Governor Mike Braun announced Wednesday that Boundless Recreation, a fresh entrant to the RV market, is establishing a manufacturing hub in Bristol, Indiana. The company is committing $2 million to expand its 104,000‑square‑foot facility at 705 Maple Street, with the goal of employing up to 115 workers by the end of 2028.
Job growth and wages
Boundless Recreation has already hired 45 employees and expects to continue recruiting across production, engineering, and support roles. State officials say the new positions will pay, on average, 125 percent of the Elkhart County wage baseline, providing higher‑paying opportunities for local families.
Company background and product plans
Founded in 2025 by a team of seasoned RV industry professionals, Boundless Recreation aims to differentiate itself through “quality components, thoughtful craftsmanship and accountability to the customer,” according to founder and president Nate Nickell. The firm began initial production in October, focusing first on fifth‑wheel recreational vehicles, with travel trailers slated for later rollout.
Impact on the region’s RV legacy
The South Bend‑Elkhart corridor already accounts for roughly 80‑88 percent of all RVs built in the United States and Canada, cementing Indiana’s reputation as the “RV Capital of the World.” Braun praised the addition, noting that each new manufacturer strengthens the statewide economy and reinforces the region’s historic manufacturing base.
State support for entrepreneurship
Indiana Secretary of Commerce Chuck Goodrich highlighted the investment as a testament to the state’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and creating higher‑wage jobs. He reminded readers that small businesses constitute more than 99 percent of Indiana’s enterprises and collectively employ about 1.2 million Hoosiers.
Boundless Recreation expects its workforce to expand in tandem with production increases through 2028, further bolstering the local labor market and contributing to the economic vitality of Elkhart County.
Original reporting: WOWO News/Talk (Fort Wayne) — read the source article.
