Winnebago Industries’ Chris-Craft, Barletta marine brands showcase industry-leading offerings at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show
Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) is showcasing its marine brands at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show from October 30 to November 3. Chris-Craft is presenting its new Sportster series and Launch 35 GT wake/surf edition, while Barletta Pontoon Boats features its Coastal Edition premium pontoons, including the industry's first center-mounted twin-engine pontoon boat. The Sportster series includes 25ft and 28ft models, with outboard versions coming in early 2025. Barletta, recognized as one of the fastest-growing pontoon boat brands, is also showcasing its luxury Leggera line with a redesigned helm station featuring Simrad displays and Harmon Kardon audio.
Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) sta presentando i suoi marchi marini al Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show dal 30 ottobre al 3 novembre. Chris-Craft presenta la sua nuova serie Sportster e l'edizione wake/surf Launch 35 GT, mentre Barletta Pontoon Boats presenta i suoi pontoni di lusso Coastal Edition, inclusa la prima barca pontone al mondo con motore twin centrale. La serie Sportster include modelli di 25 piedi e 28 piedi, mentre le versioni fuoribordo arriveranno all'inizio del 2025. Barletta, riconosciuta come uno dei marchi di barche pontone in più rapida crescita, sta anche mostrando la sua linea di lusso Leggera con una stazione di comando ridisegnata che presenta display Simrad e audio Harmon Kardon.
Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) está exhibiendo sus marcas marinas en el Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show del 30 de octubre al 3 de noviembre. Chris-Craft presenta su nueva serie Sportster y la edición wake/surf Launch 35 GT, mientras que Barletta Pontoon Boats presenta sus pontones premium Coastal Edition, incluido el primer barco pontón del mundo con motor twin montado en el centro. La serie Sportster incluye modelos de 25 pies y 28 pies, con versiones fuera de borda que llegarán a principios de 2025. Barletta, reconocida como una de las marcas de barcos pontón de más rápido crecimiento, también está mostrando su lujosa línea Leggera con una estación del timón rediseñada que cuenta con pantallas Simrad y audio Harmon Kardon.
Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO)는 10월 30일부터 11월 3일까지 포트 로더데일 국제 보트 쇼에서 자사의 해양 브랜드를 선보이고 있습니다. Chris-Craft는 새로운 스포츠터 시리즈와 런치 35 GT 웨이크/서프 에디션을 소개하며, Barletta Pontoon Boats는 업계 최초의 중앙 장착 쌍둥이 엔진 보트가 포함된 프리미엄 코스탈 에디션 폰톤을 특징으로 합니다. 스포츠터 시리즈는 25피트 및 28피트 모델을 포함하며, 외부 엔진 버전은 2025년 초에 출시될 예정입니다. 바렛타는 가장 빠르게 성장하는 폰톤 보트 브랜드 중 하나로 인정받으며, Simrad 디스플레이와 Harmon Kardon 오디오가 장착된 재설계된 조타대를 갖춘 고급 레제라 라인도 선보이고 있습니다.
Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) présente ses marques maritimes au Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show du 30 octobre au 3 novembre. Chris-Craft dévoile sa nouvelle série Sportster et l'édition wake/surf Launch 35 GT, tandis que Barletta Pontoon Boats met en avant ses pontons premium Coastal Edition, y compris le premier bateau ponton à moteur jumeau monté au centre de l'industrie. La série Sportster comprend des modèles de 25 pieds et 28 pieds, avec des versions hors-bord à venir début 2025. Barletta, reconnu comme l'une des marques de bateaux pontons à la croissance la plus rapide, présente également sa luxueuse gamme Leggera avec une station de pilotage redessinée dotée d'écrans Simrad et d'un audio Harmon Kardon.
Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) präsentiert seine Marine-Marken auf der Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show vom 30. Oktober bis 3. November. Chris-Craft stellt seine neue Sportster-Serie und die Launch 35 GT Wake/Surf-Ausgabe vor, während Barletta Pontoon Boats ihre Coastal Edition Premium-Pontons zeigt, einschließlich des ersten pontonboot mit zentral montierten Doppelmotormodell der Branche. Die Sportster-Serie umfasst Modelle von 25 Fuß und 28 Fuß, während Außenbordversionen Anfang 2025 erhältlich sein werden. Barletta, bekannt als eine der am schnellsten wachsenden Pontonbootmarken, zeigt auch die luxuriöse Leggera-Serie mit einem neu gestalteten Steuerstand, der Simrad-Displays und Harmon Kardon-Audio umfasst.
- First-to-market innovation with center-mounted twin-engine pontoon boat
- Product line expansion with new Sportster series targeting new market segments
- Barletta's recognition as one of the fastest-growing pontoon boat brands
- Premium feature upgrades including Harmon Kardon audio and Simrad displays
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Insights
The showcase of new marine products at the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show represents a strategic move in Winnebago's marine segment diversification. The twin-engine innovation from Barletta and Chris-Craft's new Sportster series target different market segments, potentially expanding market share. However, without specific sales projections or pricing details, the immediate financial impact remains unclear.
