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Brunswick Corporation Establishes a New Company Record with 15 Boating Industry 2026 Top Product Awards

Tue, 26 May 2026 14:59:00 -0400

Recognition across 13 Brunswick brands demonstrates depth of innovation pipeline and category leadership

METTAWA, Ill., May 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) and its brands have earned 15 Boating Industry Magazine Top Product Awards for 2026, marking the most the Company has received in a single year and highlighting the breadth of Brunswick's innovation pipeline. Spanning 13 different Brunswick brands, the awards recognize "the marine industry's best new and innovative products" across boats, propulsion, vessel control, and marine electronics.

The 2026 Brunswick honorees include:

Brunswick Boat Group

Mercury Marine & Flite

Navico Group

"Winning 15 Top Product Awards across our Boat Group, Mercury Marine, Flite and Navico Group is a milestone for Brunswick. More meaningfully, it reflects what's possible when an enterprise of our scale prioritizes the consumer experience at every level," said Dave Foulkes, CEO of Brunswick Corporation. "From autonomous helm technology and keyless propulsion to category-defining boats and next-generation sonars, every product on this list was designed to enhance the boating experience. The credit goes to the engineers, designers, and product teams whose work continues to set the pace for our industry."

The 2026 Top Product Awards and feature can be seen in the May edition of Boating Industry Magazine.

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Michelle
Voss —

Director, Global Public Relations & Communications
M: (904) 955 – 0818

Brunswick Corporation and its brands win 15 Boating Industry Top Product Awards

Brunswick Corporation and its brands earned 15 Boating Industry Top Product Awards for 2026, the most the Company has received in a single year, spanning 13 brands across the Brunswick Boat Group, Mercury Marine, Flite and Navico Group.

Brunswick Corporation CEO Reflects on Winning 15 Boating Industry Top Product Awards

Brunswick Corporation CEO Dave Foulkes reflects on the Company's record 15 Boating Industry Top Product Awards for 2026, recognizing the engineers, designers, and product teams behind innovations spanning autonomous helm technology, keyless propulsion, category-defining boats, and next-generation sonars.

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation's Lauren Beckstedt Wins 2026 Global CMO of the Year ORBIE Award

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:30:00 -0400

ChicagoCMO honors Brunswick's Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer with its top recognition for marketing leadership at a global enterprise

METTAWA, Ill. – May 15, 2026 – Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today announced that Lauren Beckstedt, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, has been named 2026 Global CMO of the Year by ChicagoCMO, a chapter of the Inspire Leadership Network. The honor, presented as part of the prestigious ORBIE Awards, recognizes a single chief marketing officer each year for outstanding leadership at an organization with more than $5.5 billion in annual revenue and multi-national operations. Beckstedt was honored at the ChicagoCMO ORBIE Awards ceremony, held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago before more than 150 of Chicagoland's senior marketing leaders and their partners.

The ORBIE Awards, presented annually since 1998, recognize C-suite executives for leadership excellence, management effectiveness, and the business value they create through their function. Finalists and winners are selected through an independent, peer-adjudicated process led by prior ORBIE recipients.

Under Beckstedt's leadership, Brunswick has advanced an integrated enterprise marketing model spanning the company's portfolio of category-defining brands, including Mercury Marine, Boston Whaler, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Lund, Harris, Freedom Boat Club, and Navico Group, while accelerating the company's digital, data, and customer experience capabilities and reinforcing Brunswick's position as the global leader in recreational marine.

"This recognition belongs to the entire Brunswick marketing organization,” said Lauren Beckstedt, SVP and CMO, Brunswick Corporation. “Our team has worked tirelessly to elevate our brands, deepen our connection with consumers and pioneer the future of the marine industry, all in service for our purpose of inspiring an extraordinary life on the water. I'm proud to share this honor with them and with the leaders across Brunswick who partner with marketing every day to drive our business forward."

To learn more about the awards and view the full list of the 2026 award recipients, visit: 2026 ChicagoCMO ORBIE Awards Winners

About Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Its technology-driven solutions are informed by deep consumer insights and guided by the belief that “Next Never Rests™.” Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands across marine propulsion (including Mercury Marine), parts and accessories (including Attwood), and marine electronics (including Simrad and Lowrance), as well as boat brands including Boston Whaler, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Lund, and Harris. Headquartered in Mettawa, Illinois, Brunswick has approximately 14,000 employees operating in 26 countries. Learn more at Brunswick.com.

Boston Whaler and Salty Crew Launch Limited-Edition Apparel Collaboration for Spring ’26

Thu, 14 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

EDGEWATER, Fla., May 14, 2026 — Boston Whaler, one of the world’s most trusted boat builders and a brand of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), and Salty Crew, the premier ocean-outdoor brand, today formally announced the launch of their highly anticipated partnership and apparel collection. The 18-piece capsule features an array of styles for men and women, anchored by Salty Crew’s signature Flagship Boatshorts and rounded out with UV sun-protection layers, windbreakers, graphic tees, and hats – all engineered for long days fishing hard.

Available for a limited time, the collection brings together two brands united by a shared devotion to life on the water. Born on the coast of Southern California and built by anglers, surfers, and divers, Salty Crew has grown into the premier core fishing brand for a new generation, creating product for people who appreciate that Gear Matters.

“Teaming up with Whaler lets us engage our shared community of serious anglers who demand the best — in their boats and in their gear,” said Jason Shelton, General Manager, Salty Crew. “It’s been awesome to see the early response from our retail partners. Buyers across the surf, tackle, and marine channels have leaned in, they recognize the heritage on both sides. Launching this capsule with the most iconic name in boating is a real honor.”

For Salty Crew founder Jared Lane, the project is one he’s envisioned since the beginning. “Boston Whaler has been at the top of my list from the moment we started Salty Crew,” said Lane. “Whaler is woven into the DNA of saltwater fishing, those boats are how a lot of us first fell in love with the ocean. To make this one official, we fully restored a 1983 Whaler Super Sport as part of the project. Bringing that boat back to life and putting it on the water alongside this capsule felt like the right way to honor what Whaler has meant to all of us.”

