Technohull DynaStream Hull Hull stepping can be a contentious subject. Some boatbuilders avoid it simply because of costing, some claim it produces a twitchy ride at speed – which sometimes can be the case – and others embrace the concept and do their homework. However you look at it, a ‘good’ stepped hull will yield […]
Music Matters
… if you’re feeling the pinch, you could go fully integral and add external amplifiers later. Wi-Fi is currently better than Bluetooth because Bluetooth can have trouble streaming high-quality audio … Fusion have leveraged the digital world to produce a system with impressive functionality and connectivity. Whatever we played, it sounded terrific, even faced with […]
Volvo Hybrid and Electric Power Trains
Volvo plan to make self-docking a retrofit option. Complex software aside, the system itself is reassuringly straightforward. Volvo Hybrid and Electric Power Trains Volvo have been building hybrid trucks for some time, so it was inevitable that they would eventually transfer their know-how into the marine world, as Dave Marsh reports … Although all-electric […]
Volvo Penta Set Electric Power Deadline
Volvo Penta Set Electric Power Deadline Volvo Penta have issued a clear statement of intent with the news that by 2021 they will provide electrified power solutions for both their land- and sea-based business segments. Underpinned by the success of hybrid and all-electric technology introduced by the Volvo Group, Volvo Penta’s electrified solutions will demonstrate […]
Mirka Introduce New Surface Abrasives
Mirka Introduce New Surface Abrasives Mirka are extending their range of paper-backed abrasives for GRP and other surfaces by introducing multi-hole discs in their Gold and Q Silver Ace ranges, designed to improve the discs’ performance by increasing their dust extraction capabilities. The new multi-hole pattern reduces clogging of the abrasive surface, increases the […]
Fischer Panda Busy at Crick
Fischer Panda Busy at Crick Fischer Panda UK demonstrated their full system capabilities in supplying reliable, cost-effective electric drive solutions to their inland waterways customers at the Crick Boat Show in May. Reflecting the increasing interest in alternatives to traditional petrol or diesel drive systems, the Fischer Panda stand was busy with visitors enquiring […]
Dyena Launch New Vessel/Crew Monitoring System
Dyena Launch New Vessel/Crew Monitoring System Since releasing their original device in 2012, Dyena have continued to advance their vessel monitoring systems, supplying government agencies including the Royal Navy and the US Navy, and commercial wind farm operators such as E.ON and RWE. Dyena’s new OFFSHORE system provides an off-the-shelf solution for vessel and […]
Garmin Launch Enhanced Live Scanning Sonar
Garmin Launch Enhanced Live Scanning Sonar Garmin International have announced the launch of Panoptix LiveScope – a live scanning sonar that gives anglers higher resolution and easier-to-interpret images of structure, bait and fish swimming below and around the boat than before. Garmin’s Panoptix sonar technology delivered live sonar images in real time – forwards, backwards, […]
Garmin Introduce New Wireless Camera
Garmin Introduce New Wireless Camera Garmin have announced the introduction of their new GC 100 marine camera, a wireless camera solution designed for mariners who want to keep an eye on areas inside or around their boat. Featuring a small, compact footprint with a discreet, weatherproof design, the GC 100 streams high-quality 720p HD video […]
Garmin Introduce New Communication Systems
Garmin Introduce New Communication Systems Garmin have announced two new additions with built-in GPS to their marine communication product line-up: the AIS 800 transceiver with Class B/SO and the VHF 315i marine radio with Class D digital selective calling. Both systems complement the latest Garmin GPSMAP. The 25W VHF 315i marine radio is easy to […]