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X-Site is a 8.4-acre, integrated research-and- development site located on Watson Bayou near Panama City, Fla. Opened in 2004, the facility features multiple in-water slips, as well as an office, laboratory and boat-rigging building.

Mercury selected Watson Bayou over 52 other potential sites based on criteria that included realistic boating conditions, available marine technical personnel and the degree of seclusion. Watson Bayou also offers suitable calm and rough conditions in both saltwater and freshwater, allowing testing for everything from high-end offshore race boats to small outboard-powered tenders. Additionally, a combined testing facility adheres to the company's lean-thinking philosophy and migration toward increased integration.

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Every new engine model we develop must complete a grueling validation test at our X-Site facility before it can wear the Mercury Racing name.