6/3/2008 10:33:00 AM
BRP-Rotax on the Fast Lane: The Action Event of the Year
Gunskirchen, Austria, June 2, 2008 – BRP-Rotax offered a unique, close up driving adventure to over 5.000 BRP- Rotax employees and visitors under the motto START ME UP. The engine specialist from Gunskirchen hosted an extraordinary day for visitors to the Wels Exhibition Centre on Sunday, June 1, 2008.
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5/13/2008 6:03:00 AM
BRP-ROTAX INVITES YOU TO THE ACTION DAY OF THE YEAR
Gunskirchen, Austria, 05 May 2008 – BRP-Rotax, Upper Austria's world renowned recreational engine manufacturer, invites the public to a day of test-drives, drag racing, spectacular stunts, and more, on Sunday, 1 June 2008 at the Wels Exhibition Centre. The theme of the day is START ME UP.
11/7/2007 9:40:00 AM
BRP-Rotax celebrates the opening of the state of the art Production Entrance Building (P.E.B.) in Gunskirchen
Gunskirchen, Austria, October 22, 2007:
BRP represented by its subsidiary BRP-Rotax has every reason to celebrate: The new P.E.B. Production Entrance Building has opened its doors and offers both a state-of-the art infrastructure that includes, among other things, a health and fitness center for Rotax employees as well as fulfils the requirements for an optimised “lean production system”.
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9/25/2007 4:03:00 PM
BRP and the Upper Austrian Government to build a Regional Innovation Centre in Gunskirchen
Gunskirchen, Austria, September 19, 2007 – BRP through its Austrian affiliate BRP-Rotax and jointly with the Government of Upper Austria, announced today the creation of an advanced research centre, the Regional Innovation Centre (RIC). Located in Gunskirchen, the RIC will bring together a pool of highly qualified and skilled people and provide them with a stimulating setting for the development of new engine technologies.
7/9/2007 2:43:00 PM
BRP-ROTAX becomes supplier of a new on-road engine for BUELL MOTORCYCLE Company
Gunskirchen, Austria, July 9, 2007 – BRP-Rotax, the Austrian affiliate of BRP, is pleased to announce the production start of a new 1125cc motorcycle engine. The new engine, exclusively developed for Buell, will be produced by BRP-Rotax in Gunskirchen, Austria.
2/15/2007 9:26:00 AM
BRP goes on the road
Can-Am Spyder roadster: the next dimension in open-road riding
Valcourt, Québec, February 5, 2007 – BRP introduced today its first "on-road" vehicle, the 2008 Can-Am™ Spyder™ roadster. This three-wheel vehicle, with two wheels in the front and one in the rear, offers a completely new and stunning look. Powered by a proven 990cc V Twin engine designed and manufactured by BRP-Rotax, Spyder roadster, with its unique Y-architecture, can be described as part motorcycle and part convertible sports car.
2/5/2007 3:30:00 PM
BRP GOES ON THE ROAD
Valcourt, Québec, February 5, 2007 – BRP introduced today its first "on-road" vehicle, the 2008 Can-Am™ Spyder™ roadster. This three-wheel vehicle, with two wheels in the front and one in the rear, offers a completely new and stunning look. Powered by a proven 990cc V Twin engine designed and manufactured by BRP-Rotax, Spyder roadster, with its unique Y-architecture, can be described as part motorcycle and part convertible sports car.
1/29/2007 5:00:00 AM
BRP achieves major milestone
Valcourt, Quebec, January 29, 2007 - BRP and its Valcourt employees celebrated last Friday their one millionth Sea-Doo® watercraft to leave the assembly line, a 2007 Sea-Doo RXP® model powered by a Rotax® 4-TEC® engine. BRP invented the sport and, thanks to innovative features, striking design and unmatched performance, the Sea-Doo brand has been the industry leader for almost 20 years.
12/7/2006 2:18:00 PM
BRP to expand its Austrian facilities
Gunskirchen, Austria, December 6, 2006 – BRP will invest an additional 2.2 million euros (CAD
$3.3 million) to expand its Austrian facilities located in Gunskirchen, to meet increased demand for its
Rotax® engines. The investment will be used, in part, to enlarge the production area and optimize the
material flow, but also to build new offices, locker rooms, break rooms, and a fitness-centre for the
employees.
11/14/2006 11:31:00 AM
BRP-Rotax shelves its V6 aircraft engines project
Gunskirchen, Austria, November 13, 2006 – BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co. KG, an Austrian-based company, announces it will not go forward with the commercialization of its V6 aircraft engines but will continue to focus on its existing range of recreational aircraft engines, the 912 and 914 models. However, the company intends to complete the certification tests of the V6 aircraft engine by December 2006.
6/13/2006 7:37:00 PM
SEA-DOO PWC STEAL THE SHOW AT THE 2006 UIM WORLD OFFSHORE JET CHAMPIONSHIP
CYRILLE LEMOINE RETAINS HIS WORLD CHAMPION TITLE
Aix-en-Provence, France, June 13, 2006 – At the helm of a Sea-Doo® RXT™ watercraft, French pilot Cyrille Lemoine took the first place in the Runabout F1 Pro category for the second year in a row at the 15th edition of the World Offshore Jet Championships in Oléron, France this past weekend. Sea-Doo also claimed the second podium position with French pilot Francky Zapata, on a Sea-Doo RXT watercraft.
