ROCKPORT — Custom wooden boat builder and designer Rockport Marine of Rockport, has acquired David Jones Yacht Brokerage. This acquisition expands Rockport Marine's offerings beyond the design, construction and refit of wooden yachts to the sales of new and used vessels to and for the company's customers.

David Jones Yacht Brokerage has facilitated the sales of classic wooden yachts for 16 years. The company has represented boats by designers including favorite designers such as Alden, Crocker, Fife, Herreshoff, Hinckley, Rhodes, and Stephens and Waring. David Jones, former owner, will continue working with Rockport Marine for at least one year during the transition of the brokerage ownership. Jones will work closely with broker Evelyn Smith, who will manage the brokerage.

"Joining forces with David Jones is a natural fit. For a long time we've really appreciated the way he does business," said Sam Temple of Rockport Marine, in a news release. "We're certain the addition of a successful brokerage office at Rockport Marine adds value for our customers."

David Jones Yacht Brokerage at Rockport Marine will continue to provide the same yacht sales and marketing services that the brokerage has become known for worldwide. Yacht owners interested in listing a boat should contact Evelyn Smith at evelyn@rockportmarine.com. Buyers who are shopping for classic wooden boats can see all the listings of David Jones Yacht Brokerage online at www.davidjonesclassics.com or on Yachtworld. More information about Rockport Marine's options for new construction and restoration are available at www.rockportmarine.com.

Rockport Marine Inc. (RMI) is a  wooden yacht builder, designer and service yard. Founded in 1962 by Luke Allen, Rockport Marine specializes in new construction, restoration, and design work for a wide variety of boats, from traditional plank-on-frame to modern wood-composite vessels. Rockport Marine offers design services for yacht owners and support services for yacht designers throughout the industry. The facility also provides storage, metal fabrication, and boat hauling. More information about Rockport Marine is online at rockportmarine.com.