“This collaboration reflects how our brands approach licensing as a catalyst for long-term value,” said Nicole DaPra, Licensing Manager at Brunswick Corporation. “By pairing Boston Whaler’s iconic heritage with Salty Crew’s lifestyle credibility, we are reaching new audiences and retail environments in a way that supports portfolio growth and long-term brand equity. We’re thrilled to bring this collection to the passionate communities that both brands serve.”

The Boston Whaler x Salty Crew capsule will be available beginning May 14, 2026, at saltycrew.com and at the best surf, tackle, and marine specialty stores across North America.

About Boston Whaler

Boston Whaler is the world’s premier manufacturer of fiberglass powerboats, widely renowned for its legendary unsinkable hull design and unmatched on-water safety and performance. A subsidiary of Brunswick Corporation, Boston Whaler has been building boats that inspire confidence and adventure since 1958. From inshore fishing skiffs to offshore sport-fishing vessels, Boston Whaler boats are trusted by anglers, families, and water enthusiasts around the globe. To learn more, visit bostonwhaler.com.

About Salty Crew

Salty Crew is the premier ocean-outdoor lifestyle brand built by anglers, surfers, and divers who find refuge in the sea. Founded on Mission Bay in San Diego, Salty Crew designs product that performs when Gear Matters — premium boardshorts, sun-protection layers, technical outerwear, graphic tees, and headwear engineered for hard use and grounded in a youthful, ocean-driven aesthetic. From offshore tuna grounds to the inshore flats, Salty Crew is at home wherever the water takes you. Learn more at saltycrew.com.

Media Contacts

Salty Crew: Jason Shelton, General Manager: Jason.Shelton@Salty-Crew.com

Boston Whaler: Michelle Voss, Director of PR: Michelle.Voss@brunswick.com

BoatClass Expands to More Than 40 Locations Across North America for the 2026 Boating Season

Wed, 13 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Continued Expansion Underscores Brunswick’s Commitment to Boater Safety, Confidence and Growing the Sport

METTAWA, Ill. – May X, 2026 – BoatClass, a leader in certified on-water boater training and a business within Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), today announced its expansion to more than 40 locations across North America for the 2026 boating season, deepening its continued partnership with Freedom Boat Club and broadening access to world-class boating education.

“At Brunswick, safety is at the heart of everything we do, and BoatClass is one of the most powerful ways we bring that commitment to life,” said Rob Schuldt, who leads the BoatClass program. “Reaching more than 40 locations is a meaningful milestone, one that reflects the demand we’re seeing from boaters who want increased guidance before they get behind the helm. Whether someone is stepping aboard for the first time or returning to build new skills, BoatClass gives them the knowledge and confidence to enjoy the water safely.”

Since its launch in 2021, BoatClass has scaled quickly, advancing from a regional pilot into a nationally recognized training program. Building on the momentum of the 2025 season, BoatClass will launch at more than 40 Freedom Boat Club locations across the U.S. and Canada during the 2026 season. BoatClass combines engaging online virtual training with a comprehensive, three-hour on-water session led by a Certified U.S. Coast Guard Captain. Participants gain hands-on experience across essential boating skills, including throttle control, docking, crossing wakes, speed zone adjustments, and anchoring, using proven techniques perfected within the Freedom Boat Club’s award-winning training program. The curriculum is designed to meet boaters where they are, equipping newcomers and returning boaters alike with the skills and confidence to get the most out of every time on the water.

Exclusive Benefit for 2026 Graduates

As part of BoatClass’s continued partnership with Freedom Boat Club, graduates of the 2026 course will be eligible for a reduced initiation fee to join Freedom Boat Club, available within 30 days of program completion and applicable at the location where they graduated. The benefit is designed to create a clear path from education to on-water experience, helping new boaters stay engaged and active in the boating community.

“Expanding to more than 40 locations means that more boaters have access to the quality training they deserve,” continued Schuldt. “Our goal has always been to help people fall in love with boating the right way: safely, confidently, and with a great experience from day one. We’re proud of what this program has become, and we’re just getting started.”

The 2026 expansion reflects Brunswick’s broader strategic investment in boater safety and in the long-term health of recreational boating. By removing barriers to education and hands-on experience, BoatClass plays a critical role in growing participation in the sport while reinforcing the safety standards that make boating enjoyable for everyone on the water.

For more information on BoatClass and to find a location near you for the 2026 boating season, visit BoatClass.com.

About Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser, and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, RELiON, Attwood, and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft, and Quicksilver. Our service, digital, and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka, and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 14,500 employees operating in 26 countries. In 2025, Brunswick won more than 100 awards across the enterprise for the fourth straight year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.

Brunswick Corporation Publishes 2025 Sustainability Report, Marking Meaningful Progress Across People, Products and the Environment

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:30:00 -0400

Company reports 48% reduction in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions since 2022, matches 74% of electricity consumption with renewable sources

METTAWA, Ill., May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the world’s largest marine technology company, today released its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing meaningful progress in initiatives that benefit its people, its products and the environment.

"2025 was a milestone year for Brunswick, one in which we met or exceeded our environmental sustainability commitments set in 2022," said Jennifer Koenig, Chief Sustainability Officer at Brunswick Corporation. "Sustainability is woven into how we innovate, how we operate and how we serve our customers, and the progress detailed in this report makes clear the momentum we are building for the years ahead."

2025 Highlights

The 2025 Sustainability Report details achievements across Brunswick's three sustainability pillars:

Environment

Reduced combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 48% since 2022, with continued reductions of Scope 3 emissions.
Surpassed the Company's renewable electricity goal, matching 74% of companywide electricity consumption with renewable sources through strategic energy partnerships.

Products

Introduced more than 100 new products again in 2025, reflecting sustained investment in technologies that enhance performance and the on-water customer experience.

People

Maintained employee safety key performance metrics well below the U.S. national peer average.
Recognized as an employer of choice by leading organizations including Forbes, Newsweek and Time.

The full 2025 Sustainability Report is available at: https://www.brunswick.com/sustainability

About Brunswick Corporation

Michelle
Voss —
 
Director, Global Public Relations & Communications
M: (904) 955 – 0818

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation Collaborates with Textron Systems on TSUNAMI® Uncrewed Surface Vessel Deliveries for DIU, U.S. Navy Fourth Fleet and SOUTHCOM

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:13:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the global leader in marine technology announced today that its vessels, Mercury Marine propulsion systems, and Navico Group electronics and electrical systems will provide the platform for Textron Systems’ TSUNAMI^® Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs), following Textron Systems’ contract award from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). Under the award, multiple TSUNAMI USVs supported the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Experimentation (FLEX) exercise in Key West, Florida in late April, and enable three months of joint operations with U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and the U.S. Navy Fourth Fleet.

