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Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit has donated three G3 boats with 25-horsepower outboards to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. This contribution will aid the DNR in various activities across Georgia’s waterways, including enforcement, education, and emergency response. The donation highlights Yamaha’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and enhances the operational capabilities of the agency.
Atlanta, GA – Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit has made a significant contribution to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) by donating three new G3® boats equipped with 25-horsepower outboards and trailers. This donation aims to enhance the agency’s capabilities across various activities on Georgia state waters.
The Georgia DNR plans to use the donated boats at key locations, including Lake Lanier, High Falls State Park, and Marben Public Fishing Area. These boats will play an essential role in improving customer assistance, ensuring enforcement, providing education, conducting inspections, responding to emergencies, and managing resources effectively.
According to the Georgia DNR, these boats are crucial for the agency’s mission to serve the citizens of Georgia. The donation is viewed as a valued addition to their resources, enhancing their ability to promote safe and responsible boating while protecting the state’s natural resources. In emergency situations, having reliable equipment like these boats is essential, as it can potentially save lives and facilitate quick responses to natural disasters.
The Georgia DNR is tasked with managing and conserving Georgia’s natural and cultural resources. This is achieved through five operational divisions, each having statutory authority regarding the management and protection of the state’s resources. These divisions also provide technical assistance, outreach, and educational programs to the public, underscoring their commitment to conservation and resource protection.
Yamaha has a long history of partnership with the Georgia DNR. John O’Keefe, a senior specialist in government relations at Yamaha, expressed the company’s pride in supporting the DNR’s mission to protect public waterways and ensure the safety of boaters. This collaboration emphasizes Yamaha’s dedication to enhancing the quality of watercraft and the safety of recreational fishing and boating in Georgia.
Yamaha Marine is recognized not only for its technological innovations but also for its customer service, having earned the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) Customer Satisfaction Index award annually since it was established. With over 2,000 dealers and boat builders across the U.S. and globally, Yamaha remains a significant player in the marine industry.
This donation exemplifies Yamaha’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and the community. The boats provided to the Georgia DNR will enhance the agency’s operational efficiency and strengthen its support of vital environmental and safety initiatives in Georgia. With these new resources, the Georgia DNR can continue to fulfill its objectives and meet the needs of the public effectively.
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