MAREX, a Norwegian manufacturer known for its innovative recreational boats, announces its strategic expansion in Lithuania, investing 20 million euros and creating 30 new jobs at its facility in Kaunas. With over 50 years of experience, MAREX is enhancing its production capabilities to meet the growing demand for larger, high-performance boats from its global customer base.
MAREX employs around 350 workers across Lithuania and Norway and produces approximately 150 boats annually. The new 10,000 m² facility will add to the existing 28,000 m² production space. It will be equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies, including robotics and process automation, to ensure precision and efficiency in production. The facility will also be powered by renewable energy sources, including solar and geothermal systems, with over 50% of its energy projected to come from renewables.
MAREX’s latest model, the MAREX 440 Gourmet Cruiser, which won the European Powerboat of the Year award in 2024, highlights the company’s commitment to innovation. This model, perfectly designed and thoughtfully crafted, showcases the Norwegian shipyard’s extensive experience in shipbuilding and is among the boats now being produced at the company’s new Lithuanian facility.
In the coming years, MAREX plans to introduce several new boat models, with lengths reaching up to 16.4 meters in length. These models will focus on incorporating the latest in marine design, including improved ergonomics and user-friendly configurations, as part of MAREX’s efforts to serve its global customer base.
The expansion is expected to create 30 new jobs in Lithuania, ranging from technicians and engineers to assembly line specialists. These positions are essential as MAREX focuses on manufacturing larger vessels that require advanced materials and construction techniques.
MAREX Boats Lithuania has signed a cooperation agreement with Kaunas Education Center of Technologies (Kautech) to foster quality of education, training and internships.
Founded in 1973 in Norway, MAREX has grown from a small family business to one of the world’s most renowned manufacturers of high-quality family boats for passionate boaters. With a portfolio of award-winning models, including the MAREX 330 Scandinavia and the MAREX 360 Cabriolet Cruiser, MAREX is known for its focus on customer feedback, innovative design, and unmatched performance. The company’s Lithuanian operations have become central to its global manufacturing efforts, with further expansion planned.
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