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Transcript of OnH20 Magazine July 2011
July 2011 The Launch Edition
Eco Boating and Marine Lifestyles. Travel and Destinations. Marine Conservation. Marine Gear.
Aegean Magic New A55 Enclosed Flybridge
Seawind 1250 Passage Maker
MUSTANG IS BACK ON H2O And ready for a family adventure
2011 Sanctuary Cove Some Surprises
The Assegai dream. Every Assegai is custom built to exacting standards using only the finest
materials by some of the finest craftsmen in the Australia. From 44ft to 76 feet, the dream can be
yours. Built to chase the giant black marlin off Cairns, but just as at home at anchor in Sydney
Harbour with the family onboard. Assegai is proud to be part of the Pacific gamefishing story.
Don’t just build a boat, build an Assegai.
- Built for life - For an introduction to the Assegai dream phone Barry Martin on 0410 303 074.
ASSEGAI MARINE
Meridien Marina, 5 Cabbage Tree Point Rd, Precinct D5, Shed 6 & 7, Woongoolba QLD 4207 Telephone: 61 7 5546 2798 Fax: 61 7 5546 1697
Email: [email protected] Web: www.assegaimarine.com.au
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2011 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
The 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
offered some surprises amongst the world and
Australian releases on show.
Passage Maker Stunner
Every Seawind 1250 is created to make the
passages their owners dream about.
Mustang Is Back
With an elegant and compact package that is
ready for a family day on the water or a night
under the stars.
Aegean Magic
The new enclosed Flybridge Aegean A55, at home
on Moreton Bay or the Mediterranean.
Inside
NEWS
ON BOARD + ON SHORE
Welcome to OnH2O Issue One
OnH2O - Oceania’s new marine lifestyle magazine
and the official magazine of the Pacific Marinelife
Institute’s OnH2O Eco Boating and Adventures
program. Issue One gives you only a preview of
what is to come. Each monthly issue will offer the
latest boating news, an insight into the magical
marine environment, ways to protect and explore
our oceans, marine lifestyle ideas and features on
some of the best boats in Oceania. Like other titles
the Institute is currently launching it is a vital way
in which we raise funds to support our research
and communicate with our many supporters.
David Joyce
Publisher and Director
Issue 1 July 2011
Publishing Editor - David Joyce
Pacific Marinelife Institute Pty Ltd
ABN 12009 767 631
68/88 Cotlew Street East, Southport QLD Australia
Phone: 61 (07) 5574 3815
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.pacificmarinelife.blogspot.com
* No responsibility is accepted by Pacific Marinelife Institute for the
accuracy of any statement contained in this publication. The
opinions of the writers may not be that of the Publisher or Pacific
Marinelife Institute. Contents are copyrighted.
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Boat Syndication Team Offers Flexibility Sydney boating industry identify Andy Young has
launched Boating Syndication Australia (BSA), a
new concept in boat syndication based at The
Spit in Mosman. Mr Young and his team at
Boating Syndication Australia have managed 20
syndicated boats over the past six years so bring
a wealth of experience to the company. “We are
focused on helping clients find the right boat for
them, no matter where it may be,” he said. “We
can also bring together the right group of people
to share in the boating experience.” In a vote of
confidence in the experience of the new company,
Maritimo Australia recently announced Boating
Syndication Australia as the Maritimo‟s authorised
syndication partner. According to Maritimo‟s Peter Jenkins, syndication
ownership offers flexibility for many prospective owners. For more information
on the syndications available visit: www.syndicationaustralia.com.au
News
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Clipper‟s Hudson Bay Nears Completion
Clipper Motoryachts‟ new-style Hudson Bay 50 sedan cruiser is nearing
completion at the company‟s factory under the watchful eye of Mark Campion
and his team of British and Australian engineers, naval architects and boat
builders. According to Clipper Motoryachts Australia Managing Director Brett
Thurley, “The new Hudson Bay 50 is everything we had hoped for.” Thurley said
the design of the Hudson Bay combined a layout and features that will focus on
families getting away and staying on board while offering a comprehensive
range of contemporary features. For more information visit the Clipper Motor
Yacht‟s website: www.clippermotoryachts.com.au.
Beneteau Announces New Models One of the world‟s leading yacht brands Beneteau has just released
information on a new range of Oceanis yachts. The Oceanis has
been reinvented with the introduction of the 41, 45, and 48 models -
the product of two long years of hard work by Beneteau‟s research
and development team. These modern yachts show a noticeable
development in yacht design, centred on a high performing and
comfortable new generation hull. With its 4 layouts, it is a yacht that
adapts to all requirements. Visit: www.ensignyachts.com.au
Facelift For First Maritimo Dealer
The world‟s first Maritimo dealership
has undergone a name change and a
facelift. The dealership, based at the
original Maritimo factory at Hope Island
in south-east Queensland, has been
renamed Ormonde Britton‟s Maritimo
Gold Coast, has launched a new Web
site and recruited additional staff to
strengthen the sales and support team.
