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IMDA E-News is from the International Marine Distribution Association (IMDA), matchmakers for the boating trade with members worldwide representing all segments of the distribution chain. Feel free to contact them direct, and keep me - Jerry Martin - informed, too. (IMDA e-mail:

jerrymartin@globalmarinenetwork.com One of the hottest accessories line in the US right now is from Bob's Machine Shop Inc (IMDA E-mail:

IEXPORT@aol.com) under new owner Greg Pelini. He has organised the line of outboard engine-related accessories into a profitable fast turnover group of products. They include jack plates, Merc nose cones, a variety of engine related locks - and many more. It is a wide open opportunity in the UK and the rest of Europe for major distributors. The jack plates are OEM on many Genmar boats. www.bobsmachine.com There are newly engineered models in Zeppelin Marine Inc's. , (IMDA E-mail: dave@sportport.com), latest line of the "SportPorts" drive-on floating docking facilities. The rugged units make using a PWC more fun by eliminating the hassle. Small jet boats use them as well. The UK is a wide open market for Zeppelin. They want one or two good distributors. www.sportport.com Vetus Den Ouden, (IMDA E-mail: sales@Vetus.

co.uk), has a growing organisation in the UK. However, there are still some open territories in the successful 40dealer organisation. Their very popular engine and equipment lines have become the backbone of many European marine businesses. www.vetus.nl Fuel flow meters are becoming a demanded item on many boats. Owners want more information on the fuel supplies available to them at all times. FloScan Instrument Co, Inc, (IMDA E-mail chuck.wurster@floscan.com), from Seattle, USA has become the world leader in this type of installation. Marlin Equipment, (IMDA E-mail: james.hartop@marlinequipment.com), is FloScan's expert distributor in the UK. www.floscan.com Fortress Marine Anchors (IMDA E-mail: brian@fortressanchors.com) - two of Fortress' anchors have just been type-approved for the prestigious "Super High Holding Power" (SHHP) rating by Norwegian certification agency Det Norske Veritas. Fortress Anchors are available in the UK from Pro-Boat In Burnham on Crouch or XM Yachting in E. Sussex. www.fortressanchors.com

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