ZF Marine grows La. presence

ZF Marine, the marine business unit of the global German-based ZF Group, has secured a new location for its Gulf of Mexico/Inland Waterway sales and service operations. The company opened its wholly owned location in the greater New Orleans area at St. Rose, La., in late 1996, the first satellite location outside of ZF’s North American marine HQ. Twenty years later, ZF Marine is moving to Elmwood, La., a short drive from its current location, and at almost triple the size. The firm will establish a new role as ZF Marine’s North American commercial and fast craft center of competence. The facility will be able to support repair and overhaul activities, localized spare parts, and warehousing. The Elmwood location is planned to open in the second quarter of 2017. (Source: Marine Link 12/05/16)