Justin Thorpe, know to everyone as
Spence, has joined the team to focus
on new Mustang sales. Justin comes
to the team from the Maritimo factory
and Kim Britton has also joined the
team in a marketing support role and
will be involved in helping clients with
interior decor decisions on both new
and pre-owned boats. The location at
Hope Island factory gives the Ormonde
team a special advantage. “We have
immediate access to the boat builders
to ensure that every aspect of our
client‟s new boats are going according
to instructions, “ says Ormonde Britton.
“We work with those teams to oversee
variations and special requirements -
and to make sure they are carried out
to the highest standards. For more
information on the new look dealership
visit: www.maritimogoldcoast.com.au
Offsets that make a real difference to our oceans and coastal ecosystems.
Sabre Launch Pad
Sabre Motor Yachts new „Launch Pad‟
campaign will see customers who
place an order for any model in the
Sabre range also receive an iPad 2.
The Launch Pad comes preloaded with
a massive range of data pertaining to
the boat - from the day it was ordered
right through to delivery to the owner.
Information includes everything from
Cummins engine or Zeus pod owners
manuals to guidebooks for all of the
electronics to spare parts and key
items onboard. The actual documents
live „in the cloud‟, so they can be
updated as required, with access from
the Launch Pad.
Emarine Australia‟s Jed Elderkin said
the Launch Pad would also be
preloaded with an extensive range of
marine-related applications from
weather to tides and available marinas.
“ Sabre‟s Launch Pad essentially does
away with the large number of
hardcopy manuals that are associated
with each onboard system and piece of
equipment,” Mr Elderkin said. Sabre
owners will also be able to upload
documents to their boat files when
each service is completed to keep
track of service intervals and service
requirements, and directly report
problems or communicate with the
service departments at Emarine. “We
can then response with a solution to
the issue and get it sorted quickly, at
the same time creating a digital service
log that is accessible via the Launch
Pad. For more information contact
Emarine Australia on (02) 9417 8671
or visit: www.emarine.com.au
Over The Top For Prostate Cancer Two brothers will
attempt an Australian
-first by travelling
around Australia‟s
harsh coastline in a
„rubber ducky‟ for
more than 9500km to
go „over the top‟ to
raise funds and
awareness to fight
the growing incidence of prostate cancer. Beginning in New South Wales (1
August 2011) at the Sydney International Boat Show and finishing nearly two
months later in Perth, the Honda Over The Top Expedition involves prostate
cancer survivor Peter Jenkins and his brother Phillip. Powered by twin Honda
BF225 outboard engines, the custom 8.6m rigid inflatable boat (RIB) will be
home for the brothers for eight weeks. The Honda Over The Top Expedition has
attracted significant support from the boating and marine community including
Honda Australia, Toll Energy Logistics, Bailey Marine Fuels, Jet Torque Marine,
Furuno Australia, BLA, Oceanic Trailers, The Hub Marketing Communications
and Sandman PR. The Expedition aims to raise $200,000 for Cancer Council
Australia for research into effective prostate cancer detection and treatment. To
make a donation, visit www.overthetop.com.au
Institute Announces O2G Challenge Pacific Marinelife Institute encourages
boat owners to offset 20 percent of
their eco footprint in 2011 with the
launch of this year‟s Oceans 2 Green
Challenge. By using a simple audit
boat owners are able to identify what
their potential eco footprint is and
select different ways to offset their emissions, fish catches, boat wash and
snorkeling impacts. Under a scheme to assist communities in the South Pacific
Islands and key habitat projects in Australia, Pacific Marinelife Institute offsets
the eco footprint by supporting rehabilitation of costal forests, seagrass and
mangrove habitats, reefs and fish stocks. Request an O2G Challenge pack from
David Joyce at [email protected].
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Maritimo Launches “Platinum Select” Australia‟s premier luxury boat builder,
Maritimo, has launched a “Platinum
Select” prestige boat sales program.
Maritimo Marketing Director Luke
Durman said the company was offering
a special incentive package for a
number of dealer demonstration
models throughout Australia. He said
the demonstrators include C60 and
C47 Sports Cabriolets, a 440 Offshore Convertible with Volvo Penta IPS
propulsion and joystick control as well as 500 and 550 Offshore Convertibles.
News Feature - SCIBS 2011
2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
The 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show offered
some surprises amongst the world and Australian releases
on show. Most of the new designs and innovations were
either on the water or within the electronics displays in the
main pavilions. Mustang revealed its surprise, showcasing
the new Mustang 50 in addition to the 32, Horizon Motor
Yachts displayed a very modern interior on its new Q70
and Clipper Motor Yachts displayed its new 45 as well as
revealing plans for two new models. Seawind released the
new interior for its flagship 1250 and Ensign Yachts
displayed the new Beneteau First 30. Honda marine gave
us a look at the Honwave inflatable boats for the first time
here in Australia, and a number of engine manufacturers
flew the green flag with new and revised models.
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On the water Sanctuary Cove was once
again transformed into a boaties‟ dream
showroom. Well known brands were
joined by a number of new local boat
builders and new imported brands.
