Vermont Business Magazine CMS Marine Services, announced today the purchase of Gaines Marina and Services Inc., a full-service marina, service and storage operation serving boaters since 1928. Gaines Marina is conveniently located at the gateway of the United States and Canada at the mouth of the Richelieu River on Lake Champlain. The marina offers a sheltered yacht harbor with over 230 slips and berths for boats up to 120 feet, moorings for 60 boats, as well as a state-of-the-art indoor dry storage facility that is heated, a comprehensive marine service center, a fully stocked marine store and fuel dock. Commitment to customer service remains at forefront.
“The combination of CMS Marine and Gaines Marina offers the opportunity to expand our marina footprint in the region,” stated Mark Saba, CMS Partner and owner of Saba Marine and Bay Harbor Marina in Colchester, VT. “The existing management team, headed by Joe and Naomi Treadwell, at Gaines Marina share our philosophy of operating as a customer focused business, providing quality facilities and delivering outstanding customer service. We are extremely happy to support existing Gaines Marina customers while elevating the level of service and list of amenities over time."
“For the past 7 years the Treadwell family has worked very hard to expand and grow the marina. “You will not find any other marina on this end of Lake Champlain that can compare to Gaines Marina for our level of customer service and care,” said Joseph Treadwell, former owner of Gaines Marina. “In selling our business to CMS Marine, I am confident the passion for customer service will continue and that the Gaines motto of Service is our Specialty will remain. The Marina’s new owners are passionate boaters and focused on the customer experience.” Mr. Walt Marti will lead the business as President and Managing Partner of Gaines Marina, Inc.
Walt has had a strong passion for the marine industry for over 30 years and has a great understanding of the waters of Lake Champlain. In addition to Joe and Naomi supporting the transition, Walt will be supported by the rest of the talented Gaines Marina team who will all stay on with the acquisition and continue to diligently serve their customers’ needs. “Gaines Marina is known for their outstanding facility and their people. The Gaines’ team works tirelessly to meet and exceed expectations and I look forward to continuing this service while building on the success and expanding the opportunities for development,” stated Walt.
About CMS Marine Services
CMS Marine Services provides marina and property management services throughout its portfolio. It is led by entrepreneurs and avid mariners Jim Crook, Walt Marti and Mark Saba. These long-time Lake Champlain boaters and local businessmen have spent their careers building and expanding businesses and creating jobs in the Region. They are actively engaged in the businesses they own and thrive on commitment, loyalty, learning and expanding growth opportunity. Most of all, Jim, Walt and Mark are passionate about investing and giving back to the community through job creation, career opportunities and sharing time and resources in the communities where their businesses are based.
About Gaines Marina
Gaines Marina has been serving boaters since 1928. It is a sheltered yacht harbor with over 230 slips and berths to 120' located directly on Lake Champlain in the town of Rouses Point, NY. It is a full-service marina offering water and electricity on all docks, newly renovated showers and washrooms, mechanics on duty five days a week, gas / diesel / propane services, a 50-ton travel lift, WiFi access, a marine supply store and other amenities to serve those on the water. For more information, please visit: http://www.gainesmarina.com/