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Grand Banks 41 Heritage EU:
In one bold stroke, the legendary Heritage Series design has been expertly matched with a new and innovative set of features — starting with a truly state-of-the-art propulsion system.
As a result, the 41EU cruises smoothly and efficiently at 10 and 24 knots alike. She handles a tight slip as confidently as a tall sea, impresses with her luxury as much as her practicality, and travels faster and farther, yet still rides cleaner and quieter.
The 41 is Grand Banks‘ latest project and Hull No. 1 was just finished at the factory. She is shipping to the US to make some boat shows this fall.
Though I’ve been leaning towards the more traditional trawler design, I like what I’ve been reading about Zeus pod drives (with traditional helm wheel and a joystick control system).
The Grand Banks 41 Heritage EU is about the size and layout I’m looking for in a boat.
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Limited Run Planned for 2009 Model Year
Nordic Tugs® announces plans to relaunch the classic Nordic Tug 26 – the boat that captured the hearts of American boaters nearly 30 years ago. At this time, Nordic Tugs plans to offer the Nordic Tug 26 for a limited run only during the 2009 model year.
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Agreement marks Nordic Tugs’ entry into the Russian boating market:
Nordic Tugs®, Inc., recently reached an exclusive agreement with Moscow-based dealer Boat Market to sell Nordic Tugs in Russia. Boat Market will take delivery of their first tug, a Nordic Tug 37, this August.
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The years of debate about the mandatory carriage of ECDIS (electronic chart display information systems) seem to be close to a conclusion, with reports from IMO’s NAV54 subcommittee meetings suggesting that members have reached a consensus in favour of making the technology a required fit for ocean going vessels.
While confirmation of this decision has not been given by IMO at this time, it appears that the decision has been reached, and the further necessary steps to add this requirement to IMO’s Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) convention are now being mapped out.
2012 has been mentioned as a possible implementation date, but this is still subject to confirmation and would most like vary to a significant degree for different classes of vessels.
Any decisions taken at NAV54 would also have to be further ratified by IMO’s MSC (Maritime Safety Committee) at its 85th session later this year, but it seems likely that approval would be granted and that mandatory ECDIS would become a reality on future vessel bridges.
Such a step has been a while coming for some members of the NAV subcommittee. Last year’s NAV53 also considered the topic of mandatory ECDIS, and featured an in-depth study by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) outlining some of the safety benefits that could result from using the technology.
The recommendation from that study, that a carriage requirement be introduced, was supported by Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden, and supplemented by a further proposal by Japan calling for the mandatory carriage of ECDIS on certain vessel classes.
These proposals were rejected however, and the consideration of mandatory ECDIS postponed until this year’s NAV54. It would seem that the arguments of these delegates have now proven convincing enough for the subcommittee to accept such a move this time around, and that ECDIS will become a standard feature in future vessels.
Sea Trial - Nordic Tug 32
Sea Magazine - March 2008
FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE NORDIC TUGS were introduced to the public in 1980, major changes have been made to the design of a Nordic Tugs hull. The Burlington, Washington builder has made a design change to the smallest boat in its line: the 32-footer. It has gone from a traditional semi-displacement hull, with a shallow V at the transom, to a tunnel hull.
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(via nordictugs.com)
Burlington, Wash. (Nov. 21, 2007) – Hot on the heels of its successful debut at the Southampton
Boat Show in the United Kingdom in September, Nordic Tugs® is set to make its official debut in
Germany at the Düsseldorf Boat Show, Jan. 19-27, 2008, Stand 15F06 in Hall 15. On display will
be the Nordic Tug 37, the most popular model in a line that spans from 32 to 54 feet.
The Nordic Tug 37 has all of the qualities upon which Nordic Tugs has built their reputation: topquality
materials and craftsmanship, brisk yet highly fuel efficient performance and renowned
seaworthiness. The 37 is available in either a twin cabin or convertible layout and features an
overall length of 11.86 m, 3.94 m beam, a draft of 1.32 m and sleeps 4-6. Powered by a Cummins®
QSB 283 kw electronically-controlled diesel engine, she can reach top speeds of 17 knots, and
with a 1,226 L fuel capacity, the 37 is capable of cruising over 1,100 nm at a leisurely eight knots.