TSUNAMI is designed to meet the U.S. Navy’s growing interest in small, low-cost, rapidly deployable USVs that can support a variety of missions. Brunswick and Textron Systems’ engineering teams worked closely to integrate Textron Systems’ autonomy technology resulting in a modular, scalable solution expected to offer multiple variants. TSUNAMI configurations will showcase the strength of Brunswick’s industry-leading, integrated technology portfolio combined with Textron Systems’ advanced control, communications, and military technology and expertise.

“Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine technology supplier and boat manufacturer, with a large U.S. manufacturing base, brings together a broad portfolio of boats, propulsion, advanced marine electronics, and control systems into a unique integrated package and we’re applying that capability to help enable the next generation of assisted and autonomous capabilities on the water,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO. “We’re proud to support Textron Systems and the U.S. government with commercially proven and rapidly scalable platforms and technology that can be quickly deployed to accelerate experimentation, learning and operational readiness.”

About Brunswick Corporation:

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Its technology-driven solutions are informed by deep consumer insights and guided by the belief that “Next Never Rests™.” Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands across marine propulsion (including Mercury Marine), parts and accessories (including Attwood), and marine electronics (including Simrad and Lowrance), as well as boat brands including Boston Whaler, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Lund, and Harris. Headquartered in Mettawa, Illinois, Brunswick has approximately 14,500 employees operating in 26 countries. Learn more at Brunswick.com.

Lee
Gordon —
Chief Communications Officer
M: (904) 860-8848 | O: (847) 735-4003

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend

Tue, 05 May 2026 14:51:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock of $0.44 per share.

The dividend will be payable on June 15, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2026.

About Brunswick Corporation:

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Its technology-driven solutions are informed by deep consumer insights and guided by the belief that “Next Never Rests™.” Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands across marine propulsion (including Mercury Marine), parts and accessories (including Attwood), and marine electronics (including Simrad and Lowrance), as well as boat brands including Boston Whaler, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Lund, and Harris. Headquartered in Mettawa, Illinois, Brunswick has approximately 14,500 employees operating in 26 countries. Learn more at Brunswick.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this news release are forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, and projections about Brunswick’s business and by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. Words such as “may,” “could,” “should,” “will,” “expect,” "anticipate," "project," "position," “intend,” “target,” “plan,” “seek,” “estimate,” “believe,” “predict,” “outlook,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations as of the date of this news release. These risks include, but are not limited to: the effect of adverse general economic conditions, including rising interest rates, and the amount of disposable income consumers have available for discretionary spending; changes to trade policy and tariffs, including retaliatory tariffs; fiscal and monetary policy changes; adverse capital market conditions; changes in currency exchange rates; competitive pricing pressures; higher energy and fuel costs; managing our manufacturing footprint and operations; loss of key customers; international business risks, geopolitical tensions or conflicts, sanctions, embargoes, or other regulations; actual or anticipated increases in costs, disruptions of supply, or defects in raw materials, parts, or components we purchase from third parties; supplier manufacturing constraints, increased demand for shipping carriers, and transportation disruptions; adverse weather conditions, climate change events and other catastrophic event risks; our ability to develop new and innovative products and services at a competitive price; absorbing fixed costs in production; our ability to meet demand in a rapidly changing environment; public health emergencies or pandemics; our ability to successfully implement our strategic plan and growth initiatives; attracting and retaining skilled labor, implementing succession plans for key leadership and executing organizational and leadership changes; our ability to integrate acquisitions and the risk for associated disruption to our business; the risk that restructuring or strategic divestitures will not provide business benefits; our ability to identify and complete targeted acquisitions; maintaining effective distribution; dealer and customer ability to access adequate financing; inventory reductions by dealers, retailers, or independent boat builders; requirements for us to repurchase inventory; risks related to the Freedom Boat Club franchise business model; outages, breaches, or other cybersecurity events regarding our technology systems, which have affected and could further affect manufacturing and business operations and could result in lost or stolen information and associated remediation costs; our ability to protect our brands and intellectual property; an impairment to the value of goodwill and other assets; product liability, warranty, and other claims risks; legal, environmental, and other regulatory compliance, including increased costs, fines, and reputational risks; risks associated with joint ventures that do not operate solely for our benefit; changes in income tax legislation or enforcement; managing our share repurchases; and risks associated with certain divisive shareholder activist actions.

Additional risk factors are included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for 2025 and in subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and Brunswick does not undertake any obligation to update them to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release.

Lee
Gordon —
Chief Communications Officer
M: (904) 860-8848 | O: (847) 735-4003

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation Releases 2026 First Quarter Earnings

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:15:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), today, released its first quarter 2026 financial results. A complete and full-text financial results press release is available on the Company’s website at https://www.brunswick.com/. The results will also be available on the SEC’s website with the Form 8-K filing of the release.

The Company will hold a conference call at 10 a.m. CT / 11 a.m. ET, today, Thursday, April 30, 2026, hosted by David M. Foulkes, chief executive officer, Ryan M. Gwillim, executive vice president, chief financial officer, and chief strategy officer, and Stephen Weiland, senior vice president, finance and deputy CFO. A copy of the presentation to be used on this call will be available when the results are released as noted above.

The webcast can be accessed at Brunswick.com and here: https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=XoSenHxr

Security analysts and investors wishing to participate via telephone should call 877-900-9524 (no password needed). Callers outside of North America should call 412-902-0029 (no password needed) to be connected. These numbers can be accessed 15 minutes before the call begins, as well as during the call.

To listen via the Internet, go to www.brunswick.com/investors. Please go to the website at least 15 minutes before the call to register, download, and install any audio software needed.

A replay of the conference call will be available through 1 p.m. CT Thursday May 7, 2026, by calling 877-660-6853 or 201-612-7415 (Access ID: 13759795). The replay also will be available at www.brunswick.com/investors.

