Cruisers Yachts Celebrates 60 Years Of Brand Excellence

OCONTO, Wis., Feb. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Cruisers Yachts launched its yearlong 60^th anniversary celebration of brand excellence at the 2013 Miami International Boat Show and revealed the designs of the much-awaited 60^th Anniversary Black Diamond Limited Edition models. Proudly celebrating six decades of brand excellence, Cruisers Inc. models were launched and the new company incorporated in Oconto, Wisconsin in the summer of 1953. Its first completed model shipped on November 18, 1953, initiating the company's esteemed reputation of excellence in world-class craftsmanship, high-quality finish, innovation and performance.

"While 60 years of Cruisers Yachts' brand excellence and world-class manufacturing warrant celebration, our anniversary will be more about celebrating 60 years of building owner and dealer relationships, an enormous component of our brands' success," said KC Stock, CEO of KCS International Inc., parent company of Cruisers Yachts, Cruisers Sport Series and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts.

Dealers representing international sales as well as owners, prospective owners and prestigious marine media attended the private event held at the large KCS exhibit at the Miami International Boat Show on February 14, 2013.

From the first model in 1953 to the award winning 45 Cantius introduced in October 2012, Cruisers Yachts is quickly becoming the world's premier manufacturer of midsize luxury pleasure yachts.

2013 Black Diamond Limited Edition Models
The stylish 45 Cantius, the newest model in the Cantius fleet, will be available in 2013 featuring the sleek Black Diamond Limited Edition special package.

"The 45 Cantius showcases our superior workmanship, unique product development and is first in its class to offer a newly designed open floor plan allowing boaters to open up the glass enclosure at the cockpit and experience the feel of an express boat while enjoying the luxuries of a sedan," explained Mark Pedersen, president of KCS International Inc. "Owning this premier model in the Black Diamond Limited Edition represents a distinguished acquisition and will be a masterpiece and timeless tribute to the history, craftsmanship and innovation of Cruisers Yachts."

The 2013 anniversary celebration will also include the unveiling of the designs for a new Cruisers Sport Series model, the 320 Bow Rider, which will also be available in the Anniversary Black Diamond Limited Edition special package.

About KCS International Inc. Headquartered in Oconto, Wis., KCS International Inc. is the parent company of Cruisers Yachts, Cruisers Sport Series and Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts. Cruisers Yachts is known as one of the world's premier providers of midsize luxury pleasure yachts and produces 10 models from 31 to 54 feet in its Oconto facility. Cruisers Sport Series, a world-class line of sport boats, range from 20 to 29 feet, and are designed to create an unrivaled boating experience, while representing a perfect blend of luxury and practicality. Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts combine comfort and convenience with speed, durability and performance focused engineering. Built at the Oconto facility, Rampage Sport Fishing Yachts creates highly fishable express and convertible vessels, 34 to 45 feet. For additional information about these lines, visit: CruisersYachts.com; CruisersSportSeries.com; and RampageYachts.com, or call (920) 834-2211. Like us on Facebook.

Media Contact: Vanessa Welter / Katy Deardorff
For KCS International Inc.
Phone: 850-980-3760 or 414-247-2105
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

SOURCE KCS International Inc.