CATALINA YACHTS, INC.
SEMINOLE, FLORIDA

Catalina Yachts, Inc., founded by Frank Butler in 1974, is renowned for its commitment to building quality sailing vessels. Located at the forefront of production sailboat manufacturing, Catalina has a rich history marked by innovation and excellence. The company currently operates its manufacturing base primarily out of a major plant in Largo, Florida, encompassing 275,000 square feet across eight buildings on 26.5 acres—making it one of the largest sailboat production facilities in America. Catalina strategically shifted much of its operations to Florida to cater primarily to customers east of the Rocky Mountains, resulting in competitive pricing and savings for domestic and European sailors due to reduced shipping costs. With this shift, Catalina has continued to thrive as a prominent builder of both entry-level boats and full-size cruising yachts designed for go-anywhere, systems-rich travel. One of their early models, the Catalina 22, initiated production in North Hollywood, CA, while significant milestones include producing hull number 6,000 for both the Catalina 27 and 30 models, setting international records. Known for designs that offer great value and reliability, Catalina has been compared to 'the Ford of boat building' for making sailing accessible to a broader audience. The company maintains strong leadership with Sharon Day as President and Jean C. Butler serving in another key position. Frank Butler's vision continues to define Catalina's legacy, having built nearly 16,000 units of the Catalina 22 model alone. The Florida base not only supports the Morgan brand but also facilitates development for larger Catalina models. Catalina Yachts is incorporated as a Foreign Profit Corporation in California with operations primarily based in Florida since reinforcing its market position. The organization ensures high standards of safety and loyalty, with ongoing innovations to strengthen trust within their customer community. Officially listed under the filing number P06274, it was reinstated on December 12, 2022, and maintains transparency through annual reports filed with FEI Number 952546214.