Coral Sea Marine‟s CS55 showcased
what some of smaller Gold Coast boat
builders are offering. The new CS55
power catamaran had only just been
launched in time for the show and
offers a luxurious modern interior with a
full beam stateroom across the bow.
Emarine displayed the imported Back
Cove 30 for the first time in an
Australasian boat show alongside the
Back Cove 37. With the classic lines of
the Maine lobster boats the 30
epitomises Back Coves modern
evolution of a time-honoured style.
Clipper Motor Yachts Australia released
the Cordova 45 for the first time at a
world boat show. This is the latest in
the semi-displacement Cordova range
and features walk-around decks, a
large cockpit, elegant teak timberwork
through the interior and comfortable
two-cabin accommodation with a large
bathroom. Clipper also showcased the
soon to be launched Hudson Bay 50
and at a function of owners and media,
launched the new Orion 50 and 60, two
expedition style yachts.
Recently purchased by MasterCraft, the
USA based Hydra-Sports boats was at
Sanctuary Cove releasing their 3000CC
in the southern hemisphere for the first
time. Staying with new releases of the
smaller boats, over on the Mustang by
Maritimo display, Bill-Barry Cotter and
team showed off the Mustang 32 for
the first time, and in a well guarded
secret, surprised show goers with the
release of the Mustang 50. The 32 was
an instant hit and is very well suited for
families looking for a smaller boat that
offers them some comforts for either a
day on the water or a weekend away.
Alongside at the Maritimo display many
of the boats were boosting the new
interiors by designer David Stewart.
Headlining the display was the new
C53 Sports Cabriolet with its stylish
transom, cockpit lounge and modern
luxurious saloon. Also on display was
the sleek new-style M48 Series II
Motoryacht that was recently launched
to celebrate 100 sales of the model.
Two of the 70 plus footers on display
this year included the new Horizon
Elegance Q70 in a world release from
Horizon Motor Yachts and Princess
Yachts Australia showcased the
Princess 72 for the first time in this
country. Luxury was on offer, both on
board and on the wharf for Princess
guests who enjoyed VIP hospitality
1. Hydra-sport 3000CC 9.04m Sportfisher 2. Back Cove 30 motor yacht from Emarine 3. Horizon Elegance Q70 4. CS55 catamaran from Coral Sea Marine 5. Maritimo M48 Series II 6. Princess 72 from Princess Yachts Australia 7. Cabo 40 Zeus from Game and Leisure Boats
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in Princess Yachts Australia floating
display centre and lounge. Another well
know international brand on display
was Cabo with the Cabo 40 Flybridge
Zeus game fisher on display for the first
time in Australia. The 40 featured an
updated interior and Zeus drive system
that is proving to offer increased speed
and longer cursing range through better
fuel economy. Ensign Powerboats had
the Bavaria 38 on display. Bavaria
teamed up with BMW to design this
powerboat. The 11.8m two cabin vessel
offers smaller engines to reduce fuel
and maintenance costs, an above deck
level bathing area and greater access
to the forward deck with walk-around
decks. Back with the Australian
manufacturers, Riviera launched two
models on the world market, the 61
Series II Flybridge and the 53 Enclosed
Flybridge. The 53 is the first Riviera in
this size bracket to offer an enclosed
Flybridge and the first Riviera flybridge
in the 50ft range to offer a full-beam
master stateroom with king-size bed
and ensuite.
Australian sailing yacht craftsmanship
was on display as Seawind unveiled a
completely new interior layout for its
flagship Seawind 1250, complete with
new beech timberwork and luxurious
leather upholstery. Seawind also
launched its Corsair brand with the new
C37 Trimaran on display. Both brands
on display together for the first time
after Seawind purchased Corsair in
October 2010. The C37 was on display
alongside a Corsair 24ft Dash Trimaran
which was recently nominated for the
European Boat of the Year.
Ensign Yachts released the Beneteau
First 30 yacht to the Australian market
during the show. The First 30 delivers
the best of both worlds as a cruiser
sailboat, which as emphasis on racing
but is substantially equipped for
comfortable cursing. Collaborations
with two respected names in the
industry, naval architect Juan
Kouyoumdjian and sailor Michel
Desjoyeaux, have resulted in this
Beneteau model delivering both style
and speed.
Catalina followed up with two Australian
releases of its own, debuting their
Catalina 445 and 355. The beautiful
teak finishes of both models and sporty
design are why these two have won a
number of awards. The Catalina 355
won 2011 Cruising World magazine
Domestic Boat of the Year award and
the Catalina 445 was named Sail
Magazine‟s Best Boat 2010 and was
named Best Full-Size Cruiser by
Cruising World 2010.
8. Clipper Motor Yachts Cordova 45 9. Riviera 53 Enclosed Flybridge 10. Corsair C37 Trimaran from Seawind 11. Seawind 1250 12. Beneteau First 30 from Ensign Yachts 13. Catalina 355 from Ausail Marine Group
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Off the water, the 2011 Sanctuary Cove
International Boat Show showcased the
best Australia and the rest of the world
had to offer in marine electronics, boat
trimming products and engines; inside
the two pavilions that offered some
shelter from the rain that moved over
the show venue for the first three days.
