boat builder

Silver Ships expands to new second location

To maximize the efficiency of its boat manufacturing process.Theodore, Ala., based Silver Ships has recently expanded to a second location. The aluminum work and patrol boat specialist has added a new 16,500 square foot facility, strategically located less than one mile from its original 95,000 square-foot facility and headquarters.

The new facility adds 16,500 square feet to the boat builder’s extensive manufacturing process and creates an additional 18,500 square feet of additional outfitting...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/silver-ships-expands-to-new-second-location/

Jamaica orders 22 Metal Shark surface interceptor vessels

Jeanerette, La., headquartered boat builder Metal Shark reports that it has booked a contract to build twenty-two welded-aluminum high-speed surface interceptor vessels for the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF).

JDF has selected the Metal Shark 36 Fearless, a high-performance center console craft proven in service with multiple military, law enforcement, and first responder agencies worldwide. Procured via direct purchase, these new surface interceptor vessels will be used by the JDF-Coast Guard for...

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/jamaica-orders-22-metal-shark-surface-interceptor-vessels/

BRIX Marine building first in new 4615-HTC landing craft line

4615-HTC landing craft

Currently under construction at Port Angeles, Wash., based BRIX Marine, the Chenega is the first in the company’s new 4615-HTC landing craft line.

The new 4615-HTC landing craft is of robust construction featuring 5086 alloy aluminum hull skins and 5052 alloy aluminum interior transverse frames. Its catamaran hull form, certified by USCG Builder’s Certification, ensures stability and adaptability in various maritime environments.

Designed for operational efficiency and crew safety, the 4615-HTC...

https://www.marinelog.com/inland-coastal/brix-marine-building-first-in-new-4615-htc-landing-craft-line/

Strategic Marine delivers new hybrid fast crew boat duo

Singapore boat builder Strategic Marine has delivered two new Gen 4 fast crew boats to Thailand’s Truth Maritime Services. The 42-meter vessels feature business class seats for 70 passengers and enhanced passenger comfort as well as offering higher efficiency with hybrid power (+) technology

Developed in cooperation with Australian naval architect firm Southerly Design, Strategic Marine’s Gen 4 fast crew boats feature a highly efficient new hull form and Z-bow that improves seakeeping and...

https://www.marinelog.com/news/strategic-marine-delivers-new-hybrid-fast-crew-boat-duo/

VIDEO: New low-draft landing craft goes to work on Great Barrier Reef

Landing craft

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef Joint Field Management Program has recently taken delivery of a new high-speed low-draft landing craft from Brisbane-based boat builder Norman R. Wright & Sons.

Photo: Incat Crowther

Designed by Incat Crowther, the 21-meter vessel, the Island Guardian, has been designed specifically to allow the transportation of equipment and vehicles to remote areas of the reef. The landing craft can carry up to 7.5 tonnes of deck cargo including vehicles such as four-wheel...

https://www.marinelog.com/video/video-new-low-draft-landing-craft-goes-to-work-on-great-barrier-reef/