JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 8, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Mariner's Choice International, Inc. (Pink Sheets:MCII) is providing eco-safe products to the pool and spa industry through a private label contract with Aquatech Corporation (www.aquatechpools.com).
Aquatech is a member-owned buying group representing over 220 pool builders and 210 retail stores in North America. They are the largest buying group in the industry and represents total annual construction and retail business in excess of $1.5 Billion U.S. dollars. Their product line under AquaValue label (www.aquavalue.com) now includes three of Mariner's Choice eco-safe products, with more to be added at a future date. The product launch at their annual dealer show in Las Vegas was well received by their members, and orders have been streaming in.
Aquatech welcomed the opportunity to introduce an eco-safe line, as it was viewed as a timely initiative. The AquaValue products have been positioned well by the organization to build loyalty within their membership base.
"Most of our private label partners prefer to be anonymous, but our relationship with Aquatech allows us to be open about it, which is fantastic. Their members appreciate the quality of the Mariner's Choice eco-safe line and are very supportive in transitioning those products into their industry," states Pete Hellwig, Vice President of Mariner's Choice. He further states, "The versatility of our product line with multitude of applications allows us to continue on our growth path. Our horizon just keeps getting wider."
About Mariner's Choice International, Inc.
Mariner's Choice provides high-performance and eco-safe recreational and industrial solutions to the marine industry utilizing leading edge biodegradable technologies. Mariner's Choice products reduce the cost of ownership, operations, and maintenance of marine assets. Each product is tested to exacting standards and performance levels of excellence, while providing the greatest benefit and satisfaction to the recreational and industrial customer. Mariner's Choice "green" products and nano-technology is a timely response to the environmental and health concerns that affect people globally. For more information on the Company, please visit on the Internet at http://www.marinerschoice.net.
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