About Brunswick Corporation:

Forward-Looking Statements

Lee
Gordon —

Chief Communications Officer
M: (904) 860-8848 | O: (847) 735-4003

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Recognizes Global Facilities for Exceptional Safety Achievements

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:50:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill. – April 28, 2026 – Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the largest marine technology company in the world, today announced the recipients of its 2026 awards for exceptional safety performance across its global operating locations. Brunswick is also recognizing 99 Freedom Boat Club locations for outstanding safety results. These honors underscore Brunswick’s unwavering commitment to a strong safety culture and celebrate the employees and teams whose daily focus helps keep our workplaces safe and healthy.

“Safety is our top priority at work and in our communities,” said David Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation Chairman and CEO. “We empower every employee to actively protect their own safety and the safety of their colleagues and others by strictly following safety procedures, identifying opportunities for further safety enhancements, and fostering a team culture built on vigilance and discipline. This commitment not only protects our teams but also strengthens our communities and sets the standard for safety across our industry.”

All Brunswick manufacturing, engineering, and distribution facilities worldwide are eligible for recognition of their safety performance, through: Brunswick Safety Leadership Awards, Brunswick Sustained Safety Performance Awards, and Brunswick Distinguished Safety Awards.

Brunswick is recognizing five operating facilities with the Brunswick Safety Leadership Award for exceptional safety performance, and each location will receive $2,500 or $10,000 to donate to a local charity of its choice.

The five facilities earning the Brunswick Safety Leadership Award for 2026 are:

Clarkston, Washington (Thunder Jet Boats)
St. Cloud, Florida (Mercury Marine, Plant 7)
Ensenada, Mexico (Navico Group)
Dandenong, Australia (Mercury Marine, Plant 25)
Dandridge, Tennessee (Sea Ray Boats)

Additionally, 18 facilities earned the Brunswick Sustained Safety Performance Award, an honor recognizing operations whose safety metrics consistently rank among the highest in Brunswick safety excellence over multiple years. Each of these facilities will receive $500 to $1,500 to donate to a local charity of its choice.

The 18 facilities earning the Brunswick Sustained Safety Performance Awards are:

Merritt Island, Florida (Brunswick Integrated Manufacturing Center / Sea Ray)
Stuart, Florida (Lenco Marine, Navico Group)
Reynosa, Mexico (Brunswick Venture Boat Group)
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin (Navico Group)
Juarez, Mexico (ACME, Navico Group)
New York Mills, Minnesota (Lund/Crestliner Boats)
Bangor, Northern Ireland (Whale Marine, Navico Group)
Fort Wayne, Indiana (Harris Boats)
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin (Mercury Marine, Plant 4)
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin (Mercury Marine, Plant 12)
Milton, Ontario (Mercury Marine, Plant 20)
Juarez, Mexico (Mercury Marine, Plant 22)
Oshkosh, Wisconsin (Mercury Marine, Plant 33)
Suzhou, China (Mercury Marine, Plant 58)
Langley, Canada (Mercury Marine, Plant 89)
Palhoça, Brazil (Mercury Marine Distribution Center)
Suzhou, China (Brunswick Trading (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.)
Willmar, Minnesota (Lund/Crestliner Boats)

Brunswick is also recognizing the following 13 facilities with Distinguished Safety Awards for 2025 performance:

Takanini, New Zealand (Rayglass Boats)
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin (Mercury Marine, Plant 98)
Vonore, Tennessee (Sea Ray Boats)
Steinbach, Manitoba (Lund/Crestliner Boats)
Sparks, Nevada (Navico Group)
Kansas City, Missouri (Land N’ Sea Distribution Center)
Eagan, Minnesota (Land N’ Sea Distribution Center)
Kent, Washington (Land N’ Sea Distribution Center)
Heerenveen, Netherlands (Lankhorst Taselaar)
Brisbane, Australia (BLA Distribution)
Suwanee, Georgia (Mercury Marine, Plant 73)
Panama City, Florida (mercury Marine, Plant 37)
Lowell, Michigan (Navico Group)

In all, 61 Brunswick facilities did not incur any lost-time incidents in 2025. The Brunswick Safety Leadership Award recipients are selected by Brunswick senior management. The separate Sustained Performance Awards and Distinguished Safety Awards are determined by the achievement of specific safety performance objectives, which include incident rates and other metrics.

This year for the first time Freedom Boat Club locations are being recognized as part of the program. The six Freedom Boat Club locations that make up the Southeast Inland US Region are being recognized with the first ever Freedom Boat Club Safety Leadership Awards. Each of these facilities will receive $500 to donate to a local charity of its choice. The six club locations include:

Freedom Boat Club - Aqualand Marina
Freedom Boat Club – Bald Ridge
Freedom Boat Club – Clemson Marina
Freedom Boat Club – Clarks Hill
Freedom Boat Club – Holiday Marina
Freedom Boat Club – Gainesville Marina

Finally, an additional 93 Freedom locations that did not have any recordable injuries (injuries requiring medical treatment beyond first aid) are being recognized with a Freedom Distinguished Safety Award.

About Brunswick Corporation:

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser, and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, Attwood, and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft, and Quicksilver. Our service, digital, and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka, and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 14,500 employees operating in 26 countries. In 2025, Brunswick won more than 100 awards across the enterprise for the fourth straight year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.

Freedom Boat Club Acquires Greater Boston & Cape Cod Franchise Strengthening Its Northeast Presence

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

VENICE, Fla., April 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club and a Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) business, today announced it has acquired the Freedom Boat Club of Greater Boston & Cape Cod franchise operations, the largest current franchise in the Freedom network.

The acquisition includes 21 locations across Greater Boston, Cape Cod and surrounding areas, further expanding Freedom’s growing corporate club portfolio in the Northeast. The transaction also includes a Maintenance Operations Center and Dealership anchored by a 7,200-square-foot facility, strengthening Freedom’s regional maintenance and fleet resale capabilities to support continued growth.

The Greater Boston and Cape Cod operation was founded and grown under the leadership of Matt Carrick and Matt O’Connor, who built one of the most successful operations in the Freedom franchise network. The club is recognized for consistent membership growth and satisfaction, strong operational performance, and a commitment to delivering a premium boating experience.

