GREENSBORO, N.C. (October 1, 2026) – C.E. Smith Company, a Greensboro-based manufacturer of boat trailer parts, rod holders, and marine hardware since 1967, will exhibit at the International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) 2026. The show runs October 6–8 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida.
Founded as a metal manufacturing company, C.E. Smith has spent nearly six decades producing custom and universal components for the marine and trailer industries. The company operates an 85,000-square-foot manufacturing plant and a 60,000-square-foot distribution center in Greensboro. From there, it supplies OEMs, dealers, and distributors with trailer parts, winches, hardware, and custom-fabricated components. Beyond marine, C.E. Smith also manufactures products for customers in industries such as telecommunications, vending, and transportation equipment.
At IBEX, the C.E. Smith team will meet with boat builders, trailer manufacturers, and distribution partners. Topics will include custom manufacturing, private-label opportunities, and supply partnerships for the 2027 model year.
IBEX is North America’s largest marine industry trade event, bringing together professionals who build, design, service, and sell boats and marine products.
About CE Smith:
C.E. Smith Company, Inc. has been a trusted name in precision metal stampings, fabrications, and assemblies since 1967, serving a wide range of industries with high-quality, innovative solutions. In addition to contract manufacturing for sectors like communications and custom projects, C.E. Smith is a leading provider of trailer parts for OEM markets, with its SMITH brand recognized across the marine industry. Operating from an 85,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and a 60,000 sq. ft. distribution warehouse, the ISO 9001:2015 certified company is committed to quality, efficiency, and responsive customer service.
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