Inside the main pavilion Flexiteek
Oceania was showcasing one such
product. Their Flexiteek is now sold in
more than 65 countries and is the
preferred choice for new decks with a
range of boat builders around the
globe. The Flexiteek decks are non-
skid both in wet and dry conditions, are
UV stable and carry a five year
warranty. The unique world patented
product has each plank welded
together using both hand and ultra-
sonic welding techniques.
And what is sure to soon be launched
from many of the Flexiteek decks is the
new Honwave inflatable boat range that
Honda Marine released in Australia at
the show. Built with the same quality
and design insight as other Honda
Marine products, the Honwave has long
been on Australia‟s wish list and has
been popular in Europe for many years.
When back on board, and there was a
great range of soft furnishing and trim
products such Ocean Solutions WIC
Comfort Seat Lounge Bed to look at.
Power and electronics were on display
in engine alley and inside the pavilions.
Cummins Mercruiser showcased three
Zeus models ranging in size from
480hp to 715hp that are available in
triple and quadruple configurations
delivering a total power range of 710hp
through to a whopping 2860hp (4 x
715hp). On the light weight and green
side, Torqeedo displayed their Cruise
double electric engines that are proving
to be real alternative engine for small
tenders.
For the helm area, three products stood
out. Twin Disc‟s Electronic Joystick
System, that offers pod-like directional
control for shaft /thruster enabled boats
proved popular with on-water tests.
Navico launched the new touch-screen
Simrad NSS Sport chart plotter and
multi-function display that offers touch
screen, key-pad and rotary control.
Plus JN Taylor and Co released the
new Maxsea Timezero Professional
Fishing software, Maxsea PLOT with
features such as Personal Bathymetric
Generator displaying the seafloor in 3D.
Next year’s SCIBS Dates: May 24-27.
1. Flexiteek deck product 2. Honda Marine’s Honwave inflatable boat 3. Navico Simrad NSS Sport Multi-function display 4. Twin Disc Elec-tronic Joy Stick (EJS) 5. Ocean Solutions WIC Comfort Seat Lounge Bed 6. Maxsea PLOT from JN Taylor & co 7. Torqeedo Cruise Electric Engine 8. Cummins Mercruiser Zeus 3000 Pod Drive System
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Passage Making
Every Seawind is created to make the passages their owners dream about, and the upgrades to the Seawind 1250 has enhanced this passage maker into an absolute stunner.
Words David Joyce Photos Seawind Catamarans
Stunner
Boat Review - Seawind 1250
Seawind Catamarans, Australia‟s
most successful and awarded sailing
boat manufacturer has upgraded the
interior of their flagship boat, the 41ft
Seawind 1250, which has turned an
already impressive catamaran into an
absolute stunner. What makes the
Seawind 1250 a favourite amongst
many is still there, and enhanced by
the interior upgrades such as beech
timberwork, an office in addition to the
navigator‟s table and the option of
luxurious leather upholstery.
Stepping aboard the Seawind 1250
and the first impression you get is the
great use of space, with the large
cockpit opening up into the saloon
through the clever tri-fold doors. With
the cockpit such an important part of
any yacht, Seawind has always paid
particular attention to getting this right.
There are port and starboard
independent helms, both with steering
compasses. The port helm has twin
engine throttle controls and engine
instrumentation. A new feature, an
electric window in front of the port
helm gives complete access to the
chart plotter located on a rotating arm
inside the saloon.
The cockpit is enclosed by a Targa
roof offering great protection from the
elements. Two skylights above the
helms provide easy sightings of the
rigging and manual and electric
winches located beside the helms
offer complete solo sailing capabilities
from within the cockpit. A true
advantage with bluewater passage
making a real option for the 1250.
Functionality of the cockpit was an
important part of the design, with
ample seating along the stern rail
either side of the stainless steel
barbeque. The small tender is swung
neatly amidships between the hulls
which have good swimmer access to
the water with a folding stainless steel
ladder on the port side hull. Helm
seats have a folding back so that
when reversed, become a seat facing
the stern seats. There is an icebox
under the port helm seat, and storage
under the starboard helm seat. A
great feature of the Seawinds is the
folding tri-doors that have a folding
mechanism that allows the doors to
retract up into the Targa roof.
These fold away doors create an
enormous saloon space. But the role
of a bluewater passage maker was
not lost on the design team, and a
timber edged lip will easily keep water
in the cockpit from entering the
saloon. Inside the saloon a u-shaped
dinette and polished timber table is
located forward under the panoramic
windows that offer 360 views. The
dinette has a daybed that is created
by moving the single cushioned seat
to in front of the lounge adjacent to the
navigator‟s desk on the port side. A
cocktail cabinet is located under the
daybed and to create an even more
versatile space, the table lowers to
create either a coffee table or double
bed. Two forward opening windows
allow plenty of cross ventilation.
Down the port side stairs and you find
the companion way leading to the
Owner's cabin, office or the main
bathroom. The large panoramic
windows running along the entire side
give the impression of space when
combined with the light colour of the
timber floors. The forward Owner's
cabin has a queen bed that is set
athwartships. Two overhead hatches
offer light and ventilation and there is
ample storage in the forward bulkhead
and underneath the bed. Come aft
along the companion way and there is
either a book shelf or optional office .
