It’s been well-established that one of the significant benefactors of the pandemic was the boat industry, as sales skyrocketed for those who grew weary of being pent up in their homes.
According to the National Marine Manufacturers Association, sales of boats, marine products and services across the country reached a 13-year high of $47 billion in 2020. The following two years also saw great leaps in sales and though the urge to buy boats has slowed somewhat in 2023, boats are still a popular recreational ticket item — even in this tough economic climate.
At the same time, commercial…
