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Stylish Vida 33 day cruiser from Busfield Marine
Busfield Marine is proud to present the Bavaria VIDA 33, which is a great day cruiser with an optimised hull design for maximum speed with low fuel consumption.
Huge adaptable cockpit and different deck layouts are available. Choose an open or hard top model.
Powered by twin outboards, the Vida 33 allows for easy maintenance and safe boating. bavaria@busfieldmarine.co.nz
Yamaha extends colour options on outboards
With boat owners increasingly looking to customise the look and finish of their boats, Yamaha has announced the release of pearlescent white engine options on their popular F115, F150 and F200 outboard line-up.
Yamaha Marine, National Marine Manager, Richard Shaw said, “Our customers have told us they want more choice, better integration and increased customisation, when it comes to powering their pride and joy.”
“In 2020 we launched our industry leading Helm Master EX joystick boat control system, taking outboard integration to the next level.
“More recently we launched our new Yamaha V6 Offshore range which saw Yamaha’s exclusive built-in electric steering and enhanced reverse thrust capabilities come across from our big-horsepower V8 XTO425, with the choice of pearlescent white and traditional Yamaha grey finishes.
“We are now offering this pearlescent white model option across all our key highhorsepower models including XTO425, F300, F250 and now F200, F150 and F115, allowing owners of fibreglass, painted and wrapped aluminium hulls to match their engine colour to their boat finish.” yamaha-motor.co.nz
Raymarine’s AnyDesk app is a brilliant off-site problem solver
The AnyDesk remote access app, one of the latest additions to the Raymarine LightHouse apps family, is proving to be a real game changer for technical support teams and dealers.
Released as part of the latest LightHouse software update, AnyDesk allows support technicians to remotely access a customer’s Axiom system and quickly and efficiently diagnose and resolve issues that may otherwise require a vessel visit.
Customers simply connect their Axiom to the internet using a wireless network or mobile hotspot, open the AnyDesk app and provide the code to a technical support person in order to begin a remote session via a PC.
The technician can then view their entire system in real time, remotely perform diagnostic and system checks in order to quickly locate and resolve network or system issues.
Lusty and Blundell service manager Reg Werner says AnyDesk is completely changing the way he and his team are able to solve issues.
“For example, we had an out-of-town customer that was experiencing chart plotting problems.
“Using AnyDesk we were able to identify and resolve the problem in just over 10 minutes.
“It definitely is a game changer.” Phone: (09) 415-8303
Aquila 70 Power Catamaran offers great ocean-going comfort and performance
The Aquila 70 power catamaran is a luxury yacht that can top out at 27 knots (with the optional engines), yet still cover long ranges at slower speeds. Power and maneuverability come from Volvo Penta inboards coupled with joystick control. Carbon fiber reinforcements keep weight down while adding strength. The high bridge-deck clearance allows for comfort underway and improved speeds.
The Aquila 70 has massive spaces designed with European flair that are bright, inviting, and welcoming including a 8m wide master suite. Versatile interior layouts, along with rich wood finishes, soft fabrics, smart appliances, designer furnishings, incredible headroom, and panoramic windows make your experience onboard even better.
The flybridge can be fully open or enclosed with air conditioning and a wide Portuguese bridge provides easy access from aft to bow. The aft cockpit features comfortable plush seating, huge beach area, deep swim ladder and excellent dinghy launching. www.lauriecollins.co.nz
X-Power 33C features advanced hull technology
The X-Power 33C uses the patented Petestep® technology that results in a more comfortable and fuel efficient boat ride. It is quieter, more stable, more economical and offers a softer ride.
Because these hulls don’t have any horizontal flat surfaces that smash the water under the hull, the biggest source of hull noise is removed. This creates a lot less noise from waves, which significantly adds to the comfort of the ride.
At zero speed, they have a wider footprint that makes the boat less prone to heeling. When at speed, the deflectors stabilise the boat, once again contributing to a better ride.
Petestep® hulls reduce resistance by removing friction and reducing energy waste. Up to 35% less energy is required to propel the boat forward, which could lead to significantly lower fuel consumption. www.lauriecollins.co.nz
Electronic Navigation Limited (ENL), is celebrating 75 years of operation. The company, which was founded in 1945, has been a leader not just in New Zealand but also globally with its innovative products and services for a wide range of marine industries and applications.
Over the years, ENL has worked with an array of key industry players, from Royal New Zealand Navy to commercial fishing operations, and most recently America’s Cup teams for both product and technical support.
One of ENL’s key segments has been the development of the WASSP™ multibeam sonar that has seen the company become world leading in market share for commercial fishing, and now is expanding to superyacht and survey industries. ENL has a number of other global patents and IP assets. Managing Director Gareth Hodson believes the decisions ENL has made over the last decade have set it up for future growth and success.
“The past 10 years has been a critical era for ENL having made a major transition from a family business as a traditional importer and distributor to a hi-tech exporter.
“After the impact of the Global Financial Crisis 11 years ago, our stakeholders and management embarked on a major strategic change of direction to ensure growth and longevity. As managing director for this past decade, I am very proud of how our organisation transitioned into a global player. Our brand WASSP ™ is now well established in more than 30 countries.”
With 75 years of dedication to the marine Industry, ENL continues to develop and evolve its digital presence allowing for a greater range of customers to take advantage of the skills, knowledge and support the ENL team has to offer. As new technology advancements come to the market ENL aims to be at the forefront of providing new solutions to customers, along with breaking new ground with its own world leading innovations. www.enl.co.nz
