Somerset, KY — Sumerset Houseboats, the industry’s leading aluminum hull houseboat manufacturer unveils changes and improvements for their 2008 model year. The nation’s oldest and largest custom houseboat builder continually strives to adapt to their customer’s needs and improve on their marketplace offerings.

´“Sumerset is a forward-thinking company and our position has always been to accommodate and satisfy our customers. We’ve built our reputation on this can-do mind-set as we strive to improve our houseboats and the services we offer our clientele each year. Our customers expect the best and we aim to deliver.” Steve Lochmueller, President and CEO

Design Improvements for 2008 include:

• Roof Edge Design Enhancement
• Water System Filtration Enhancement
• HDMI Optical Cables will become standard installation in salon.
• HD Converter Box (DSS) will become standard installation on tracking systems (where applicable.)
• Polished Aluminum Diamond Tread Plate Gunnel Rail.
• Indirect lighting will be upgraded to 12 volt LED
• Flybridge Storage Compartments will be enhanced.
• Upgraded Galley Light Rail Option
• Upgraded Mirror Surround Option
• Newly Redesigned Floor Insulation
• Redesigned Engine Compartment Fire Suppression 18’ Beam and Above

Marketplace Offerings for 2008 include:

• American Waterways by Sumerset has been incorporated under the umbrella of Sumerset Houseboats as a production model which affords the added value of Sumerset Secure – The industry’s ONLY 5 Year Comprehensive Warranty.
• ELITE Series by Sumerset was unveiled as Sumerset’s top line custom model with an extensive array of exclusive options and amenities.
• Sumerset Insurance and Finance Center will open July, 2007 and is a specialty division to help consumers with their lending and insurance needs. The Sumerset Insurance and Finance Center offers a unique insurance policy, making Sumerset the first to combine the application process for Insurance and Finance into one streamlined form reducing paperwork and greatly diminishing the “hassle factor” for consumers.

”2007 saw the introduction of Sumerset Secure - our 5 Year Warranty Program and the expansion of our sales force with our Sumerset International Sales Division. For 2008 we have focused more on efficiency and enhanced design features,” Lochmueller added, “and we are very excited about what the future holds.”