Looks like Rocna Anchors has just been sold to a Canadian company. I am hopeful "key personnel" does not mean the people who put them in this mess to begin with (see Practical Sailors last issue) and they do the right thing and build the anchors to Peters Smith's original specifications.
The Rocna anchor is truly a great design. I can only hope Canada Metals Pacific did not bite off more than they can chew in relation to the baggage the Rocna brand is now carrying around.
I wish Canada Metals Pacific the best in this venture.
The Press Release:
"CANADA METAL PACIFIC ACQUIRES ROCNA ANCHORS
Canada Metal Pacific of Vancouver has acquired New Zealand-based Rocna® Anchors. John Mitchell, president of Canada Metal Pacific, made the announcement.
The Rocna manufacturing license has been re-assigned to Canada Metal Pacific. Key Rocna personnel are being retained to assist with the transition and support ongoing activities.
"We have been searching for a line of anchors and anchoring products to complement our CMP™ anchor chain," stated Mitchell, "and are very excited to bring Rocna Anchors into the fold. Their superior performance fits well with our focus on innovation and quality products."
Canada Metal Pacific is a world-leading producer of CMP chain, Martyr™ marine anodes, Octopus™ marine autopilot drive systems and Intellisteer remote steering systems. Company and product details can be found at Canada Metal (Pacific) Limited.
"I am impressed with the manufacturing, engineering, and quality control capabilities of Canada Metal Pacific," said Peter Smith, designer of the Rocna anchor. "I look forward to working with them to continue Rocna's growth as the highest quality, best-performing anchor available."
Contact Rocna Anchors, 7733 Progress Way, Delta, B.C., Canada V4G 1A3. www.rocna.com; dealer locator: www.rocna.com/contact."
The Rocna anchor is truly a great design. I can only hope Canada Metals Pacific did not bite off more than they can chew in relation to the baggage the Rocna brand is now carrying around.
I wish Canada Metals Pacific the best in this venture.
The Press Release:
"CANADA METAL PACIFIC ACQUIRES ROCNA ANCHORS
Canada Metal Pacific of Vancouver has acquired New Zealand-based Rocna® Anchors. John Mitchell, president of Canada Metal Pacific, made the announcement.
The Rocna manufacturing license has been re-assigned to Canada Metal Pacific. Key Rocna personnel are being retained to assist with the transition and support ongoing activities.
"We have been searching for a line of anchors and anchoring products to complement our CMP™ anchor chain," stated Mitchell, "and are very excited to bring Rocna Anchors into the fold. Their superior performance fits well with our focus on innovation and quality products."
Canada Metal Pacific is a world-leading producer of CMP chain, Martyr™ marine anodes, Octopus™ marine autopilot drive systems and Intellisteer remote steering systems. Company and product details can be found at Canada Metal (Pacific) Limited.
"I am impressed with the manufacturing, engineering, and quality control capabilities of Canada Metal Pacific," said Peter Smith, designer of the Rocna anchor. "I look forward to working with them to continue Rocna's growth as the highest quality, best-performing anchor available."
Contact Rocna Anchors, 7733 Progress Way, Delta, B.C., Canada V4G 1A3. www.rocna.com; dealer locator: www.rocna.com/contact."