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Clearwater Boat Manufacturer RABCO Boats Under New Ownership
RABCO Boats, a long-standing Tampa Bay boat manufacturer established in 1976, has transitioned to new ownership under Ryan Churchill. The company continues to produce hand-built, customizable vessels at its Clearwater facility while integrating modern technology and design features.
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The transition marks a change in leadership for a local manufacturing business that provides custom-built watercraft to regional boating enthusiasts.
Key Facts
- RABCO Boats was founded in the Tampa Bay area in 1976.
- Ryan Churchill is the new owner of the company.
- The company is located at 4801 110th Terrace North in Clearwater.
- The current boat lineup includes the Buccaneer 14, Buccaneer 16, R21, and R28 models.
- Boats are built by hand rather than on a mass-production assembly line.
- Customers can customize features including the engine, layout, and electronics.
- The company allows customers to visit the shop to observe the construction process of their boat.
- Construction materials include composite materials and marine-grade components.
Who's Mentioned
location4801 110th Terrace North“The physical address of the RABCO Boats shop.”organizationRABCO Boats“A boat manufacturing company based in Clearwater, Florida.”locationClearwater“The city where the company is headquartered.”otherBuccaneer 16“A model of boat produced by the company.”locationTampa Bay“The geographic region where the company operates.”otherBuccaneer 14“A model of boat produced by the company.”personRyan Churchill“The new owner of RABCO Boats.”