The optional compact companionway
workstation could easily fit a laptop
computer and printer, as well as small
charts or opened manuals on its desk
top. Under the desk top is a storage
compartment that opens from the top.
Come aft again past the stairs and
you find the port head/ bathroom that
makes good use of the space with a
vanity with storage underneath, a sink
and toilet plus an enclosed glass
shower.
Cross the saloon and down the
starboard stairs and you enter the
galley to the left, or aft guest cabin to
the right. The 1250 also has the option
of an up galley, but the down galley
option allows you to make the most of
the vast saloon. Panoramic windows
again open this space up and offer
those working at the double bowl sink
some of the best water views. There is
a pull-out 60L freezer, three burner
gas cook top and oven, as well as a
130L upright fridge. For the chef in all
of us, the Polystone counter surfaces
offer plenty of workspace and ample
under bench storage and draws. With
the choice of one or two above bench
cabinets with sliding doors on the
inboard side of the galley.
The forward starboard guest cabin
has queen bed and ensuite with sink,
toilet and open shower. While the aft
guest cabin has a double bed. Each of
the three cabins has carpet coverings
on the floors which add a sense of
warmth and luxury to these areas.
Simulated teak and holly timber floors
throughout the saloon, galley, port and
starboard companionways, and stairs,
as well as the polished timber doors
and polished trim along many edges
throughout the boat add to the quality
of the overall vessel.
For those shorter passages there is a
700L freshwater tank, but the option of
a desalination unit extends the range
between ports of call.
Power comes from 2 x 29 hp Yanmar
saildrive diesel engines. Fuel capacity
is 440 L across two survey approved
pressurised tanks. Quality electrical
systems and marine grade wiring to
high Australian standards is used
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throughout the boat and controlled
from a high quality DC switch panel
located on the port side stair way.
LED recessed 12V interior lights are
used throughout and LED navigation
lights are used externally.
Seawind‟s quality includes attention to
detail in the rigging and sails. The
fully battened mainsail is of a triple
stitched construction with fibreglass
battens and set on rolling bearing
batten cars. All lanyards and reefing
lines lead back to the cockpit through
quality turning blocks and Spinlock
rope clutches.
The attention to detail in the Seawind
1250 certainly makes the vessel very
capable of helping an owner for fill
their dreams of a bluewater passage
along Australia‟s East Coast. And it is
certainly more than capable of making
the passage into the South Pacific or
around the wild coast of Tasmania.
But it also has the flexibility to offer a
family some truly wonderful weekends
away or afternoons on the water.
Seawind‟s growing loyal cliental must
be testament to the quality of the
boats they are producing and the
changes to the 1250 can certainly
only enhance this sailing brand‟s
reputation. We will no doubt see more
and more of the new 1250 and the
company‟s smaller boats in locations
around the South Pacific.
Seawind 1250 Price: Contact your Seawind Dealer
Length Overall 12.45 m 41 ft
Beam 6.8m 22.44 ft
Draft 1.16m 3.08 ft
Underwing Clearance 0.80 m 2.06 ft
Displacement 8.24 tonnes
Fuel Capacity 480 L
Water Capacity 700 L
Sleeping Cabins 3 - 4
Sleeping Capacity 7 - 10
Engines 2 29hp Yanmar Diesels
Seawind Catamarans
Telephone +61 2 4285 9985
Email: [email protected]
Web: seawindcats.com
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Support marine research next time you need Finance.
MUSTANG IS BACK With an elegant and compact package that is ready for a
family day on the water or a night under the stars
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The famed Mustang brand is back on the water after its
release at the 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat
Show. Bill Barry-Cotter and the team at Maritimo have
given new life to a brand that is part of Australian boating
heritage. The Mustang 32 Sports Cruiser is a beautifully
designed boat, that is prefect for family boating whether it
be a run across the bay for a picnic on the beach or an
overnight stay in an inlet under the stars. With an all new
design from keel up, the 32 Sports Cruiser has set the
standard for what is to come from this Australian icon.
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Words David Joyce Photos Mustang by Maritimo
Boat Review - Mustang 32 Sports Cruiser
A kick to the surface ends a morning
snorkel with the kids and the wonders
of Moreton Bay. From the lounge on
the swim platform Mum gives a wave
and a smile. This could certainly be
what they meant when they coined the
phrase - a „Mustang Moment‟. And it is
certainly how I would like to start a
Sunday morning, if given the chance.
If this was your moment, you would
swim lazily across to the elegant and
compact Mustang 32 Sports Cruiser
lying at anchor. Then use the stainless
steel ladder tucked under the swim
platform to climb on board, wrap the
kids into thick beach towels, and step
through the transom door into the teak
decked cockpit. Before enjoying a
breakfast cooked in the small gourmet
galley, in the warmth of the sun on the
luxurious L-shaped lounge.
