Contact: Esther Reich Phone: 604-260-3719 Email: [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SUNSEEKER INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS NEW CANADIAN DEALER

(October 31, 2017– Vancouver, BC). As part of its continuing focus on strengthening its global dealer network, Sunseeker International is pleased to announce the appointment of M&P Mercury Sales Ltd as its new authorised dealer for Canada.

M&P has over 60 years of experience in the luxury performance motor yacht sector. With three sales offices (Burnaby, Nanaimo and Vancouver), M&P Mercury is the highest ranked boat and yacht dealer in Western Canada by Boating Industry Magazine and number eight in all of North America.

M&P Mercury Dealer Principal, Bob Pappajohn commented: “I’m delighted at the opportunity to become part of the Sunseeker network and play a key role in extending the brand’s presence in Canada. Our team has a strong ethos towards providing a fuss-free, top quality service and exceeding our customers’ expectations, and I’m looking forward to sharing the unrivalled excellence and sea-going heritage of this exceptional British brand.”

Sunseeker’s Sales Director Sean Robertson adds: “We are very pleased to welcome M&P Mercury as our new Canadian dealer, bringing to bear its strong presence and first class reputation in the country. Bob and his team have vast experience and understanding of this market and will be the perfect partner to help deliver the world-class service our Canadian customers expect. We now have two dealers in the country covering both east and west coasts. Sunseeker will continue to build on this new partnership by further expanding and strengthening our global dealer network.”

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M&P Press Contact Esther Reich, [email protected] | 604-260-3719

About M&P Yacht Centre / M&P Mercury

M&P Yacht Centre is the on-water location of M&P Mercury in Coal Harbour, Vancouver. M&P has three locations in total, including Coal Harbour, Burnaby and Nanaimo, was established in 1957 and is the West Coast dealer for 13 world-renowned boat lines: Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Chris Craft, Fish Rite,

Hatteras, Heyday, MasterCraft, Monte Carlo Yachts, RH, Sea Ray, Sunseeker Swift Trawler and Striper. M&P is the marine industry’s only Five Star Certified marine dealer on the West Coast of Canada and the #1 ranked boat dealer in Western Canada by Boating Industry’s Top 100. With 60+ year heritage, M&P strives to make the boating lifestyle the most rewarding, fulfilling and memorable experience possible. For more information, visit www.mpyachtcentre.com.

Sunseeker Press Contact Chloe Buchanan McKenna Townsend Tel: +44 (0)1425 472330 Email: [email protected]

Bryan Jones Marketing Manager Tel: +44 (0)1202 381111 Email: [email protected] Web: www.sunseeker.com

About Sunseeker International Limited:

Sunseeker is the world’s leading brand for luxury performance motor yachts.

Originally named Poole Power Boats, the company was founded by brothers Robert and John Braithwaite in 1969. The company changed its name to Sunseeker International in 1985 and has since become a global icon, with every Sunseeker the result of an uncompromising and unmatched approach to design, craftsmanship and performance.

In August 2013 a majority stake in the business was acquired by , the headquartered with strong footprints across , Europe and the US. Wanda Group is a committed long term shareholder providing strong financial and strategic backing for Sunseeker’s continued growth and success. In January 2015, they appointed Phil Popham as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

From its base in Dorset on the south coast of England, Sunseeker employs c.2,500 people and produces around 150 boats every year ranging from 50-155 feet. Demand for the company’s larger models continues to grow year-on-year with more than 120 yachts over 100 feet in length already delivered. Buyers have benefitted from the company’s ‘Bespoke’ customisation service which allow individual customers to personalise their yacht. Working very closely with highly professional dealer representation in over 60 countries, service and product support is a key priority in maintaining customer satisfaction.

The Sunseeker range constantly sets new standards and benchmarks. From the dynamic San Remo and Sport Yacht models, through its luxurious Manhattan range, iconic Predator models, and its majestic Yachts range, each Sunseeker is the result of an uncompromising approach to innovative design and engineering excellence. Never settling for second best, it is this spirit of excellence that has driven Sunseeker to its pre- eminent position in the leisure marine industry today.

Sunseeker is recruiting 170 new skilled staff to support the introduction of several new models planned for 2017. The new roles will be based at its manufacturing operations in Dorset, covering construction trades including Carpentry, Plumbing and Electrical, Boat Building, plus Engineering trades including Mechanical Engineering, and Composites.

The current 12 boat range consists of: Yacht 155, 131, 116, 95, 86, 76, 75 Sport Yacht 68 Predator 68, 57 Manhattan 66, 52

San Remo