MasterCraft Boat Holdings, Inc., the Tennessee-based parent of the MasterCraft, Crest, and Balise boat brands, plans to acquire Marine Products Corporation, the parent of the Chaparral and Robalo boat brands, in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $232.2 million, net of acquired cash.

The companies said the combination of MasterCraft and Marine Products “brings together two iconic, market-leading American recreational marine companies. The combined company will benefit from a more diversified portfolio of leading brands — MasterCraft, Crest, Balise, Chaparral, and Robalo — across attractive categories, supported by advanced product development and manufacturing platforms, as well as an expanded dealer network. Underpinned by MasterCraft’s innovation prowess and operational excellence, alongside Marine Products’ best-in-class products and strong dealer relationships, the combined company will have the scale, reach, and product offerings to meet the evolving needs of boating enthusiasts across multiple categories.”

Deal Terms
Under the terms of the agreement, Marine Products shareholders will receive $2.43 per share in cash and 0.232 shares of MasterCraft common stock for each share of Marine Products they own. Based on MasterCraft’s closing share price of $23.12 on February 4, 2026, this consideration implies a value of $7.79 per Marine Products share. The corresponding transaction value of $232.2 million represents approximately 7.2x Marine Products’ expected EBITDA for the twelve months ending June 30, 2026, after adjusting for the elimination of approximately $6 million of public company costs and corporate overhead. Upon closing of the transaction, MasterCraft shareholders will own 66.5 percent, and Marine Products shareholders will own 33.5 percent of the combined company.

The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies and the Special Committee of the Board of Directors of Marine Products. The transaction is expected to be financed through the combined cash on hand.

Executive Commentary
Brad Nelson, chief executive officer of MasterCraft, said, “Today marks an exciting and transformational step for MasterCraft and Marine Products as we continue shaping the future of the marine industry together. We have long admired Marine Products and the success its team has achieved in creating a leading brand for recreational boaters with Chaparral and a leader in sport fishing boats with Robalo. Supported by both companies’ proven category leadership, the combined company will serve an expanded customer base with diversified offerings, drive differentiated innovation, and deliver greater value for dealers and consumers.”

Nelson continued, “Like MasterCraft, Marine Products has succeeded through boating industry cycles with a disciplined approach to managing production, inventory levels, and dealer health while maintaining a robust financial profile. Together, we will be well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities, particularly as demand for our products recovers. We look forward to bringing Chaparral and Robalo on board as we embark on this new chapter, build on our shared legacies of excellence, and generate value for shareholders of the combined company.”

Ben Palmer, chief executive officer of Marine Products, said, “This transaction marks an exciting new chapter for Chaparral and Robalo, and is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees. We believe that MasterCraft will be a great steward of the combined business and an enthusiastic partner to our exceptional dealers and suppliers. In addition, the combination is structured to enable shareholders to continue to participate in the strength and upside potential of the combined company and benefit from a stronger institutional following.”

Compelling Strategic, Operational and Financial Benefits
The combined company is expected to deliver “meaningful strategic, operational, and financial benefits,” including:

  • A proven, diversified and complementary portfolio of brands. The companies said, “Bringing MasterCraft’s category leadership in premium performance (MasterCraft) and leisure (Crest, Balise) together with Marine Products’ market leadership in recreational (Chaparral) and sport fishing (Robalo) creates a more diversified offering to meet the needs of an expanded customer base.”
  • Compatible dealer networks and commercial organizations. The companies said, “Highly complementary coastal and inland dealer networks and commercial capabilities enable the combined company to expand its presence in key geographies and enhance growth opportunities to drive long-term value.”
  • Enhanced manufacturing capabilities with robust technological innovation. The companies said, “The combined company’s enhanced scale and capabilities are expected to support more efficient brand investment and enhanced innovation to drive growth. With powerful product development and manufacturing platforms, the combined company is expected to deliver differentiated and innovative new products while accelerating new model launches. Manufacturing facilities in Tennessee, Michigan, and Georgia are expected to enable the sharing of best practices to improve overall production efficiency, improve buying power, and provide operational flexibility for future growth.”
  • An attractive financial profile. On a pro forma basis for the twelve months ending June 30, 2026, the combined company is expected to generate net sales of approximately $560 million and adjusted EBITDA of approximately $64 million. The combination is also expected to drive enhanced operating margins over time, starting with the elimination of Marine Products’ public company costs and corporate overhead, totaling approximately $6 million in annual net savings. After adjusting for the elimination of these expenses, MasterCraft management expects that the transaction will be accretive to adjusted EPS in Fiscal 2027. The combined company will have a robust balance sheet with no debt and significant capacity, providing enhanced financial flexibility to fund ongoing growth investments while maintaining a disciplined capital allocation framework.

Leadership and Governance
Upon completion of the transaction, Nelson will serve as chief executive officer of the combined company, and Scott Kent, MasterCraft’s chief financial officer, will serve as its chief financial officer. MasterCraft expects to maintain the Chaparral and Robalo leadership teams, brands and employees as a separate operating unit.

Following the closing, MasterCraft’s Board of Directors will expand from seven to 10 directors and include three new directors. Roch Lambert will serve as chair of the Board of the combined company.

The combined company will be headquartered in Vonore, Tennessee and will maintain the Chaparral and Robalo operating facilities in Nashville, Georgia.

Approvals and Closing
The transaction is expected to close in the second calendar quarter of 2026, subject to approval by both MasterCraft and Marine Products shareholders and the satisfaction of other customary closing conditions. LOR, Inc., Marine Products’ majority shareholder, has entered into a voting agreement to vote in favor of the transaction at the Special Meeting of Marine Products shareholders to be held in connection with the transaction.

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