6/8/2006 3:13:00 PM
BRP EXPANDS ITS DEALER NETWORK IN EUROPE
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is marking a new phase of its international development by reinforcing its presence in European markets. Starting in the fall, BRP will establish direct commercial operations in Spain, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, the United Kingdom and Ireland, where Jets Marivent has served as its distributor.
6/5/2006 3:10:00 PM
BRP launches second season of action/adventure series "THE ULTIMATE PLAYGROUND" ON ESPN2. Viewers have a chance to win ultimate outdoor prizes
Valcourt, Québec, Canada - June 5, 2006 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), the world-leading manufacturer of motorized recreational vehicles, is launching the second season of its powersports adventure television series The Ultimate Playground...
5/6/2006 12:49:00 PM
Bombardier ATV becomes Can-Am
(Valcourt, Quebec, Canada, May 6, 2006) – Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) launches its 2007 all-terrain vehicle (ATV) line-up and re-brands its ATV products to Can Am™. The Can Am name recaptures the spirit of BRP's unequalled performance, superb handling and advanced design that are unique in the industry. In June 2005, BRP unveiled its new ATV strategy, shifting its focus to ATV and powersports enthusiasts.
4/28/2006 1:20:00 PM
BRP celebrates its 6 millionth ROTAX engine
Gunskirchen, Austria, April 28, 2006 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) yesterday celebrated its six millionth Rotax engine to leave the assembly line. This 4-stroke 1500cc marine engine started a new era in the personal watercraft (PWC) market, when it was originally launched in 2001. It reflects BRP's constant strive for innovation and its ability to revolutionize over and over again the powersports industry with its products.
4/13/2006 3:11:00 PM
BRP invests EUR 5M in its Austrian manufacturing facility
Gunskirchen, Austria, April 13, 2006 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) announced today that it will invest EUR 5M (approximately CDN $7M) in a new equipment for machining and assembly. This investment will create 50 additional jobs in Gunskirchen, Austria, therefore reaffirming the strategic importance of BRP-Rotax's Austrian plant within the BRP family.
11/30/2005 9:26:00 PM
Petronas and BRP sign an agreement to develop a high-performance engine family
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada/Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, November 30, 2005 - Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS) and Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) have signed a joint development agreement (JDA) to design, develop and commercialise a family of high-performance engines.
11/15/2005 5:12:38 PM
BRP expands its Bombardier ATV Outlander series to the 650 H.O. EFI
Valcourt, Québec, November 15, 2005 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) releases the OutlanderT 650 H.O. EFI, a new Bombardier* ATV aimed at one of the industry's fastest growing segments, the 600-700 recreational-utility "rec-ute" class. With its combination of the most powerful engine in the class and lightweight, sophisticated platform, the Outlander 650 H.O. EFI will set the standard in the booming 600-700cc rec-ute class. The new ATV fits into the company's new focus on ATV enthusiasts.
11/2/2005 8:33:00 PM
BRP to transfer its ATV manufacturing to Mexico
Valcourt, Québec, Canada, November 2, 2005 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) has informed its employees in Valcourt, Québec, Gunskirchen, Austria and in Juarez, Mexico, that it will transfer the vehicle assembly and the engine manufacturing operations of its all-terrain vehicles (ATV) to Mexico.
2/2/2005 7:46:00 PM
GRAND FINALS OF THE WORLDWIDE ROTAX MAX CHALLENGE KART RACING SERIES HELD SUCCESSFULLY IN LANZAROTE
Gunskirchen, Austria, February 03, 2005 - BRP-Rotax GmbH & Co. KG., one of the leading engine manufacturers in the world, announces the successful closing of this year's Grand Finals of the worldwide ROTAX® Max Challenge 2004 kart racing series.
9/12/2004 7:24:00 PM
BRP AWARDED "WATERCRAFT OF THE YEAR" FOR SEA DOO RXP
Grant, FL, September 12, 2004 - Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) has been selected by Watercraft World magazine, to receive the coveted award of"Watercraft of the Year?" with the 2004 Sea Doo® RXPT.
9/10/2004 7:21:00 PM
SKI-DOO SLEDS WITH PowerTEK MEET U.S. EPA 2006 EMISSIONS STANDARDS
BRP Offers More 2006 Compliant Sleds Than Any Other Manufacturer
9/10/2004 7:16:00 PM
BRP REFINES BENCHMARK SKI-DOO MX ZX 440 FOR '05
Improvements focus on rear suspension, acceleration, drivetrain
4/22/2004 6:47:00 PM
HERO MOTORS AND BOMBARDIER-ROTAX CONCLUDE A STRATEGIC ALLIANCE ON LOW DISPLACEMENT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY FOR SCOOTERS
New Delhi, April 22, 2004 - Hero Motors, a subsidiary of Hero Group and Austrian-based Bombardier-Rotax GmbH & Co. KG, a subsidiary of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) of Canada, are pleased to announce that they have signed a licensing agreement which will provide Hero Motors with Bombardier-Rotax state-of-the-art, low displacement engines technology for scooters.
3/23/2004 6:56:00 PM
BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS ANNOUNCES START OF BOMBARDIER-ROTAX KART SERIAL PRODUCTION IN UPPER AUSTRIA
Gunskirchen, Austria, March 23rd, 2004 - Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. ("BRP") announces that Bombardier-Rotax started serial production of the revolutionary ROTAX® Karts RM1TM in Gunskirchen, Upper Austria. The RM1 is the first chainless direct drive kart in the world.
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