The heart of the 32 is its cockpit with a
beautiful teak floor that would normally
belong on a much larger Maritimo or
custom Sportfisher. There is plenty of
room to relax and entertain the family
and a couple of good friends. The fold
-out high gloss teak dinette table will
seat four, and comfortably seat six
with the addition of two folding chairs,
but when not folded out, the table has
clever tumbler holders set into the
teak base. A large proportion of the
cockpit is protected by the hard-top
and its over hang, and the addition of
protective clears creates a very cosy
place to enjoy a meal at night if there
is a cool breeze coming off the water,
or the weather has turned a little
ordinary. A sliding sunroof built into
the hard-top allows even more light
and air to enter the cockpit when the
weather is at its best.
Up forward, the enclosed cockpit has
a helm on the starboard side and the
compact gourmet galley on the port
side. Enclosed on three sides by large
panoramic windows, the entire cockpit
is protected from spray when the boat
is at speed. The twin helm seating
offers a comfortable driving position
with all of the instrumentation and
controls laid-out in a simple well
thought out, easy to visualise way.
The helm has a leather trimmed
sports steering wheel, digital throttle
and shift with a trim switch, trim tab
controls and tachometer, engine
temperature, oil pressure, volt meter
and fuel gauge instrumentation. There
is also a tilt control for the stern drive,
high water alarms and a VHF radio
(with folding antenna). Optional helm
electronic packages include Lowrance
HDS7, HDS8 or HDS10 fishfinder and
GPS chartplotters.
The compact but very functional galley
includes a recessed two-burner gas
cooktop, a sink with mixer tap, as well
as a fridge and large storage cabinet
under the bench top. For added safety
and ease of access, the gas bottle for
the cooktop is stored under the swim
platform sunlounge.
Storage abounds in the cockpit. There
are two large drawers under the
lounge, two underneath at the back of
the helm seating and a large storage
cabinet in forward of the helm. There
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is also two large cabinets along the
starboard side. All with high gloss teak
finishes, adding to the boat‟s quality.
Below the 32 offers a two cabin/one
bathroom layout. A companionway
leads to the forward master cabin with
island double bed, and deep hanging
lockers and storage on either side. A
well positioned round hatch above the
bed offers a view of the stars, as well
as provide light and air, while opening
portholes on either side also offer
cross-ventilation to the cabin.
The second bunk cabin is on the
starboard side with upper and lower
bunks for the kids, a hanging locker
and opening porthole. Finishes in the
cabins are superb, with recessed
lights, soft trim ceilings and stainless
steel trim around the portholes.
The fully enclosed bathroom on the
port side includes a vanity, Vacuflush
toilet and a shower. There is a good
size high gloss teak trimmed minored
cabinet above the sink for some of
those weekend needs and moulded
surfaces make for easy cleaning at
the end of a few days away.
Standard engine on the Mustang 32 is
a Mercruiser 8.2 MAG 380hp petrol
engine driving a sterndrive, but
options include a Volvo Penta D6
diesel engine rated to 330hp or a
Mercruiser QSD diesel rated to 350hp.
The rebirth of
Australia‟s favourite
sports cruiser.
To access the engine, the entire aft
section of the cockpit including the
lounge seat opens on an electric
actuator to reveal the engine space.
Access to the forward below deck
storage area, water tank and waste
water tank is through a lazarette hatch
beside the helm.
Mustang is again building exciting
boats influenced by the quality that is
Maritimo‟s focus, and benefiting from
the support of the extensive in-house
team Maritimo has at its disposal and
technology developed by its Offshore
Racing Championship Team. Such as
enhanced electrical and steering
systems and safer fuel tanks. So
much of what goes into a Maritimo
can now be found in a Mustang. All of
the underwater gear for the new breed
of Mustangs comes from the same in-
house foundry that supplies the larger
Maritimos. The quality timber finish
that can be seen in the decking,
panelling, cabinets and tabletops is
crafted for each Mustang in the same
timber shop that supplies Maritimo.
And the stylish lounges, and soft
furnishings are upholstered with the
finest long wearing, quality coverings
that can be found on a Maritimo.
The rebirth of Australia‟s favourite
sports cruiser has occurred. Bill Barry-
Cotter has said Australians deserve a
great sports boat, and he, and his
team intend to deliver that.
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The Mustang 32 Sports Cruiser would
be a great little all rounder for any
family looking to enjoy a weekend or
even just a day on the water. The two
cabin design below decks has ample
space to accommodate a family of
four and the quality fit out in the
cockpit will appeal to all members of
the family. Competitive prices starting
at $215,000 for the standard model,
and engine options that will improve
its economy and speed for those
longer trips across the bay, means the
Mustang 32 has a lot going for it. Not
to mention its shared pedigree with
the larger Maritimo models. Bill Barry-
Cotter wanted Mustang to continue its
tradition of building exciting sports
boats, and the first little stunner under
the new team is certainly that.
