NEWS FOR MEMBERS
MFA sends its sympathy to MFA member Tiffany Yachts following the devastating fire at their facility. We wish them a speedy rebuilding process and much future success.
Tiffany Yachts Suffers Major Fire
Randy Cockrell and his father Tiffany talk about the recent fire that destroyed most of their historic boatyard. (videos by Mike Kucera)
GLEBE POINT—Tiffany Yachts, a boatyard near Wicomico Church that has been in operation for over 80 years, suffered a major fire Tuesday, February 2. More than 100 firefighters from Fairfields, Callao, Kilmarnock, White Stone, Upper Lancaster, Richmond County and Cople District volunteer fire departments were called. The fire started about 2:30 p.m., according to neighbors. A building complex used for boat construction and repair was fully involved when the first trucks arrived from Fairfields VFD shortly before 3 p.m. Thick black smoke from the fire could be seen from miles away. Complete story and video here.
IFAI State-of-the Industry 2009 – In April 2009, the IFAI released a digital version of its two-part State-of-the-Industry series, published in the February and March issues of Specialty Fabrics Review. Part I focuses on the U.S. Industry, covering market size, forces, key markets, market trends, global trade issues and the coming year’s outlook for the industry. Part II gives end-product manufacturers the outlook for four major market segments: awnings and canopies, tent rental, marine fabrication and lightweight structures. The digital report contains information not included in the published articles. Available at www.ifai.com; $39 for members, $79 for nonmembers.
YouTube Channel for Marine Fabricators - Last year at this time we launched our new MFA Web site geared towards the consumer. This year we will be using various forms of social media to drive traffic to our site. We are pleased to announce that we have set up a YouTube channel which will feature videos, by our members, focused on marine fabrication. Do you already have videos on YouTube featuring your work? If so simply e-mail us the link to the video, we will review the video, and consider posting on our channel. Supplier members are also welcome to submit videos. You can visit our YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/marinefabricators and watch it as it grows and becomes a valuable tool for the avid boater.. You can visit our YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/marinefabricators and watch it as it grows and becomes a valuable tool for the avid boater.
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