Iconic Marine Group (IMG) has announced the acquisition of NauticStar Boats of Amory, MS.

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A successful and time-tested builder of bay boats, hybrids, deck boats, and offshore center consoles, NauticStar will join Fountain Powerboats and Donzi Marine as part of the rapidly-expanding IMG boat division. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. 

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“We moved at breakneck speed to acquire NauticStar,” said IMG Managing Partner Fred Ross. “From the time we got wind of a possible deal with previous owner MasterCraft, it took less than 45 days to put it all together.” 

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“This was a high priority for IMG," continued Ross. "NauticStar has an experienced manufacturing team, a solid dealer network, and an outstanding line of boats, Their 19 boat 2023 fleet extends from 18- to 28-feet which fits perfectly with Fountain and Donzi that rank as top tier brands in the 32- to 43-foot size range.” 

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A major employer in the Amory area, NauticStar, posted sales over $70 million last year and has more than 100 dealers including One Water and Marine Max. 

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Asked about IMG expansion plans and additional acquisitions, Ross wasn't specific but did say, "Stay tuned. We're not done yet." 

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