The Jeanerette shipyard also has undergone several expansions in recent years.Metal Shark builds nearly 200 boats a year for the U.S. and foreign militaries, law enforcement agencies, fire departments and other clients. Jeanerette-based Metal Shark has acquired an Alabama shipyard to grow its business.Shipbuilders work underneath one of several ferryboats destined for New York City at the Metal Shark Shipyard in Franklin.
Louisiana's Metal Shark bites into Alabama shipbuilder as business expands 2020 Metal Shark 24’ Swamp Shark Dual Console, powered by a 485 HP 6.2-liter V8 engine and the legendary Swamp Shark all-terrain propulsion system. “This acquisition will dramatically expand Metal Shark, as we add an impressive Alabama facility to our growing portfolio of shipyards and leverage Horizon’s expertise in the construction of steel vessels.”Allard said the new shipyard will allow Metal Shark to build steel vessels for a variety of clients, along with offering refit and repair services to the south Florida yacht market.Horizon filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October 2017.
This high performance welded-aluminum monster thrives in extreme shallows, vegetation-clogged water, or loose mud, with a patented hydraulic reboun...Another new Metal Shark law enforcement patrol boat prepares to enter service. Powered by twin inboard 350 HP Mercruiser 6.2MPI engines, this custom-built welded aluminum pilothouse vessel will greatly enhance the capabilities of UW-Madison PD's Lake Rescue & Safety service on Lake Mendota. The company expanded the size of its Franklin shipyard in 2014, allowing it to double production. | Metal Shark is a diversified shipbuilder specializing in the design and construction of welded aluminum and steel vessels from 16’ to over 300’ for defense, law enforcement, and commercial operators. Metal Shark’s Bayou La Batre, Ala., shipyard has delivered its first newbuild, a 120 foot x 35 foot river towboat for Florida Marine Transporters, Inc. (FMT) of Mandeville, La. Here it is, our newest Swamp Shark all-terrain vessel! Metal Shark has grown through aggressive moves. Metal Shark Alabama, Bayou La Batre, Ala., shipyard has delivered its first newbuild, a 120’x35′ river towboat for Florida Marine Transporters Inc. (FMT) of Mandeville, La.. Metal Shark Boats | 6,485 followers on LinkedIn | Industry leader in the design and construction of vessels for military, government, and commercial operators worldwide. Travis Short, chief executive officer of Horizon, is set to join Metal Shark as executive vice president. There was a problem saving your notification. Metal Shark Alabama offers high quality aluminum and steel shipbuilding and repair for vessels up to 300' in length. Jeanerette-based Metal Shark has acquired an Alabama shipyard to grow its business.Metal Shark, a Jeanerette-based shipbuilder, has acquired the assets of an Alabama-based shipyard.A federal bankruptcy judge approved a move last week to allow Metal Shark to acquire Horizon Shipbuilding’s 35-acre facility in Bayou La Batre. The company blamed the filing on its contract to build two ferries for New York City, saying project revenues were not sufficient for the business. Your notification has been saved. The company did not disclose the price.The shipyard includes nine assembly buildings and fixtures and equipment to support the construction of steel and aluminum vessels up to 300 feet in length.Receive the latest Acadiana business news and information in your inbox.
Metal Shark, a Jeanerette-based shipbuilder, has acquired the assets of an Alabama-based shipyard. Metal Shark has significantly grown its Alabama operations since acquiring the yard.
Metal Shark Boats’ Bayou La Batre, Alabama shipyard has delivered a new river towboat to Florida Marine Transporters (FMT) of Mandeville, Louisiana. Metal Shark has a contract to build 10 ferries for the city.Metal Shark also built two 149-passenger ferries for the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority to shuttle people between the foot of Canal Street and Algiers Point. Metal Shark Alabama, Bayou La Batre, Ala., was awarded a new contract recently to build three 120’x35′ river towboats for Florida Marine Transporters Inc. (FMT), Mandeville, La.. Metal Shark’s new Alabama yard is situated just minutes from the Intracoastal Waterway with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Short has been with Horizon for more than 20 years.Allard said Short is well-liked and respected in the shipbuilding industry, and he will bring knowledge and insight to Metal Shark. With its convenient eastern gulf location, 660-ton Marine Travelift, and Metal Shark's proven track record of high quality, on-time deliveries, Metal Shark Alabama is open for business.
