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September 24, 2008

AERÉ WELCOMES YASUDA SHIPYARD AS NEW JAPANESE DISTRIBUTOR

Reflecting its ongoing worldwide expansion, AERÉ has named Yasuda Shipyard Co. Ltd. as its Japanese distributor.  Headquartered in Tokyo, Yasuda Shipyard is a full service boatbuilder with 100 years of experience.

"We are pleased to announce our relationship with this distinguished company," said AERÉ president Gary Abernathy.  "Their reputation for excellent service and reach into the Japanese market has already proved invaluable."

In addition to its brokerage operation, Yasuda provides maintenance services, as well as trades and transports yachts to and from Japan. Yasuda Shipyard carries Bertram, Ferretti, Pershing, Mochi Craft, Apreamare and Breakers yachts.

Based in Coral Springs, Florida, AERÉ manufactures inflatable fenders that provide maximum protection while requiring minimal storage. Lightweight AERÉ fenders inflate and deflate in seconds.  A founding member of the US SuperYacht Association, the company is a leading supplier to the U.S. Coast Guard and pleasure boat markets.

August, 2008

NEW INFLATABLE CATAMARAN OFFERS SIMPLE SAILING AND STORAGE

    With the innovative AERÉ 3.7 Inflatable Catamaran, now anyone can enjoy a fun and relaxing time on the water.  Great for day-sailing, the state-of-the-art, 12' inflatable catamaran sailboat provides easy handling and set up for novice and experienced sailors alike. 

        Owners don't need a trailer, license, insurance, registration, dock space or even a launch ramp.  In just 30 minutes with practice, the AERÉ 3.7 can be completely assembled by one person without tools and ready to go.  Incredibly responsive, the sailboat tacks from any point of sail, jibes well and safely holds the point of sail with virtually no effort.  It can be quickly dissembled in about 20 minutes.  A recessed trampoline cockpit enables sailors to sit between the hulls for added safety and comfort.

        Simple to transport, the AERÉ 3.7 Inflatable Catamaran weighs only 130 lbs. and can be separated into 3 or more bags, with the heaviest weighing no more than 50 lbs.  Extremely compact when dissembled, the space-saving sailboat will fit in most small cars, apartment closets, yachts, recreational vehicles and planes.  It's also the perfect solution for clubs, camps and rental operations.

        Featuring a revolutionary design, AERÉ's advanced hulls and specially engineered mast/sail/boom system enable better control than nearly any other small boat, monohull or catamaran.  Rugged and dependable, the safe AERÉ 3.7 Inflatable Catamaran has been tested in severe weather and sailing conditions. 

Built to last, the reliable craft employs anodized marine-grade aluminum tubing with stainless steel fasteners, aluminum castings and powder-coated, solid-cast aluminum rudders and keels.  Able to cruise comfortably with a load of up to 400 lbs., the AERÉ 3.7 has a 5'6" beam, 45 sq. ft sail with wishbone boom and four flotation chambers with separate pressure relief valves.

        The affordable 3.7 Inflatable Catamaran from AERÉ has a special introductory price of $4,995.  Also available are 110 and 12 volt electric pumps, safety/righting and tow/docking lines, wheel kits, storage bags, splash guards, folding paddles, anchors, luggage/roof boxes and other accessories. 

        Based in Coral Springs, Florida, AERÉ manufactures inflatable fenders that provide the maximum in protection for the minimum amount of required storage room.  The company is a leading supplier to the US Military, Coast Guard, and megayacht and pleasure boating markets.

June 6, 2008

AERÉ ACQUIRES BRAY FENDA-SOX

         Known for their innovative and space-saving inflatable fenders, AERÉ recently acquired the assets of UK-based Bray Fenda-Sox.  Company president Gary Abernathy made the announcement. 

        "Now customers can get everything they need for protecting boats from fenders to fender covers from one source," said Abernathy.  "The acquisition will also improve the supply chain and availability of Fenda-Sox products." 

        To have all their manufacturing conveniently completed at one location, AERÉ is moving Fenda-Sox from the UK to the United States.  They have already shipped the company's equipment and are currently in production at their headquarters in Coral Springs, Florida. 

        AERÉ will continue to make all of the Fenda-Sox products by hand and to the highest possible quality, including fender, safety rail, guard rail, outboard, winch and dock covers.  The smartest choice in topside protection, Fenda-Sox covers are available in an extensive range of colors and sizes and can also be embroidered with a logo or boat name. 

AERÉ inflatable fenders range from 12" x 29" to 8' x 10' in size.  Flat, extreme duty, V-shaped and other long-lasting models provide the maximum in protection for the minimum amount of required storage room.