Maine’s Kennebunkport Marina has acquired Southern Maine Marine Services (SMMS), a family run business with more than 40 years of experience in boat maintenance and sales. The agreement expands the marina’s operations and retains the skills and services that SMMS has provided to boaters in southern Maine.
SMMS owner Paul Lariviere will continue with the business as special projects lead. In this role, he will assist customers with large-scale refits and repowers while also directing a training program for marine technicians, as reported by Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors.
The marina is located on the Kennebunk River and has over 90 wet slips and docking for vessels up to 26 meters (84 feet) long. Its sheltered position inside the river mouth provides easier navigation, and amenities include valet service, a boat ramp, Wi-Fi, showers, laundry, shore power, emergency maintenance and pump-outs.
Shawn Dumas, General Manager of Kennebunkport Marina stated: “This is an exciting step forward for both businesses and, more importantly, for the boating community we serve. By joining forces, we will be able to offer boaters in Southern Maine better pricing, more comprehensive services and direct access to a wider array of brands.”
SMMS previously provided boat sales, mooring services, hauling, storage and canvas work, alongside being a Mercury Outboard dealer. With the acquisition, Kennebunkport Marina will now represent Mercury, Suzuki and Yamaha outboards.
