Morris Yachts Core Repair
As new-boat sales fell sharply during the early days of the current recession, production builders scrambled for cover. Some downsized; others looked to more-thriving markets such as alternative energy; and… Read more »
Author: Aaron Porter
Temperature-Controlled Molding
The combination of temperature-controlled infusion tables and a controlled radical polymerization additive for vinyl ester resin makes the infusion of thick laminate stacks in one shot—a relatively worry-free process. These… Read more »
Laminated Replacement Ribs Installed Before Cure
Despite their pedigree and connoisseur value, former presidential yachts still fall into disrepair. When they do, there are yards like Moores Marine (Riviera Beach, Florida and Beaufort, North Carolina) with… Read more »
Rondal Spars
Everything about the Royal Huisman yard and attached Rondal fabrication shops in Vollenhove, The Netherlands, is clean and professional. And big. When a carload of Professional BoatBuilder staff landed there… Read more »
Trend Spotting – Efficient, Wireless, Hybrid
A handful of recent product introductions confirm progressive trends in the industry. Efficient. Wireless. Hybrid. These terms are redefining industrial sectors—ranging from energy generation to consumer electronics and automobiles—that seem… Read more »
Design Challenge 1
The Pursuit of Pleasure at 2 Gallons Per Hour Now closed for submissions, judging is underway. Design Parameters: 16′6″ to 18′6″ overall length, stem to stern (transom) 25-hp maximum power… Read more »
Design Challenge II
The Design Challenge II has ended. Winners have been selected. Click here see the winners. More Pleasure at 2 Gallons Per Hour Design Parameters: Must be trailerable for affordable launching,… Read more »