"This acquisition is an exciting step for Freedom Boat Club in the Northeast, and a natural fit for our growth strategy," said Cecil Cohn, President, Freedom Boat Club. "We're acquiring a thriving club with a long runway for growth in a premier market, a state-of-the-art Maintenance Operations Center we can leverage across our Northeast operations, and a high-performing boat dealership to diversify and advance our fleet resale capabilities. Matt Carrick and Matt O'Connor have built an outstanding operation with a proven track record and a talented team of future leaders. We're looking forward to building upon that foundation as we continue to scale the world’s largest boat club.”

Following the acquisition, Matt O'Connor and Matt Carrick will remain Freedom Boat Club franchisees, continuing to operate their club locations in Ocean and Monmouth County, NJ, and remaining actively involved in the ownership group running Freedom Boat Club of Ohio and Freedom Boat Club of Pittsburgh.

“We are proud of what we built in Greater Boston and Cape Cod, and we’re excited for what lies ahead under Freedom’s corporate leadership,” said Carrick. “Our members are in great hands, and we are excited to remain active franchise owners in other markets across Freedom Boat Club’s global network.”

To learn more about Freedom Boat Club, visit freedomboatclub.com. 

About Freedom Boat Club

Founded in 1989, Freedom Boat Club, a business of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), is the world’s largest boat club, offering a hassle-free boating experience at more than 440 locations across 35 U.S. states, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates. Members enjoy unlimited access to a wide variety of well-maintained boats and the benefit of premium dockside service. With an innovative membership model, Freedom Boat Club provides boaters of all levels the freedom to explore the water, experience adventure, and enjoy the boating lifestyle. For more information, visit freedomboatclub.com or learn more about franchise opportunities at www.FreedomBoatClubFranchise.com.

Michelle
Voss —

Director of Public Relations
E: michelle.voss@brunswick.com
M: (904) 955-0818

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Reports De-minimis Impact from Amended Section 232 Tariffs

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today confirmed that, supported by its diversified manufacturing footprint, the recent amendments to Section 232 tariffs on U.S. imports of steel, aluminum and copper are anticipated to have a de-minimis impact on Brunswick’s consolidated financial results.

Brunswick will provide more information on its first quarter earnings call on Thursday, April 30 at 11:00 AM ET.

The webcast can be accessed at Brunswick.com and here: https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=XoSenHxr

About Brunswick Corporation:

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser, and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, Attwood, and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft, and Quicksilver. Our service, digital, and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka, and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 14,500 employees operating in 26 countries. In 2025, Brunswick won more than 100 awards across the enterprise for the fourth straight year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.

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Brunswick Corporation Schedules 2026 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:02:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) will release its 2026 first quarter financial results on Thursday, April 30, 2026, before the market opens by way of an advisory release, notifying the public that the complete and full-text results will be available on the Company’s website. The results will also be available on the SEC’s website with the Form 8-K filing of the release.

The Company will hold a conference call at 10 a.m. CT / 11 a.m. ET, Thursday, April 30, 2026, hosted by David M. Foulkes, chairman and chief executive officer, Ryan M. Gwillim, executive vice president, chief financial officer, and chief strategy officer, and Stephen Weiland, senior vice president, finance and deputy CFO. A copy of the presentation to be used on this call will be available when the results are released as noted above.

The webcast can be accessed at Brunswick.com and here: https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=XoSenHxr

To listen via the Internet, go to www.brunswick.com/investors. Please go to the website at least 15 minutes before the call to register, download, and install any audio software needed.

About Brunswick Corporation:

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Source: Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation Named to Newsweek's Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026 List for Fourth Consecutive Year

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill. – April 1, 2026 – Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the global leader in marine technology, has been named to Newsweek's 2026 list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for the fourth consecutive year. Of the thousands of companies considered for this recognition, only 700 earned this honor, with Brunswick ranking among the top companies within the Manufacturing and Industrial Equipment category. The award recognizes companies across three key public pillars of trust: customer trust, investor trust, and employee trust.

"We're honored to be named one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for the fourth year in a row," said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO. "Our commitment to 'Next Never Rests' drives us to continually uphold integrity, transparency, and excellence in everything we do."

The ranking was developed by Newsweek in partnership with Statista, which conducted a comprehensive analysis leveraging a nationwide survey of U.S. residents and an extensive social listening analysis of online mentions. Companies were evaluated based on a weighted methodology combining direct survey feedback and broader public discourse across three dimensions of trust.

Recently, Brunswick has been recognized with several national awards highlighting the company's commitment to employee and customer satisfaction, including being named one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2026, named to Newsweek’s 2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women list, and the Forbes 2025 America’s Best Employer for Company Culture list.

To learn more about Brunswick's culture, visit brunswick.com/our-company, and to view the entire 2026 list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies, visit Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026.

About Brunswick Corporation:
Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser, and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, Attwood, and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft, and Quicksilver. Our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka, and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 15,000 employees operating in 26 countries. In 2025, Brunswick was named America's Most Trusted Companies by Forbes Magazine in addition to winning more than 100 awards across the enterprise for the fourth straight year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com

Two Brunswick Leaders Named to Boating Industry's 2026 40 Under 40 List

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill. – March 31, 2026 – Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the global leader in marine technology, today announced that two of its emerging leaders, Vittorio Bichucher, President of Venture Boat Group and General Manager of NAVAN Boats, and Carly Warren, Director of Member Services at Freedom Boat Club of Boston and Cape Cod, have been named to Boating Industry Magazine's 2026 40 Under 40 list. The honorees are featured in the March 2026 issue of Boating Industry.

Each year, Boating Industry selects 40 outstanding young professionals from hundreds of nominations across all segments of the recreational boating industry, recognizing those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and a commitment to advancing the sport of boating.

"We are incredibly proud of Vittorio and Carly for earning this prestigious recognition," said Jill Wrobel, Chief Human Resources Officer, Brunswick Corporation. "Their talent, drive, and dedication to our customers and the broader marine industry embody the spirit of innovation that defines Brunswick's Next Never Rests™ mentality. We are fortunate to have leaders of their caliber helping to shape the future of boating."

