Highfield Boats USA, a manufacturer of rigid inflatable boats (RIBS) in America, has announced that its signed four new dealer partners: DC Power Sports & Marine in Texas, The Dinghy Doctor in San Diego, California, Pier 37 Marina in Falmouth, Massachusetts, and St Barths Marine in St-Barthélemy, French West Indies.

“Highfield Boats USA saw boat-show sales increase 26 per cent year over year during the September 2023 to April 2024 season – at a time when many other boat builders were reporting a decline in sales. To support our continued growth, we are continuing to expand our staff,” says Christophe Lavigne, president, Highfield Boats USA. “These new dealers, located across the US and in the Caribbean, demonstrate the growing reach and popularity of the Highfield Boats brand.”

A man smiles at the camera - wearing a t-shirt on the beach. Jesse Carpenter joins Highfield Boats as it takes on four new dealers

Additionally, Jesse Carpenter (pictured) has joined its team as Southeast Regional Sales Manager. Carpenter is an 18-year veteran of the US Coast Guard where he served as a logistics petty officer. He also worked for a major RIB manufacturer for five years.

“My previous experience both in the coast guard and in the boating industry taught me how to identify a quality RIB, and Highfield Boats check all the boxes,” Carpenter says. “Our dealer partners in the US Southeast are very enthusiastic about the brand, and I am looking forward to supporting them.”

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