RUTGERSON LANDS IN CANADA

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July 2, 2019

Swedish yacht equipment manufacturer Rutgerson announces new partnership with Quebec-based distributor Dada Marine to launch its full assortment of high-quality deck hardware and sail fittings on the Canadian marine market.

“We are very pleased to launch our products in Canada. Finding well-matched distributors is a key strategy for driving sales and we are convinced that Dada Marine have the perfect profile to help us establish on the Canadian market, says Rutgerson’s Area Sales Manager Anders Forsell.

Dada Marine’s mission is to bring peace of mind to navigators by offering reliable marine hardware with no compromise for quality. The company is based in the province of Quebec, and founded by Martin Dalbec – an experienced sailor, engineer and logistic specialist with an extensive network and a solid background in the Canadian boating industry.

”Rutgerson are known among boatbuilders and sailors all over the world for their high Swedish quality and innovative solutions. I see a great potential for their products on the Canadian refit market and look forward to represent the Rutgerson brand in my country”, says Dada Marines CEO Martin Dalbec.

Rutgerson Marin is a world leading manufacturer of marine hardware such as blocks, track systems, hatches, clutches, portlights and sail fittings. All products are designed and produced in Marstrand on the Swedish west coast and distributed by an extensive network of distributors in more than 40 countries around the world.

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