Bichucher currently serves as President of Venture Boat Group overseeing the Bayliner, Trophy, Quicksilver, Uttern, and Heyday brands across North America, Europe, and Australia, while also serving as General Manager of NAVAN Boats. He began his career as a Naval Architect and Mechanical Engineer at INACE Yachts Shipyard in Fortaleza, Brazil, and went on to spend nearly a decade as an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company before joining Brunswick in 2024. Under his leadership, NAVAN has become the fastest-growing brand at retail within Brunswick's Boat Group.

"Being named to Boating Industry's 40 Under 40 is humbling, and I am incredibly grateful," said Bichucher. "Boating is my lifelong passion, and I’m thankful for Brunswick for providing the perfect platform to turn that passion into meaningful impact. More importantly, our outstanding teams and dealers at NAVAN and Venture Boat Group inspire me every day, and I look forward to everything we will build together."

Warren joined Freedom Boat Club four years ago and has quickly distinguished herself as a leader in member experience and operational excellence. Most recently, she was honored as the leading contributor out of 300 team members at Freedom Boat Club's global conference. Prior to her career in the marine industry, Warren spent a decade with the NFL’s New York Giants, where she served as a senior leader in the organization's suites and premium services division.

"Being named to Boating Industry's 40 Under 40 is an incredible honor, and I am so thankful for this recognition," said Warren. "The marine industry has welcomed me with open arms, and I wake up every day excited about the work we are doing at Freedom Boat Club to grow participation in boating and deliver exceptional experiences to our members. This is a team award as much as it is a personal one."

To view the full 2026 Boating Industry 40 Under 40 list, visit boatingindustry.com.

About Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) is the global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Brunswick is home to more than 60 industry-leading brands. In the category of Marine Propulsion, these brands include, Mercury Marine, Mercury Racing, MerCruiser, and Flite. Brunswick’s comprehensive collection of parts, accessories, distribution, and technology brands includes Mercury Parts & Accessories, Land ‘N’ Sea, Lowrance, Simrad, B&G, Mastervolt, Attwood, and Whale. Our boat brands are some of the best known in the world, including Boston Whaler, Lund, Sea Ray, Bayliner, Harris Pontoons, Princecraft, and Quicksilver. Our service, digital and shared-access businesses include Freedom Boat Club, Boateka, and a range of financing, insurance, and extended warranty businesses. While focused primarily on the marine industry, Brunswick also successfully leverages its portfolio of advanced technologies to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions in mobile and industrial applications. Headquartered in Mettawa, IL, Brunswick has approximately 15,000 employees operating in 26 countries. In 2025, Brunswick was named America's Most Trusted Companies by Forbes Magazine in addition to winning more than 100 awards across the enterprise for the fourth straight year. For more information, visit www.Brunswick.com.

Brunswick Corporation Reports Record Engine Share and Retail Sales Growth at West Palm Beach Boat Show

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the global leader in marine technology, delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 West Palm Beach Boat Show, one of North America’s leading marine trade shows. Two standout achievements defined Brunswick’s presence: Mercury Marine’s continued growth in outboard share and retail sales growth for the Company’s premium boat brands.

Mercury Marine captured a record-setting 70% outboard engine share at the show, an increase of five percentage points vs. the 2025 show, underscoring the brand’s continued success with saltwater boat builders.

Meanwhile, Brunswick’s premium boat brands, Boston Whaler and Sea Ray, also delivered a strong performance, with increased unit sales amplified by an increasing shift towards larger, more premium boats resulting in a 40% year-over-year revenue increase.

“Our success in West Palm Beach reflects continued strong demand for our premium boat brands and Mercury’s industry-leading range of high-horsepower outboards,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO. “We also saw increasing excitement about the capabilities of Simrad’s AutoCaptain autonomous boating system and we are working on a range of OEM applications.”

Lee
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Chief Communications Officer
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Source: Brunswick Corporation

Freedom Boat Club Celebrates Franchise Network Excellence at 2026 Freedom Forum

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:30:00 -0400

TAMPA, Fla. – March 25, 2026 – Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club and a business of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), recently hosted its 2026 Freedom Forum annual franchise conference in Tampa, Florida. This year’s event marked a significant milestone for the franchise network bringing together franchise partners from across the globe to celebrate a year of exceptional growth and performance.

“The 2026 Freedom Forum represents everything we stand for as a franchise organization – innovation, community, and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional on-water experiences,” said Scott Ward, Vice President, Freedom Franchise Systems. “Hosting the event in Tampa and expanding our scale reflects the momentum we’ve built across our global network. Our franchise partners continue to raise the bar every year, and we couldn’t be prouder of what they’ve achieved with our support.”

A New Benchmark for the Freedom Forum

Set against the scenic backdrop of Tampa Bay, the 2026 Freedom Forum brought together franchise owners, industry partners, and leadership teams for multiple days of education, networking, and celebration. The Tampa Marriott Waterside served as the perfect venue to showcase the scope and scale of Freedom Boat Club’s global franchise network, providing direct waterfront access that made this year’s on-water component the most immersive in conference history.

Highlights from the 2026 Freedom Forum included:

The largest on-water boat showcase in Freedom Forum history, with an expanded fleet of boats from premier brands available for hands-on testing directly from the Forum
A robust partner and vendor expo connecting franchisees with top-tier products and services, from advanced marine electronics to cutting-edge membership management tools
Expanded “Freedom University” programming offering franchisees interactive and peer-led education sessions on operations, marketing and sales, member experience, business development and service
Networking sessions designed to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing across Freedom’s growing global network

Honoring Franchise Excellence: The 2026 Freedom Forum Award Recipients

The conference culminated with an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding franchise partners for their performance during the 2025 season. The following franchisees and team members were honored:

Franchise of the Year

North American Franchise of the Year: FBC of Lake Norman and Lake Wylie
International Franchise of the Year: FBC of Murcia

Individual & Operational Awards

Rookie Franchise of the Year: FBC of NH Lakes Region
Membership Executive of the Year: Bill Edinger, FBC of Northeast Florida
President’s Award: Tracy Ottenbreit and Shawn Ottenbreit
Freedom Cares Award: Kevin Seelig, FBC of Northeast Florida
Marketer of the Year: Tracy Coughlin, FBC of Maine
Trendsetter of the Year: Mariah Lawrence and Tracy Ottenbreit
Tech Partner of the Year: Carly Warren, FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
Guardian of Reciprocity: FBC of the Gulf Coast
BoatClass Champion of the Year: Steven Dobreff, FBC of Lake St. Clair
Golden Wrench Award: Adam Riley, FBC of Lake George