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Mustang 32 Sports Cruiser Price AUD 215,000.00 (Standard)
Length Overall 9.85 m
Hull length ISO 9.67 m
Beam 3.175m
Draft 1.05m
Displacement 4800 kg
Fuel Capacity 600 L
Water Capacity 120 L
Holding Tank Capacity 45 L
Sleeping Cabins 2
Sleeping Capacity 4-5 Standard
Engines Mercruiser 8.2 MAG 380mhp
Five year structural warranty, two year
general warranty and third-party
equipment warranties
Optional engines:
Volvo Penta D6 330hp diesel or
Mercruiser QSD 350hp diesel.
Optional Electronics:
Lowrance HDS7, HSD8 or HDS10
fishfinder/GPS chartplotters
Mustang by Maritimo
15 Waterways Drive, Coomera
QLD 4209 Australia
Telephone +61 7 5588 6000
Web mustangmarine.com.au
I did not see what my father saw. My son has not seen what I saw.
And his son will not see what he has seen. How could so much change in four generations.
Ray Joyce, Founder Pacific Marinelife Institute
We are looking for the answers. And ways to restore our fisheries,
reefs and coastal ecosystems.
You can be part for our adventures.
Visit: www.pacificmarinelife.blogspot.com
AEGEAN MAGIC The new enclosed flybridge A55 Aegean, at
home on Moreton Bay or the Mediterranean. Words David Joyce and Imprint Media Photos Maritimo
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Maritimo has released an enclosed flybridge version of the
A55 Aegean offering another option for boaters who like
the sleek Euro-styling that is as much at home in Australia
as it would on the Mediterranean. With new interior styling
courtesy of the partnership between Maritimo and designer
David Stewart, and copious entertaining space, the Aegean
55 Enclosed Flybridge offers the comforts for extending
cruising with four separate cabins, two bathrooms, cockpit
designed for soaking up the lifestyle and an enclosed
flybridge where the skipper and guests can cruise the miles
away in comfort out of the heat of the summer sun or even
the occasional raindrop. This enclosed flybridge version
offers the comforts many look for with the type of passage
making commonly undertaken in Australia. Meaning this 55
is well suited to venturing north from Sydney to the boating
havens of the central New South Wales coast or taking the
family on the adventure of a life time into the crystal clear
waters of the southern Great Barrier Reef.
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Boat Review - Maritimo A55 Aegean
1. Saloon with folding dinette and luxury leather lounge. 2. Aft galley with European appliances. 3. Flybridge with aft lounge. 4. Transom section, tender garage and swim platform. 5. Master stateroom with decorative ceiling. 6. Master stateroom ensuite. 7. Guest stateroom with new styling 8. Generous foredeck with ample space for sunbathing cushion. 9. Enclosed flybridge with electric sunroof and roll up clears.
1 2
3 4
Stepping on board, the teak swim
platform is one part of the prefect
watersports hub to share with family
and friends. There is a tuck-away
ladder and a large hatch across the
outer transom which opens to reveal a
space for the stainless steel barbeque
and food preparation space as well as
a wash down tap. The entire transom
lifts on an electric actuator to reveal a
cavernous garage for a tender and
watersport toys.
Up two steps you enter the expansive
teak cockpit that forms the second
part of the watersports hub and its
design features make it prefect for
entertaining. The large transom unit
includes a fridge on one side and sink
with mixer tap on the other, while the
lounge running across the length of
the transom will comfortably seat
three. Combine this with a table and
deck chairs, and you have the prefect
location for lunch or dinner for eight.
A bar fridge is tucked behind a locker
on the port side of the cockpit while,
on the starboard side is an icemaker.
A hatch in the forward section of the
cockpit leads to the head height
acoustically insulated engine room
with two Cummins QSM11 715mhp
turbo diesel engines that help bring
the variable deadrise deep V hull out
of the water when cruising. Within this
well laid out space is a Qnan 17.5KW
generator, plenty of room for servicing
equipment and performing the daily
checks and accessing items such as
the fuel filters mounted on the forward
bulkhead.
Deep walk-around non-skid side
decks with well positioned stainless
steel grab rails above the saloon
windows and bow rails lead forward to
the bow. On the foredeck there is
ample space for a circular cushion
with room or two to laze and take in
some sun while at anchor - European
style. On the bow beneath the self
stowing stainless steel anchor and
electric winch is a divided locker with
salt water deck/anchor wash.
Back inside the cockpit, black-framed
bi-fold doors open to provide wide
easy access to the saloon. The galley
runs across the entire aft section of
the saloon, with four-burner cooktop,
microwave, two-door fridge/freezer, a
stainless steel sink with mixer tap and
a drawer dishwasher on the portside.
The new styling combination of white
corain bench tops, high gloss timber
cabinetry and richness of rosewood
and honey oak veneer Amtico timber
flooring creates a stylish functional
galley. There is ample storage for
everything needed to entertain with
cupboards for crockery, and drawers
for glass storage, cutlery and cooking
implements on both sides of the
functional galley.
There is a single step up from the
galley to the wide carpeted saloon
with L-shape leather lounge and high
gloss timber dinette table on the port
side. The polished timber table folds
to increase saloon floor space and an
infill lifts out to reveal a concealed
bottle storage. Forward of the dinette
and lounge below the panoramic
windows are cabinets that include a
deep chart locker. Opposite the
lounge on the starboard side of the
saloon, the entertainment cabinets
include specialised bottle and glass
storage, and can be optioned to house
the latest home theatre systems.
