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Korin Simmons, COO of Complete Concessions, has been named the recipient of the 2026 Women in the Trailer Industry( WITI) Scholarship. Administered by the Women in the Trailer Industry Committee, a program of NATDA, the scholarship supports the advancement of women across the trailer industry through professional development, industry engagement, and valuable networking opportunities at the NATDA Trailer Show.
NATDA dealer members now have access to a new financing resource through Trailer Solutions FL( TSF), the Association’ s newest Member Benefit Partner. TSF simplifies dealership financing by managing the entire process, including registration services, from approval through funding, helping dealers offer financing without adding extra administrative responsibilities.
Debuting at the 2027 NATDA Trailer Show in Nashville’ s Music City Center, the Service Hub will serve as a dedicated destination for dealership service department growth. Located in the Karl Dean Ballroom, the Service Hub complements the exhibit floor by connecting dealers with the tools, training, and industry partners needed to strengthen operations and enhance service offerings.
ACQUISITIONS, PARTNER- SHIPS & EXPANSIONS
Postle’ s New Presses
With the installation of two new aluminum extrusion presses, Postle Aluminum Co. significantly expands capacity to support existing customers, enter new markets, and strengthen long-term supply assurance for OEM partners.
An all-stock merger between Patrick Industries( NASDAQ: PATK) and LCI Industries( NYSE: LCII) creates a premier component solutions provider serving the outdoor enthusiast, housing, and transportation markets.
Air-Tow Trailers groundbreaking in Wapakoneta, OH
A $ 6.8 million expansion project is underway at Air-tow Trailers’ manufacturing facility in Wapakoneta, Ohio. The 76,000-square-foot addition will increase production capacity and improve manufacturing efficiency as the company responds to growing demand across North America.
NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Two new e-commerce platforms, Thunder Armor and Timpte Equipment Trailer, expand Timpte, Inc.’ s ability to serve customers and provide access to its growing portfolio of products and aftermarket solutions.
Timbren Industries expands Timbren SES lineup with new FRBRG Kit for Ford Bronco and Ranger.
Norstar Company today unveils the Freedom 250, a limited-edition Iron Bull dump trailer series built to commemorate America’ s 250th anniversary with bold patriotic styling, work-ready features, and a giveback mission supporting veterans.
To support professional RV technicians, Maxxair, an Airxcel ® brand, launches a new RV Technical Institute( RVTI) Level 3-accredited training program focused on advanced product knowledge and diagnostic skills.
RETIREMENT, NEW HIRES & PROMOTIONS
Andy Hogan Polar King
Polar King appoints Andy Hogan as National Sales Manager for the company’ s trailer division.
Andy Hogan Polar King
Following the planned retirement of longtime Director of Engineering Gary Miller, Aqua-Hot Heating Systems, LLC ® promotes Taylor Moats to Engineering Manager.
Chad Woodward Load Trail
Load Trail announces the appointment of new Chief Operating Officer, Chad Woodward.
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