Product Description
Apr/May 2009 – Issue 37
Bavaria Yachtbau
The German yard is turning towards automation as its route through the downturn
Sarnico
The northern Italian boatbuilder reveals how it is drawing on tradition to face the future
Green propulsion
New technology means hybrid propulsion now has a lot more to offer buyers
Sector focus
How best to deal with air-conditioning suppliers
Material world
In-depth look at how carbon can offer all the benefits of GRP
Ribcraft
UK semi-custom RIB builder is investing in new advanced production techniques to sharpen up efficiencies
Rigging
How can boatbuilders sell the advantages of the latest composite systems to their clients?
Engine systems
Innovative new flushing system from Steyr
Thrusters
A concealed Swing Thruster from Sweden’s RMC
Surface drives
Improving the cardan joint with RT Marine
Back page debate
Does modern boatbuilding really need a ‘de-skilled’ labour force?
Interview
Assessing Volvo Penta’s future in Europe with Pascal Jamer
New products
The latest releases plus a special close-up look at the new easy-fit
V1 windlass from Lewmar
News
All the updates on the industry