Louisiana's Metal Shark bites into Alabama shipbuilder as business expands 2020 Metal Shark 24’ Swamp Shark Dual Console, powered by a 485 HP 6.2-liter V8 engine and the legendary Swamp Shark all-terrain propulsion system. “This acquisition will dramatically expand Metal Shark, as we add an impressive Alabama facility to our growing portfolio of shipyards and leverage Horizon’s expertise in the construction of steel vessels.”Allard said the new shipyard will allow Metal Shark to build steel vessels for a variety of clients, along with offering refit and repair services to the south Florida yacht market.Horizon filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October 2017.
This high performance welded-aluminum monster thrives in extreme shallows, vegetation-clogged water, or loose mud, with a patented hydraulic reboun...Another new Metal Shark law enforcement patrol boat prepares to enter service. Powered by twin inboard 350 HP Mercruiser 6.2MPI engines, this custom-built welded aluminum pilothouse vessel will greatly enhance the capabilities of UW-Madison PD's Lake Rescue & Safety service on Lake Mendota. The company expanded the size of its Franklin shipyard in 2014, allowing it to double production. | Metal Shark is a diversified shipbuilder specializing in the design and construction of welded aluminum and steel vessels from 16’ to over 300’ for defense, law enforcement, and commercial operators. Metal Shark’s Bayou La Batre, Ala., shipyard has delivered its first newbuild, a 120 foot x 35 foot river towboat for Florida Marine Transporters, Inc. (FMT) of Mandeville, La. Here it is, our newest Swamp Shark all-terrain vessel! Metal Shark has grown through aggressive moves. Metal Shark Alabama, Bayou La Batre, Ala., shipyard has delivered its first newbuild, a 120’x35′ river towboat for Florida Marine Transporters Inc. (FMT) of Mandeville, La.. Metal Shark Boats | 6,485 followers on LinkedIn | Industry leader in the design and construction of vessels for military, government, and commercial operators worldwide. Travis Short, chief executive officer of Horizon, is set to join Metal Shark as executive vice president. There was a problem saving your notification. Metal Shark Alabama offers high quality aluminum and steel shipbuilding and repair for vessels up to 300' in length. Jeanerette-based Metal Shark has acquired an Alabama shipyard to grow its business.Metal Shark, a Jeanerette-based shipbuilder, has acquired the assets of an Alabama-based shipyard.A federal bankruptcy judge approved a move last week to allow Metal Shark to acquire Horizon Shipbuilding’s 35-acre facility in Bayou La Batre. The company blamed the filing on its contract to build two ferries for New York City, saying project revenues were not sufficient for the business. Your notification has been saved. The company did not disclose the price.The shipyard includes nine assembly buildings and fixtures and equipment to support the construction of steel and aluminum vessels up to 300 feet in length.Receive the latest Acadiana business news and information in your inbox.
Metal Shark, a Jeanerette-based shipbuilder, has acquired the assets of an Alabama-based shipyard. Metal Shark has significantly grown its Alabama operations since acquiring the yard.
Metal Shark Boats’ Bayou La Batre, Alabama shipyard has delivered a new river towboat to Florida Marine Transporters (FMT) of Mandeville, Louisiana. Metal Shark has a contract to build 10 ferries for the city.Metal Shark also built two 149-passenger ferries for the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority to shuttle people between the foot of Canal Street and Algiers Point. Metal Shark Alabama, Bayou La Batre, Ala., was awarded a new contract recently to build three 120’x35′ river towboats for Florida Marine Transporters Inc. (FMT), Mandeville, La.. Metal Shark’s new Alabama yard is situated just minutes from the Intracoastal Waterway with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Short has been with Horizon for more than 20 years.Allard said Short is well-liked and respected in the shipbuilding industry, and he will bring knowledge and insight to Metal Shark. With its convenient eastern gulf location, 660-ton Marine Travelift, and Metal Shark's proven track record of high quality, on-time deliveries, Metal Shark Alabama is open for business.