives for electric vehicles. This positions Vision Marine to capture market share in the growing sustainable marine transportation sector, particularly appealing to commercial operators seeking to comply with emissions regulations.
The partnership's production strategy is particularly noteworthy. Utilizing Massimo Marine's established manufacturing facility in Garland, Texas, provides immediate scale-up capability without requiring significant capital investment from Vision Marine. This arrangement allows for faster market entry and reduced operational overhead, while maintaining quality control through an experienced manufacturer. The fully integrated 30-foot platform design suggests standardized production processes, which should lead to manufacturing efficiencies and consistent product quality.
MONTREAL, QC / ACCESSWIRE / December 1, 2024 / Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (the "Company", "Vision Marine", "we", "us", "our") (Nasdaq:VMAR), a pioneer in electric marine propulsion, has entered into a milestone partnership with Massimo Marine, the marine division of Massimo Group (MAMO). This collaboration will produce a fully integrated 30-foot electric pontoon platform designed for commercial and recreational markets. As part of Vision Marine's strategic shift to offer complete electric boats directly to consumers, this partnership represents a key step in rapidly delivering high-quality electric marine products to market.
The U.S. pontoon boat market is a growing one. In 2023, pontoon boat sales reached 115,000 units, a
"This product is the result of years of requests from nautical bases and operators who have been asking for a reliable, turn-key electric solution," said Alexandre Mongeon, CEO of Vision Marine. "With this partnership, we aim to bridge the gap efficiently, delivering what the industry has long demanded. By combining our world-record-breaking, third party-tested technology with Massimo Marine's manufacturing capabilities, we're creating a solution that is as dependable as it is innovative."
Massimo Marine's advanced production facilities in Garland, Texas, are expected to play a pivotal role in delivering these electric pontoons to market efficiently and at scale. "We're proud to be partnering with Vision Marine's innovative propulsion solution in brining truly efficient electric propulsion systems to the commercial and recreational space," said David Shan, CEO of Massimo Group. "This collaboration showcases our shared commitment to innovation and sustainability, providing customers with high-performance electric pontoons through Vision Marine's factory-direct distribution along with our networks."
By offering a turn-key product through Vision Marine's direct-to-consumer approach and Massimo Marine's extensive distribution network, the Company and Massimo Marine believe that this partnership will greatly enhance its accessibility to electric boating solutions. This collaboration is more than a production partnership - the Company and Massimo Marine believe that it's a leap toward transforming the marine industry. By addressing the growing demand for zero-emission solutions and offering eligibility for grants and incentives at city, state, and federal levels, this electric pontoon platform can position itself as a cornerstone in sustainable marine transportation.
About Vision Marine Technologies Inc.
Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:VMAR) is a pioneer in electric boating, recognized for its innovative E-Motion™ Electric Marine Powertrain Technology that offers a superior, zero-emission boating experience. With proprietary, turn-key electric solutions, Vision Marine combines cutting-edge technology, high-performance propulsion, and eco-friendly systems. The company has broken multiple electric world speed records, showcasing its commitment to pushing the boundaries of performance. Vision Marine is leading the transformation of the marine industry with unmatched power and efficiency for a cleaner future on the water.
About Massimo Marine
Massimo Marine, a subsidiary of Massimo Group (MAMO), was established in Garland, Texas, in 2018. Massimo Marine manufactures and sells Ultra Luxury Pontoon and tritoon boats. Massimo Marine is dedicated to innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and great customer services. We are changing the game in the pontoon, tritoon, and fishing boat world by raising the bar when it comes to innovation and features, all of which have helped make Massimo Marine a proven leader in the industry. Every year, we introduce new features, designs, and standard options for our boats that set us apart; while always ensuring we offer our customers pricing advantages that will allow them to have the best boating experience possible.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include predictions, expectations, estimates, and other information that might be considered future events or trends, not relating to historical matters. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. Vision Marine's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended August 31, 2023, and its periodic filings with the SEC provide a detailed discussion of these risks and uncertainties. Vision Marine does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, as required by law.
Contact Information
Vision Marine Technologies Inc.
Bruce Nurse
(303) 919-2913
bn@v-mti.com
Massimo Group
Dr. Yunhao Chen
Chief Financial Officer
ir@massimomotor.com
Massimo Group Investor Relations
Chris Tyson
MZ North America 949-491-8235
MAMO@mzgroup.us
SOURCE: Vision Marine Technologies Inc
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