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

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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.

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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

[email protected]

Pacific Marinelife Institute Pty Ltd

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Phone: 61 (07) 5574 3815

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* 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].

News


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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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]

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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


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.


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


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


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.


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.

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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


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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