James Betts Enterprises

Northwest Yachts, based in Anacortes, WA, specializes in crafting custom motor yachts with a trawler pedigree, designed by Steve Seaton. Each yacht is meticulously tailored to the owner's specifications, offering a range of engine options for cruising speeds up to 20 knots. With a focus on open ocean, coastal, and inside passage cruising, Northwest Motor Yachts are constructed using semi-displacement, FRP materials, providing versatility for both economical displacement speeds and faster cruising when desired. The company's fleet includes models ranging from 52 to 75 feet, showcasing a commitment to personalized craftsmanship and performance.Generated from the website

Jerry Husted, Jim Husted and Gail Davis formed Nordic Tugs in 1979. The company s parent company was Blue Water Boats, which built double-ended ocean ketches. However, in 1974 a fuel crisis occurred and powerboat owners curtailed from using fuel for pleasure. Husted worked on finding the right boat for the powerboat market and decided on tugboats that naturally moved slow and would save on fuel, but also had muscle in its design to appeal to powerboat buyers. Nordic Tugs took over the facilities and staff of Blue Water Boats in 1981. The company manufacturers a variety of tugboats, including the fuel efficient 32 Nordic Tug model, 37 Nordic Tug model, 42 Nordic Tug model and the 52 Nordic Tug model. The 32 and 37 models are available in single or double cabin layout. Nordic Tugs is headquartered in Burlington, Wash., with authorized dealers in Maryland, California, Michigan, Arkansas and Ontario, Canada.