Zeus Technology Journal

FOND DU LAC, Wis., Aug. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercury Marine, the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines, announced today two on-the-water events designed to give individuals the opportunity to experience firsthand its revolutionary Axius and Zeus advanced control system technology. A truly radical, game-changing new way to enjoy boating, the Axius and Zeus joystick control systems make maneuvering and docking in tight quarters a simple task, regardless of weather and water conditions -- even inexperienced boaters will be able to navigate with ease. Boating enthusiasts and members of the press are invited to come and test-drive a boat with an Axius (gas) and/or Zeus (diesel) system. The child-friendly events allow all members of the family to experience the ease of joystick control systems.

"It is important for both experienced boaters and even novices who are thinking about boating to try out our Axius and Zeus technology," said Steve Fleming, director of communications, Mercury Marine. "The ease of docking and maneuvering with are systems is unparalleled. It's truly a revolutionary breakthrough in boating technology."

The Mercury Marine test drive events will take place Friday, August 21(st) from 12 to 6:00 pm and Saturday, August 22(nd) from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and is hosted in conjunction with Clarks Landing, Mears Point Marina, 428 Kent Narrows Way North, Grasonville, Maryland. The Saturday, August 29(th) event is open from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and is co-hosted with Price William Marine, 168 National Plaza, National Harbor, Maryland. For more information on the events, Axius and Zeus or Mercury Marine, please visit www.joystickboatcontrol.com.

About Mercury Marine:

Mercury Marine is the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A $2.3 billion division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury and its 6,200 employees worldwide provide engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Mercury and Teignbridge propellers; MotoTron electronic controls; Mercury inflatable boats; Mercury SmartCraft electronics; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. In 2008, Mercury Marine's OptiMax engine was ranked "Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Two-Stroke Outboard Engines" by J.D. Power and Associates for the third consecutive year. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.

About Cummins MerCruiser Diesel:

Based in Charleston, South Carolina (USA), Cummins MerCruiser Diesel is responsible for designing, manufacturing and providing reliable after-sales support worldwide for marine propulsion products. It offers a broad range of power, with available ratings from 115-715 hp for recreational applications and 76-715 hp for commercial use. Cummins MerCruiser Diesel is a joint venture between Cummins Inc. and Mercury Marine and can be found on the internet at www.cmdmarine.com

SOURCE Mercury Marine