On the aft starboard side of the
saloon, a timber and stainless steel
staircase leads to the expansive air-
conditioned carpeted flybridge with
helm and companion seating forward
and a lounge across the aft end of the
bridge. This is a great entertaining
area for when underway with a folding
timber occasional table in front of the
aft lounge and a second two-seat
lounge on the starboard side. A bar
unit is on the port side with a sink and
mixer tap and under-bench fridge. To
let in the sea breeze or hear the rush
of spray off the hull when cruising, you
can open the electric sunroof which is
concealed behind a shade slide or
unzip and roll up the clears above the
rail behind the aft lounge.
For the Captain, the helm includes a
sports steering wheel, engine controls,
engine instrumentation, bow and stern
thruster controls, trim tab controls,
winch up/down controls, remote
spotlight controls, VHF radio and
compass as well as the optional
navigation aids such as chart plotter
and depth sounder/fish finder.
The accommodation suite forward
includes four separate cabins and two
bathrooms. The master stateroom is
aft of the companionway stairs and
opens to a large full-beam space with
port lights on either side and two
opening portholes on the starboard
side above the athwartships queen
double bed. A circular timber polished
highlight is in the ceiling along with an
array of LED lighting. Two wardrobes
with hanging rails and shelves, drawer
units and a vanity/make up mirror and
downlights are on the portside.
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The master stateroom ensuite, on the
forward portside of the stateroom
includes a Tecma electric fresh flush
toilet, vanity unit with corain bench top
and glass bowl with mixer tap. There
is a large mirror over the vanity as
well as a towel rail and robe hook to
one side. The separate shower stall
has a frameless glass door and the
benefit of a well positioned porthole.
Opposite the main stateroom doorway
at the bottom of the stairs is a single
bunk cabin that includes a Miele
clothes washer / dryer combo.
Forward on the portside is the second
bunk cabin that is available either in a
single or double configuration. Directly
opposite is the second two-way
bathroom, which is finished to a
similar standard as the master
ensuite, and services both the bunk
cabins and forward guest stateroom.
The forward guest stateroom has an
island double berth and a striking bed
head feature made of polished wood.
There is a full length hanging locker
on the starboard side and drawers
underneath the berth. Clever new fold
-down shelves are positioned in the
timber feature panelling for that early
morning coffee and or good book. A
round overhead hatch with roller blind
is positioned perfectly to allow some
star gazing.
The Aegean A55 has the modern
inclusions and standard features you
expect from Maritimo including the
luxury of reverse cycle air-conditioning
available in all cabins. Combine this
with its new styling and you have the
prefect venue to entertain at anchor
or escape with family or friends. The
finishes are both stunning and very
practical, meaning more time to enjoy
life on the water and less time trying
to keep your home away from home in
prefect condition. The Aegean A55
would certainly not look out of place in
a European harbour, but it is also
prefect to explore some of Australia‟s
wonders such as Moreton Bay.
Maritimo A55 Aegean Base Price AUD $1,650,000
Price Reviewed AUD $1,670,030
Length Overall 17.62 m 57ft 10in
Hull length ISO 17.22 m 56ft 6 in
Beam 5.20m 17 ft 1 in
Draft 1.30 m 4 ft 3 in
Displacement (dry) 26.5 tonnes
Fuel Capacity 3600 L
Water Capacity 800 L
Holding Tank Capacity 300 L
Sleeping Cabins 4
Sleeping Capacity 6 Standard
Hull:
Variable deadrise deep V hull with
moulded spray rails, solid fibreglass
bottom with core topsides, free
standing fibreglass bulkheads, water
tight collision bulkhead, deck and
wheelhouse are fibreglass with core.
Propulsion and Electrical:
Twin Cummins QSM11 715mph with
power steering, 2.25 in duplex stainless
steel shafts, computer machined Nibral
5-blade propellers, 17.5 kW generator.
Standard Features:
Reverse cycle air-conditioning in all
cabins, 4 cabin layout, luxury leather
upholstery and polished timber finishes
throughout , corain bench tops, mixer
taps in bathrooms and galley, stainless
appliances in the galley.
Options Fitted:
Stainless steel 240 volt barbeque,
washer/dryer combo and three drawer
unit in starboard cabin, timber floor to
galley, saloon TV—32 inch LCD TV on
pop-up actuator, upgraded flybridge
carpet, flybridge fridge.
Maritimo Offshore Australia
15 Waterway Dr, Coomera
Queensland 4212 Australia
Telephone +61 (0)7 5588 6000
Web www.maritimo.com.au
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Products and Services
ON BOARD + ON SHORE
Assegai Refit Centre
Renowned custom Sportfisher builder Assegai Marine,
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for their 44-56ft range of Assegai game fishing boats,
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very accustomed to working with the old traditions of boat
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Located on the northern side of Marina Mirage, Sunset
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Reserve a berth at Marina Oceanus for a few hours, and
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