A passion for performance Fairline Boats

A PASSION FOR PERFORMANCE

The leading international boat builder, Fairline Boats, based in Oundle in the English Midlands, has been producing and designing high-end powerboats since 1963. Industry Europe looks at the continued success it enjoys as a result of its dedication to detail and the highest possible quality standards.

Fairline Boats was established in 1963 by Jack Newington – a man who was committed to the design of powerboats with the highest specifications. His son, Sam, was his successor and went on to lead the company for 25 years. Even today, Fairline’s core values of quality, integrity and innovation are what drive it forward as it holds its place among the leading yacht builders in the world. In 2008, the company received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise, and in the same year its Squadron 55 model won the Motor Boat of the Year award. Today Fairline’s major markets are Europe, the USA and the Far East, and it operates through a network of over 30 dealers worldwide.

The three core Fairline lines are Squadron, Phantom and Targa, each comprising many sizes and variations of boat to meet every client need. Furthermore, the company’s specialised Yacht Division was created to support those clients investing in one of its largest and most exclusive models – such as the Squadron 65 or 78.

As the company explains: “Things do need to move up a gear in terms of personal service and commitment when we are dealing with our most discerning clients.” Such services can include arranging VIP transport to and from progress meetings, or perhaps advising on the practicalities of production and ownership.

Unique quality

The process of building Fairline’s boats has not changed much in its essentials since the establishment of the company. The basic hull still conforms to the design of naval architect Bernard Olesinski – a deep V shape to cut through the choppiest seas. Also, many of the production stages, such as laying woven rovings or brushing on gel, are still carried out by hand and 100 components are bonded to the hull to become an integral part of the overall structure. Obviously these methods take longer than with more massproduced boats, but the result is a craft with great structural integrity and rigidity which translates to superb handling and stability.

Creating a boat that performs to the highest possible standards is the ultimate goal. Every aspect of the onboard engineering of a Fairline boat, from domestic equipment to electronic boat management systems, is designed to work in perfect harmony to create a truly unique level of performance.

Furthermore, Fairline believes its rigorous attention to detail is another attribute to set it apart from the competition – right down to concealing screw-heads and cabinet fixtures and making doors that fit

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Boyriven Ltd

For nearly 20 years Boyriven Ltd has been supplying Fairline boats with both interior & exterior furnishing materials. These are used for both upholstery and lining out applications, ranging from the White PVC used for the cockpit cushions on the smallest Targa models to the sophisticated wall lining fabrics used on the bulkheads of the latest Squadron’s. Exclusive materials are sourced from many countries around the world and prepared to Fairline’s specifications. These are then held in stock prior to being delivered on a weekly basis to their various production sites. For many years Boyriven have worked closely with Fairline’s interior designers to ensure that the materials used fully reflect the company’s leading position with regard to the style and quality of their boats. We look forward to continuing the relationship for years to come as Fairline continue to develop and expand their range into new and existing markets.

firmly to eliminate rattles. Its key selling feature, it says, is the quality and finish of its interiors.

New additions

Fairline continues to expand and develop its range, utilising the very latest technology to reach ever more impressive levels of luxury and craftsmanship. The new Squadron 58, introduced to the market in January 2011, is fitted as standard with the Fairline tender launch system, a revolutionary system which assists owners in launching and retrieving their tender. The longer hull includes a redesigned cockpit area that brings greater headroom above the bed in the fourth/ crew cabin, and the mid-level lockers in the starboard guest cabin are now twice as wide as those in the original Squadron 58 which was introduced in 2000. As with all the company’s newer models, the new Fairline 58 has been meticulously created with the greatest attention to detail, and incorporates up-to-the-minute Fairline technology.

Another significant event for Fairline in January 2011 was the launch of the all-new three cabin, two en-suite Targa 50 Gran Turismo. This craft has a 50ft hull length but is distinguished by the fact that its master cabin is able to provide as much space as a typical 60ft yacht. As with the Squadron 58, this model also includes the tender launch system. n

Volvo Penta

Fairline is one of the largest and most valuable customers for Volvo Penta in the World For more than 40 years Volvo Penta has been powering a vast majority of Fairline craft supplying over 16,000 marine engines. Volvo Penta is delighted to be chosen to power the new Targa 50’ and Squadron 50’ with our highly developed D11 engine. Providing worldwide support for Fairline customers with Volvo Penta power is a key goal as is excellent customer retention. We wish Fairline every success for the future under new ownership and look forward to supplying most of their engine needs for the future.