Twin Vee PowerCats Co. (NASDAQ: VEEE), a manufacturer of power sport boats, has entered into a definitive agreement under which a subsidiary of USFM Corporation will merge with the company, while its Twin Vee and Bahama Boat Works marine business will be transferred into a privately held Delaware statutory trust. The transaction is intended to unlock shareholder value while providing greater strategic and financial flexibility for both businesses. Existing shareholders will receive equity in the combined public company and contingent value rights tied to potential future distributions generated by the privatized marine business.
Upon closing, the combined public company is expected to trade on the NYSE American, while the marine business will continue operating without interruption. The transaction, which has been approved by both companies’ boards of directors, is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026, subject to shareholder approval, regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. For more details, view the full press release at https://ibn.fm/xhjxa.
Twin Vee PowerCats Co. manufactures a range of boats under the Twin Vee and Bahama Boat Works brands, designed for activities including fishing, cruising, and recreational use. Twin Vee PowerCats are recognized for their stable, fuel-efficient, smooth-riding catamaran hull designs. Twin Vee is one of the most recognizable brand names in the catamaran sport boat category and is known as the “Best Riding Boats on the Water(TM).” Bahama Boat Works is an iconic luxury brand long celebrated for its unmatched craftsmanship, timeless aesthetic, and dedication to producing some of the finest offshore fishing vessels. The Company is located in Fort Pierce, Florida, and has been building and selling boats for 30 years. Learn more at twinvee.com and bahamaboatworks.com.
The transaction highlights a strategic shift for Twin Vee PowerCats as it separates its marine operations into a private trust while merging with USFM to create a new publicly traded entity. This structure is designed to provide investors with direct exposure to the combined company's future growth while allowing the marine business to operate with long-term focus and flexibility. The contingent value rights offer shareholders potential additional value from the marine business's future distributions. The move underscores a trend in the marine industry where companies seek to streamline operations and unlock hidden value through corporate restructuring.
