Outdoor retailer closing nearly 60 stores amid bankruptcy
Outdoor retailer West Marine has filed for bankruptcy and announced plans to close nearly 60 store locations across 23 states.
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West Marine has initiated bankruptcy proceedings. As part of this transition, the company intends to shut down 58 store locations nationwide, including sites in Washington and Port Washington.
Coverage from The Seattle Times, Fast Company, Newsday, and Fox Business highlights the scope of the closures, which will affect operations across 23 states. Reports provide lists of affected locations currently slated for closure.
Future updates are expected to clarify the timeline for these store shutters. Coverage does not yet specify the long-term operational plans for the remaining retail footprint.
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Quick answers
How many stores is West Marine closing?
The company is closing 58 stores nationwide.
How many states are affected by the closures?
Closures are occurring across 23 states.
What is the status of the company?
West Marine has filed for bankruptcy.
Coverage (4)
- West Marine files for bankruptcy, plans to close 5 WA stores The Seattle Times · 95d ago
- West Marine is closing stores: See a full list of doomed boating supply locations that will shutter in 23 states Fast Company · 95d ago
- West Marine to close Port Washington store, 58 others nationwide following bankruptcy filing Newsday · 95d ago
- Outdoor retailer closing nearly 60 stores amid bankruptcy Fox Business · 95d ago
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