Growth & Expansion Awards

Top Revenue Growth: FBC of the Poconos & FBC of Lake Murray, SC – recognized for the second consecutive year
Top Territory Expansion: FBC of the Grand Strand, FBC of Southport NC, FBC of Ocean Isle Beach, and FBC of Grand Dunes – led by Chris Speckman

Sales Recognition
Sales Platinum Club:

FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
FBC of Seattle and Greater Puget Sound
FBC of Delaware and South Jersey
FBC of Northeast Florida<
FBC of the Gulf Coast

Sales Gold Executives:

Bill Edinger, FBC of Northeast Florida
Tim Foley, FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
Matt Paolo, FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
Jane Osborne, FBC of the Space & Treasure Coasts
Thomas Cutura, FBC of Ohio

Pacesetter Club Award

FBC of Channel Islands
FBC of Wilmington
FBC of Tennessee
FBC of Ohio
FBC of Ocean and Monmouth County, NJ

Excellence Awards

Excellence in Member Satisfaction – Top Coastal Club: FBC of Clear Lake, TX
Excellence in Member Satisfaction – Top Lake/River Club: FBC of Lake George
Excellence in Fleet Cleanliness – Top Coastal Location: Provincetown – FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
Excellence in Fleet Cleanliness – Top Lake/River Location: Louisville Landing Marina Fort Loudon – FBC of Tennessee
Excellence in Dock Staff – Top Coastal Location: Charlestown – FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
Excellence in Dock Staff – Top Lake/River Location: Dunham’s Bay – FBC of Lake George
Excellence in Reciprocal Experience – Top Club: FBC of Greater Boston and Cape Cod
Excellence in Fleet Availability – Top Club: FBC of Newburyport, MA

“Year after year, our franchise partners demonstrate what it truly means to be part of the Freedom Boat Club family,” said Cecil Cohn, President, Freedom Boat Club. “The enthusiasm and excellence on display at the 2026 Freedom Forum is a testament to the strength of our network and the bright future ahead for the entire Freedom Boat Club community.”

Brunswick Corporation Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:20:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill., March 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), the global leader in marine technology, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations.

"Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Brunswick and the force behind our commitment to redefining the marine industry and delivering transformative experiences for our customers,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO. Being recognized among Fast Company’s 2026 World’s Most Innovative Companies is not just an honor; it’s a testament to our relentless pursuit of progress and the power of our 'Next Never Rests' philosophy.”

In 2025, Brunswick introduced more than 100 new products across its Boat Group, Mercury Marine, Navico Group and Flite businesses and brands, many aligned to the Company’s ACES (Autonomy, Connectivity, Electrification, and Shared Access) strategy, which serves as a foundational element of its technology vision. Among these innovative new products launched in 2025, was the Simrad® AutoCaptain™ Autonomous Boating System, a breakthrough advancement featuring full auto-docking capabilities and signaling a new era of intelligent, self-guided boating.

At the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, Brunswick’s Sea Ray brand unveiled the new SLX 360 Outboard, powered by triple Mercury Marine V10 outboard engines and featuring Simrad® AutoCaptain™, steering wheel-integrated controls, dual Simrad Ultrawide NSX displays, Fathom® e-Power electrical power management, gyroscopic stabilization, and Lenco Pro Control auto-leveling. These innovations, fueled by Brunswick’s ongoing commitment to industry-leading levels of investment in new products and technology and enabled by its unique ability to develop seamlessly integrated end-to-end solutions, demonstrate how the Company continues to redefine the boating experience.

The World’s Most Innovative Companies is Fast Company’s hallmark franchise and one of its most anticipated editorial efforts of the year. To determine honorees, Fast Company’s editors and writers review companies driving progress around the world, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process, resulting in a globe-spanning guide to innovation today.

“Our list of the Most Innovative Companies is about spotlighting organizations that don’t just adapt to change—they drive it,” said Brendan Vaughan, editor-in-chief of Fast Company. “The companies we honor this year are redefining what leadership looks like in 2026, pairing bold ideas with measurable impact and turning breakthrough innovation into real-world value. They are setting the pace for their industries and offering a blueprint for what sustained innovation can achieve.”

The full list of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies honorees can now be found at fastcompany.com/most-innovative-companies/list.

Lee
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Chief Communications Officer
M: (904) 860-8848 | O: (847) 735-4003

Source: Brunswick Corporation

Roblox developer Voldex Partners with Brunswick Boat Group to Launch First-Ever Boating Experience in Driving Empire’s “Big Splash” Update

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill. – March 19, 2026 – Ahead of the summer 2026 boating season, leading Roblox developer Voldex has partnered with Brunswick Corporation, the world’s largest marine technology company and home to more than 60 recreational marine brands, to introduce the first-ever boating experience in the top Roblox racing game, Driving Empire.

Beginning March 20, players can unlock and pilot boats from the Brunswick Boat Group portfolio, including the Boston Whaler® 170 Montauk® and Boston Whaler® 420 Outrage, the Bayliner® VR6 Bowrider and the Heyday WT Surf. Additional vessels from Brunswick’s portfolio will be released throughout the year, giving players ongoing opportunities to experience the excitement of being at the helm across a variety of boat types.

“Driving Empire has become a must-play destination for automotive enthusiasts on Roblox, and we’re excited to expand the experience onto the water in partnership with the world’s leading marine manufacturer,” said Stephen Wanigesekera, Senior Licensing Manager, Voldex. “This collaboration introduces a completely new dimension of gameplay while bringing authentic boating experiences to millions of players.”

“Our mission is to increase access to boating and grow participation in the on-water lifestyle,” said Jamie Evans, Vice President of Marketing, Brunswick Boat Group. “Partnering with Voldex allows us to introduce our award-winning brands to Roblox’s large and highly engaged enthusiast audience in a fun, immersive way. This collaboration not only brings boating to a new generation but also creates a year-round, interactive presence for our brands within Driving Empire.”

Players can experience the new boating content exclusively in Driving Empire on Roblox starting March 20. For more information about Brunswick and its portfolio of industry-leading brands, visit brunswick.com.

