The transition of MarineEast to a new owner, Kenneth Coates, keeps the well-known plastic components and accessories company in familiar hands. Coates is president of Kenco Plastics, which has manufactured MarineEast’s innovative, quality products for 30 years. Former MarineEast owner David Thompson will remain on board as chief designer at the new company, named MarineEast Inc.
To streamline communication and maximize manufacturing and shipping efficiencies, the company’s headquarters has moved to La Porte, Indiana, where Kenco Plastics is located. “MarineEast will continue to excel at solving our customers’ problems with superior products and personal attention,” said Thompson. “We have a very close relationship with Ken and his family. MarineEast is in excellent hands.”
“I’m pleased that David will continue to add his innovative creations to our line of 1,600 boating products,” said Coates. “MarineEast already has a firm reputation in the marine marketplace, and I look forward to developing all its strengths to new levels in the coming years.”
With four ISO-rated companies, Kenco Plastics is a major producer of custom-molded thermoplastic products for the marine, automotive, aeronautical and medical industries.
Contact MarineEast, PO Box 400, La Porte, IN 46352-0400. 219-362-7463; Fax: 219-362-2031. [email protected]: Martin Flory Group
