FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | August 26, 2025 Contact: cathy@kennebunkportmarina.com | 207-967-3411 67 Ocean Ave, PO Box 2734 | Kennebunkport, ME 04046
Kennebunkport Marina Acquires Southern Maine Marine Services, Expanding Offerings and Enhancing Customer Experience
Kennebunkport, ME – [August 26, 2025]– Kennebunkport Marina is pleased to announce the acquisition of Southern Maine Marine Services, bringing together two trusted names in Maine’s boating community. This new partnership strengthens the resources, capabilities, and value available to customers while maintaining the personalized service both businesses are known for.
Both Kennebunkport Marina and Southern Maine Marine Services share a long-standing commitment to quality, trust, and customer care. This acquisition strengthens that commitment while ensuring customers have access to the full spectrum of marine services under one umbrella.
By combining operations, the two organizations will deliver a broader range of services to their loyal customer bases. Boaters will benefit from an expanded suite of offerings, including more competitive pricing driven by economies of scale, enhanced customer convenience with seamless service across multiple locations, and greater access to top brands, including Mercury, Suzuki, and Yamaha outboards. Retail sales from everyday essentials to bait and tackle will be available. In addition, customers will have full access to professional marine services from advanced mechanical and electronic repairs and maintenance to a broad spectrum of storage solutions.
“This is an exciting step forward for both businesses and, more importantly, for the boating community we serve,” noted Shawn Dumas General Manager of Kennebunkport Marina. “By joining forces, we will be able to offer boaters in Southern Maine better pricing, more comprehensive services, and direct access to a wider array of brands.”
The integration of services will begin immediately. Previous Owner, Paul Lariviere, will remain on the staff at Southern Maine Marine Services, as the Special Projects Lead assisting clients with larger projects, refits, and repowers. Paul will also be applying his 40+ years of experience by leading the company’s marine technician training program.
About Kennebunkport Marina Kennebunkport Marina is Southern Maine’s premier full-service marina, offering boaters exceptional waterfront access in the heart of Kennebunkport. With well-appointed slips that accommodate a variety of vessels, the marina provides convenient, protected docking just a quarter mile from the open ocean and steps from Kennebunkport’s famed Dock Square. In addition, Kennebunkport Marina delivers full mechanical services, a ship’s store, engine sales, and kayak rentals. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and personalized customer service, Kennebunkport Marina is proud to be a trusted home port for local and visiting boaters alike.
About Southern Maine Marine Services A small, family-owned local business, Southern Maine Marine Services has built its reputation on delivering reliable, high-quality marine care to boaters across Southern Maine. Dedicated to helping customers get the most out of their time on the water, they offer a wide range of services—including Mercury Outboard sales and service, boat trailer sales, marine retail store with a full line of marine accessories, mooring services, boat hauling, canvas repair, prop reconditioning, and year-round indoor boat storage. With experienced technicians, personalized service, and a deep commitment to the boating community, Southern Maine Marine Services has been a trusted partner for boat owners for over 40 years.
