JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 23, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Mariner's Choice International, Inc. (Pink Sheets:MCII) is gearing up for 2009, having had a very successful showing at the recent Marine Aftermarket Accessories Trade Show (MAATS) which took place July 16 - 18, 2008, in Las Vegas.
This year marked the third consecutive year that Mariner's Choice (MC) has participated at this industry event. The show offers closed-door meetings with registered buyers from national retail chains, national and international distributors. MC took advantage of this opportunity to book meetings with some of the key retailers and distributors. The meetings have initiated positive dialogues, with the expressed intention of putting agreements in place within the coming weeks. Announcements will be made, as each agreement is finalized. These agreements alone would increase MC's distribution footprint in excess of 100% in 2009, along with a significant increase in national retail presence.
A meeting also took place with a representative of a well-recognized brand expressing their desire to have the full MC line of products under their label. The negotiation for a multi-year contract is on-going.
The industry trend to "green" continues to pick up momentum, which was strongly evident at the show. The buyers were there to seek out manufacturers, who can provide solutions to satisfy the demands of the consumers. "MC is recognized as the 'go-to' brand for its full line of eco-safe products. As well, the interest from buyers was very high for our new Treat-N-Fresh Microbial Bilge Cleaner, which takes bilge cleaning to the next level," states Pete Hellwig, Vice President of MC. He further states, "The product has been tested by National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and is registered with the National Sanitation Foundation. As we continue to round out our product offering, we expand the market potential of the brand. MC is positioned for exponential growth in 2009."
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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