Confluence Watersports will be manufacturing the entirety of its composite boat program in China, effective June 2009.  While ultimately it is a decision to lower the costs associated with manufacturing composite boats in the Easley, S.C. factory, the company said the move represents “the strength of commitment Confluence has to the future of paddlesports and to providing its dealer base with a stronger retail opportunity.”


“This is a decision we came to after a thorough examination of its implications;” said Sue Rechner, CEO of Confluence Watersports. “Our initial cost analysis didn’t bode well for the future of composite boats. Now we see that this decision will enhance the quality of our composite program, enable a quicker turnaround and allow for a more competitive pricing schedule – all while bringing the cost structure down to a sustainable level.”