Vittorio Bichucher Appointed President of Venture Boat Group, Continues Leadership at NAVAN

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:48:00 -0400

METTAWA, Ill. – March X, 2026 – Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC) today named Vittorio Bichucher president of its Venture Boat Group division effective immediately. In addition to his new responsibilities, Bichucher will also continue his role as General Manager of the NAVAN brand, reinforcing his trusted leadership across multiple fronts within Brunswick’s global marine portfolio.

In this expanded capacity, Bichucher will oversee the strategic direction, business performance, and operational excellence of the Venture Boat Group, which includes Bayliner, Trophy, Quicksilver, Uttern and Heyday brands, serving key markets in North America, Europe, and Australia. His proven expertise and vision will be instrumental in accelerating growth, driving product innovation, and enhancing customer experience across the division.

Bichucher succeeds Jerry Newton, who has served as President of Venture Boat Group since 2024. Newton transitioned to a new role as Vice President of Operations for Boston Whaler, where his operational leadership and marine industry experience will be critical in supporting Boston Whaler’s ongoing success.

“Boating is both my profession and my passion,” said Bichucher. “The opportunity to lead Venture Boat Group, while continuing to guide NAVAN, is a tremendous honor. I am excited to work with our outstanding teams around the world to build on our momentum, deliver on our promises to customers, and shape the next chapter of growth for our remarkable brands.”

Bichucher joined Brunswick in May 2024 and holds a Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering degree from the University of Michigan as well as spending almost a decade at McKinsey & Company where he was an Associate Partner. Since joining Brunswick, Bichucher has worked with Boat Group leadership to develop a strategy that enhances the division’s long-term profitability and growth based on a deep understanding of consumer and dealers’ trends. His impact has been felt company-wide, exemplified by his stewardship of NAVAN, now recognized as the fastest-growing brand at retail within Boat Group.

Supporting Bichucher will be John Barbier, Boat Group’s Director of Design, who will take on an expanded role, adding Venture Group product strategy to his current design responsibilities. Additionally, Jeremy Zwick has been hired as Director of Channel Sales for Venture Boat Group, further solidifying the leadership team.

“Venture Boat Group is a vital part of Boat Group, serving as an entry point to boating for younger audiences and home to some of the world’s most recognized brands,” said Brenna Preisser, Brunswick Boat Group president. “I look forward to this next chapter as it brings together a dynamic leadership team with the capability and focus to make Venture Boat Group a growth laneway for Brunswick.”

B&G® Celebrates 70 Years of Sailing Innovation

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Southampton, UK (March 17, 2026) – B&G^®, the world’s leading sailing electronics manufacturer, proudly marks its 70th anniversary – celebrating seven decades of breakthrough technology that has empowered sailors to navigate farther, race smarter, and push the boundaries of what’s possible on the water. Since 1956, B&G has pioneered advancements that continue to shape modern sailing.

“Celebrating 70 years is a truly momentous occasion for B&G, one that speaks to the passion, ingenuity, and relentless pursuit of innovation that have defined this brand,” said Yasser Nafei, President, Electronic Solutions for Navico Group. “For seven decades, sailors around the world have trusted B&G to guide them across oceans, fuel their ambitions, and elevate their performance on the water. This anniversary is not only a tribute to our extraordinary heritage, but also a powerful reminder of the role B&G continues to play in shaping the future of sailing technology. We are incredibly proud of the legacy behind us and energized by the possibilities still ahead.”

The anniversary year officially commenced on March 5 in Southampton, UK, where employees gathered to reflect on the brand’s legacy and its next era of innovation. An event was held at the iconic Island Sailing Club in Cowes, Isle of Wight, bringing together around 100 guests including Navico Group leadership, Southampton-based staff, valued customers, members of the Gatehouse family (Brookes & Gatehouse is where the brand name comes from) plus a lineup of prestigious guest speakers.

The afternoon offered a compelling look back at seven decades of B&G innovation, highlighting the brand’s evolution, breakthrough technologies, and defining moments across each era. These reflections were brought to life with contributions from high-profile sailors who shared personal stories and insights from their time on the water using B&G equipment. Among them were Dame Ellen MacArthur, Dee Caffari, Pip Hare, Sailing Florence, and more, each adding energy, authenticity, and inspiration to the celebration

Adding to the significance of the anniversary year, B&G began 2026 with the launch of the Nemesis^® 7-inch & Zeus^® SRX chartplotter – a breakthrough in sailing navigation. The Zeus SRX elevates the B&G premium offering with an ultra-refined, glass-to-edge display crafted specifically for the world’s most commanding sailing yachts. Powered by the latest NEON™ operating system, Zeus SRX delivers unmatched responsiveness, intelligent system integration, and the most intuitive user experience ever offered on a B&G display. The launch sets a new benchmark for high-end vessel navigation and underscores B&G’s continued leadership in advanced marine electronics.

Throughout 2026, B&G will introduce a series of anniversary initiatives, including:

A limited-edition 70th anniversary logo
A new brand video celebrating B&G’s heritage, innovations, and the people behind its success
Social content featuring testimonials from B&G Ambassadors and customers reflecting on the last 70 years with B&G

As B&G celebrates 70 years, it remains committed to leading the next era of sailing technology. The brand’s dedication to innovation, reflected in milestone launches like Zeus SRX, continues to shape the future of sailing, supporting the sailors who rely on B&G to perform at the highest level.

For more information on B&G and its cutting-edge sailing innovation spanning 70 years, please visit https://www.bandg.com/.

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About B&G

B&G^®, part of Navico Group, is the world’s leading sailing navigation and instrument specialist, helping sailors to sail further, faster and safer since 1955. B&G is an official partner of premier global sailing events, including The Ocean Race, SailGP and features a product portfolio dedicated to enabling sailors to be the best they can be, including B&G Zeus™, Vulcan™, Triton™ and the award-winning Nemesis™ among others. More information is available at www.bandg.com.

About Navico Group

A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Navico Group is the world’s leading supplier of integrated systems and products to industries ranging from marine to recreational vehicles and beyond. The Navico Group portfolio is comprised of industry-leading brands in power management, digital control & monitoring, networked devices, and marine electronics. Some of the many brands that make up Navico Group include: Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-Map, CZone, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, Mastervolt, Progressive Industries, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad, and Whale.