Unlike the majority of competitive trawler-style yachts, Nordic Tugs feature a semi-displacement
hull that is fast, yet fuel efficient, and provides a quiet, comfortable ride. Nordic Tugs’ semidisplacement
hull handles rough waters with ease, making them the ideal vessel for navigating the
challenging European seas.
Powered by a single diesel engine, Nordic Tugs offer the fuel economy of a displacement hull, yet
can comfortably cruise into the high teens, providing speeds far greater than a displacement hull
can achieve.
Every Nordic Tug is put through thorough quality assurance checks throughout the manufacturing
process, and every boat is taken through a full day sea trial to ensure a quality finished product is
delivered to each customer.
Nordic Tugs are backed by an exclusive Gold Standard Warranty, which provides stem-to-stern
coverage for one year and warrants the hull for 10 years against both structural failure and osmotic
blistering.
Nordic Tugs’ European dealer, Nordic Tugs UK, Ltd, will represent the line at the Dusseldorf show.
For more information contact the dealer at:
Nordic Tugs UK, Ltd.
Unit 6 & 7 Saltmakers House
Hamble Point Marina
School Lane
Hamble, Hampshire S0314
PH: 0044 (0) 23 8045 6368
Email: info@nordictugs.co.uk
Web: www.nordictugs.co.uk
About Nordic Tugs®
Headquartered in Burlington, Wash., USA, Nordic Tugs®, Inc., manufactures hand crafted, classic
tug-style yachts from 32 to 54 feet. The pioneer of the pleasure-tug industry, Nordic Tugs has
offered distinctive, high-quality yachts built for the discerning cruiser for more than a quarter
century. For more information about Nordic Tugs, visit www.nordictugs.com.
The previously announced Nordic Tug 47 is now known as the Nordic Tug 49.
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As I’ve said before, I really like what Nordic Tugs has to offer. I look forward to seeing more information about their new Nordic Tug 47 Nordic Tug 49.
Gearing up to meet consumer needs throughout the next decade, a new 47-foot Nordic Tug, to feature two large staterooms (with a full beam, mid-ship master berth) is currently under development and will bridge the gap between the 42 and 52-foot models. With the passing of Lynn Senour in 2004, the Nordic Tug 47 is the first boat in the Nordic line with a different architect’s name attached – Howard Apollonio, NA, PE Nordic Tugs is delighted to have acquired the services of such a distinguished naval architect and designer. The 47 is slated to be launched in the summer of 2008.
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I’ve been intrigue by Island Pilot’s offerings, and I’m looking forward to seeing more information about their new Island Pilot 555.
This exciting new project was conceived as a way to provide those who like the Island Pilots - their style - their performance - their economy - with something big enough to house Two Equal Master Staterooms.
The result is the IP555. She’ll have a layout similar to the 1SR - except that the galley/great room forward of the helm will be split level with both the galley and the dining area. A day head is located just forward of the dinette.
Forward of the great room is a full-sized master with ensuite head and shower. Aft of the great room is another full-sized master with ensuite head and shower. There is no flipping a coin to see who gets the “mountain view” and who, the “parking lot.”
The deck house is 3 feet wider and 3 feet longer - and since no dining is planned here, has a full-sized convertible sectional sofa and easy chairs, along with the lower helm station.
The after cockpit is larger, too - in both directions. An L-shaped stairway leads to the bridge - also king-sized with seating for 12. Under the stair, is an additional entry into the “in-law” cabin aft - suitable as an office, for crew, for kids, or the mother-in-law! Has it’s own ensuite head and shower.
Under the cockpit are 3 (yes three!) IPS 600 drives. This way, Island Pilot will continue to give you the performance (30 knots plus) and economy (45 gph or .6 NM/Gal) - both unheard of in a cruising yacht of this size. The NM/Gal is more in line with cruising yachts the size of the IP435! There will be a real WOW factor to the IP555.
Now I can join WEIGHT WATCHERS!
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