Falcon Boats establishing Newberry County operations

Company Investing $1.5 Million In New Facility

NEWBERRY, SC – Falcon Boats is establishing operations in Newberry County to manufacture a new line of sportfishing boats. The company purchased an existing building, located at 750 Wilson Road in Newberry, S.C., and plans to invest $1.5 million, creating 35 new jobs over the next five years.

Initially established as Marine Pro in Irmo, S.C., the company previously specialized in boat repair and modification. However, following the vision of company president Stephen Waller and his two partners, Falcon Boats aims to make a significant impact on the bass fishing market. With more than 90 years of fishing experience, Falcon Boats’ leadership has the user experience in mind when manufacturing high-quality, affordable fishing boats.

As avid fishermen with a combined 90 years of boat manufacturing experience, the leadership at Falcon Boats are in tune with what the modern fisherman, both competitive and hobbyist, want in a fishing boat.

The company has already begun manufacturing its first model, the F-215, a fast and stable design that handles rough water with ease. The 21-foot boat features an extra wide beam for added stability and a larger casting deck.

“It’s an awesome feeling to be building boats in Newberry again. We’re starting out small, and plan to grow as business allows, but we have high hopes of producing quality and affordable boats for many years to come,” said Falcon Boats President Stephen Waller.

“Falcon Boats’ decision to expand to Newberry County is a testament to the reputation South Carolina’s world-class workforce has built as one of the best in the world,” said Gov. Nikki Haley.

FIVE FAST FACTS

• Falcon Boats is establishing operations in Newberry County.
• $1.5 million investment to create 35 new jobs.
• The company was initially established as Marine Pro in Irmo, S.C.
• Falcon Boats’ Newberry County facility is located at 750 Wilson Road in Newberry, S.C.
• The company has already begun manufacturing its first model, the F-215.

About Falcon Boats:

Falcon Boats was created with the goal to provide a high quality, high performing, tournament worthy boat at an affordable price. The three Falcon founders have over 90 years of combined boat manufacturing experience. This experience, along with a passion for fishing, provides a wealth of knowledge on what goes into making the best fishing boat. Learn more at www.falconbassboats.com.