The new center-mounted twin-engine design by Barletta could be a significant differentiator in the competitive pontoon market. Chris-Craft's expansion into the family-friendly segment with the Sportster series, while maintaining premium positioning, indicates a calculated move to capture a broader customer base. The early 2025 release of outboard versions suggests a planned product rollout strategy to maintain market momentum.
The technical innovations showcased here are noteworthy. Barletta's center-mounted twin-engine configuration represents a significant engineering advancement in pontoon design, potentially improving performance and safety. The integration of premium audio systems (Harmon Kardon, JBL) and dual Simrad displays indicates a focus on high-end features that could command premium pricing.
Chris-Craft's expansion into the wake/surf segment with the Launch 35 GT and the new Sportster series shows adaptability to evolving market demands while maintaining brand heritage. The multi-propulsion options (sterndrive, surf, outboard) demonstrate strategic product planning to address various customer preferences and usage scenarios.
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Oct. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), a leading outdoor lifestyle product manufacturer, is proud to showcase the latest innovation from its marine brands, Barletta Pontoon Boats and Chris-Craft at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show in Fort Lauderdale, FL, October 30 – November 3.
Barletta, the fastest-growing pontoon boat maker in the segment, will feature a line-up of Coastal Edition premium pontoons, ready for big water, including the industry’s first and only center-mounted twin-engine pontoon boat, while Chris-Craft, America’s Boatbuilder since 1874, will showcase its latest innovations including the consumer debut of its Launch 35 GT wake/surf edition and newly launched, family-friendly Sportster series.
“At Winnebago Industries, our commitment to quality and elevating outdoor experiences drives everything we do,” said Amber Holm, Winnebago Industries’ Chief Marketing Officer. “The products on display in Fort Lauderdale represent both Chris-Craft’s and Barletta’s customer-centric design process. Our brands combine expert craftsmanship and technology in ways that delight our customers as they create connections and memories on the water.”
Chris-Craft
Chris-Craft is building on its 150-year legacy of purposeful innovation and excellence with several key products highlighted at the show, including the Sportster series: an exciting, next-generation offering that combines classic craftsmanship and design with modern flair to create a new experience for adventure seekers and water sports enthusiasts.
While the Sportster series is designed to introduce Chris-Craft to a new market, the boats are built to all the same quality and design standards for which Chris-Craft is known. Every step of the design process was carefully considered to deliver value without sacrificing premium quality and luxury. The Sportster series currently includes two models, a 25ft and 28ft, with the 28ft version on display in the water at the show. The Sportster series will be available in sterndrive, surf, and outboard propulsion options, with the outboard versions being released in early 2025.
Chris-Craft will also feature the surf edition of its Launch 35 GT runabout. The flagship of its series, the Launch 35 GT blends cutting-edge features with the classic design and styling that make it uniquely Chris-Craft. This luxurious runabout is the perfect choice for a variety of water activities, including hosting family and friends or water sports.
Chris-Craft’s category defining line-up can be seen in the water at the show by visiting the Bahia Mar Yachting center, C-Dock 315-319. Learn more at ChrisCraft.com.
Barletta Pontoon Boats
Barletta, one of the fastest growing pontoon boat brands in the market, is widely recognized for its pioneering products, securing innovation awards from the National Marine Manufacturers Association, three out of the last six years.
At the Fort Lauderdale show, Barletta will showcase one of those award winners, its new twin engine series. The two engines are mounted in the center of the transom, a meaningful departure from the industry standard in the pontoon boat segment, where twin engines are typically mounted on the outer tubes. By moving the engines to the center, Barletta achieves significant performance and functionality improvements, including providing an unparalleled smooth and powerful ride, while creating a safe and usable space at the stern of the boat.
Barletta will also highlight its luxury Leggera product line with an all-new redesigned helm station equipped with two Simrad displays, Harmon Kardon audio system and distinctive RBG lighting.
Show attendees are encouraged to visit the Barletta team by visiting booth 2069 in the Broward Convention Center where they can see Barletta’s line-up of coastal water capable pontoons, now with standard JBL sound systems for model year 2025. Learn more at BarlettaPontoonBoats.com.
About Winnebago Industries
Winnebago Industries, Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products under the Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar and Barletta brands, which are used primarily in leisure travel and outdoor recreation activities. The Company builds high-quality motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth-wheel products, outboard and sterndrive powerboats, pontoons, and commercial community outreach vehicles. Committed to advancing sustainable innovation and leveraging vertical integration in key component areas, Winnebago Industries has multiple facilities in Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota and Florida. The Company’s common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the symbol WGO. For access to Winnebago Industries' investor relations material or to add your name to an automatic email list for Company news releases, visit http://investor.wgo.net.
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