Navico Group, a division of Brunswick Corporation, is reporting several operational updates at its Lowell, MI facility intended to “reduce fixed costs, improve efficiency, and support Brunswick’s long-term growth.”
The company said the updates build on progress made at Lowell over the past 18 months as Navico Group expands “insourcing” where it makes sense, uses select outside partners and works more closely with other Brunswick divisions.
“As part of the plan, Land ‘N’ Sea will use about 50,000 square feet of available space inside the Lowell facility for distribution operations,” the company explained. “Land ‘N’ Sea will remain a separate business with its own leadership, operating model, and customer focus. Its headquarters are not moving.”
The company said these actions are expected to create a multi-million-dollar savings opportunity while improving how Brunswick uses its existing facilities and manufacturing capabilities.
“The Lowell team has made strong progress over the past 18 months, improving margin, productivity, safety, quality, and on-time delivery,” said Aine Denari, president, Navico Group. “This next phase builds on that work. By better using our space and capabilities, and by working more closely across Brunswick, we can improve efficiency while continuing to support U.S.-based manufacturing.”
Navico Group said it will continue to review ways to use its footprint, talent, and capabilities more effectively as part of Brunswick’s ongoing cost transformation work.
Images courtesy Navico Group/Brunswick Corporation
